Full-day Hue Heritage From Hoi An | 11 hours

23 Reviews | Hoi An
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Private Tour
2 Adults x $281.00
$562.00
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$562.00
Private Tour
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Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Transportation with air-conditioning
  • Travel insurance
  • Entrance fees
  • Bottled drinking water
  • Lunch
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Hoi An City Center
  • Boat trip in Huong River
  • English speaking guides (other languages available upon request with surcharge)
  • Personal expenses such as: shopping, telephone, beverage, etc.
  • Tips and gratuities

Overview

Take a journey through the fascinating past of Vietnam’s former Imperial Capital, Hue by visiting its prime historical attractions; the Imperial City, Forbidden Purple City, the Emperor’s Private Residence, Perfume River, Thien Mu pagoda and Khai Dinh Royal Tomb. Highlights: - Visit Hue’s prime attraction, the ancient Citadel, which contains the Imperial City, the Forbidden Purple City and the Emperor's Private Residence - Enjoy a local lunch - Take a boat trip on the beautiful Perfume River and stopover at Thien Mu pagoda, the Buddhist Monastery now infamous for the monk who set himself alight in 1963 to protest against cruel treatment of Buddhist monks - Visit the serene Khai Dinh Royal Tomb, designed to blend in with its natural surroundings and built on principles of feng-shui - Enjoy spectacular views, from the 360 panoramic sight of the Eastern Sea to the top of the world-famous Hai Van pass

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Itinerary

  • Hai Van Pass

    Head to Hue, along the North coast of Da Nang to the top of Hai Van Pass where bunkers remaining from the war can be explored

    10 minutes

  • Hue Imperial City (The Citadel)

    Upon arrival in Hue, we will visit the Citadel, Hue’s prime attraction, which contains the Imperial City, the Forbidden Purple City and the Emperor's Private Residence. Hue Citadel was built from 1804 to 1833 under the Nguyen’s Dynasty (the last feudalist kingdom in Vietnam). The grounds of the Imperial City are protected by 2-kilometer fortified ramparts and ringed by a moat. Inside the Citadel, there are many different construction works such as: Imperial City Gates, Purple Forbidden City, Temples and places of worshipping, pavilions, gardens, etc.

    1 hour

  • Perfume River

    We will have a short break for lunch then take a boat trip on the Perfume River with a stopover at Thien Mu Pagoda

    15 minutes

  • Thien Mu Pagoda

    Thien Mu Pagoda, which is an active Buddhist monastery with its origins dating back to 1601. One of its most poignant displays is a car belonging to a former monk, who in 1963, drove to Sai Gon and set himself alight to protest against the South Vietnamese regime and its cruel treatment of Buddhist monks and followers.

    1 hour

  • Tomb of Khai Dinh

    We finally visit the serene Khai Dinh Royal Tomb, designed to blend in with its natural surroundings and built on principles of feng-shui.

    30 minutes

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Additional Info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Caution: Visitors are required to wear shirts with sleeves and pants under knees when visiting the Hue Citadel.
  • Maximum 1 child accompanied 1 adult, the 2nd child will pay the adult price.
  • Free for children 0-5 years old ; 50% off for children 6-10 years old

Free Cancellation

June 11100% refund
June 12No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Reviews

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Showing 1-5 of 14 reviews with 5 stars

Great tour but pricey. Private tour. Very knowledgeable Tour guide.

Published on Apr, 2023

Great tour but a little pricey at $200 USD each, 3 person private tour. Consider group tour if you would like to do cheaper. Very hot also, lucky we had very good air conditioning.

A Journey Through History and Culture with an Exceptional Guide and Driver in Hue

Published on Feb, 2023

I booked the tour from Danang to Hue with Hoi An Express and had the chance to visit the magnificent Imperial City, the Mausoleum of Emperor Khai Dinh, and the Thien Mu Pagoda. The tour was fantastic and I have to give a special shoutout to our excellent guide Tom and driver Nam. Tom, also known as Mot, was knowledgeable and friendly, providing me with a wealth of information about the history and culture of the area. Nam was a professional and excellent driver, who ensured our safety and comfort throughout the journey. He was driving super safely, which is outstanding in the sometimes chaotic traffic in Vietnam. The tour started on time and I was picked up from my hotel. Despite being the only one who booked the tour, it still took place and I was treated like a VIP. I never felt rushed and all of my questions were thoroughly answered by Tom. We had a delicious lunch, a seven-course meal, served in a nice atmosphere. The car we traveled in was new, had excellent AC, and was super comfortable. We took a scenic route to Hue, which added to the overall experience. The Imperial City of Hue was the highlight of the tour, with its stunning architecture and rich history. The attention to detail in the restoration of the buildings was evident and added to the overall experience. While visiting the Thien Mu Pagoda, I also learned about the religions in Vietnam and the life of the monks. The Mausoleum of Emperor Khai Dinh was also a fascinating visit, showcasing the unique blend of traditional Vietnamese and European architectural styles. I can recommend this tour to anyone visiting the area. The combination of scenic drives, historical sightseeing, and an attentive guide and driver made for a truly memorable experience.

Impeccable experience

Published on Oct, 2022

We had an impeccable your. Our tour guide, Mr. Mot, ensured that we had a fun time. Would recommend taking this tour of you are in Hoi An.

Was concerned that this would feel rushed.... but it did not

Published on Dec, 2019

We really enjoyed our day out in Hue, thanks to Eric and our driver. We had a great time exploring the forbidden city and really appreciated the insight that Eric gave us at the monastery. The lunch was nice.. but probably nicer than it needed to be. We should have been happy to have paid a little less for the tour (it is quite expensive, comparatively) and enjoyed some street food somewhere. Seeing the throne room was amazing, and Eric's descriptions allowed us to really visualise what things would have been like. We were worried that we were stretching things a bit, by doing a day trip here from Hoi An... but it was entirely worth it. Would recommend this to people that have a day to spare. Thank you Eric!

Day trip hue with tour guide sang

Published on Sep, 2019

My friend and I were extremely impressed with this tour. Our tour guide Sang was exceptional in all areas. He was helpful, kind, knowledgeable and great at his job. Sang was so nice he even generously paid for my coffee. We also felt safe with our driver at all times even though the traffic was very busy he managed to get us there and back with great ease. Sang has made our trip even better than it already was. I will recommend this tour to all my friends because of the great experience he gave us. Thank you so much Hoi an express. Could not be happier. A special thank you to sang for being such a welcoming and amazing person to have as our guide!

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