Vietnam · UNESCO Heritage Sites

Hue City 1 Day Private Tour From Hoi An or Da Nang

11 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Da Nang. Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Full-day private tour to Hue from Da Nang or Hoi An
  • 02 Scenic drive via Hai Van Pass and Lang Co
  • 03 Explore the UNESCO-listed Hue Citadel
  • 04 Visit the historic Thien Mu Pagoda
  • 05 See the distinctive architecture of Khai Dinh Tomb
  • 06 Private English-speaking guide throughout the tour
  • 07 Lunch and entrance fees included
  • 08 Round-trip private transport included

Discover the imperial heritage of Hue on a full-day private tour from Da Nang or Hoi An. Travel through central Vietnam’s striking coastal scenery, including the Hai Van Pass and Lang Co area, before exploring some of Hue’s most iconic cultural and historical landmarks.

Visit the UNESCO-listed Hue Citadel, the atmospheric Thien Mu Pagoda, and the distinctive Tomb of Khai Dinh, known for its blend of traditional Vietnamese design and Western influences. With private transport, an English-speaking guide, entrance fees, and lunch included, this experience offers a comfortable and enriching way to explore Hue in a single day.

Hai Van pass is one of the most scenic hillside roads in Vietnam where you can see green trees in contrast to waves in the blue sea.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 11 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Hue, Danang
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Pick up all the guests in DanangHai Van pass is one of the most scenic hillside roads in Vietnam where you can see green trees in contrast to waves in the blue sea. On the top of the pass, there are the vestiges of long ago, fortified gateway. The American and French bunkers in Hai Van pass provide broaden views for the city without any steep climb. At the peak a small rest station is where the tour from Hue to Hoi An takes break welcomes visitors with local and coffee on offer.Just 60 km from Hue, on the tour is the serene fishing township of Lang Co. The incredible Lang Co beach was recognized in 2009 as one of the 30 most beautiful bays in the world with the sloping sea, fine and clean sand, great moderate wave. Visitors can sample the local seafood on the water at the restaurant at the end of walkways hovering over the water. Hence, there are some water sports offered for you to enjoy.Different from the traditional architecture, Khai Dinh tomb was built with modern materials such as steel and reinforced concrete under the Western influences. The tomb is accessible by climbing 127 steps which are bounded by dragon banisters. Getting upstairs, you can see the house of epitaph, and many statues of mandarins, horses, soldiers… at the courtyardThe Hue Citadel is one of the most well-known destinations in Hue and was recognized by UNESCO as the World Cultural Heritage. The whole palace complex consists of three parts: The first part is Citadel which was built from 1805 to 1832, through time and war, it still maintains original nearly 140 small and large constructions. The Citadel was built for defensive purposes. The second part is Imperial City, the most important part of the citadel, built from 1804 to 1833 under Minh Mang King’s reign, Imperial City includes more than 100 architectural works for royal palaces and shrines and it was for the worship and ceremony purpose. The last part is Purple Forbidden City, built in early 1803 under Gia Long King’s reign. The Purple Forbidden City was served for the King and the royal family. The Citadel is one of the symbols of Hue city and a must visit place for anyone coming to Hue.According to a legend, Lord Nguyen Hoang dreamt about a lady who said that the Lord would come and build this pagoda for prosperity of the country, believing in the Lady’s words, Lord Nguyen Hoang ordered to build this pagoda and named it Thien Mu pagoda which means “Heaven Lady”. Located on Ha Khe Hill, 5km away from the city, Thien Mu Pagoda is the most fascinating and ancient pagoda considered as one of the symbols of Hue City.Hue to Danang

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Da Nang. 2 cities · 11 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Private Car Roundtrip Transfer with Professional Driver
  • Private English Speaking Guide
  • All entrance fees and lunch meal
  • Petrol, road tolls, parking fees.
  • Mineral Bottle of Water

What's Not Included

  • Beverages, Insurance, Tip & Personal Expenses
  • Holiday surcharge

Know before you go

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • We pick up all the guests in Danang

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Da Nang.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Da Nang.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 11 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Da Nang..

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