Hoi An: Private Tour To Hue Imperial City Via Hai Van Pass
Thuy Bieu Village, Hue, Vietnam
Discover Hue on a private tour from Hoi An or Da Nang. Travel via the Hai Van Pass and Lap An Lagoon, visit the Imperial City, Thien Mu Pagoda and Khai Dinh Tomb, and enjoy a local Hue lunch.
Highlights
- Enjoy a traditional Hue lunch at a local restaurant
- Travel the legendary Hai Van Pass between mountains and the sea
- Unwind at peaceful Lap An Lagoon with time for photos and a local break
- Discover Hue's imperial history through stories from your English-speaking guide
- Experience Hue's royal heritage at the Imperial City and Khai Dinh Tomb
Description
Discover Hue, Vietnam’s former imperial capital, on a private tour from Hoi An or Da Nang with a licensed English-speaking tour guide , or your selected option with an English-speaking driver can assist with general arrangements while you explore . Travel through Central Vietnam and explore Hue’s history, architecture, local cuisine, and cultural traditions.
Begin your journey by crossing the Hai Van Pass, where the mountains meet the sea. Stop along the pass to take photos and enjoy the views before continuing to Lap An Lagoon. Take a short break to capture the scenery, stretch your legs, and use the restroom before continuing to Hue.
In Hue, explore the UNESCO-listed Imperial City with your guide and learn about the Nguyen Dynasty, royal life, and the history of its gates, palaces, and courtyards. After the visit, enjoy a traditional Hue lunch at a local restaurant.
Continue to Thien Mu Pagoda, overlooking the Perfume River, then visit Khai Dinh Tomb, known for its combination of Vietnamese and European architectural influences.
Tour Options
✅ Tour Options :
Option 1 – Private Tour without Entrance Tickets
Enjoy a private tour with a vehicle exclusively for your group, a licensed English-speaking tour guide, and lunch. Entrance tickets are not included, allowing you to purchase them separately during the tour. Your guide can assist with ticket purchases on-site.
Option 2 – Private Tour with Entrance Tickets
Enjoy a private tour with a vehicle exclusively for your group, a licensed English-speaking tour guide, lunch, and entrance tickets to the Imperial City and Khai Dinh Tomb. Your guide will accompany you during the visits and provide information about the sites.
Option 3 – Private Luxury Tour with Lunch, Tickets, Coffee & Drinks
Enjoy a private luxury tour with a vehicle exclusively for your group. This option includes private transportation, a licensed English-speaking tour guide, entrance tickets, lunch, and coffee and drinks at the Lap An Lagoon stop.
Option - 04: Private Tour With An English-Speaking Driver
Private tour with an English-speaking driver. Lunch and entrance tickets are not included. The driver can assist with purchasing tickets on-site and recommend local restaurants for lunch.
Entrance Tickets
✅Entrance Tickets :
Entrance tickets are not included in Option 1 and Option 4 .
Current entrance fees are:
- Hue Imperial City: 200,000 VND/adult (12+); 40,000 VND/child (7–11); free under 7.
- Khai Dinh Tomb: 150,000 VND/adult (12+); 30,000 VND/child (7–11); free under 7.
For Option 1 + 4 please prepare Vietnamese Dong (VND) if purchasing entrance tickets separately. Your guide ( or driver ) can assist with purchasing tickets on-site.
Includes
Hotel pickup and drop-off in designated areas of Hoi An and Da Nang
Transportation in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle
Bottled water
English-speaking tour guide / Lunch ( Options 1, 2, and 3)
Entrance tickets ( Options 2 and 3 )
English-speaking driver ( Option 4 )
Excludes
Entrance tickets / Lunch ( Option 4 )
Drinks
Personal expenses
Tips for driver and tour guide ,and restaurant gratuities (optional )
Important Information
- All options are private tours with a vehicle exclusively for your group. Entrance tickets are included in Options 2 and 3, but not Option 1. Please bring VND cash for tickets if purchasing them separately. Pickup and drop-off are available in Hoi An, Da Nang, or Hue, subject to the agreed itinerary. Please be ready at your confirmed pickup point at the agreed time or a few minutes early. Lap An Lagoon is a short scenic and rest stop. Coffee and drinks are included only in Option 3. Expect walking, steps, and uneven surfaces at some attractions. Wear modest clothing when visiting temples and pagodas. The itinerary may change slightly due to weather, traffic, or local conditions. Please advise us of any dietary requirements or food allergies in advance. If your hotel is on a narrow or inaccessible road, you may need to meet at a nearby accessible pickup point. Tips for the driver and tour guide, and restaurant gratuities, are optional.
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
