Full-Day Hue Imperial City Tour from Danang with Royal Tombs

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Travel through scenic landscapes via the Hai Van Tunnel
• 02 Explore Hue's Imperial Citadel, home to the palaces of 13 Nguyen kings
• 03 Visit the ancient Thien Mu Pagoda and a royal tomb of Tu Duc or Khai Dinh
• 04 Enjoy local cuisine at a restaurant in Hue

This full-day tour takes you from Danang to Hue, a UNESCO World Heritage city, to explore the rich history and imperial grandeur of Vietnam's last feudal capital. Travel through scenic landscapes via the Hai Van Tunnel and visit the Imperial Citadel, royal tombs, and the ancient Thien Mu Pagoda. Along the way, enjoy local cuisine and discover some of Hue's most iconic cultural landmarks.

This full-day tour takes you from Danang to Hue, a UNESCO World Heritage city, to explore the rich history and imperial grandeur of Vietnam's last feudal capital.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Hue, Danang

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Full-Day Exploration of Hue's Imperial Heritage

• 07:30 am: Pick up from your hotel and depart for Hue City, a World Cultural Heritage destination, passing through the Hai Van Tunnel.
• 10:30 am: Arrive in Hue and visit the Tomb of King Tu Duc or King Khai Dinh, romantic and lyrical sites that reflect the life of a talented king during a complex period in the country's history.
• 11:40 am: Have lunch at a local restaurant and enjoy regional dishes.
• 12:30 pm: Visit the Imperial Citadel, the palace of the 13 Nguyen kings, the last feudal dynasty of Vietnam. Explore Ngo Mon Gate, Thai Hoa Palace, the Temple, Hien Lam Pavilion, and the Nine Urns, and enjoy the virtual 3D scanning experience "Finding the Lost Palace".
• 3:00 pm: Visit Thien Mu Pagoda, built in the early 17th century. Afterward, enjoy shopping at Dong Ba Market (optional).
• 4:00 pm: Leave Hue for Da Nang city. Stop to shop for local specialties before the tour ends.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Pick-up and drop-off in Danang city center
• English-speaking guide
• Lunch at a local restaurant
• Admission fee

What's Not Included

• Personal expenses
• Tips

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Da Nang, Vietnam

Tour start

Hầm Hải Vân, Hòa Hiệp Bắc, Liên Chiểu, Đà Nẵng, Vietnam

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.