Hue City Full-Day Tour
Tour highlights
- Explore the UNESCO-listed Hue Imperial City
- Visit the iconic Thien Mu Pagoda
- Enjoy a relaxing boat trip on the Perfume River
- Discover royal tombs of the Nguyen Dynasty (Khai Dinh)
- Learn about the history and culture of Vietnam’s former capital
- Enjoy a local Hue-style lunch
Travel Itinerary
- 7:00 – 8:20
Our driver will pick you up at your hotel in Da Nang city. We start the Hue City full-day Tour. On the way to Hue, our driver will go through Hai Van Tunnel – the longest tunnel in Southeast Asia at 6.28km (not Hai Van Pass).
- 09:30
The next place Da Nang to Hue day trip, we will stop at Lap An lagoon with nice views of the brackish water lagoon, the place where local fishermen plant oysters. There is a cafeteria there with a lagoon view and you also can taste the best Vietnamese coffee (self-pay)
- 10:45
We reach Hue city.
As you know, all the emperors of the Nguyen dynasty thought that this life is just a temporary life. When you passed away, you would live a real life. So what you need in this life, you would need in the after-life. So the first thing they did when they first came to the throne is to order the Fengshui tellers to find the perfect Fengshui places to build the tombs. Please remember it, everything inside the tombs has never been used in the past, only for their afterlife.
The first place is the Khai Dinh Tomb. We will visit the most beautiful and expensive royal tomb of the 12th emperor, the Khai Dinh Tomb. Not following traditional architecture, Khai Dinh Tomb is a mixture of Hinduism, Buddhism, Christianity, French, and Vietnamese architecture.
You will say twice WOW, WOW because it is such a fabulous tomb and the most beautiful tomb in the world. At the Khai Dinh tomb, you can take some great photos and practice your photography skills.
- 12:00
Lunch at Restaurant
- 13:00
Continue to the 17th-century working Buddhist monastery of Thien Mu Pagoda, considered by many to be the unofficial symbol of the city.
- 14:00
After that, we will visit the Hue Citadel. Hue was the capital city of the Nguyen Dynasty of Vietnam from 1802- 1945. Our guide will tell you some valuable information about the royal lives of Emperors, concubines, and eunuchs. It is a complex including 3 sections: The citadel (Protecting area); Royal city (The working area of the Emperor, civil servants, and military servants); The Forbidden City (The private area of the emperor, his concubines, and eunuchs).
- 15:45
Buy some souvenirs at the souvenirs shop (self-pay)
- 18:30
Finish the Hue City full-day Tour from Da Nang, we will drive you safely back to your hotel in Da Nang city. Tour ends. Goodbye and see you again!
Terms of Service
- Please provide accurate hotel information for pick-up arrangements
- Be ready at the pick-up point at least 20–30 minutes before departure time
- The itinerary may be adjusted due to weather or operational conditions
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- No refund for no-shows or late arrivals
- Any additional expenses not mentioned in the program are at guests’ own cost
- Please take care of your personal belongings; the company is not responsible for any loss
Price Includes
- Car with driver
- English speaking guide
- Attraction Entrance Tickets
- Lunch
- Water (1 bottle per person)
- Insurance
Price Excludes
- Personal expenses
- Beverages
- Tips for guide and driver (optional)
- Pick-up/drop-off outside city center
- Holiday or peak season surcharges (if applicable)
About the Operator
VIETNAM EXPLORE TRAVEL CO., LTD — proudly operating under the brand name Vietnam Explore — is one of the leading travel companies in Vietnam, offering exceptional experiences to both domestic and international travelers. With the slogan “Explore Vietnam with Us!”, we not only provide exciting trips but also create meaningful journeys that connect visitors with the rich culture and people of Vietnam.
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