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A historic building with ornate architecture and red doors. 1
A staircase leading to a tower with a spiral staircase. 2
A traditional Chinese building with a tiled roof, a stone bridge, and a calm water body in the foreground. 3
A group of people standing in front of a large, ornate gate with steps leading up to it. 4
A group of people dining on a boat with a table set for a meal. 5
By Brothers Travel

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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$32 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

  • We offer 4 following options, please check the option description when booking.

    1. Full Day Tour with Entry ticket
    2. Full Day Tour without Entry ticket
    3. Half Day Morning-Entry Ticket (Citadel - Ancient Garden House - Thien Mu Pagoda - Lunch on Dragon boat)
    4. Half Day Afternoon-Entry Ticket (Incense Village - Tu Duc Tomb - Vong Canh Hill - Khai Dinh Tomb)

    Highlights of Full Day Tour:

    Pick-up is available only at hotels or locations around Hue city centre.

    Explore the Imperial City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with a guide

    Visit the Thien Mu Pagoda, the most sacred temple in Central Vietnam

    Enjoy a dragon boat ride on the Perfume River and a traditional lunch

    Visit the Tu Duc tomb to admire the architecture and picturesque landscape

    Spend time breathing the fresh air and enjoying the view of the Perfume River by the dreamy pine hill

    Make a stop at Khai Dinh Tomb, a blend of East and West architecture

Activity location

  • Hue Imperial City (The Citadel)
    • Hue, Vietnam

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 49 Lê Lợi
    • 49 Lê Lợi
    • 84234, Thành phố Huế, Huế, Vietnam

Check availability

Full Day Without Entry Ticket

  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English

Full Day : Citadel -Garden House -Pagoda -Lunch -Incense Village -Tu Duc Tomb -Vong Canh Hill -Khai Dinh Tomb
NOT INCLUDED: Entry Ticket
Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:00 AM
Price details
NZ$32.05 x 1 AdultNZ$32.05
Total
Price is NZ$32.05
Until Mon, 5 Oct

Half Day Morning EntryTicket

  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English

Half Day Morning Tour: Start - Citadel - Ancient Garden House - Thien Mu Pagoda - Lunch on Dragon Boat - Finish
Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:00 AM
Price details
NZ$46.30 x 1 AdultNZ$46.30
Total
Price is NZ$46.30
Until Mon, 5 Oct

Half Day Afternoon EntryTicket

  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English

Half Day Afternoon Tour: Start - Incense Village - Tu Duc Tomb - Vong Canh Hill - Khai Dinh Tomb - Finish
**NOT INCLUDED: Lunch, Dragon Boat
Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 12:30 PM
Price details
NZ$48.08 x 1 AdultNZ$48.08
Total
Price is NZ$48.08
Until Mon, 5 Oct

Full Tour With Entry Tickets

  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:00 AM
Price details
NZ$73.01 x 1 AdultNZ$73.01
Total
Price is NZ$73.01
Until Mon, 5 Oct

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    1 bottled water/person
  • Inclusions
    Entrance fee
  • Inclusions
    Lunch
  • Inclusions
    Pick-up is available only at hotels or locations around Hue city centre.
  • Inclusions
    Dragon boat
  • Inclusions
    English speaking tour guide
  • Inclusions
    Travel Insurance
  • Exclusions
    Personal expense

Know before you book

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Hue Imperial City (The Citadel)

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Start your day with the Imperial City. Built in 1802 by the first king of Vietnam’s last feudal dynasty, the citadel was the living and working place of 13 Nguyen Dynasty kings. As you walk through the majestic gates, you’ll explore the Royal City, the Forbidden Purple City, and various areas that once served as the political and cultural heart of the Nguyen court. The intricate carvings, golden roofs, and dragon-shaped ornaments bring you back to the grandeur of imperial Vietnam.

Mandarin Coffee & Restaurant

  • 25m
  • Admission ticket included
Visit the Ancient Hue Garden House and explore the unique architecture and feng shui. Delve into the historical value of the residence and workplace of the Nguyen Dynasty’s officials.

Thien Mu Pagoda

  • 30m
Proceed to the Thien Mu Pagoda, one of the most sacred ancient pagoda in Central Vietnam. Explore the beautiful architectural works and listen to the history and mystical spiritual stories of the pagoda.

Perfume River

  • 40m
After the morning tour, board a dragon boat and sail down the Perfume River. Be immersed in the charming scenery and indulge in the traditional lunch of Hue.

Thuy Xuan

  • 30m
After lunch, continue to the Thuy Xuan Conical Hat and Incense Village. Witness the radiant beauty of meticulously and skilfully displayed incense bundles lining both sides of the streets.

Tomb of Tu Duc

  • 50m
  • Admission ticket included
Next, visit the Tu Duc Tomb, renowned as one of the most beautiful works of the Nguyen Dynasty. With its refined architecture and picturesque landscape, the tomb was constructed to resonate with the romantic, dreamy yet profound and sagacious soul of this king.

Vong Canh Hill

  • 20m
Visit Vong Canh Hill, a favoured spot for the Nguyen Kings to rest and enjoy the view. Known for its perfect beauty combining the mountains and rivers of romantic Hue, it is a great destination for relaxing.

Mausoleum of Emperor Khai Dinh

  • 40m
  • Admission ticket included
Continue to the Khai Dinh Tomb, situated on Chau Chu mountain. Although the tomb is smaller in size compared to the tombs of other kings, it is meticulously crafted, blending the exquisite architecture and culture of both East and West.

Location

Activity location

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    Hue Imperial City (The Citadel)
    • Hue, Vietnam

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    49 Lê Lợi
    • 49 Lê Lợi
    • 84234, Thành phố Huế, Huế, Vietnam

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