Da Nang: Hue Imperial Day Trip, Hai Van Pass Train, & Lunch

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Da Nang: Hue Imperial Day Trip, Hai Van Pass Train, & Lunch

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Discover stunning views of the coast as you take a scenic train through the Hai Van Pass to the Hue Imperial city on this day trip from Da Nang. Explore the city and savor a local lunch.

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Highlights

Enjoy a scenic train ride from Da Nang to Hue, crossing the Hai Van Pass
Explore the Imperial City, the Forbidden Purple City, and the Emperor's palace
Visit the Thien Mu Pagoda, an active Buddhist monastery on the Perfume River
Admire the breathtaking architectural design of the Khai Dinh Royal Tomb
Uncover the myths and legends that surround the last dynasty of Vietnam

Description

Experience the picturesque Hai Van Pass on a unique train ride from Da Nang to Hue. Travel back in time to the ancient city of Hue and explore its prime attractions, including the Citadel, Thien Mu Pagoda, and the Khai Dinh Royal Tomb. Choose from a tour that includes pre-purchased tickets to the Hue Imperial city, the Khai Dinh Tomb, and the Thien Mu pagoda, or pick the option that does not include tickets and get help from your guide with purchasing tickets on-site. Start with an early morning pickup from accommodations in the city center Da Nang and relax on the comfortable transfer to the Da Nang Train Station. Board the train and begin a journey through diverse landscapes. Pass through the countryside, the iconic Hai Van Pass, and lush mountains. Arrive at Lang Co station in Hue and hop aboard a comfortable bus. Head to the city's prime attraction, the Citadel. Step back in time as you hear stories about the last dynasty of Vietnam Wander through the vast complex which contains the Imperial City, the Forbidden Purple City, and the Emperor's private residence, and find out about Vietnam's last dynasty, the Nguyen dynasty. Discover architectural masterpieces such like temples, pavilions, gardens, and the city gates. Have lunch with local specialties at a restaurant. After lunch, depart to Thien Mu Pagoda, an active Buddhist monastery. Admire its 7-story pagoda, the unofficial symbol of the city. Snap pictures of this pagoda which is located on the bank of the poetic Perfume River. Continue to the serene Khai Dinh Royal Tomb, the final resting place of a Nguyen Emperor. Admire the tomb's unique architectural design and learn more about the many myths and legends that surround this controversial emperor before heading back to your hotel in Da Nang in the early evening.

Includes

Hotel pickup and drop-off in the city center of Da Nang 1-way train ticket from Da Nang to Lang Co station in Hue Vietnamese lunch (vegetarian food available) Hue Imperial city ticket (if option selected) Khai Dinh Tomb ticket (if option selected) Thien Mu pagoda ticket (if option selected) English-speaking, local guide Bottled water Travel Insurance Airconditioned bus transportation Driver

Important Information

Most travelers can participate
This tour takes place rain or shine
Please provide us your contact information (Zalo/Whatsapp/Phone number/Line/ Kakaotalk/Wechat), so the activity provider can confirm the pickup time and address
Children must be accompanied by at least one adult
If the tour is cancelled due to poor weather, then you are offered a different date or a full refund
This activity requires at least 4 participants to proceed