Vietnam · City Tours

10-Hour Hue Imperial City Tour from Da Nang or Hoian via Hải Vân Pass

10 Hours Round trip from Huế Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Enjoy a scenic drive along the coastal road and Hải Vân Pass
02 Explore Huế Imperial City, the Forbidden Purple City, and the Emperor's palace
03 Visit Thiên Mụ Pagoda, an active Buddhist monastery on the Perfume River
04 Admire the architectural design of the King Tombs and take photos of incense stick villages

Discover the rich history and breathtaking landscapes of Huế on this 10-hour private tour from Da Nang or Hoian. Enjoy a scenic drive along the coastal road and Hải Vân Pass, with a stop at Lập An Lagoon to admire the views and see local oyster farms. Explore Khải Định Tomb, Thiên Mụ Pagoda, and Huế Imperial City while learning about the Nguyễn Dynasty. Capture photos of incense stick villages and immerse yourself in the culture, history, and stunning scenery of central Vietnam.

Visit Khải Định Tomb, the elaborate 12th-century emperor's tomb of the Nguyễn Dynasty, and marvel at its blend of Hinduism, Buddhism, Christianity, and French and Vietnamese architecture.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 10 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Hue, Danang, Hoi An

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Da Nang or Hoian to Huế Imperial City via Hải Vân Pass

In the morning, your tour guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel in Da Nang or Hoian and transfer you to Huế Imperial City.
Stop at Lập An Lagoon to admire the coastal landscape and see local fishermen farming oysters. Take a break at a cafeteria and enjoy a coffee at your own expense while overlooking the lagoon.
Enjoy a scenic drive along the coastal road and Hải Vân Pass.
Visit Khải Định Tomb, the elaborate 12th-century emperor's tomb of the Nguyễn Dynasty, and marvel at its blend of Hinduism, Buddhism, Christianity, and French and Vietnamese architecture.
Stop at a local restaurant for lunch.
Visit Thiên Mụ Pagoda, a 17th-century working Buddhist monastery considered the unofficial symbol of Huế.
Explore Huế Citadel and learn about the capital city of the Nguyễn Dynasty. You will also have free time for souvenir shopping at your own expense.
Take photos of the beautiful incense stick villages along the way.
Return to Da Nang or Hoian for hotel drop-off.