Hue Private Tour with Citadel, Tomb, Incense Village, Abandoned Waterpark
Approx. 10 hours
Car/bus
From 2 people
Da Nang, Hoi An
English speaking guide
Lunch included
Experience the perfect blend of royal history and eerie adventure on this exclusive private day tour from Da Nang to the ancient capital of Hue. Journey through the majestic Imperial Citadel, where the echoes of emperors still linger, before exploring the surreal beauty of the Thuy Tien abandoned waterpark. You will also visit the vibrant Thuy Xuan incense village, where you can witness the art of traditional craftsmanship and capture stunning photographs. With convenient private transfers and a flexible pace, this curated excursion is the ultimate way to discover Hue’s most iconic and hidden wonders.
Highlights
See Khai Dinh Tomb, most unique tomb.
See Hue’s famous Abandoned waterpark.
See Hue’s famous incense making village.
See Lap An Lagoon with oyster farming.
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Itinerary
Pick up
Pick up time: 8:00 AM (local time)
Our guide and driver will pick up you in Da Nang or Hoi An.
Lap An Lagoon
Visit a beautiful brackish water lagoon that is located at the foot of Hai Van Pass and Bach Ma National Park. It’s honored to be one of Vietnam’s prettiest lagoons. Here, besides photo opportunities, visitors have the chance to learn about local oyster farming and pearl farming. See more details
The Imperial City of Hue
Visit the last surviving Imperial City in Vietnam. It’s the seat of power of Nguyen emperors from 1802 to 1945. There are about hundreds of buildings existed here before it’s damaged by wars. See more details
In the Imperial City of Hue, you will see these places:
– Ngo Mon Gate: the south gate and the largest gate of the Imperial City. It’s built in 1833, with a U-shaped base and a magnificent wooden pavilion on it. Today, this building is the symbol of Hue city. In the front, there are a square and a huge flag tower. See more details
– Thai Hoa Palace: the most important palace in the Imperial City where the coronation ceremony of kings take place. It also hosts great meetings between kings and mandarins, special occasions of the royal family, ceremonies to welcome foreign ambassadors. The throne is still preserved here. See more details
– The Mieu Temple: the temple where Nguyen kings have been worshipped. Here, have the chance to know about them. In the front, the Nine Dynastic Urns are decorated by sophisticated bronze bas-reliefs and is honored to be world’s documentary heritage. See mode details
– The Forbidden Purple City: the enclosed wall inside the Imperial City that is exclusive for kings and royal family. Its long and red corridors provide a good photo opportunity. See mode details
– Kien Trung Palace: the only king’s palace that has an European style architecture. This is the residence of Vietnam’s last king and his family. Destroyed in World War II, it’s rebuilt and opened in 2024. See more details
Have lunch
You will have lunch with Vietnamese food and Hue local dishes.
Thuy Xuan Incense Village
Thuy Xuan Incense Village is a colorful, historic craft village where locals have perfected the art of handmade incense for generations. Visitors are captivated by the vibrant displays of rainbow-colored incense bundles, making it one of the most photogenic and aromatic stops near Hue. See more details
Hue Abandoned Waterpark
Thuy Tien Lake’s abandoned waterpark is a hauntingly beautiful destination known for its iconic, decaying dragon statue rising out of the center of a murky lake. This eerie attraction has become a popular, offbeat spot for travelers seeking a unique mix of urban exploration and surreal photography. See more details
Khai Dinh Tomb or Tu Duc Tomb
You can choose one of these royal tombs in Hue:
Option 1 (Khai Dinh Tomb): Khai Dinh Tomb is a striking architectural masterpiece in Hue that blends traditional Vietnamese imperial design with European Gothic and neoclassical influences. Its interior walls are heavily decorated with intricate, colorful porcelain and glass mosaics, while the upper sanctuary houses a life-sized bronze statue of the emperor cast in France. See more details
Option 2 (Tu Duc Tomb): Tu Duc Tomb serves as a serene, poetic retreat that reflects the emperor’s refined artistic tastes through tranquil lotus ponds, elegant pavilions, and lush pine forests. Designed largely as a living space before his passing, the complex includes the sweeping Hoa Khiêm Temple where the emperor worked and rested. See more details
Return & drop off
In the end of the day, we will drop off you in Da Nang or Hoi An.
Traveler's Photos
What's Included
- Roundtrip transfer by air-conditioned vehicle
- Pick up in Da Nang or Hoi An
- English speaking guide
- Entry fee to Hue Imperial City
- Entry fee to Khai Dinh Tomb
- Entry fee to Hue Abandoned Waterpark (Thuy Tien Lake)
- Thuy Xuan Incense Making Village
- Lunch
- Bottled water
- Pick up at the hotel outside Da Nang Hoi An (see the map & surcharge below)
- Dinner
- Tipping & gratuities
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses (shopping, rain poncho, photography, etc)
- Extra charge of 100,000 VND per person on public holidays in Vietnam (New year from 25/01/2025 to 02/02/2025, Independence day, Reunification day, Hung kings festival, International Labour day)
Additional Information
– Our driver & guide will pick you at your hotel in Da Nang city center (including Hai Chau District, Son Tra District except Nai Hien Dong ward & Tho Quang ward, Ngu Hanh Son District except Hoa Hai ward & Hoa Quy ward) or Hoi An city center.
– In the end of the tour, our driver & guide will drop you off at your hotel.
– Pickup surcharge is required to visitors staying NOT in Da Nang city center or Hoi An city center.
– All surcharges are payable in cash directly to your tour guide.
– No pick up & drop off service in Tan Hiep area of Hoi An (Cham Island).
– Children above 1,4 meters height OR 10 years old will be charged same to adults.
– Children from 1 to 1,4 meters height OR from 5 to 10 years old, will have a discount.
– Children under 5 years old OR 1 meter height, will be free of charge.
– On your day of travel, if your kid is 1,4 meters and above (and you booked a children ticket previously), please pay the surcharge of 350,000 VND in cash.
– On your day of travel, if your kid is 1 meter and above (and you booked a free ticket previously), please pay the surcharge of 350,000 VND in cash.
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For daily tours:
– Any cancellation before 7 days of departure date will be free of charge.
– Any cancellation before 6 days of departure date will be charged 30% selling price.
– Any cancellation before 5 – 4 days of departure date will be charged 50% selling price.
– Any cancellation before 3 – 2 days of departure date will be charged 75% selling price.
– Any cancellation within 24 hours or no-show: non-refundable.
For others tour:
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What to bring/wear
To visit historical places, visitors should wear respectively. In other words, wear long pants to cover the upper knees, wear the shirt to cover shoulders, navel and armpits.
Visitors should wear comfortable walking shoes, hat/cap, sunglasses, sunscreen, rain poncho/jacket (from October to January), cash.
See more information in Hue Imperial City Dress Code
Contact for reservation/support
If you can not book/pay online OR want to reserve first and pay later OR process a cancellation. Please contact us by WhatsApp number +84968009827 or hoiandaytripcompany@gmail.com
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