Hue Citadel (Dai Noi) Tours and Activities

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See the UNESCO-listed Imperial City on a full-day sightseeing tour of Hue. The former imperial capital on the banks of the Perfume River offers visitors a glimpse of royal palaces and tombs. Visit Dong Ba Market; take a dragon boat ride to Thien Mu Pagoda; and tour the Hue Royal Antiquities Museum and kings’ tombs with your guide. Lunch and round-trip hotel transport by minivan included.

Rather than exploring as part of a huge group, receive personalized attention on a small-group tour of Hue, the historical capital of Vietnam. Ideal for first-time visitors and time-pressed travelers, this tour transports you between dispersed landmarks, including the Thien Mu Pagoda and the far-flung Tomb of Khai Dinh, and ensures you benefit from the insider knowledge of your guide.

The notable sights of Hue can be tricky to visit without a car; this private service takes up to four passengers without a hassle. Make four stops in 4–5 hours or five stops in 6–7 hours, including the royal tombs, Thien Mu Pagoda, and the Citadel. The itinerary is flexible, with extra time for lunch if you request. Fuel, tolls, parking fees, and hotel pickup are included—a great value.

Add a twist to your sightseeing tour by visiting Hue’s UNESCO-listed landmarks by traditional cyclo. Hop on-board with your private guide for a 4-hour tour, gliding around the serene Tinh Tam Lake and exploring the highlights of Hue Imperial City. Learn the rich history and heritage of the one-time capital as you marvel over landmarks like the Flag Tower, Noon Gate and the Nine Dynastic Urns. This private tour also includes hotel pick-up.

The ancient city of Hue in central Vietnam was the capital of Vietnam during the Nguyen Dynasty at the beginning of the 19th Century. The Complex of Hue monuments is a combination of many royal aspects from the Nguyen dynasty with the Imperials City including the famous High Noon Gate, many tombs of Nguyen Emperor (Gia Long, Minh Mang, Thieu Tri, Tu Duc, Dong Khanh, Khai Dinh..), monuments, temples, pagodas, and load of other interesting elements. Such is Hue’s historical significance that it is recognised today as a World Cultural Heritage Site by UNESCO.

TOUR PROGRAM : Our tour guide pick you up from CHAN MAY or TIEN SA Port (Please give us Your Pick up & Drop off Time to pick up as your cruise ship schedule and you walk a few steps from the ship and meet our guide holding your name on the sign A4. Arrive to Hue and visit the Citadel, Hue’s prime attraction, which contains the Imperial City, the Forbidden Purple City and the Emperor’s Private Residence. Hue has been known as the Imperial City of the Nguyen Emperors rising to glory during their reign from 1803 – 1945. Lunch at Local Restaurant. Visit Thien Mu Pagoda considered by many as the unofficial symbol of Hue, Thien Mu is an active Buddhist monastery with origins dating back to 1601. Then we do 30 Minute Boat Trip on Perfume River. Visit the serene Khai Dinh Royal Tomb, designed to blend in with its natural surroundings and built on principles of feng-shui. We will then begin our drive back to the port and we will have you back at least one hour or more before departure.

It can be a challenge to experience Hue’s many highlights in one day and avoid the crowds: this tour gives you that chance. Explore the ancient former Imperial city of Hue with the luxury of your own private tour. Witness the citadels, royal tombs of emperors, palaces and pagodas. Learn about the area’s incredible history with your private guide, enjoy a boat ride along the Perfume River and relax in your private car. Magnificent highlights include the Thien Mu Pagoda, Noon Gate, Thai Hoa Palace, and the Forbidden Purple City.

Let an informative local guide provide insight into Hue's royal past on a personalized tour of the UNESCO-listed Imperial City and Forbidden Purple City. Learn about the former home of the Nguyen Emperors who ruled Vietnam from the 18th century until the mid–20th century. You’ll also visit Thien Mu Pagoda (Heavenly Lady Pagoda), considered one of Hue’s best-known Buddhist landmarks.

- Door to door service: We pick up right at the foot of your cruise. - Hue tour guides in different languages (Surcharge following the language chosen). - Bring the best of Hue values to customers. - Easy to customize and follow customers' desires. - Port of calls tours which are professionally operated.

Relive the glory of the Imperial City and cruise the romantic Perfume River on this private 8-hour tour of Hue’s best bits. Stand in awe before the UNESCO-listed monuments of Hue Citadel; learn how the Perfume River earned its evocative name as you cruise to the Thien Mu Pagoda; and put your haggling skills to use at the Dong Ba Market. After a typical Vietnamese lunch (included), explore the grand Tu Duc Tomb and visit a crafts village where conical hats and incense are made.

- Door to door service: We pick up right at the foot of your cruise. - Hue tour guides in different languages (Surcharge following the language chosen). - Bring the best of Hue values to customers. - Easy to customize and follow customers' desires. - Port of calls tours which are professionally operated.

Eat like a local and explore the city streets of Hue by cyclo. You’ll taste plenty of street food and get an overview of Hue’s culinary culture with commentary by a professional and informative guide. Visit Dong Ba Market where you can mingle with the locals. Sink your teeth into a variety of dishes, such as steamed or fried rice dumplings, and slurp up vermicelli soup. Hotel pickup is included.

See the UNESCO-listed Imperial City on a full-day sightseeing tour of Hue. The former imperial capital on the banks of the Perfume River offers visitors a glimpse of royal palaces and tombs. Visit Dong Ba Market; take a dragon boat ride to Thien Mu Pagoda; and tour the Hue Royal Antiquities Museum and kings’ tombs with your guide. Lunch and round-trip hotel transport by minivan included. Full-day Hue city sightseeing tour Observe daily life at Dong Ba Market Ride a dragon boat and visit Thien Mu Pagoda (Heavenly Lady Pagoda) See the UNESCO-listed Imperial Citadel and learn about the Nguyen Dynasty Enjoy lunch and a look at the royal tombs Minivan transport from selected hotels included

- Our guide and driver will pick you up at the Tiensa or Chan may Port –IF PICKUP FROM TIEN SA PORT you will Pass over the stunning Hai Van Pass, named by Top GearsJeremy Clarkson as “one of the best coastal roads in the world”. Stop at the Hai Van Quan, the highest point between Danang and Hue for a photo opportunity. Additionally, experience the full view of the breathtaking Lang Co Bay – Arrive in Hue city and begin with The Citadel, the last royal city in Vietnam that contains the imperial city. – Take a break and enjoy a delicious local lunch – Visit the Thien Mu Pagoda, a Buddhist monastery which origins dating back to 1601. - Cruise along the Perfume River on a Dragon boat. Sit back and take in the peaceful scenery as you head back to the city center. -Visit to the Khai Dinh Tomb, constructed for the emperor in 1920 and built on the principle of Feng – Back to the car and you will be dropped back to your hotel

Save hours of research and let a private guide show you around Hue’s UNESCO-listed Imperial City (the Citadel) and royal tombs of the Nguyen Empire. You’ll learn about Hue’s royal history while floating along the Perfume River (Huong River) aboard a traditional-style dragon boat. Stop to visit Thien Mu Pagoda en route.

Ride a cyclo through the streets of Hue and get a taste of its distinctive food culture. This 4-hour private tour departs your hotel in the evening in search of Hue’s traditional street food cuisine. Stop by local eateries that feature specialties such as clam noodles, ‘bun’ (vermicelli with grilled pork) and casava cake. Your own personal guide introduces you to traditional food customs while you slurp and savor.

Spend the afternoon exploring the ancient heritage of Hue city without a large tour group to distract you. On this private full-day tour, meet your guide at your hotel in Hoi An or Da Nang and drive direct to Hue. When you arrive, head straight to some of Hue’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed wonders within the city’s historic Citadel. Walk around the Imperial City, marvel at Thien Mu Pagoda and visit the last resting place of the emperor Tu Duc.

Avoid the hassle of planning your own day tour, with this intimate expedition of the ancient city of Hue. Discover many cultural, historical, rural and architectural highlights of this magnificent place, with the assistance of your knowledgeable guide. Visit the impressive royal tombs, ancient pagodas and the romantic Perfume River: with all entrance fees included. Pass through vibrant local markets and explore must-see spots on this full day tour.

Without a guided tour, you might miss some of the cuisine that makes Hue a worthwhile culinary destination. Follow your guide on a walking tour through the historic city, stopping to sample dishes favorited by locals like beef noodle soup, rice with seafood, or steamed rice pancakes. This tour includes all food and beverage samples so be sure to come hungry.

If you’ve only got limited time in Hue, see the best of the Imperial City on a full-day tour that includes a traditional Vietnamese lunch. Without the hassle of advance planning, you’ll tick off highlights such as Dong Ba Market, the UNESCO-listed The Citadel (Dai Noi), and the Tomb of Ming Mang. Exploring with a guide means you’ll be party to cultural and historical information that you may otherwise have missed, while included lunch and hotel pickup and drop-off make for a seamless experience.

Explore Vietnam’s historic capital on this all-day guided excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, learn about the city’s heritage and culture from an informative local guide and check out landmark sites like the tombs of Khai Dinh and Tu Duc, Thien Mu Pagoda, and the Imperial Citadel. Enjoy a delicious authentic lunch—it’s included in the tour price.

No visit to Hue is complete without a cruise on the Perfume River (Song Huong River). Combine a river cruise with a visit to The Citadel (Dai Noi), a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on a stress-free tour that’s designed with first-time visitors in mind. You’ll see highlights such as the Thien Mu Pagoda, enjoy a lunch of traditional Vietnamese dishes, and benefit from the convenience of hotel pickup and drop-off.

Spend a full day exploring UNESCO-listed Hue and relive the glory of the former Imperial capital. Get a taste of local life at the buzzing Dong Ba Market; cruise along the Perfume River to the sacred Thien Mu pagoda; then marvel over historic monuments like the Forbidden Purple City and Kinh Thanh Citadel. After lunch (own expense), discover the legacy of the Nguyen Dynasty with a visit to the elaborate Tu Duc and Khai Dinh tombs.