Hop onto the bus outside your hotel in Hue. Stop off at Than Toan Bridge, and admire the famous glazed tiles. Check out the pristine sand at Lang Co Beach. Head to the Hai Van Pass to see the Troung Son Mountains. Then, see the Marble Mountains and arrive at Hoi An Town in the afternoon. Wait at the reception, then get on the bus outside your hotel in Hue between 8:00 AM and 8:30 AM. First, stop at Thanh Toan Bridge, a historic landmark and tourist attraction that was built over 200 years ago. Admire the tiled roof of this bridge and the wooden pillars. Next, visit Lang Co Beach, famous for its golden sands and crystal-clear waters. Admire the lush green mountains in this calm and peaceful environment. After this, drive to the Hai Van Pass in the Troung Son Mountains, known for its steep inclines and hairpin turns. Spend a bit of time here. Following this, continue to the Marble Mountains, also known as Ngu Hanh Son. Appreciate the view of these 5 limestone and marble hills in Da Nang. These mountains are named after the five elements, Kim (gold), Thuy (water), Moc (wood), Hoa (fire), and Tho (earth). Get back on the bus. Finally, arrive at Hoi An Town at around 2:00 PM. Note: Some roads in Hoi An are blocked in one direction and some roads are prohibited for vehicles with 35 seats, so there will be a few hotels where we cannot take you to the place. Thank you and regards

Agreed Time: Our Friendly & Informative Tour Guide will pick you up at 4 Holy Cannons of Ngan Gate of the Citadel (Cửa Ngăn) for Hue Imperial City Walking Tour. Today, we will have about 2.5 hours walking in the Hue Imperial Citadel to learn about History of Hue and Vietnamese Royal Culture with: Nine Holy Cannons (Cửu Vị Thần Công): 9 cannons that Hue artisans cast in Gia Long's second year (1803). Nine cannons are considered as one of the most valuable bronze works of art. The ancient nine cannons were placed at the foot of the Imperial Citadel, at the entrance of the Ngo Mon Gate - the imperial city of Hue. During the reign of King Khai Dinh, they were relocated to their current position. Noon Gate (South Gate - Ngọ Môn Huế): Built in 1833 in the traditional Vietnamese style under the rule of King Minh Mang and used by the Kings for troop movements and ceremonies. Flag Tower (Kỳ Đài Huế): an architectural monument of the Nguyen Dynasty located in the middle of the south face of Hue citadel within the Nam Chanh fortress which is also the place to hang the flag of the royal court. Supreme Hamorny Palace (Điện Thái Hòa): This Palace is located in the Imperial City area of Hue citadel, which is the coronation place of 13 Nguyen kings from Gia Long to Bao Dai. In feudal regimes, this palace was considered the center of the country. Nine Dynastic Urns (Cửu Đỉnh Huế): These are nine bronze urns, located in front of The Mieu Temple in Hue Imperial Citadel. The Nine Peaks was commissioned by Emperor Minh Mang in the winter of 1835 and inaugurated on March 1, 1837. The Mieu Temple (Thế Miếu Huế): The Mieu also called The To Mieu built in 1821 by Second Kings of the Nguyen Dynasty - Minh Mang. This is a temple to worship 10 Kings of the Nguyen Dynasty. Dien Tho Palace (Cung Diên Thọ): Dien Tho Palace is a system of palace architecture in Hue Imperial Citadel, the residence of the Queen Mothers. Located in the west of the Forbidden City, north of Phung Tien Palace and south of Truong Sanh Palace, Dien Tho Palace is considered to be the largest scale palace architecture system remaining in Hue. Forbidden Purple City (Tử Cấm Thành Huế): The Forbidden Purple City belongs to a complex of the ancient capital of Hue, which is the center of daily life of the Kings, their Queens, Minor Wives and Cocubines of the Nguyen's Emperors. The Forbidden City is located behind the Thai Hoa palace, was first built by King Gia Long (1804). In the third year of Minh Mang's reign (1822), the king changed the name into Forbidden Purple City. After Hue Forbidden Purple City, our local guide will say good bye to you, and we finish our fantastic Hue Imperial City Walking Tour. You can have your own time to discover more about life of locals in the area of Hue Citadel.

If you prefer not to join a group tour, Hue City Tour By Private Car is the ideal option for exploring the famous attractions of Hue. Book our Hue Private Car with a basic English-speaking driver and take charge of your own time, visiting all the Hue relics at your convenience. Thanh Toan Bridge Thanh Toàn is a small village located 8km from Hue city center to the south direction. Because of the short distance, the village can be reached easily in many ways such as biking, motorcycle riding, car or even cyclo. The village still maintains green rice fields and vegetable gardens which give tourists a peaceful feeling when coming here. Tomb of Minh Mang Came here as part of a tour that it that this emperor 14 years to find the spot where he wanted his tomb to be built. It's said that all original buildings were destroyed in the war and had to be rebuilt Hue Imperial City (The Citadel) As a massive work with high architectural value, Hue Citadel was built over a period of nearly 30 years - started in 1804 under the reign of King Gia Long and completed in 1833 under King Ming Mang. The construction is a unique combination of traditional Vietnamese architecture, Oriental philosophical ideology, and Yin-yang theory, influenced by a type of Western military architecture called Vauban. Thien Mu Pagoda For visitors, this Buddhist site has the grand, ancient architecture to marvel at and photograph. Its long history (from the 17th century) allows us to learn a lot about what happened in the site, city, and country in the past. Thanks to the hilltop location, one of the best spots to view the Perfume River is here, especially during the sunset every afternoon. Dong Ba Market is the Biggest and Oldest Market in Hue City. Under King Gia Long, it was located outside Chanh Chanh Gate (Dong Ba Gate) of Hue Citadel. Tomb of Tu Duc Emperor Tomb of Tu Duc is located in a narrow valley of Duong Xuan Thuong village (currently Thuong Ba village, Thuy Xuan commune, Hue city). It was the place where he could retreat from the Citadel to compose poetry or go hunting because the monument was finished when the king was still in reign. Visit Thuy Xuan incense village. This is where you can learn about the incense making process, experience making incense with the people, as well as check-in with the beautiful colorful space. Drop off at hotel Hue and Hue center.

Agreed Time: Our experienced and friendly driver will pick you up from your hotel in city center to depart for Private Car Transfer Hue to/from Hoi An or Da Nang. Today, you can choose to have direct transfer or choose some options with stops for sightseeing tour on the Best Coastal Scenic Route in Central Vietnam: 1 - My Son Sanctuary: located about 40km from Hoi An Ancient Town and constructed between the 4th and 14th century by Cham people to worship Shiva, Vishnu, Brama and some other Gods and Goddess of Hinduism. 2- Ba Na Hills is a hill station and resort located in the Truong Son Mountains west of the city of Da Nang, in central Vietnam. The station, advertised as "Da Lat of Danang province" by local tourism authorities, was founded in 1919 by French colonists. Linh Ung Pagoda is situated near the station, with a cable car nearby to tourists and from the resort. The Ba Na Cable Car, opened on March 29, 2013, holds the world record for the longest non-stop single track cable car at 5801 meters in length. Its latest tourist attraction is the Golden Hand Bridge Danang. 3 - Marble Mountain: All of the mountains have cave entrances and numerous tunnels, and it is possible to climb to the summit of Thuy Mount (Water Mount). Several Buddhist sanctuaries can also be found within the caves, making this a famous tourist site. This area is also famous for stone sculpture making village and stone-cutting crafts in the foot of the mountain. 4 - Linh Ung Pagoda on Monkey Mountain (Vietnamese: Chùa Linh Ứng Bãi Bụt): also known as Lady Buddha Pagoda in Da Nang is one of the three most famous Linh Ung Pagodas in Da Nang. Not only famous for its sacred spiritual culture, but also known as a famous Tourist Destination of Son Tra Peninsula. Possessing a prime location, unique architecture, plus the beauty of the charming countryside make any visitor super-heartened every time they visit. 5 - Hai Van pass: This is well known as Cloudy Pass, the most scenic hillside roads in Vietnam where you can overlook the mountain, sky, and ocean. This is a pass just north of Danang city with recent historic significance. 6 - Lang Co bay: Lang Co bay is known as Village of the Storks located in central of Vietnam and at the bottom of Hai Van Pass which defines two different climatic zones. This is also recognized as one of the most World beautiful Bays. 7 - Lap An Lagoon: Lap An lagoon is a small attractive lagoon with a turquoise mountain on one side and 10 km of beachfront on the other. If you arrive here on lunch time, try tasty seafood and see the landscape beside the local restaurant and fishing village. 8 - An Bang Cemetery: Tombs City of Ghosts is located in An Bang Village, Phu Vang district of Thua Thien Hue province in Central Vietnam. This cemetery with hundreds of huge, colored tombs/mausoleums of all shapes. An Bang is a tranquil village near Thuan An Beach, about 35 kilometers East of Hue City. Therefore, the local people call it City of Ghosts.

The friendly driver will pick you up from your hotel lobby to begin your day tour of Hue. Visit Thanh Toan Bridge, a wooden arched bridge with a tiled roof and unique architecture. Then, move on to the Khai Dinh Tomb, also known as Ung Lang Tomb, to appreciate its unique architecture that blends both modern European and Vietnamese influences. Next, you will see Minh Mang tomb, located in La Khe Bai Village, Huong Tho commune. The solemn and quiet architecture set in a poetic landscape demonstrates both the Emperor's strict nature and deep beliefs. Afterwards you will head to Hue's most famous attraction, Hue Citadel. Visit this imperial palace to learn more about the history of the Nguyen dynasty. After this you will go to the Thien Mu Pagoda - the oldest pagoda in Hue - located on the banks of the Perfume River. Finally, you will get to ride on the dragon boat and cruise back along the Perfume River for about 40 minutes to reach the city center. Then, your driver will meet you at the boat station and transfer you back to your hotel in Hue.

Hue Countryside Tour by Private Car Exploring the Hue countryside tour by private car is an excellent way to discover the hidden gems of this historic city. With a private car, you can travel at your own pace and visit places that are off the beaten path. Panoramic views from Vong Canh Hill: This hill offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Perfume River and surrounding countryside. It’s a great spot for taking photos and enjoying the peaceful scenery. Exploring Thanh Toan Bridge: This historic bridge is over 200 years old and is one of the most beautiful bridges in Vietnam. It is a great spot for taking photos and learning about the local culture. Walk through the Ru Cha Primeval Mangrove Forest: This protected forest is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including birds, fish, and crabs. With a private car, you can take a walk through the forest and learn about its ecology and conservation efforts. Boat ride on Tam Giang Lagoon: Take a boat trip and join local people to go fishing for the day while enjoying the natural vibe of this gorgeous lagoon. Spend time wandering along the place admiring the spontaneous view in the late afternoon Enjoy some specialties such as shrimp and cuttle-fish Take some pictures with a sparkling view Local food and culture: With a private car, you’ll have the flexibility to stop at local markets and villages to sample traditional Hue cuisine and learn about culture and way of life. Menu Lunch - Squid/shrimp/fried meat - Orca fish pancakes Drop off at Hue Hotel and Hue Center

9:00 am: Our driver will pick you up at your hotel by motorbike to start the tour. Explore the rice fields, some family temples, local markets and Thanh Toan bridge Relax and have some refreshments. 10:30 am: Go to the small Farm garden to join Hue Cooking Class with two special dishes in Hue: Va Tron Tom Thit (Fig Salad with shrimp and pork) and Nem Ran (Fried Spring Rolls) Enjoy what you have just cooked and also enjoy some more food like Vietnamese daily meals: white rice, fried vegetables with garlic, soup, braised chicken with lemongrass and chili and fruit for dessert.  13h00: Our motorbike driver will return you to your hotel and finish the tour.

Day 1: Hanoi Arrival (-) Day 2: Hanoi City Tour (B, L) Day 3: Hanoi – Bai Tu Long Bay (B/L/D) Day 4: Bai Tu Long Bay - Hanoi (B/L) Day 5: Hanoi - Flight to Hue (B) Day 6: Hue City Tour - Group tour (B/L) Day 7: My Son Sanctuary – Hoi An City Tour - Group Tour (B/L) Day 8: Hoi An – Ho Chi Minh (B) Day 9: Ho Chi Minh City Tour – Cu Chi Tunnel (B/L) Day 10: Ho Chi Minh City – Mekong Delta (B/L) Day 11: Cai Rang floating market – Ho Chi Minh City – Group tour (B/L) Day 12: Ho Chi Minh Departure (B)