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Cu Chi Tunnels Ben Duoc, Cao Dai Temple & Black Virgin Mountain
Ho Chi Minh City, Southern Vietnam, Vietnam
$178.00
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Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through history, spirituality, and natural beauty with the Cu Chi Tunnel, Cao Dai Temple, and Black Virgin Mountain tour, all in a single day. Begin with a visit to the Cu Chi Tunnels, an intricate underground network that served as a crucial lifeline for the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War. Next, immerse yourself in the vibrant colors and spiritual energy of the Cao Dai Temple. Stunning architecture reflects the unique synthesis of Eastern and Western religious traditions embraced by the Cao Dai faith. Witness a mesmerizing midday prayer ceremony, offering a glimpse into the spiritual practices of this diverse religious community.
Afterwards, journey to the picturesque Black Virgin Mountain, a sacred site revered by Buddhists and Taoists alike. Ascend to the summit to take in breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, shrouded in mist and myth. Explore the verdant forests and tranquil temples nestled amidst the mountain's slopes.
Afterwards, journey to the picturesque Black Virgin Mountain, a sacred site revered by Buddhists and Taoists alike. Ascend to the summit to take in breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, shrouded in mist and myth. Explore the verdant forests and tranquil temples nestled amidst the mountain's slopes.
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
Private Car With Driver
Air-conditioning vehicle
Pickup included
Air-conditioning vehicle
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 11 hours
The experience offers several options, check yours above
- English speaking tour guide
- Pick up & Drop off from your hotel within district 1, HCMC
- Bottled waters
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Around $20 USD/ each for lunch, cable car in Black Virgin Mountain & Cu Chi Tunnel Tickets
- Tips/ gratuities, personal expenses
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Black Virgin MountainBa Den Mountain, located in the northeast of Tay Ninh City, is a famous and iconic landmark in South Vietnam. Specifically, this gigantic mountain is situated within the cultural and historical relic complex of Ba Den, which is approximately 100 kilometers away from the bustling metropolis of Ho Chi Minh City. This mountain boasts an impressive altitude of 986 meters, making it the tallest peak in the entire South of Vietnam. This soaring height contributes to the allure of the site, attracting visitors from far and wide. The natural scenery surrounding Ba Den Mountain is simply enchanting, with awe-inspiring landscapes that captivate the hearts of all who venture there.
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Cao Dai TempleCao Dai Holy See, founded in 1926, is 4km east of Tay Ninh in the village of Long Hoa. As well as the Great Temple, the complex houses administrative offices, residences for officials and adepts, and a hospital of traditional Vietnamese herbal medicine that attracts people from all over the south for its treatments. While Buddhism and Christianity are well-known in Vietnam, Caodaism remains relatively obscure. Caodaism is the youngest religion in the country, blending elements from various significant religions into its unique practices. Tay Ninh Holy See, also locally known as Cao Dai Temple, represents this fascinating belief system. Prayers are conducted four times daily in the Great Temple (suspended during Tet). It’s worth visiting during prayer sessions (the one at noon is most popular with tour groups from HCMC). Only a few hundred adherents, dressed in splendid garments, participate in weekday prayers, but during festivals several thousand may attend.
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Ben Duoc tunnel complexLeave the hustle and bustle of Ho Chi Minh City to explore one of the relics from one of the most significant local historical events in recent memory. Journey takes 2 hours west towards the Cambodian border. Ongoing way to the Cu Chi tunnels, we can see local life in the area, both past and present. Learn about their lives, culture, and customs and get an insight into the recent past through local eyes. The location of the tunnels was of significant strategic importance: they are at the end of the infamous Ho Chi Minh Trail, and within striking distance of the southern Vietnam capital. Initial construction started in 1948 when the Viet Minh required somewhere to hide from French air attacks, and by 1965, the tunnel complex was estimated to consist of 200 km of tunnels. It included, hospitals, schools, meeting rooms, kitchens, and sleeping quarters. Life was difficult for the inhabitants, and to protect against outside intruders, booby traps were laid throughout the complex.
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Cu Chi Tunnels Ben Duoc, Cao Dai Temple & Black Virgin Mountain
Ho Chi Minh City, Southern Vietnam, Vietnam
$178.00
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!