Full-Day DMZ & Phong Nha Cave Tour | History & Nature Experience | 1 Day | Departure from Hue

Full-Day DMZ & Phong Nha Cave Tour | History & Nature Experience | 1 Day | Departure from Hue

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31 Jan
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Join a shared group tour to explore La Vang Church, Hien Luong Bridge, Quang Tri Citadel, and the stunning Phong Nha Cave with an expert local guide.


Includes
  • Attraction tickets
  • Insurance
  • Lunch
  • Bottled water
  • Driver
  • Guided tour

Excludes
  • Tips
  • Personal expenses

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  • The voucher must be redeemed on the selected date and within operating hours; Invalid after expiration

Cancellation Policy
  • Designated handling fee

From

MYR 263.33

Highlights

  • Join a group tour exploring La Vang Sanctuary and its historical spiritual stories.
  • Walk along the symbolic Hien Luong Bridge at the former border between North and South Vietnam.
  • Learn about the resilience of Vietnamese soldiers at the Quang Tri Ancient Citadel.
  • Cruise into Phong Nha Cave and admire its spectacular underground landscapes.
  • Travel with a knowledgeable guide who connects historical events with unforgettable storytelling.

What to Expect:


Embark on a full-day journey from Hue to explore both historical and natural
wonders. Visit La Vang Sanctuary, Hien Luong Bridge at the 17th Parallel, and
Quang Tri Ancient Citadel—key sites that reflect Vietnam’s wartime history.
Continue to Phong Nha for a scenic boat ride into the breathtaking Phong Nha
Cave. Throughout the tour, an experienced guide will share meaningful stories
that deepen your understanding of the region’s past and beauty.


Important Information:


  • Pick-up time / Meeting time: 04:30–06:30 AM
  • Pick-up point / Meeting point: Hotels in Hue City
  • Duration: Approximately 1 day

Note: This is a group tour. Please select the correct hotel and be ready in
the lobby 10 minutes before pick-up time.

Itinerary

  • 06:00

    The guide and vehicle will pick you up at the center of Hue City. Begin the journey north along National Highway 1A toward the DMZ – the former Demilitarized Zone that divided Vietnam for over 20 years.
  • 07:00

    Stop at La Vang, a major Catholic pilgrimage site in Vietnam, believed to be the place where the Virgin Mary appeared in the late 18th century during a time of religious persecution under King Canh Thinh (Tay Son Dynasty).
  • 07:40

    Continue the journey to Quang Tri Ancient Citadel, this was the site of the fierce 81-day battle in the summer of 1972 between the Liberation Army of South Vietnam and the Army of the Republic of Vietnam. Now a memorial cemetery, it is the final resting place of thousands of unidentified soldiers – a solemn symbol of sacrifice and loss during wartime.
  • 08:00

    On the Hien Luong Bridge – 17th Parallel tour, visitors will explore the historic site that once marked the temporary division between North and South Vietnam under the 1954 Geneva Accords. The bridge witnessed intense psychological warfare, including propaganda loudspeakers, flagpole height contests, and even competing bridge colors. Guests can also see symbolic relics such as the white demarcation line, dual flagpoles, and the war museum, offering a deeper understanding of this divided era.
  • 10:00

    Transfer to Phong Nha via the Western Branch of the Ho Chi Minh Trail On the way, your guide will share stories about the legendary Ho Chi Minh Trail – the vital supply route for food and weapons from North to South during the American War.
  • 12:00

    Lunch at a local restaurant in Phong Nha - Enjoy a meal and rest before the cave exploration.
  • 13:30

    Recognized by UNESCO as a World Natural Heritage Site, Phong Nha Cave is famous for its longest underground river in Southeast Asia, its breathtaking stalactite and stalagmite systems formed over millions of years, and its role as a shelter and supply base for the Liberation Army during the war. You’ll board a motorized boat along the Son River and travel 1.5 km into the cave, where your guide will share fascinating insights into its geology, formation, and historical importance.
  • 16:00

    End of Tour Guests will be transferred to one of the following locations: • Dong Hoi – city center, train station, or airport • Phong Nha – for those staying overnight • Or return to Hue upon request

Additional information

Reminders
A minimum of 4 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 1 day(s) before the departure date
In case of delays caused by traffic, weather, or other force majeure factors resulting in the cancellation of some itinerary attractions, please contact customer service. We will arrange a partial refund for you
In the event of inclement weather such as typhoons or snowstorms, a decision on whether to cancel the tour will be made 1 day(s) before departure (local time 20:00). Notifications will then be sent via email
Please arrive at the designated location 10 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
Children under 2 years old are free of charge (only a surcharge of 200,000 VND applies).
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