Vietnam · UNESCO Heritage Sites

1-Day Hue Heritage Tour with Imperial Citadel and Perfume River

1 Day Round trip from Huế Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the Imperial Citadel, seat of the Nguyễn Dynasty from 1802 to 1945
02 Visit the Royal Music Theater and discover Huế's UNESCO-recognized cultural heritage
03 Experience the spiritual atmosphere of Heavenly Lady Pagoda, built in 1601
04 See the mausoleums of Tự Đức and Khải Định
05 Shop at Đông Ba Market and cruise the Perfume River by dragon boat

Explore Huế through its two UNESCO-recognized cultural heritages on this city tour of imperial landmarks and local life. Visit the Imperial Citadel, the Royal Music Theater, Heavenly Lady Pagoda, and the mausoleums of Tự Đức and Khải Định, while also experiencing the city's living culture. Enjoy shopping at Đông Ba Market and end the day with a dragon boat ride on the Perfume River.

Explore Huế through its two UNESCO-recognized cultural heritages on this city tour of imperial landmarks and local life.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Hue

Languages English, Korean, Vietnamese

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Imperial Citadel, Royal Tombs and Perfume River

Pick up from your hotel and begin the tour.
Visit the Imperial Citadel, from where the Nguyễn Dynasty ruled between 1802 and 1945.
Head to the Noon Gate, the Palace of Supreme Harmony, the Forbidden Purple City, and the Royal Music Theater.
Arrive at the Heavenly Lady Pagoda, built in 1601. Here, you can discover the spiritual life of Buddhism and later enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
Proceed to the mausoleums of Tự Đức and Khải Định.
Go shopping at Đông Ba Market and finish your tour with a dragon boat ride on the Perfume River.