Why choose this Da Nang tour ?
This is one history lesson you will not want to miss! Take a journey through Hue’s eventful past as you explore its ancient imperial architecture including; the Citadel, the Imperial City, the Forbidden Purple City, a boat trip along the Perfume River, the Emperor’s Private Residence and Thien Mu Pagoda and a royal tomb.
Highlights:
– Journey through Hue’s most prominent tourist attraction, the Citadel which encloses the Imperial City, the Forbidden Purple City and the Emperor’s-Private Residence
– Enjoy a local lunch
– Take a boat trip along the Perfume River to Thien Mu Pagoda, infamous for the monk who set himself alight in political protest
– Explore an Emperor’s tomb
Make the most of your Da Nang adventure
What makes Full-day Hue Imperial City From Da Nang a unique experience ?
Head to Hue, along the North coast of Da Nang to the top of Hai Van Pass where bunkers remaining from the war can be explored
Upon arrival in Hue, we will visit the Citadel, Hue’s prime attraction, which contains the Imperial City, the Forbidden Purple City and the Emperor’s Private Residence. Hue Citadel was built from 1804 to 1833 under the Nguyen’s Dynasty (the last feudalist kingdom in Vietnam). The grounds of the Imperial City are protected by 2-kilometer fortified ramparts and ringed by a moat. Inside the Citadel, there are many different construction works such as: Imperial City Gates, Purple Forbidden City, Temples and places of worshipping, pavilions, gardens, etc.
We will have a short break for lunch
Take a boat trip on the Perfume River with a stopover at Thien Mu Pagoda
Thien Mu Pagoda, which is an active Buddhist monastery with its origins dating back to 1601. One of its most poignant displays is a car belonging to a former monk, who in 1963, drove to Sai Gon and set himself alight to protest against the South Vietnamese regime and its cruel treatment of Buddhist monks and followers
We finally visit the serene Khai Dinh Royal Tomb, designed to blend in with its natural surroundings and built on principles of feng-shui.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Caution: Visitors are required to wear shirts with sleeves and pants under knees when visiting the Hue Citadel.
- Maximum 1 child accompanied 1 adult, the 2nd child will pay the adult price.
- Free for children 0-5 years old ; 50% off for children 6-10 years old
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
Full-day Hue Imperial City From Da Nang Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Travel insurance
- Entrance fees
- Bottled drinking water
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Da Nang City Center
- Lunch
- Boat
- English speaking guides (other languages available upon request with surcharge)
Not Included
- Personal expenses such as: shopping, telephone, beverage, etc.
- Tips and gratuities
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Hoi An Express Travel.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 49 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
Please provide the names and nationalities of each person joining the tour for insurance registration.
If you have a special event or a celebration occurring during the trip, please provide the date and the occasion. For dietary and medical requests, please provide specific information when booking.
