Hue: Imperial City, Perfume River Cruise, & Tombs Tour

Explore Hue's Imperial City, cruise the Perfume River, and visit royal tombs. Enjoy a traditional lunch and experience the city's rich history and culture on this guided tour.
Begin your day with a pickup from your hotel in Hue. Head to the Hue Imperial City (Dai Noi Hue), once the heart of power for the Nguyen Dynasty (1802 - 1945). With your expert guide, explore the Imperial Citadel and Forbidden Purple City, marveling at unique royal architecture and delving into the glorious history of Vietnam's last feudal dynasty.

After approximately two hours of walking, your vehicle will take you to the boat pier. Here, board a traditional dragon boat for a scenic cruise along the poetic Perfume River to Thien Mu Pagoda. This ancient pagoda, featuring its famous 7-story Phoc Duyen Tower, stands as a sacred symbol of Hue. Your guide will share captivating stories about the pagoda's origins and its significant role in Central Vietnamese Buddhism.

Next, visit a traditional Hue garden house. This characteristic cultural space offers a deep insight into the architecture, lifestyle, and harmonious relationship between people and nature in the old capital.

Enjoy lunch featuring Hue specialties at a carefully selected local restaurant. Discuss and choose tailored menu options that suit your preferences immediately after receiving your booking.

After lunch, your driver and guide will take you to Vong Canh Hill. From this spot, admire Perfume River and enjoy Hue salt coffee in a romantic, peaceful setting.

Next, visit Minh Mang Tomb, the mausoleum of the second Nguyen Emperor. Witness the perfect harmony of architecture, feng shui, and stunning natural landscapes at this majestic site.

Finally, visit Khai Dinh Tomb. This is a truly unique architectural masterpiece, showcasing an exquisite blend of classical East Asian and European styles, reflecting the cultural transformations during Emperor Khai Dinh's reign.

Conclude your day with a drop-off back at your hotel.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.