Hue Private Dragon Boat, Thien Mu Pagoda & Royal Tombs Tour

- Enjoying Refreshing Dragon Boat Cruise on Romantic Perfume River (Huong River) - Learn about life of the Kings; their wives, concubines & eunuchs with local expert - Visiting the most famous, the Nicest and Oldest pagoda in Hue named Thien Mu - Learning about the importance of Buddhism to our local community in Vietnam - Visiting Best Royal Tombs of the Emperors to learn about Vietnamese Royalty.

We take dragon boat cruise in Perfume River (Hương River), that originates from the Truong Son Dong mountain range. The main stream is Ta Trach with a length of 67km, originating from the Truong Son Dong range, along the Bach Ma area to the northwest, through Nam Dong town. Then it merges with Huu Trach stream with a length of 60km in the North through Bang Lang junction. At the place where these two streams meet to form the Perfume River.

Also on the north shore of the Perfume River about 3km from the Imperial Citadel. You can get there by dragon boat along the Perfume River, or for those feeling more energetic, a pleasant bicycle ride. The Thien Mu Pagoda is regarded as the unofficial symbol of the former imperial capital. Today it is the home of the Austin Motor Vehicle which drove Thich Quang Duc to his self-immolation in Saigon in 1963 in protest against the Diem regime. It is still home to many monks and a holy site visited by many everyday.

Tomb of Minh Mang (also known as Minh Menh) also called Hieu Lang, built by Emperor Thieu Tri of the Nguyen Dynasty, is located on Cam Ke mountain, An Bang hamlet, Huong Tho commune, Hue city, province. Thua Thien Hue, near Bang Lang junction, is the confluence of two streams, Huu Trach and Ta Trach, forming the Perfume River, 12 km from the center of Hue city. Minh Mang Mausoleum was built from 1840 to 1843, when it was completed, it mobilized up to ten thousand workers and soldiers.

Tombs built from 1920 to 1931. This is the only one tomb of the Nguyen Emperors built with blended architecture of Vietnamese Buddhism, Hinduism and Roman. Also this is the only one tomb, where body of the Emperor was placed under neath of his tomb.

Built by King Tu Duc (1847 - 1883) for himself from 1864 - 1867. This was also place where King Tu Duc sometimes lived and worked when he was still alive. Tomb's area is about 12 Hecta including 2 seperated areas: Temple area and Burial area.

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

• Pagoda & 2 Tombs with Driver
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  Pagoda & Any 2 Tombs: You will visit Thien Mu Pagoda and choose any 2 royal tombs of Minh Mang, Khai Dinh and Tu Duc with driver only.
  Tour Guide is not included: available with surcharge of 39$/group (English speaking only).
  Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes: Time is flexible, and we do not limit sightseeing time!
  Private Car & Dragon Boat: we have 20 minutes Boat Trip to Thien Mu Pagoda, then take car with driver to Minh Mang Tomb & Khai Dinh Tomb or Tu Duc Tomb.
  Entry Ticket 150k/tomb: If you also visit Imperial City, we recommend Combo Ticket (valid 2 days) to visit Imperial City with 2 Tombs (420k/person).
  Pickup included
• Pagoda & 2 Tombs with Guide
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  Pagoda & Any 2 Tombs: You will visit Thien Mu Pagoda and choose any 2 royal tombs of Minh Mang, Khai Dinh and Tu Duc with English speaking guide.
  Tour Guide is included: English Speaking Tour Guide Only
  Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes: Trip takes about from 3.5 to 4 hours.
  Private Car & Dragon Boat: Boat to Pagoda, then continue by Car to Tombs of Minh Mang, Khai Dinh or Tu Duc, before tour guide drop you off to hotel.
  Entry Ticket 150k/tomb: If you also visit Imperial City, we recommend Combo Ticket (valid 2 days) to visit Imperial City with 2 Tombs (420k/person).
  Pickup included
• Boat with Motorbike and Driver
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  Tour Guide and Driver Included: We have driver to take you for the tour, you just need to sit behind. This option is not for children and pregnant women.
  Sightseeing Places to Visit: Tiger Arena, American Bunker, Thien Mu Pagoda, up to 3 tombs (choose from Gia Long, Minh Mang, Tu Duc, Dong Khanh, Khai Dinh)
  Duration: 5 hours: Duration of the trip is really depending on how many royal tombs you would like to visit on the tour.
  Scooter with Driver and Boat: our tour guide and driver will take you to visit countryside, sightseeing places, then 20 minutes on Dragon Boat back to city
  Entry Ticket is not included: 150k/tomb (Gia Long, Minh Mang, Tu Duc, Khai Dinh), 100k/other tomb. Combo Ticket is recomended if you also visit Citadel.
  Pickup included
• Pagoda & 1 Tomb with Driver
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  Pagoda & Any 1 Royal Tomb: You will visit Thien Mu Pagoda and choose any 1 royal tomb of Minh Mang or Khai Dinh or Tu Duc with driver only.
  Tour Guide is not included: available with surcharge of 35$/group (English speaking only).
  Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes: Time is flexible, and we do not limit sightseeing time!
  Private Car & Dragon Boat: we have 20 minutes Boat Trip to Pagoda, then take car with driver to Minh Mang Tomb or Khai Dinh Tomb or Tu Duc Tomb.
  Entry Ticket 150k/tomb: If you also visit Imperial City, we recommend Combo Ticket (valid 2 days) to visit Imperial City with 2 Tombs, or 3 Tombs.
  Pickup included
• Pagoda & 3 Tombs with Guide
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  Pagoda & 3 Royal Tombs: You will visit Thien Mu Pagoda and 3 best royal tombs of Minh Mang, Khai Dinh and Tu Duc with English speaking guide.
  Tour Guide is included: We have only informative English Speaking Tour Guide for the trip.
  Duration: 4 hours: Trip may take longer time, depending on how much time you like to spend in the sites for sightseeing and pictures.
  Private Car & Dragon Boat: Boat to Pagoda, then continue by Car to Tombs of Minh Mang, Khai Dinh & Tu Duc, before tour guide drop you off to hotel.
  Entry Ticket 150k/tomb: If you also visit Imperial City, we recommend Combo Ticket (valid 2 days) to visit Imperial City with 3 Tombs (530k/person).
  Pickup included
• Pagoda & 3 Tombs with Driver
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  Pagoda & 3 Royal Tombs: You will visit Thien Mu Pagoda and 3 royal tombs of Minh Mang, Khai Dinh and Tu Duc with driver only.
  Tour Guide is not included: available with surcharge of 39$/group (English speaking only).
  Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes: Time is flexible, and we do not limit sightseeing time!
  Private Car & Dragon Boat: we have 20 minutes Boat Cruise to Thien Mu Pagoda, then take private car with driver to Tombs Minh Mang, Khai Dinh & Tu Duc.
  Entry Ticket 150k/tomb: If you also visit Imperial City, we recommend Combo Ticket (valid 2 days) to visit Imperial City with 3 Tombs (530k/person).
  Pickup included

• Private Comfortable Air-conditioner Car or Mini Van
• Private English Speaking Guide (Depend on Options)
• Private Dragon Boat Cruise Trip on the Perfume River
• Motorbike with Helmet & Driver (Depend on Options)

• Tips/Gratuities for tour guide and driver if excellent service
• Tickets (150k/tomb or Combo Ticket if you also visit Citadel)
• Food, Drink and Anything not mentioned clearly on Itinerary

Please be advised..

• This Tour is Provided by Adventure Journey.
• 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 4.9 Stars based on 110 valid reviews on VIATOR.
• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.