Cu Chi District

Our trip was short, so we couldn't spend a full day exploring the Mekong River and the tunnel. That's when we found this tour. They picked us up at our hotel at 7:00 and then shared a ride to the other guests' hotels. Our group consisted of eight people, four groups, and we were all from a variety of nationalities: German, Canadian, and Japanese. We then drove for about three hours to the tunnel, with a bathroom break along the way. Our guide was a Vietnamese woman, and she carefully explained the facilities. It was hot, so drinks and insect repellent were essential! They even gave us water. They kindly said, "Just one bottle, please let me know if you run out!" We experienced the tunnel, saw traps from the past, saw what looked like wax figures, and even saw sandals from the past. We then had lunch about 15 minutes away. It was a local restaurant-like place. We split into two tables, one with chicken and one with vegetarian options. From there, we traveled to My Tho, a three-hour boat ride to the island with just our tour group. We went to a coconut factory and enjoyed some coconut tastings. Afterward, we heard some traditional music? Or maybe singing? We listened to music, ate some fruit, and then got on a rowboat! It took about 15 minutes. After that, we went to a honey factory, got some honey juice, put a snake around our necks, took some photos, and then returned by boat. At that time, each of us was given a freshly cracked coconut. There was coconut juice inside, so we drank it straight away! We then returned to the car and drove for another 3 hours to the hotel!! It didn't have to be a hotel, we were dropped off at the market! This tour was really great value for money, and the guide was kind and amazing!!! Plus, there were people from various countries, so it was fun to interact with them! I highly recommend it!

We visited many scenic spots, and the knowledgeable tour guide provided detailed explanations. The cable car ride offered beautiful views shrouded in mist. The Guanyin statue standing atop the mountain was magnificent. At the Maitreya Buddha Square, we enjoyed a water dance and music performance that brought a sense of tranquility. The ancient roads, bunkers, tunnels, machine gun emplacements, cannons, and helicopters allowed us to experience the atmosphere of wartime. It was a historically rich trip.

Key Takeaway: A Good Guide = A Good Travel Experience. This time, I randomly chose a half-day tour of the Cu Chi Tunnels organized by Kim Travel through KKday, and the price was very affordable. Here are some of the advantages: 1. You can specify the pick-up and drop-off location before departure, and you will be notified by email of the pick-up time. On the day of the tour, the guide will call to inform you just before the bus arrives, and he is very punctual. 2. Guide Bao is friendly and sincere, has a humorous conversation, speaks at a moderate pace, and his English guidance is easy to understand (about 90%). He also explains the history of the Vietnam War in detail before the tour begins. 3. There are other activities included during the tour, such as handicrafts made by people with disabilities. Guide Bao clearly stated that there was no pressure to buy anything, making the tour stress-free and enhancing the overall experience. 4. Guide Bao has a deep understanding of the history of the Vietnam War, and he explains it in great detail and vividly during the main itinerary. The tour is engaging and never dull, ensuring that tourists don't feel perfunctory. He also has a good grasp of the tourists' needs, allowing them to fully immerse themselves in the history of the Cu Chi Tunnels. 5. After the tour, tourists were led to designated drop-off points in order, with a sincere and attentive service attitude. Although it was only a short half-day trip, I felt I gained a lot under Bao's guidance. Currently, Kim Travel has relatively few reviews on KKday, so if you've participated in the tour and enjoyed it, please feel free to leave a review. I'm leaving so many comments because I genuinely loved this tour. If you want to book this tour in the future, you can specify the guide's name "Bao" in the remarks section; he is truly a very responsible and interesting guide.