Hue Royal Tombs Discovery With English-speaking driver Serenade of Nature: Peaceful Escapes in Hue
ID: GYG1421168-O-2266257
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País: Vietnam
Duração:
05:00 horas
Descrição
Discover the best of Hue on a customizable private city tour with an English-speaking driver. Explore the ancient Hue Imperial City, visit royal tombs, pagodas, incense villages,..
Begin your journey at the Khai Dinh Tomb, one of the most unique and striking imperial tombs of the Nguyen Dynasty. Located in Hue, Vietnam, this tomb is a fusion of traditional Oriental design with Western architectural influences, including Gothic, Romanesque, Indian, and Buddhist styles.
Perched on the slope of Chau Chu Mountain, the tomb complex is smaller in land area compared to others, but it compensates with intricate detail and vertical grandeur. Climb 127 stone steps to reach the main sanctuary.
Next, visit the Minh Mang Tomb, renowned as one of the most majestic, harmonious, and traditional imperial tombs of the Nguyen Dynasty in Hue. Unlike the eclectic European-influenced Khai Dinh Tomb, Minh Mang Tomb is built strictly in the traditional Vietnamese-Chinese style. All main structures—gates, courtyards, pavilions, and the burial mound—are aligned along a single 700-meter central axis (the Symmetrical Axis or Dthan Dao).
and lotus ponds, the entire area feels like a serene, expansive royal garden.
Then, head to the Tu Hieu Pagoda, one of the most serene, ancient, and historically significant Buddhist temples in Hue, famous for its association with the Nguyen Dynasty court as well as the global Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh. Founded in 1843 by Zen Master Nhat Dien, it was originally a small hut named Thao Am Duong Xuan.
According to legend, the master cared for his ailing mother here, walking miles to buy fish for her despite the Buddhist vegetarian tradition, demonstrating deep filial love. When Emperor Tu Duc learned of this story, he bestowed the name Tu Hieu (Tu meaning compassion, Hieu meaning filial piety).
Destaques
- Explore the royal city of Hue on a guided tour with a local guide
- Admire the world's largest tomb, the Khai Dinh Tomb
- Discover the Minh Mang Tomb, a traditional imperial tomb
- Visit the serene Tu Hieu Pagoda, nestled in a peaceful pine forest
- Learn about the Nguyen Dynasty and the city's rich history
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INFORMAÇÕES IMPORTANTES
The tour involves climbing 127 stone steps at Khai Dinh Tomb.
The tour includes visits to historical and cultural sites, so respectful attire is recommended.
The tour offers insights into the royal family, Buddhism, and cultural differences between the South and the North of Vietnam.
Note: This tour not include entrance tickets.
This is a private tour only for you with a tour guide.
Note that entrance tickets are not included:
Here are some tips for buying tickets in Hue:
1. Entrance ticket for I tomb (150.000 VND/ adult)
2. Combo tickets will be cheaper (420.000 VND/adult to the Imperial City with 2 Tombs) OR 530,000 VND/adult to the Imperial
City with 3 Tombs - Valid for 2 days.
3. To save time queuing at the ticket counter, please prepare cash in VND
INCLUÍDO
- Visit to Khai Dinh Tomb
- Visit to Minh Mang Tomb
- Visit to Tu Hieu Pagoda
- Visit to An Bang City of Tombs
- Local insights on royal family, Buddhism, and culture
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- English-speaking driver
- Bottled water
- Parking fees.
- Toll fees.
NÃO INCLUÍDO
- Entrance fees (Note : Cash only at
- Entrance of Royal tombs & Imperial city)
- Food and other drinks
- Tips
Quando devo reservar?
Para garantir a disponibilidade, reserve o mais cedo possível. A reserva antecipada vale a pena considerar especialmente se você estiver planejando a viagem durante a alta temporada, como feriados ou fins de semana.
Cancelamentos
Esta excursão você pode cancelar sem custo até 24 horas antes do início da viagem. Se você cancelar após 24 horas ou não comparecer à excursão, ainda será cobrado o preço total da atividade. Chegar atrasado na coleta ou partida será considerado como não comparecimento.
