HIGHTLIGHTS
Travel Style: Classic Tours
Trip length: Day Tour
Journey into Vietnam’s imperial capital with our Hue City Day Tour - a seamless blend of history, culture, and scenic charm.
What to expect
Begin your morning with a panoramic ride over the legendary Hai Van Pass, followed by visits to the Imperial Citadel, where the grandeur of the Nguyen Dynasty unfolds across palaces, gardens, and restored royal structures. In the afternoon, glide on a dragon boat along the Perfume River to the iconic Thiên Mụ Pagoda, and explore one of the majestic royal tombs—Minh Mạng, Khải Định, or Tự Đức. Cap your journey with an optional visit to a local incense- or conical-hat village, or experience Hue’s laid-back charm at Dong Ba Market.
- Scenic drive via Hai Van Pass—one of Vietnam’s most picturesque routes.
- Discover the Imperial Citadel—flag tower, palaces, and the restored Forbidden City.
- Glide the Perfume River by dragon boat to Thiên Mụ Pagoda—a poetic icon.
- Visit one royal tomb—Minh Mạng, Khải Định, or Tự Đức—with serene garden settings.
- Optional cultural stops at local craft villages or Dong Ba Market.
ITINERARY
Explore Hue Historical from Da Nang
You can also choose this tour to start from your hotel in Hue.
7.30 Morning, pick up at your hotel and depart for Hue, on the way to stop for sightseeing the high mountain pass of Hai Van; Lang Co beach; the lagoon far below with Da Nang spread out. On arrival in Hue, start visiting the Imperial Citadel with Flag Tower, Ngo Mon Gate, Nine Dynastic Urns, Nine Holy Cannons, Thai Hoa Palace, Forbidden City (Tu Cam Thanh)..
Have lunch at a typical restaurant with Hue royal cuisine.
Afternoon, you board a dragon boat for a cruise on the Perfume River giving you a taste of the scenic countryside, as well as an enjoyable visit to the beautiful Pagoda of Thien Mu with its impressive Heavenly Lady seven-story tower. Then continue on to visit one of emperor tombs: the tomb of Emperor Minh Mang, in a tranquil setting of gardens and lakes; or tomb of Khai Dinh, a blend of Western and Eastern architecture; or Tu Duc tomb; or Gia Long tomb..
Time permits, you will stop at an incense-making village or hat-making village or Dong Ba market for shopping and blend with real life of charming Hue people. Drive back to your hotel in Da Nang late afternoon. (Expected to arrival back in hotel around 18.00-18.30)
Optional: For traveler stay in Hue, after dinner get on dragon boat and enjoy Royal traditional music on Perfume River (Hue royal music also recognized as Cultural World Heritage).
GROUP TOUR (Seat-in-Coach)
The price is USD/person, quoted for a package tour/room/tickets..| Tour Package | Price |
|---|---|
| SIC Tour Price | $39 |
PRIVATE TOUR PRICE
The price (USD/person) is quoted for a private tour based on the group sizes, you can send us your inquiry to make up a personalized itinerary and quotation.| Tour Category | 2 pax | 3-5 pax | 6-8 pax | 9 pax up |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| From Da Nang | $90 | $75 | $58 | $49 |
| From Hue | $78 | $64 | $52 | $46 |
Not fit your requirement? Feel free to contact us to plan this trip and get the best possible price based upon your travel period and specific touring needs.
INQUIRY
Other information
Expect a culturally rich, smooth-paced tour filled with ancient treasures and tranquil views. Begin with the scenic splendor of Hai Van Pass—coastal mountains and sweeping ocean vistas. At the Imperial Citadel, feel the atmosphere of Nguyen Dynasty grandeur within moats and royal halls. A guided Perfume River cruise blends serene scenery with spiritual beauty en route to Thiên Mụ Pagoda. At a royal tomb, immerse yourself in majestic architecture set in lotus ponds or meticulously landscaped gardens. Wrap your journey with optional visits to craft villages or the bustling Dong Ba Market—where the local pace invites you to slow down and savor authentic Hue life. Rich in heritage, history, and heartfelt vibes, this city tour lets Hue unfold gently before you.
Tour Includes
- Transportation by private car, pick up/drop off at your hotel
- Entrance fees for visits mentioned in itinerary
- English speaking tour guide
- Lunch at restaurant
- Boat trip on Perfume River
- Bottle water
Tour Excludes
- Travel insurance
- Drinks & other meals not mentioned
- Tips & Personal expenses.