Join our Hue City Full-Day Small Group Tour to explore the most iconic landmarks of Hue’s ancient capital. From majestic royal tombs and serene pagodas to vibrant local markets and traditional villages, this tour offers a deep dive into the rich history, culture, and everyday life of Hue.
You’ll cruise along the poetic Perfume River, admire the Imperial Citadel of the Nguyen Dynasty, visit the bustling Dong Ba Market, and enjoy authentic Hue cuisine. This experience is perfect for history buffs, cultural enthusiasts, and food lovers alike.
Hue City Group Tour Briefing
- Tour Type: Daily Small Group Tour
- Departure & Return: Your hotel in Hue City center.
- Duration: Full Day
- Transport: Dragon Boat on Perfume River & A/C Private Car
- Main Attractions: Thien Mu Pagoda | Imperial Citadel | Dong Ba Market | Minh Mang Tomb | Khai Dinh Tomb | Traditional Conical Hat & Incense Villages
Discover the Charm of Hue with a Full-Day Guided Group Tour
HUE CITY SMALL GROUP TOUR
Morning Highlights
8:00–8:30 AM: Hotel pick-up in Hue City center
Dragon Boat Ride on the Perfume River: We will take a traditional dragon boat and sightsee the romantic views on the Perfume River. Our excellent guide will tell you about the name origin of this river, and we will admire the Truong Tien Bridge, an ancient dragon boat station of the Nguyen Dynasty, and ancient garden houses.
After 40 minutes of transfer by dragon boat, we will visit Thien Mu Pagoda. The oldest and most iconic pagoda in Hue. It is famous for unique royal architecture, rich history, fengshui setting, and mysterious stories, love curse.
Transfer by car to explore:
Hue Imperial Citadel: The former capital of Vietnam’s last royal dynasty, the Nguyen Emperors. We will explore the 3 sections of Hue Citadel, Royal City, and Forbidden City.
We will learn more about the Nguyen Dynasty by visiting the Nine Holy Cannons, Ngo Mon Gate, Thai Hoa Palace, The To Temple, Dien Tho and Truong Sanh Residences, Kien Trung Place, Thieu Phuong Royal Garden, Duyen Thi Duong Royal Theater.
Our knowledgeable tour guide will tell you interesting stories about the Royal lives of 13 Emperors, concubines, and eunuchs.
Then, we will explore Dong Ba Market: The busiest and most colorful market in Hue. You will have a chance to interact with the locals, learn more about the local life, culture, and traditions.
On the Hue city group tour, we will have a delicious lunch at an authentic restaurant with Hue traditional cuisine. Enjoy a delicious meal featuring traditional Hue dishes (vegetarian options available)
Afternoon Activities
After lunch and a short break, we will visit Khai Dinh Tomb, a stunning fusion of Eastern and Western architecture. You will be overwhelmed by the mosaic decoration and unique architecture.
Khai Dinh Royal Tomb is the only royal tomb in Vietnam where you can find the exact the Emperor’s coffin location.
Continue the Hue city small group tour, we will admire Minh Mang Tomb, known for its peaceful setting and elegant design, blending harmoniously with nature. Our local guide will tell you the tomb’s secret.
Last but not least in our Hue group city tour, we will pay a short visit to the Conical Hat Village and Incense Stick Village to witness local crafts in action. You will have a chance to hand in the craft works under the guidance of the local artisans.
4:00–4:30 PM: Return to your hotel, we finish the Hue city small group tour 1 day.
Travel Tips & Notes
- Be ready in your hotel lobby between 8:00–8:30 AM for pick-up
- Please inform us of any food allergies in advance; vegetarian meals are available upon request
- Dress modestly, as we will visit religious and royal sites (clothes should cover knees and shoulders)
- Free pick-up/drop-off at hotels in Hue City center; additional fee for locations outside the city
Experience the best of Hue in just one day with Vietnam Student Exchange Travel‘s well-curated, small-group tour. Book now for an unforgettable journey through Vietnam’s imperial past.
