Vietnam · City Tours

Full-Day Private Huế Imperial City Tour from Đà Nẵng via Hải Vân Pass

8 Days Round trip from Đà Nẵng Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Scenic drive across Hải Vân Pass with views over Đà Nẵng and Lăng Cô beach
02 Stop at Lập An Lagoon, home to oyster and pearl farming
03 Explore Huế Imperial City and learn about the Nguyễn dynasty emperors
04 Visit Thiên Mụ Pagoda and Tu Đức's tomb in Huế
05 Try making incense at the local incense village
06 Enjoy local food in Huế

The Imperial City of Huế, about 2.5 hours north of Đà Nẵng, was Vietnam's capital from 1802 to 1945 under the Nguyễn dynasty, the last dynasty in the country's history. This private tour takes you along the scenic Hải Vân Pass for sweeping views over Đà Nẵng and Lăng Cô beach, with a stop at Lập An Lagoon, home to oyster and pearl farming. In Huế, you will explore the citadel, a king's tomb, Thiên Mụ Pagoda, and the incense village. Throughout the day, your informative guide will share insights into Vietnam's heritage, history, and culture.

This private tour takes you along the scenic Hải Vân Pass for sweeping views over Đà Nẵng and Lăng Cô beach, with a stop at Lập An Lagoon, home to oyster and pearl farming.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Hue, Danang

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Hotel Pickup in Đà Nẵng

Our modern vehicle and licensed tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in Đà Nẵng for an adventure to Huế City.

Day 02

Scenic Drive عبر Hải Vân Pass

Drive through Hải Vân Pass, one of Vietnam's most scenic hillside roads.
Make a stop at Hải Vân Pass to admire Hải Vân Gate and the military base, and take in the stunning views of the mountains, clouds, and ocean.

Day 03

Stop at Lập An Lagoon

Stop at Lập An Lagoon, a small and attractive lagoon that is also home to an oyster and pearl farm.

Day 04

Explore Huế Imperial City

Visit the Imperial City, home of the Nguyễn dynasty from 1802 to 1945.
Admire the Nine Cannons and the Flag Tower, then walk through Ngọ Môn Gate to enter the Imperial City.
Visit Thái Hòa Palace, the Ancestor Temple, the Forbidden City with the Royal Garden, the Kingdom Library, and Kiến Trung Palace.

Day 05

Lunch with Local Huế Cuisine

At lunchtime, stop at our local restaurant for a delicious lunch.

Day 06

Visit Thiên Mụ Pagoda

Visit Thiên Mụ Pagoda, the oldest pagoda in Huế City.
Admire the peaceful atmosphere inside the pagoda, surrounded by a pine-covered hill and the Perfume River.

Day 07

Tu Đức's Tomb and Incense Village

Visit Tu Đức's tomb, the resting place of the fourth king of the Nguyễn dynasty. It blends poetic and natural beauty, reflecting the king's character.
Stop at Incense Village and try this local handicraft by making incense yourself.

Day 08

Return to Đà Nẵng

Drive back to Đà Nẵng.
Arrive at your hotel at the end of your day trip with many memories and deep gratitude from Vietnam With Local for booking with us.