Hue City Full Day Tour with Imperial Citadel and Royal Tombs
Description
This private tour in Hue will take you to the city's most important landmarks: the Royal Tombs of Tu Duc and Khai Dinh, the Imperial Citadel, and Thien Mu Pagoda. You will travel by boat on the Perfume River, passing by many of Hue's most famous landmarks. Your knowledgeable and experienced tour guide will tell you about Hue's rich history and culture. Visit the Royal Tombs of Tu Duc and Khai Dinh, two of the most impressive royal tombs in Vietnam. Explore the Imperial Citadel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the former home of the Nguyen Dynasty. Take a boat trip on the Perfume River, passing by many of Hue's most famous landmarks. Visit Thien Mu Pagoda, one of the most iconic pagodas in Vietnam. Learn about Hue's rich history and culture from a knowledgeable and experienced guide. Enjoy a private tour experience tailored to your interests and budget.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Tour guide will pick you up at your hotel in Hue city center.
Coming to Ben Toa Kham, you can experience sitting on a Dragon boat on the Perfume River, watching the banks of the Perfume River, and feeling the poetic beauty of Hue.
The old-aged Thien Mu Pagoda was built at the beginning of the 17th century by Lord Nguyen Hoang, becoming one of the earliest sacred pagodas in Hue. Thien Mu Pagoda has a history of more than 400 years and is considered a cultural and religious symbol of the dreamy Hue city.
Travel by private car to visit Hue Ancient Capital to explore the royal palaces of 13 Nguyen Dynasty kings. The ancient capital of Hue is located in the Hue Monuments Complex and was recognized by UNESCO as a world cultural heritage in 1993, with many outstanding works and thrilling stories behind the harem.
The Tomb of Minh Mang is a magnificent complex showcasing the grandeur of the Nguyen Dynasty. Visitors will be captivated by its intricate architecture, serene lakes, and lush gardens. Highlights include ornate gates, spacious courtyards, and the emperor's final resting place. The tomb's harmonious blend of human artistry and natural beauty creates a truly unforgettable experience.
Khai Dinh tomb Compared to other tombs in Hue, Khai Dinh tomb is smaller, yet more elaborate and time-consuming. It is the combination of East-West classic and modern architecture.
Thuy Xuan Incense-making Village offers a fascinating glimpse into a centuries-old tradition. Visitors will witness the intricate process of incense production, from selecting and grinding ingredients to rolling and drying the incense sticks. The air is filled with the fragrant aroma of various herbs and spices. The village showcases the skillful craftsmanship of local artisans and provides an opportunity to purchase handmade incense products, making it a unique and sensory experience
We will end our tour of Hue here and we will take you back to your Hue hotel.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Please wait at the hotel reception lobby.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Remaining hours cover the travel time in between places.
Reviews(24)
Enjoyed our full day experience with our guide, Ruby, and our driver. As a native of Hue, Ruby knows a lot about the culture and explained a lot of the hidden aspects of the city. Her English is very understandable as well
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Enjoyed our private day tour with very good guide and driver. Thom was most attentive to my walking needs as a senior citizen. Learned much from his narration of emperors' lives with humor. A well-paced tour, relaxed and most interesting. Highly recommended!
Dear Sir/Madam, Thank you for trusting and choosing Samtour Viet Nam. Thank you for taking the time to share your review. I hope you have meaningful and interesting experiences in Vietnam. Wishing you good health. Best regards, Cara.
My wife and I were aware of what the itinerary would ask of us, so some things that could be a challenge for some travelers turned out to be bearable for us. (Such as the extreme heat during the summertime and the amount of walking and climbing steps) Austin was a cool tour guide. He had a very bright attitude from start to finish and he delivered a lot of information with a sincere interest in the material. He had some funny remarks, where appropriate, and was attentive to our needs. The itinerary worked out just fine too, with a good pace throughout the day and good points for a break or breather. Overall, it was an outstanding tour! Thanks again to Austin and the team!
Dear Sir/Madam, Thank you for trusting and choosing Samtour Viet Nam. Thank you for taking the time to share your review. I hope you have meaningful and interesting experiences in Vietnam. Wishing you good health. Best regards, Cara.
Excellent experience, the tour is well designed to cover the important aspects of the area. It was great fun, we were looked after incredibly well by ms Anna and Mr my. Great lunch, great company, highly recommended.
Dear Sir/Madam, Thank you for trusting and choosing Samtour Viet Nam. Thank you for taking the time to share your review. I hope you have meaningful and interesting experiences in Vietnam. Wishing you good health. Best regards, Cara.
Hue is definitely worth the visit. The city has beautiful monuments and a fascinating history. Unfortunately though our English-speaking guide barely spoke English and we missed most of the explanation. I am not sure when we will be able to visit this city again and this tour operator did not abide by its basic service level agreement. Unacceptable. The boat on the Perfume River had an engine so loud that it rendered what should have been a beautiful cruise, unenjoyable.
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We understand that communication was a bit challenging due to the language difference, as you speak ITALIAN and our guide speaks English. We apologize if this affected the overall quality of your experience. We are always working to enhance our offerings. Should you have any further concerns or suggestions, please feel free to reach out.
We toured Hue City with Long and had a lovely time! The tour is an efficient way to see all the key sights in one day. The help of a guide adds a dimension of historical context and understanding. Long shared his deep knowledge of the Hue region and helped us understand its importance in Vietnam's history. The tour is thoughtfully paced and well organized, with stops/breaks added just when you need them. The tour is operated with a driver separate from the guide which helps to increase efficiency (drop offs and pick ups are much easier this way). If you have limited time in Hue or it is your first time in the region and you are keen to get a foundational understanding, this tour is a great option.
Dear Sir/Madam, Thank you for trusting and choosing Samtour Viet Nam. Thank you for taking the time to share your review. I hope you have meaningful and interesting experiences in Vietnam. Wishing you good health. Best regards, Cara
Such an interesting day. Our guide was so knowledgable and helped us to understand the history. Both the guide and driver were really friendly . A really fun day!
Dear Sir/Madam, Thank you for trusting and choosing Samtour Viet Nam. Thank you for taking the time to share your review. I hope you have meaningful and interesting experiences in Vietnam. Wishing you good health. Best regards, Cara
Great trip and made very informative and special thanks to our guide Le Thang Beer (whom we booked extra through the same agency). I do recommend getting a guide - so many interesting information about history of Vietnam, both historic and modern. And on a personal note, a lovely person to hang out with :) five stars all the way!!! Very easy contact through WhatsApp
Dear GosCab, Thank you for trusting and choosing Samtour Viet Nam. Thank you for taking the time to share your review. I hope you have meaningful and interesting experiences in Vietnam. Wishing you good health. Best regards, Cara
We've had a wonderful trip trough Hue and the Imperial city. It was an very beautiful and fun tour. We had an amazing guide. We learned a lot about the city and the history about the kings. We would recommend this tour of you want to explore Hue and the history of Vietnam.😃
Dear Sir/Madam, Thank you for trusting and choosing Samtour Viet Nam. Thank you for taking the time to share your review. I hope you have meaningful and interesting experiences in Vietnam. Wishing you good health. Best regards, Cara.
We had booked a private tour to see the different Things to do in the Hue region. Our driver Ten was a really nice guy. He was very welcoming and brought us to the most beautiful places also for the pictures. Because we love Vietnamese coffee we visited two beautiful cafes. Highly recommended. Our highlights. - Visit Lap An lagoon - Visit Lang Co beach - Visit Hai Van pass - Visit Golden Bridge (Ba Na Hills) - Visit Marble Mountain
Dear Sir/Madam, Thank you for trusting and choosing Samtour Viet Nam. Thank you for taking the time to share your review. I hope you have meaningful and interesting experiences in Vietnam. Wishing you good health. Best regards, Cara.
