Hoi An: Imperial Hue And Hai Van Pass Full-day Tour
- 11 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Embark on a captivating journey to Hue, starting with a scenic drive over Hai Van Pass. Explore the historic Citadel, home to the Imperial City and Forbidden Purple City, showcasing Vietnam's rich heritage. Enjoy a tranquil boat trip on the Perfume River, stopping at the historic Thien Mu Pagoda, and conclude with a visit to the serene Khai Dinh Royal Tomb, harmoniously set in nature. Experience Highlights: Hai Van Pass: Experience stunning views and explore historical war bunkers. Imperial City: Uncover the rich history and architecture of Hue's Citadel. Thien Mu Pagoda: Visit a significant Buddhist monastery with a poignant past. Khai Dinh Royal Tomb: Admire the exquisite design and feng shui principles
Inclusions
What's included
- Travel insurance
- Bottled drinking water
- Entrance fees
- Lunch
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Hoi An City Center
- Boat trip in Huong River
- English speaking guides (other languages available upon request with surcharge)
What's not
- Personal expenses such as: shopping, telephone, beverage, etc.
- Tips and gratuities
Itinerary
Begin your journey to Hue, traveling along the northern coast of Da Nang and making a stop at the top of Hai Van Pass to explore the remnants of war bunkers.
Upon arrival in Hue, we will visit the Citadel, the city's prime attraction, which encompasses the Imperial City, the Forbidden Purple City, and the Emperor's Private Residence. Built from 1804 to 1833 during the Nguyen Dynasty - the last feudal kingdom in Vietnam - the Citadel is fortified by 2-kilometer ramparts and surrounded by a tranquil moat. Inside the Citadel, you can explore a variety of structures, including the Imperial City Gates, the Purple Forbidden City, as well as temples, pavilions, and beautifully landscaped gardens. Caution: Visitors are required to wear shirts with sleeves and pants covering knees when visiting the Hue Citadel.
After a short break for lunch, we will embark on a boat trip along the picturesque Perfume River, making a stop at Thien Mu Pagoda.
Thien Mu Pagoda, This active Buddhist monastery, dating back to 1601, houses poignant historical displays, including a car belonging to a former monk who set himself alight in 1963 to protest against the South Vietnamese regime's treatment of Buddhists.
Finally, we will visit the serene Khai Dinh Royal Tomb, designed to blend harmoniously with its natural surroundings and built according to feng shui principles.
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
- Group size
- Up to 15 travellers
- Operated by
- Hoi An Express Travel
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Caution: Visitors are required to wear shirts with sleeves and pants under knees when visiting the Hue Citadel.
- Maximum 1 child accompanied 1 adult, the 2nd child will pay the adult price.
- Free for children 0-5 years old ; 50% off for children 6-10 years old
How it compares in Hoi An
- Its from-price is 51% above the median of the 2561 experiences we list in Hoi An.
- It is longer than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 280 of 2561.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Hoi An
Lantern-lit lanes, tailor shops and riverside cafés glow after dark in Hoi An, a beautifully preserved old trading port in central Vietnam.
The Ancient Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, preserves centuries-old merchant houses, Chinese assembly halls and temples along the Thu Bon River. The covered Japanese Bridge is its emblem, and old houses such as Tan Ky show the blend of Vietnamese, Chinese and Japanese influences that shaped the port.
Top-ranked sights in Hoi An: Hoi An Ancient Town, My Son Sanctuary, Japanese Covered Bridge (Chua Cau).
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