Vietnam · Cruise & Sailing

8-Hour Huế Sailing and City Tour with Imperial Citadel and Tombs

8 Hours Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Cruise by dragon boat along the Perfume River to Thiên Mụ Pagoda, the oldest pagoda in Huế
02 Explore the Imperial Citadel, home of Vietnam's last royal dynasty, the Nguyễn Dynasty
03 Visit Khải Định and Minh Mạng royal tombs, known for their striking architecture and symmetry
04 Experience local daily life at Đông Ba Market and traditional craft villages for hats and incense

Explore Huế, the former imperial capital of Vietnam and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, set along the delightful Perfume River. Discover amazing citadels, fabulous palaces, royal tombs, and vibrant local life as you travel through the city's historic highlights. With several sites reached by river, this tour offers an excellent way to experience Huế from both land and water.

Enjoy a dragon boat trip to Thiên Mụ Pagoda, the oldest pagoda in Huế city.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Hue

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Imperial Huế by Dragon Boat and Royal Tombs

Pick up from your hotel in the city center between 8:00 and 8:15 am.
Morning visits include:
- Enjoy a dragon boat trip to Thiên Mụ Pagoda, the oldest pagoda in Huế city.
- Visit the Imperial Citadel, home of Vietnam's last royal dynasty, the Nguyễn Dynasty.
- Explore the Huế Royal Antique Museum, which houses a collection of ornaments from the Nguyễn Dynasty.
- Stop at Đông Ba Market to see the daily life of local people.
Lunch at a local restaurant.
Afternoon visits include:
- Visit Khải Định King's Tomb, a blend of Western and Eastern architecture.
- Continue to Minh Mạng King's Tomb, where you can admire the majesty and symmetry of its architectural constructions.
- Visit a local hat village and an incense stick village.
Return to your hotel between 4:00 and 4:30 pm.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Minivan with A/C
Dragon boat trip
English-speaking guide
Bottle of mineral water
Lunch
Entrance fees

What's Not Included

Gratuities and personal expenses

What to bring

Raincoat
Umbrella

Know before you go

This activity is not wheelchair accessible.
Gratuity is not included and is left to individual discretion.
If you cancel at least 7 calendar days in advance, there is no cancellation fee.
If you cancel between 3 and 6 calendar days in advance, you will be charged a 50% cancellation fee.
If you cancel within 2 calendar days in advance, you will be charged a 100% cancellation fee.

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