Discover the Timeless Beauty of Hue: Perfume River Cruise, Ancient Pagoda, Imperial Citadel & Majestic Royal Tombs
Discover the Timeless Beauty of Hue: Perfume River Cruise, Ancient Pagoda, Imperial Citadel & Majestic Royal Tombs
Hue City Full Day Tour
- Mini van & dragon boat transfers
- Professional English-speaking tour guide
- Entrance tickets
- Traditional Vietnamese lunch with royal tea
- Herbal foot soak after lunch
- 2 bottles of mineral water per person/day
- Personal expenses & services not mentioned above
- Travel insurance
- Tips & gratuities for guide and driver
- The voucher must be redeemed on the selected date and within operating hours; Invalid after expiration
- Designated handling fee
From
Highlights
- Scenic dragon boat ride on the Perfume River
- Visit to Thien Mu Pagoda, Hue’s oldest and most iconic pagoda
- Exploration of the Imperial Citadel, home of Vietnam’s last royal dynasty
- Stroll through Dong Ba Market, the city’s largest traditional market
- Relaxing lunch with Hue’s traditional dishes, royal tea, and herbal foot soaking
- Discover two contrasting royal tombs: Minh Mang (traditional architecture) and Khai Dinh (French-influenced design)
- Visit Thuy Xuan village to learn traditional conical hat and incense-making
- Professional English-speaking guide with deep knowledge of Hue’s history and culture
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
This journey offers an immersive blend of culture, history, and local life.
Glide along the Perfume River on a dragon boat, marvel at the oldest pagoda in
Hue, step inside the Citadel to uncover the royal family’s daily life, and
shop at the bustling Dong Ba Market. After a delightful traditional lunch with
royal tea and herbal foot soaking, explore the contrasting styles of Minh Mang
and Khai Dinh Tombs before visiting Thuy Xuan conical hat village for a
colorful cultural encounter. By the end of the day, you will have experienced
the soul of Hue - its history, flavors, traditions, and people.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Duration: 8 hours 30 minutes
Pick-up & Drop-off: Service applies to hotels located in Hue city center.
Guests staying outside this area may be asked to meet at a designated point or
pay a surcharge.
Clothing: Modest and respectful clothing is required when visiting pagodas,
royal tombs, and the Imperial Citadel. Comfortable walking shoes or sandals
are highly recommended as the tour involves walking and climbing steps.
Weather: Bring a hat, umbrella, or light raincoat depending on the season. Hue
weather can be unpredictable, especially from September to December.
Dietary Requirements: Lunch is served with traditional Hue cuisine. Please
inform us in advance if you have vegetarian requests or food allergies.
Dragon Boat Ride: Depending on weather and river conditions, the dragon boat
trip may be replaced by car transfer without prior notice.
Itinerary
08:00
Pick-up at your hotel. Begin with a dragon boat trip along the Perfume River, enjoying the fresh air and scenic views on the way to Thien Mu Pagoda, Hue’s oldest pagoda.Morning: Continue by car to the Imperial Citadel, where you’ll explore the royal living, working, and worship areas of the Nguyen Dynasty. Stop at Dong Ba Market before enjoying a traditional lunch at My Home Restaurant, including royal tea and a herbal foot soak.
Afternoon: Visit Minh Mang Tomb with its serene traditional architecture and Khai Dinh Tomb, a striking blend of Vietnamese and French styles. Next, explore Thuy Xuan Village, famous for conical hat-making and colorful incense sticks. Great opportunities for unique photos.
4:30 PM: Return to your hotel in Hue. Tour ends.
Additional information
In case of operator cancellation due to unforeseen circumstances (e.g. extreme weather, safety concerns), guests may choose a full refund or reschedule at no extra cost.
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USD 51.84
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