Highlights
- Explore the Imperial City of the Nguyen Dynasty
- Visit iconic royal tombs and ancient pagodas
- Scenic Perfume River cruise by dragon boat
- Discover traditional villages and garden houses
- Flexible full-day & half-day options available
Description
Hue City Tour Options
We offer four flexible tour options to suit your schedule and interests. Please review the option details carefully when booking:
Full-Day Tour with Entrance Tickets
Full-Day Tour without Entrance Tickets
Half-Day Morning Tour with Lunch
(Imperial Citadel – Ancient Garden House – Thien Mu Pagoda – Lunch)
Half-Day Afternoon Tour without Lunch
(Incense Village – Tu Duc Tomb – Vong Canh Hill – Khai Dinh Tomb)
Full-Day Tour Itinerary
Begin your journey with a convenient pickup from your hotel or a meeting point in Hue City Center, then travel to the Imperial City (Citadel). Built in 1802, this UNESCO-listed complex once served as the political and residential center of 13 Nguyen Dynasty emperors, offering deep insight into Vietnam’s royal history.
Continue to a traditional Hue Ancient Garden House, where you’ll discover distinctive architecture, feng shui principles, and the refined lifestyle of Nguyen Dynasty officials.
Next, visit Thien Mu Pagoda, the most sacred and iconic pagoda in Central Vietnam. Admire its elegant architecture and listen to fascinating historical and spiritual stories.
In the late morning, board a dragon boat for a relaxing cruise along the poetic Perfume River, enjoying scenic views before stopping for a flavorful Hue-style lunch.
In the afternoon, explore Thuy Xuan Incense Village, famous for its vibrant, hand-crafted incense displays. Then visit the serene Tu Duc Tomb, celebrated for its harmonious design and romantic landscape.
Continue to Khai Dinh Tomb, an architectural masterpiece blending Eastern tradition with Western influences. End the day at Vong Canh Hill, a tranquil viewpoint once favored by Nguyen emperors for its breathtaking river and mountain scenery.
The tour concludes with a comfortable return to your hotel in Hue.
Includes
Hotel pickup and drop-off (within 3km of the city center)
Air-conditioned bus
Entry tickets
Dragon boat
Tour guide
Lunch (if option selected)
Bottle of water
Travel insurance
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
