All Inclusive Hue Private Tour
- 6 hours
- 5 languages
- Instant confirmation
- Private tour
Highlights
Begin a fascinating city tour of Hue, once the imperial capital of Vietnam. Start at the majestic Imperial Citadel, where the Nguyen Dynasty ruled from 1802 to 1945 you will fully appreciate its grandeur. Continue to the Tran Dinh Son Private Museum, home to a rare collection of royal daily-use items, offering unique insight into the lives of past emperors and how their descendants preserve family traditions today. Visit the iconic Thien Mu Pagoda, perched above the Perfume River. Built in 1601, its seven-tiered tower symbolizes the seven reincarnations of Buddha. Conclude the morning with a special lunch of Hue delicacies at the Former Home of Princess Ngoc Son, daughter of Emperor Dong Khanh. This well-preserved garden house, with its classical architecture, rock garden, and treasured artifacts, offers a rare glimpse into Hue’s royal heritage.
Inclusions
What's included
- Admission fee
- Lunch
- Air-conditioned vehicle
What's not
- Gratuities
Itinerary
After breakfast at hotel, depart from the hotel in Hue for a city tour of the ancient town. Start at the Imperial Citadel where the Nguyen Dynasty ruled between 1802 and 1945. From there, take a cyclo through Imperial City
Stop for a visit to Tran Dinh Son private museum with a collection of everyday items that past Kings have used. Learn how royal descendants are keeping the family’s traditions alive today. Continue to visit Thien Mu (Celestial Lady) Pagoda overlooking the Perfume River; constructed in 1601, the 21-meter-tall tower is the centerpiece of the pagoda and represents seven reincarnations of Buddha. In the grounds of the pagoda is the Austin car made famous when in 1963, a resident monk drove the vehicle to what was then Saigon to protest against the southern regime, the photo of his self-immortalization was captured and was one of the most well-known images of the war.
Then drive back to enjoy a lunch of traditional Hue specialties prepared by the family at their historical home while you unearth Hue’s fascinating past at Former Home of Princess Ngoc Son. Princess Ngoc Son was a daughter of Emperor Dong Khanh - when she married, her father granted her the land to build a home. Today, it is one of the best garden houses and has been maintained largely in its original form. The house is a classic structure with three bays and two wings. The highlight is a small artificial rock garden. The present owner also has a fascinating collection of artifacts and mementos from the days of the former Royal Empire
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Lux Travel Dmc Asia - Inspiring Journeys
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Hue
- Its from-price is 164% above the median of the 950 experiences we list in Hue.
- Its length is typical for the group.
About Hue
Hue, the old imperial capital of Vietnam, lines the Perfume River with a walled citadel, royal tombs and pagodas set among gardens and hills.
The Imperial City, inside the vast moated Citadel, was the seat of the Nguyen dynasty, Vietnam's last emperors. Its gates, palaces and temples, including the Noon Gate and the Hall of Supreme Harmony, form part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site, partly restored after heavy damage during the war.
Top-ranked sights in Hue: Hue Citadel (Dai Noi), Thien Mu Pagoda, Khai Dinh Tomb.
Special offers in Hue
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