Hue: Full-Day or Half-Day City Tour: Citadel & Royal Tomb
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Duration 4-8 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Pickup included
Pick-up at: 40 Tran Hung Dao, Hoi An (in front of the Starbucks)
Small group
Limited to 11 participants
Highlights
- Explore the Imperial City – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – in the morning
- Visit the Thien Mu Pagoda, the most sacred temple in Central Vietnam
- Enjoy a dragon boat ride on the Perfume River and a traditional lunch
- Visit the Tu Duc tomb to admire the architecture and picturesque landscape
- Make a stop at Khai Dinh Tomb, a blend of East and West architecture
Full description
Hue City Tour: Discover the Imperial Heritage & Royal Tombs Overview & Highlights Explore the rich history and architectural wonders of Hue with our flexible tour options. Discover the majestic Imperial Citadel, serene ancient pagodas, romantic river landscapes, and breathtaking royal tombs. Tour Options Available: 1. Full Day Tour with Entry tickets 2. Full Day Tour without Entry tickets 3. Half-Day Tour in the morning with lunch (Citadel - Ancient Garden House - Thien Mu Pagoda - Lunch) 4. Half-Day Tour in the afternoon without lunch (Incense Village - Tu Duc Tomb - Vong Canh Hill - Khai Dinh Tomb) ... --------------------------------------- Full-Day Tour Itinerary Morning Exploration In the morning, start your day with a pick-up from your hotel or meeting point in Hue City Centre and head to the Imperial City. Built in 1802 by the first king of Vietnam's last feudal dynasty, the citadel was the living and working place of 13 Nguyen Dynasty kings. Next, visit the Ancient Garden House and explore the unique architecture and feng shui. Delve into the historical value of the residence and workplace of the Nguyen Dynasty's officials. Proceed to the Thien Mu Pagoda, the most sacred ancient temple in Central Vietnam. Explore the beautiful architectural works and listen to the history and mystical spiritual stories of the pagoda. After the morning tour, board a dragon boat and sail down the Perfume River. Be immersed in the charming scenery and indulge in the dreamy cuisine of Hue. Afternoon Exploration After lunch, continue to the Thuy Xuan Conical Hat and Incense Village. Witness the radiant beauty of meticulously and skilfully displayed incense bundles lining both sides of the streets. Next, visit the Tu Duc Tomb, renowned as one of the most beautiful works of the Nguyen Dynasty. With its refined architecture and picturesque landscape, the tomb was constructed to resonate with the romantic, dreamy yet profound and sagacious soul of this king. Continue to the Khai Dinh Tomb, situated on Chau Chu mountain. Although the 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, visit Vong Canh Hill, a favourite spot for the Nguyen Kings to rest and enjoy the view. Known for its perfect beauty combining the mountains and rivers of romantic Hue, it is a great destination for tourists. Return to your hotel in Hue.
View full itinerary...Includes
- ✓ Hotel pick-up and drop-off (within 3km of the city centre)
- ✓ Air-conditioned bus
- ✓ Entry tickets (if option selected)
- ✓ Dragon boat
- ✓ English- and Vietnamese-speaking tour guide
- ✓ Lunch (if option selected)
- ✓ Bottle of water
- ✓ Travel insurance
- ✗ Beverage with meal
- ✗ Personal expenses
Important information
What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Hat
- Camera
- Sunscreen
Not allowed
- Smoking in the vehicle
Know before you go
- Pick-up time will be confirmed the night before
- Wear comfortable shoes as there will be walking involved.
- Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect against the sun.
- Be prepared for weather changes – bring a raincoat or umbrella if necessary
Customer Reviews 
Camille etg1 year agoI recommend it! We had a great day with our guide Happi! Very well organized, everything is done so that we don't feel alone in the bay! The meal is really super good! Unbeatable value for money!
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Thanks to all the team!Response from the owner1 year agoThank you so much David
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Maria Ortuño Serra1 year agoGreat trip. Complete with lots of activities and relaxing time. The lunch was good with several traditional dishes.Response from the owner1 year agothank you so much for your review 
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