Private Hue City tour to Citadel - Tombs - Incense village
Thuy Bieu Village, Hue, Vietnam
Explore Hue City by a private car with an English-speaking guide. Visit the Imperial City, An Hien Garden House, Thien Mu Pagoda, Thuy Xuan Incense Village, Minh Mang Tomb, and Khai Dinh Tomb.
Highlights
- Step into Hue’s royal past at the majestic Imperial City
- Discover the charm of Thien Mu pagoda and Ancient garden house
- Admire the majestic architecture of Minh Mang Tomb
- Marvel at the unique beauty of Khai Dinh Tomb
- Experience the vibrant colors of Thuy Xuan Incense Village
Description
Begin your day with a pickup from your hotel in Hue City.
Firstly, head to the Imperial City, also known as the Hue Citadel. Built in 1802 by the first emperor of Vietnam’s last feudal dynasty, Gia Long, this was the living and working place of 13 Nguyen Emperors, starting with Emperor Gia Long and ending in 1945 after Emperor Bao Dai announced abdication.
Next, visit An Hien Garden House, one of the most beautiful and well-known traditional garden houses in Hue. Built in the late 19th century near the Perfume River, An Hien house is famous for its peaceful green garden, elegant wooden house, lotus pond, and the iconic entrance gate covered with white apricot flowers.
Continue to Thien Mu Pagoda, the most sacred ancient pagoda in Central Vietnam. Nestled on Ha Khe hill, on the left bank of the Perfume River in Huong Long village, it is about 5 km west of Hue city. Here, explore the beautiful architectural works and listen to your guide introduce the history and mystical spiritual stories of the pagoda.
Conclude the morning with a traditional Hue lunch at a local restaurant.
After lunch, visit Minh Mang Tomb, known for its perfect harmony between royal architecture and nature. The tomb features a symmetrical design with nearly 40 structures including palaces, temples, courtyards, lakes, and bridges arranged along a central axis. Surrounded by pine forests, lotus lakes, and peaceful gardens, the site reflects the Confucian philosophy and the powerful yet poetic personality of Emperor Minh Mang.
Nextly, make a stop at Khai Dinh Tomb, situated on Chau Chu mountain, also known as Chau E, 10 km from the center of Hue city. Although Khai Dinh Tomb is smaller in size compared to the tombs of other kings, it is meticulously crafted, blending the exquisite architecture and culture of both East and West.
Finally, continue to the Thuy Xuan Conical Hat and Incense Village. Witness the radiant beauty of meticulously and skillfully displayed incense bundles lining both sides of the streets.
After your visit, we return to your hotel in Hue City.
Finish the tour.
Includes
- Private car
- English speaking guide
- Lunch
- Entry Tickets
- Bottle of Water
- Travel Insurance
Excludes
- Beverage in meal
- Personal expenses
Important Information
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The full day tour starts at 8 am and finish at around 4 pm
Pick up time will be confirmed the night before on Whatsapp message
Prepare a light scarf or cloth to cover your shoulders and knees when entering places of worship.
Wear comfortable shoes as there will be walking involved
Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect against the sun
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
