Demilitarized zone tour from Hue
- 10 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Embark on a historical journey delving into the Vietnam-USA war period from 1954 to 1975. Explore the charming region, adorned with lush forests and scenic mountain ranges, and truly immerse yourself in the country's rich culture. As you travel, take in the sights and sounds of this fascinating region and discover how the Geneva Conference on July 21, 1954, acknowledged the 17th parallel as a "provisional military demarcation line," dividing Vietnam temporarily into two states. Don't miss out on this exciting and informative adventure, and book our tour today.
Inclusions
What's included
- Entrance fees
- Hotel pick-up and return by van
- English speaking guide (other language available on request with surcharge)
- Lunch, Bottled water
What's not
- Gratuity
- Personal expenses
Itinerary
• Dong Ha Town used to be a strategically important location of U.S. Marine Combat Base, as an outpost to provide surveillance of troop movements across the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ).
• Ho Chi Minh trail: was a logistical system that ran from the North Vietnam to the South Vietnam crossing through the neighboring kingdoms of Laos and Cambodia.
a base for American long – range artillery nearby
• Khe Sanh combat base: is a valley surrounded entirely by rolling mountains and forest, was one of the most controversial battles – of the American War.
• Doc Mieu base - one part of an elaborate electronic system (McNamara’s wall) intended to prevent infiltration across the DMZ.
Hien Luong bridge is known as the "Peace Bridge", a beam bridge built from steel by the French in 1950. Ben Hai river: an important landmark in the partition of the country into a northern and a southern zone along the 17th parallel by the Geneva Accords of 1954.
• Vinh Moc tunnels: The complex of tunnel, located deep in the Vietnamese Demilitarized Zone, including wells, kitchens, rooms for each family and spaces for healthcare.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Indochina Unique Tourist
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Any hotel out of the hotel pick up area, please contact us for extra surcharge. Thank you.
- Infant seats unavailable
- Minimum 02 passengers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
- No public transportation nearby
How it compares in Hue
- Its from-price is 85% above the median of the 371 day trips we list in Hue.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 142 of 371.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
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.
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