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Black Virgin Mountain

Embark on a day trip from Ho Chi Minh City to explore the historic Cu Chi Tunnels and the vibrant Cao Dai Temple, with an optional visit to the breathtaking Black Virgin Mountain. Enjoy a captivating mix of history, culture, and spirituality. Detailed Itinerary: 06:30 - 07:00 am – Pick-up from Hotel: Our guide and driver will meet you at your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. The tour begins with a drive to the Cu Chi Tunnels, located approximately 1.5 hours from the city center. Upon arrival, explore the Cu Chi Tunnels, a 200 km network of underground tunnels that served as a base for the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War. You’ll discover secret underground rooms, including hospitals, weapon factories, and command centers. Learn about the survival tactics of the Viet Cong soldiers, and even try a sample of cassava, a staple food they ate during the war, served with tea. Lunch: Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant, offering authentic Vietnamese cuisine. After lunch, we head to Cao Dai Temple, a stunning architectural site in Tay Ninh, around 2 hours from Cu Chi. The temple is the center of Caodaism, a unique religion in Vietnam that worships the “Eye of God” and combines elements of Buddhism, Christianity, Taoism, and Confucianism. You will explore the temple’s vibrant and symbolic design and learn about its beliefs and practices. You’ll also have the opportunity to witness the noon ceremony, where followers gather to pray. Next, we will travel to Ba Den Mountain, the highest peak in southern Vietnam. Upon arrival, take a scenic cable car ride to the summit, where you’ll be rewarded with panoramic views of the countryside, rice fields, and the distant border with Cambodia. At the peak, visit the tallest bronze Buddha statue in Asia and enjoy the stunning natural surroundings. We will begin the journey back to Ho Chi Minh City. You will arrive around 07:00 - 07:30 pm, depending on traffic. End of Tour. Note: The order of the visited sites may be adjusted due to traffic conditions, weather, or the availability of space at the attractions, but all destinations will be included.

️ Black Virgin Mountain – Cao Dai Temple – Cu Chi Tunnels ⏰ Full-day guided adventure | Hotel pickup | Includes lunch 6:00 AM – Escape the city, ascend to the clouds Leave the bustling streets of Ho Chi Minh City behind as your day begins with a comfortable hotel pickup. Head North-West on a scenic 3-hour drive to Tay Ninh province — home to the awe-inspiring Black Virgin Mountain (Ba Den), the highest peak in southern Vietnam at 986 meters. As you ascend the mountain by cable car, lush forests and panoramic landscapes unfold beneath your feet. At the summit, you’ll be greeted by the majestic Lady Buddha, a 72-meter-tall bronze statue recognized by World Guinness Records as the tallest of its kind in Asia. The view from above? Simply breathtaking. But that’s not all — you’ll also marvel at the striking Happy Buddha, crafted from over 6,600 pieces of sandstone. Towering at 36 meters high and inspired by Vietnam’s terraced rice fields, this smiling figure is said to transform sorrow into joy — a powerful spiritual presence atop a sacred mountain. ⛩️ 11:30 AM – Discover a one-of-a-kind religion Next, step into the colorful, surreal world of Cao Dai Temple – Vietnam’s most unique spiritual blend. This remarkable religion combines Buddhism, Christianity, Taoism, and Confucianism into one. You’ll witness the noon prayer ceremony, a mesmerizing sight of worshippers in flowing robes, chanting in unison under the gaze of the all-seeing "Eye of God." ️ 12:30 PM – Local lunch experience Enjoy a fresh, delicious Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant — a perfect moment to relax, recharge, and chat about your experiences so far. ️ 3:00 PM – Journey into the Cu Chi Tunnels Your afternoon takes a dramatic turn underground as you explore the legendary Cu Chi Tunnels — a 250-kilometer network that once housed guerrilla fighters during the Vietnam War. Crawl through narrow passages, discover hidden trapdoors, air vents, and underground kitchens that once rendered enemy technology useless. Learn how the Viet Cong survived — and outsmarted — some of the most advanced military tactics of the time. A powerful, immersive history lesson unlike any other. 6:00 – 7:00 PM – Return to the city Reflect on a day of nature, culture, and history as you return comfortably to Ho Chi Minh City, with your camera full and your heart fuller.

Begin your day by departing from Ho Chi Minh City and heading to Cao Dai Temple, the Holy See of the Cao Dai religion. Experience a vibrant and intricate ceremony, discover the beliefs of the religion, and witness the midday prayer service. Enjoy a lunch at a vegan restaurant, known for honoring Tay Ninh's cultural heritage through its vegan cuisine. After a short break, journey to Ba Den Mountain, the highest peak in the southeastern region of Vietnam at 986 meters (3,235 feet) above sea level. Take a cable car to the mountain's summit, explore the Linh Son Tien Temple, Thanh Long Cave, and the Pagoda of the Lady Buddha. Admire the stunning views of the countryside. Ba Den Mountain is a significant site for spiritual practices and religious pilgrimages, particularly for followers of indigenous southern Vietnamese religions. Tay Ninh is famous for its vineyards, producing grapes for wine and other goods. Visit a local vineyard to learn about cultivation and taste the local produce. After a day in Tay Ninh, return to Ho Chi Minh City in the late afternoon, with drop-off at your hotel or a central city location.

Begin your day with a convenient pickup from your hotel in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City. Travel to Tay Ninh Province by private car or tourist bus, enjoying the scenic views along the way. Arrive at the Cao Dai Temple, the Holy See of the Cao Dai religion. Admire the temple's unique architecture, which combines elements of Buddhism, Christianity, Taoism, and Confucianism. Witness the noon prayer ceremony, a spiritual and colorful experience featuring traditional music and chanting. After the ceremony, savor a traditional Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant, with vegetarian options available. Next, head to Black Virgin Mountain (Núi Bà Đen), the highest peak in Southern Vietnam. Take a cable car to the summit, where you'll visit the Great Buddha statue, pagodas, and other spiritual landmarks. Enjoy panoramic views of Tay Ninh and capture stunning landscape photos. ***Note: If you join a group tour with the Cu Chi Tunnels, you'll switch to another vehicle to return to Ho Chi Minh City Finally, relax on the return journey to Ho Chi Minh City, where you'll be dropped off at your hotel.

Black Lady Mountain consists of three major mountains covering an area of 24 kilometers and reaching an altitude of 986 meters. Conquering the 986-meter-high mountain, the highest in the nation’s southeastern region, might be a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The beautiful temples and caves at Black Lady Mountain used to house Buddhist monks and nuns remain largely undisturbed. Soaring on the cable car, we can take a panoramic view of a waterfall under the glistening sun, mysterious caves and dense forest. Cao Dai Temple is like a Walt Disney fantasia of the East. Its exterior is decorated with multi-colored dragons of all shapes and sizes competing for space with a number of swastikas. Above the main entrance is the all-seeing holy eye, the symbol of the Cao Dai sect. The interior is just as engaging as statues of Jesus Christ, Buddha and the Hindu god, Brahma, stand side by side. Cao Dai Temple is the eclectic mix of colours and the amazing use of architecture create a space of beauty, spirituality with a somewhat surreal flavour to western palates! For the midday service which was unbelievable in Cao Dai Temple - do not miss this! MORNING TOUR: BLACK LADY MOUNTAIN - CAO DAI TEMPLE in Tay Ninh. • Pick-up at 06:00am – 06:30am. Have breakfast at a local restaurant then proceed to Black Lady Mountain, approximately 3.5hrs to the Northeast of Tay Ninh. Ba-Den Mountain is a definite must see for you to Tay Ninh. Modern European cable car system, which take you swiftly to the top the top of the mountain, where you can see the highest Buddah statue with bronze in Vietnam. Nice complex at top, statues and water features, flower gardens, etc. This is a nice complex at top, statues and water features, flower gardens, etc. It's a great view of the wide river, city, and landscape below. • After mountain top, you will take the cable car down to the bottom of the mountain, where your coach moves to Cao Dai Temple for the midday service which was unbelievable here - do not miss this! • Have a lunch at restaurant after joining a prayer service in Cao Dai Temple. AFTERNOON TOUR IS CU CHI TUNNELS TOUR ( A few day not have activity here, you can check us) • 13:00, After you have a lunch, we will leave Tay Ninh and travel to Cu Chi Tunnel. Once in Vietnam, you must visit this spot. This is where guerilla warfare optimized and exemplified. You’ll learn the clever design of the tunnels and the strategic use of trap doors. Even with B-52 bombers dropping 30-ton loads of explosive, turning the jungle into a pockmarked moonscape, 30 thousand American troops failed to conquered the area! You’ll have a chance to crawl around a portion of the 121 km long, multiple-layered tunnel. You’ll learn how thousands of guerillas managed to stay underground many days at a time, also their great technique to conceal smoke from their cooking. There’re a lot more to enjoy, even a chance to fire real AK bullets

Discover three of the most popular attractions in southern Vietnam on a day trip from Ho Chi Minh City. Visit the Black Virgin Mountain, the Cao Dai temple, and the Cu Chi tunnels. Ride a cable car to the Bà Đen Temple and crawl inside the Củ Chi tunnels complex. Depart Ho Chi Minh City and travel by private vehicle to Tây Ninh Province. Visit the Cao Đài temples near the Black Virgin Mountain (Núi Bà Đen), and learn why the mountain is revered by the people of Vietnam. Ride the cable car to the pagoda temple dedicated to the local Khmer deity, Bà Đen. Get breathtaking views of the surrounding fruit orchards, mango trees, and woodland flowers, and learn the ancient legends of the mountain, towering 3,000 feet above rice fields and jungle. Take an optional hike further up the mountain to discover two more temples, if you desire. Then, visit the amazing Củ Chi tunnels, with a break for lunch on the way to the subterranean city that served as the operations base of the Viet Cong for the Tết Offensive during the Vietnam War. Return to Ho Chi Minh City after exploring the labyrinth of tunnels, and get dropped off at your hotel.

Make the most of your time in southern Vietnam by visiting two major highlights in a single day — the Cu Chi Tunnels and the Mekong Delta. Start with a pickup at your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City in the morning. Travel to the Cu Chi Tunnels, an underground network used during the Vietnam War. Learn about the history of the war, see hidden trapdoors, bunkers, and try crawling through a real tunnel (optional). After exploring the tunnels, continue the journey to the Mekong Delta, where the pace of life slows down. Arrive at the river, enjoy a tasty Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant, and take a boat ride along the Mekong. Cruise past water coconut trees, small stilt houses, and lush riverbanks. Then, board a sampan rowboat and glide through the narrow canals. Visit local workshops to see how coconut candy is made and taste honey tea and tropical fruits while listening to traditional Southern folk music. End your full-day adventure with a scenic drive back to Ho Chi Minh City and drop-off at your hotel in the late afternoon.

*During Tet, holiday surcharge 30% Itinerary: MORNING TOUR: BLACK LADY MOUNTAIN - CAO DAI TEMPLE in Tay Ninh. Pick-up at 06:30 – 7:00 AM: Pick you up at hotel then go to Black Lady Mountain, approximately 3.5hrs to the Northeast of Tay Ninh. Ba-Den Mountain is a definite must see for you to Tay Ninh. Modern European cable car system, which take you swiftly to the top the top of the mountain, where you can see the highest Buddah statue with bronze in Vietnam. Nice complex at top, statues and water features, flower gardens, etc. This is a nice complex at top, statues and water features, flower gardens, etc. It's a great view of the wide river, city, and landscape below. After mountain top, you will take the cable car down to the bottom of the mountain, where your coach moves to Cao Dai Temple for the midday service which was unbelievable here - do not miss this! Have a lunch at restaurant after joining a prayer service in Cao Dai Temple. AFTERNOON TOUR IS CU CHI TUNNELS TOUR. 1:00 PM: After you have a lunch, we will leave Tay Ninh and travel to Cu Chi Tunnel. Once in Vietnam, you must visit this spot. This is where guerilla warfare optimized and exemplified. You’ll learn the clever design of the tunnels and the strategic use of trap doors. Even with B-52 bombers dropping 30-ton loads of explosive, turning the jungle into a pockmarked moonscape, 30 thousand American troops failed to conquered the area! You’ll have a chance to crawl around a portion of the 121 km long, multiple-layered tunnel. You’ll learn how thousands of guerillas managed to stay underground many days at a time, also their great technique to conceal smoke from their cooking. There’re a lot more to enjoy, even a chance to fire real AK bullets… 06:00 - 07:00 PM: Arrive Ho Chi Minh city

Join a group tour from Ho Chi Minh City as you travel to the Black Virgin Mountain, taking a cable car to its summit for breathtaking views. Conclude your trip at the Cao Dai Temple in Tay Ninh, witnessing the devout in prayer and learning about their sacred rituals. After a pickup from your hotel, travel to the Black Virgin Mountain. Take a cable car ride to the summit of Bà Đen Mountain, the tallest peak in southern Vietnam. From this vantage point, marvel at the Tây Bổ Đà Sơn Buddha Statue and soak in vistas of the surrounding landscapes. Continue to the Cao Dai Temple, often likened to a Walt Disney masterpiece set in the East. Marvel at the facade adorned with vibrant dragons of various forms, intermingled with numerous swastikas. Witness the all-seeing sacred eye, representative of the Cao Dai faith, overseeing the main entrance. Step inside to see an equally captivating architecture with figures of Jesus, Buddha, Confucius, and Laozi standing in harmony. Appreciate the grandeur of the largest Cao Đài temple and participate in a ceremony to delve deeper into this distinct Vietnamese faith. Next, a scrumptious lunch awaits you at a nearby eatery, where you can indulge in genuine Vietnamese dishes and experience the charm of the local culture, before heading back to your initial pickup location in the city center or another location of your preference.

Depart Ho Chi Minh City and travel by private vehicle to Tây Ninh Province. Visit the Cao Đài temples near the Black Virgin Mountain (Núi Bà Đen), and learn why the mountain is revered by the people of Vietnam.  Ride the cable car to the pagoda temple dedicated to the local Khmer deity, Bà Đen (or reach to the top of the mountain). Get breathtaking views of the surrounding fruit orchards, mango trees, and woodland flowers, and learn the ancient legends of the mountain, towering 3,000 feet above rice fields and jungle. Take an optional hike further up the mountain to discover two more temples, if you desire. Then, visit the amazing Củ Chi tunnels, with a break for lunch on the way to the subterranean city that served as the operations base of the Viet Cong for the Tết Offensive during the Vietnam War. Return to Ho Chi Minh City after exploring the labyrinth of tunnels, and get dropped off at your hotel.