Hue Imperial City Private Tour from Da Nang

Discover Hue’s imperial heritage on a private full-day tour from Da Nang, combining historic landmarks with one of Central Vietnam’s most scenic coastal journeys. Travel comfortably by private vehicle over the spectacular Hai Van Pass, with stops at Lang Co Bay and Lap An Lagoon before reaching Hue. Explore highlights such as the Imperial City, Thien Mu Pagoda, and Khai Dinh Tomb with a knowledgeable local guide who brings Hue’s history and culture to life. Unlike a group tour, this private experience offers a flexible itinerary, personalized service, and a comfortable pace, allowing you to enjoy each destination without feeling rushed.

1. 1

   Hai Van Pass

   30 min

   At 7 am, Our driver will pick you up at your hotel in Da Nang city. We start the Hue City Tour from Da Nang. On the way to Hue, our driver will stop by at Hai Van pass (Ocean and Clouds Pass). Hai Van pass is famous as the most beautiful pass, the Topgear in Vietnam. On top of the pass, you will see there is a brick gate. It was the border gate between 2 countries. Dai Nam in the North of the pass and Champa Kingdom in the South.

2. 2

   Lap An Lagoon

   30 min

   Lap An Lagoon – is one of the remarkable natural landscapes in Hue, which described by travel lovers a place where mountain meets ocean. You will enjoy the picturesque scenery with white clouds floating on high mountain ranges in the unique bright blue sky background. It’s also a perfect stop for a tea and coffee break.

3. 3

   Thien Mu Pagoda

   30 min

   Around 10:30 am, we reach to Hue imperial city. We will pick up our tour guide to do the Hue City tour from Da Nang. We will take a dragon boat to go along the Perfume River to visit Thien Mu pagoda. As you know, Thien Mu is the oldest pagoda in central Vietnam from 1601. There are many stories and myths about this holy place and our guide will tell you in detail.

4. 4

   Hue Imperial City (The Citadel)

   2 hours

   After that, we will take the private car to visit the Citadel, Royal city, and Forbidden city. Hue was the capital city of the Nguyen Dynasty of Vietnam from 1802- 1945. Our guide will tell you some valuable information about the royal lives of Emperors, concubines, and eunuchs. It is a complex including 3 sections: The citadel (Protecting area); Royal city (The working area of Emperor, and civil servants and Military servants); The Forbidden City (The private area of the emperor, his concubines, and eunuchs). Hue was the politic center of the Nguyen dynasty Vietnam so foods in Hue are the best in Vietnam. So will we have a lovely lunch at a local food restaurant around 12:30 pm.

5. 5

   Tomb of Khai Dinh

   30 min

   After that, we will visit the most beautiful and expensive royal tomb of the 12th emperor, the Khai Dinh Tomb. Not following the traditional architecture, Khai Dinh Tomb is the mixture among Hinduism, Buddhism, Christianity, French, and Vietnamese architecture. You will say twice WOW, WOW because it is such a fabulous tomb and the most beautiful tomb in over the world. All of the materials to build his tomb from other countries such as Ciments from France; Color glasses, porcelain, ceramics from China and Japan. It is the top of the art of inlaid for decoration. At the Khai Dinh tomb, you can take some great photos and practice photography skills. Finish the Hue City Tour from Da Nang, we will drive you safely back to your hotel in Da Nang city. Tour ends

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.