Hue: Perfume River Boat Ride, Citadel & Tombs Guided Tour

Thuy Bieu Village, Hue, Vietnam

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Discover Hue's highlights on a guided tour. Explore the Imperial Citadel, visit the Minh Mang and Khai Dinh Tombs, and enjoy a scenic dragon boat ride along the Perfume River.

Highlights

  • Explore the Imperial Citadel, the former residence of Vietnam’s emperors
  • Discover the Minh Mang Tomb, surrounded by beautiful gardens and lakes
  • Enjoy a scenic dragon boat ride along the Perfume River to Thien Mu Pagoda
  • Visit a traditional village to discover incense-making and conical hat crafts
  • Explore Khai Dinh Tomb, renowned for its unique East-West architectural style

Description

Begin your day with a convenient pickup from your hotel in Hue city center. Board a dragon boat and cruise along the Perfume River to visit Thien Mu Pagoda, Hue’s oldest pagoda.

Next, explore the Imperial Citadel, the former residence of Vietnam’s Nguyen Dynasty emperors. Continue to Dong Ba Market and discover local products, traditional foods, and daily life.

Stop for a delicious Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch, visit Minh Mang Tomb, surrounded by beautiful gardens and lakes, followed by Khai Dinh Tomb, famous for its unique blend of Eastern and Western architecture.

Finally, visit a traditional incense-making and conical hat village. Learn about local crafts and capture colorful photos before returning to Hue city center and being dropped off at your hotel.

Includes

Modern 16-seater van
Dragon Boat
2 free bottles of water per person per day
Entrance fees
English speaking guide
Lunch with Hue’s special dishes

Excludes

Personal expenses
Tips

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes a dragon boat ride on the Perfume River, visits to Thien Mu Pagoda, the Imperial Citadel, Minh Mang Tomb, Khai Dinh Tomb, and a visit to a traditional village for incense and conical hat crafts.

The dragon boat cruise takes place along the Perfume River in Hue, Vietnam, traveling to Thien Mu Pagoda.

The duration can vary, but most tours last around 6 to 7 hours; check the tour provider's website for exact timing.

The tour is suitable for most travelers, including families and solo visitors; check for any age or mobility restrictions with the tour provider.

Yes, the tour includes a visit to the Imperial Citadel, the former residence of Vietnam’s emperors.

You will discover traditional Vietnamese crafts such as incense-making and conical hat production in the village.

Yes, the Khai Dinh Tomb, known for its blend of Eastern and Western architecture, is part of the itinerary.

Thien Mu Pagoda is located along the Perfume River and is accessed by dragon boat as part of the guided tour.

No, the tour usually includes hotel pickup from Hue city center for your convenience.

The best time is during dry and mild weather months, but check local conditions and tour availability before booking.

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