Overview
This is one history lesson you will not want to miss! Take a journey through Hue’s eventful past as you explore its ancient imperial architecture including; the Citadel, the Imperial City, the Forbidden Purple City, a boat trip along the Perfume River, the Emperor's Private Residence and Thien Mu Pagoda and a royal tomb.
Highlights:
- Journey through Hue’s most prominent tourist attraction, the Citadel which encloses the Imperial City, the Forbidden Purple City and the Emperor's-Private Residence
- Enjoy a local lunch
- Take a boat trip along the Perfume River to Thien Mu Pagoda, infamous for the monk who set himself alight in political protest
- Explore an Emperor’s tomb
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Travel insurance
Entrance fees
Bottled drinking water
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Da Nang City Center
Lunch
Boat
English speaking guides (other languages available upon request with surcharge)
Personal expenses such as: shopping, telephone, beverage, etc.
Tips and gratuities
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
Good to know
Please provide the names and nationalities of each person joining the tour for insurance registration.
If you have a special event or a celebration occurring during the trip, please provide the date and the occasion. For dietary and medical requests, please provide specific information when booking.
What to expect
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Hai Van Pass
15 min
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
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Hue Imperial City (The Citadel)
1 hour
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.
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Hue
1 hour
We will have a short break for lunch
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Perfume River
15 min
Take a boat trip on the Perfume River with a stopover at Thien Mu Pagoda
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Thien Mu Pagoda
30 min
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
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Tomb of Khai Dinh
45 min
We finally visit the serene Khai Dinh Royal Tomb, designed to blend in with its natural surroundings and built on principles of feng-shui.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Asia/Ho Chi Minh).
Additional Information
- Free for children 0-5 years old ; 50% off for children 6-10 years old
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Full-day Hue Imperial City From Da Nang
Can I cancel Full-day Hue Imperial City From Da Nang for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 9 hours 30 min.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Travel insurance
- Entrance fees
- Bottled drinking water
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Da Nang City Center
- Lunch
- Boat
- English speaking guides (other languages available upon request with surcharge)
What's not included?
- Personal expenses such as: shopping, telephone, beverage, etc.
- Tips and gratuities
Which places does it visit?
It visits Hai Van Pass, Hue Imperial City (The Citadel), Hue, Perfume River, Thien Mu Pagoda, Tomb of Khai Dinh.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Hoi An Express Travel
