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Imperial City, Hue: Tour from Hoi An and Da Nang

1. Imperial City, Hue: Tour from Hoi An and Da Nang

Travel back to the Nguyen Dynasty on a multi-stop tour from Hoi An and Da Nang to Hue. See the Imperial City, the Mausoleum of Emperor Khai Dinh, and the Thien Mu Pagoda. Get a taste of Hue cuisine during lunch at a local restaurant. Following pickup in Hoi An, the journey to Hue begins by crossing one of the best coastal roads in the world, the Hai Van Pass. Take advantage of a 30-minute stop at the peak and 5 minutes to take photos at Lang Co Beach.  After a final round of pickup in Da Nang, visit the Khai Dinh Tomb, a blend of Western and Eastern architecture constructed between 1920-1931. Then, enjoy lunch at a local specialty restaurant serving Hue-style dishes.  With a full stomach of local cuisine, continue to Hue’s main attraction, the Imperial Citadel. Once the home of the Nguyen Emperor, the citadel also contains the Forbidden Purple City. Explore Thien Mu Pagoda, Hue’s largest pagoda. Built in 1601, it is the subject of many local folk rhymes and is considered the unofficial symbol of Hue. Finish the day with drop-off back in Da Nang and Hoi An.

Hue: City Highlights Tour with Entry Tickets and Lunch

2. Hue: City Highlights Tour with Entry Tickets and Lunch

IN THE MORNING ● 08:00am: Our guide will pick up at hotel and start the full day Hue City Tour Day ● Dragon boat trip to Thien Mu pagoda – The oldest pagoda in Hue city. This seven – story pagoda was built in 1601 and witnessed different events that befell the yet it is still standing. Here you will have a chance to learn about the history of Vietnamese Buddhism and how important it is to our local community. ● Imperial Citadel – The home of Vietnam’s last royal dynasty – the Nguyen Dynasty. A complex of around 100 monuments in 520 hectares of the Nguyen Dynasty. It was the former working and private residence of 13 Emperors, concubines, and eunuchs. ● Dong Ba Market – the largest market in Hue City and is a popular destination for both locals and tourists alike. The market is located on the northern bank of the Perfume River and is considered to be the cultural and commercial hub of the city IN THE AFTERNOON ● 11:30 – 12:30: Have lunch at local restaurant with hue speciality dishes. ● Visiting Khai Dinh Tomb: the 12th Emperor of the Nguyen Dynasty and ruled from 1916 until his death in 1925. His tomb, which was completed in 1931, is a fusion of Western and Eastern architectural styles and is known for its intricate details and lavish decorations. ● Minh Mang Tomb: The tomb of Emperor Minh Mang (1791-1841) the 2nd King of Nguyen dynasty, famous for landscape and Oriental Architecture. ● Stop to visit Thuy Xuan incense village on the way back. It has been famous for its high-quality incense for over 400 years, and it is a great opportunity to witness how locals create these fragrant products. ● 4:30 – 5:00pm: We will finish the Hue City Tour.

Hue To Hoi An by Private Car via Hai Van Pass, Golden Bridge

3. Hue To Hoi An by Private Car via Hai Van Pass, Golden Bridge

Enjoy a private car ride from Hue to Hoi An with some sightseeing stops along the way. Stop at Lang Co beach to take in the views, visit a traditional fishing village, and see the Golden Bridge. Your driver will pick you up from your hotel or any other location in Hue. In your private car, you can explore the area's rural, coastal, and mountainous roads, and admire the breathtaking landscapes along the way. See Lap An Lagoon, situated against the backdrop of the magnificent Bach Ma mountain range. Admire this scenic place where the mountains meet the ocean. Watch the white clouds floating over the high mountain ranges. Next, stop at Lang Co Beach to take in the scenery. Enjoy a stunning panorama with a majestic mountain range on one side and the beach on the other and visit a traditional fishing village. After your stop at the beach, continue on to the Hai Van Pass. most stunning coastal roads in the world. Take in the thrill of driving its curves and zigzag roads while you drive a this scenic stretch between the mountains and the sea. Once you've crossed the pass, check out Da Nang's Golden Bridge. Located within the Ba Na Hills, this pedestrian bridge is supported by two giant hands and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and forests. Finally, see the Marble Mountains, consisting of a group of five hills made of limestone and marble, each representing one of the five elements of the earth. These mountains have a variety of caves, tunnels, and Buddhist sanctuaries to explore. Get dropped off at your hotel in the city center of Hoi An at the end of your tour.

Da Nang: Hue Imperial City and Hai Van Pass Small Group Tour

4. Da Nang: Hue Imperial City and Hai Van Pass Small Group Tour

This tour takes a trip to the decadent Imperial City of Hue, a well-preserved walled city. Hue is a must-see for those who love history, complete with its beautiful architecture and Insta-worthy photo stops. Your tour will start at Khai Dinh Tomb, a site that looks more like a palace than a grave. After an equally impressive visit to Thien Mu Pagoda, a five-tier temple built in the 1700s, is the highlight of this tour: the Imperial City. Throughout your experience there will be plenty of time to wander the many ancient temples, browse exhibits at the visitors center, and stroll elegant gardens. At the conclusion of your experience, you will be returned to your Da Nang accommodation.

Vietnam: eSIM Data Plan

5. Vietnam: eSIM Data Plan

Make your trip to Vietnam hassle-free with your convenient eSIM. Stay connected on your travels with high-speed coverage in Vietnam and upgrade for coverage in 10 countries, or 8 countries, including, Thailand, Singapore, and South Korea. Purchase and install your eSIM anytime and anywhere, and choose from a variety of data packages, validity options, and coverage in additional countries. Simply scan the eSIM QR code to access all your essential apps on your trip. Avoid the trouble of managing multiple SIMs with this zero-waste solution. Get one eSIM per device and top up by simply buying and activating additional eSIM plans as you go. Once activated, your coverage will begin according to your selected duration. Select 8 countries for coverage in Vietnam, Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Cambodia, Hong Kong, and South Korea. Select 10 countries for coverage in Vietnam, Thailand, China, Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, South Korea, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore. All iPhone models launched beyond iPhone XS can support eSIM. For Android, if you are unsure, please check with the guideline photo for eligibility. If you can not connect to the internet after installing this eSIM, please follow the Self Help Troubleshooting Guide in your GYG voucher. APN (Access Point Name): internet Local operator info: Vietnam: Viettel The rest of the countries is available in the voucher info on your GYG App after purchase

From Hue: Private Transfer to Hoi An & Sightseeing

6. From Hue: Private Transfer to Hoi An & Sightseeing

Take the hassle out of your journey from Hue to Hoi An with a private car transfer. You will be picked up from your hotel in Hue and dropped off in Hoi An at your desired location, with plenty of time for sightseeing on the way. Stop off at Lang Co beach, a popular tourist destination. This beautiful beach is situated on a lagoon, separated from the sea by the highway. Relax and enjoy some fresh seafood. Once you are back in the car, you will drive over the Hai Van (ocean cloud) pass along one of the world's most beautiful coastal roads. Enjoy incredible views along the series of hairpin turns, steep inclines, and breathtaking vistas.  Next you will see the Marble Mountains. This group of five limestone hills are named after five elements (fire, metal, earth, water, and wood). Thuy Son, the water mountain, is the largest of the five and boasts several caves, pagodas, and two viewpoints with spectacular views of Da Nang city. Afterwards, it is possible to visit the Museum of Cham Sculpture in Da Nang, to learn about this ancient art form (available upon request). Finally, you will be dropped off at a convenient location in Hoi An. 

Hue: Shuttle Bus to/from Hoi An or Da Nang

7. Hue: Shuttle Bus to/from Hoi An or Da Nang

Enjoy hassle-free travel between Hue, Hoi An, and Da Nang using a great value bus transfer. Choose from a 1-way service to each of these Central Vietnamese cities. Save yourself from navigating the public transportation system or hassling for ticket prices. Take comfort in the fact that all buses are air-conditioned and are regularly maintained to high-quality standards.

From Hoi An: Hue Imperial City and Hai Van Pass Tour

8. From Hoi An: Hue Imperial City and Hai Van Pass Tour

This well-preserved walled city is a must for those who love history, beautiful architecture, and Instagram-worthy photo opportunities. The day begins with a breathtaking journey from Hoi An through the Hai Van Pass. Once in Hue, the tour starts at Khai Dinh Tomb, a site that more closely resembles a palace than a grave. After visiting the equally impressive Thien Mu Pagoda, you enter the Hue Imperial City, known not only for its architecture, but for its beautiful landscaping. After the guided tour, try a delicious local lunch, wander the ancient temples, browse the visitors center, and stroll through the elegant gardens.

Hue: Private Transfer To/From Hoi An with Sightseeing

9. Hue: Private Transfer To/From Hoi An with Sightseeing

Ride in comfort in your own private car with an English-speaking driver on a 1-way transfer between the magical cities of Hue and Hoi An. Kick-off your 3-hour journey by meeting your guide directly in your hotel lobby, and head straight to the renowned Lang Co Beach with its 10-km white sand stretch, and cool, crystal blue waters. Relax here for as long as you wish, enjoying a traditional seafood lunch. Next, sit back and relax as you drive up to the iconic Hai Van Pass, dubbed "one of the best coastal roads in the world", where the panoramic views at the top will make your jaw drop. Snap a few pictures before you make your way to your next stop: the Son Tra Peninsula. Here, watch the waters of the East Sea from high above, and peek into Vietnam's war-torn past. Make sure to keep an eye out for the wild monkeys roaming around, and marvel at the tall bright white statue of the Bodhisattva, or Goddess, of Mercy. Finally, explore Marble Mountain with its cluster of five limestone and marble mountains dotted with grottos, temples, and fabulous viewpoints on your last stop before your driver drops you off at your hotel.

Hoi An: Transfer to Hue Private car

10. Hoi An: Transfer to Hue Private car

Hoi An to Hue by private car is the best way to travel to Hue on the Unesco World Heritage road. You will get the opportunity to stop at breathtaking sights such as Marble Mountains, Hai Van Pass, Lang Co Beach, and Lap An lagoon with a basic English-speaking driver. The nonstop transport from Hoi An to Hue by private car will take approximately 3 hours (the distance between Hoi An and Hue is about 140 kilometers). However, be worthwhile to make a pit stop at the most magnificent attractions to soak in the scenery and take some great photographs (takes about 4 to 5 hours). Along the way, we will visit some famous attractions such as: -Marble Mountains - a cluster of 5 lime and marble mountains that represent 5 basic elements to create the Universe. Enjoy the fabulous views and wonderful Buddha statues in the beautiful caves. You will be amazed by Nature's creation. -Hai Van pass is the most challenging TopGear road in Vietnam with fabulous panoramic views of Hue and Da Nang. -Lang Co beach is located in Lang Co Bay, which is considered the world's most beautiful bay. Our courteous driver will pull over to the appropriate pass-foot for you to take panoramic photos. -Lap An Lagoon – a brackish lagoon with 800 square hectares, fresh oyster farms, and a rustic fishing village. After stopping at all of the attractions along the way, the knowledgeable driver will drop you off at your Hue city homestay or hotel.

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Overall rating

4.9 / 5

based on 31 reviews

I am so glad that we booked this tour - Nhung was a great tour guide, she was very helpful and informative as well as answering all questions we had. The tour itself was a good pace and we really enjoyed seeing Hue and the historical sights. Nhung had lots of interesting information to give us. We were very tired because we didn’t sleep well, so sorry that we couldn’t be more talkative! But we loved listening :) Everything was on time and the driver was also very kind and helpful. I would recommend anyone to go on this tour to Hue. Thanks Nhung!

Our guide Tri was amazing. Went nice and slow for us. Had rain gear for when it lashed out of the heavens and he had great English which really helped. He explained everything as we went along. Lovely lunch by the sea. Highly highly recommend this tour Make sure to ask for Tri he was a great.

Our tour with Taun was great! He always had the driver ready for us which was great on a rainy cold day. He took lots of pictures for us and gave us a great tour of his home city. He helped us negotiate during our market tour and was a wealth of historical knowledge of the area.

Had a really lovely time. Long and his crew really made us feel safe and taken care of. They drive slowly so that passengers feel assured despite the chaos of Vietnam roads, and fit my check in luggage easily in the motorbike. Lunch was phenomenal. Can’t say enough good things!

We liked the tour very much, our guide spoke excellent english and was very nice and helpful. Great way to see/learn a lot in a relatively short time.