Hue Imperial City Daily Ingroup Tour via Hai Van Pass from Da Nang
by Dacotours Co.,Ltd
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This daily ingroup tour begins with a hotel pickup in Da Nang city center around 7:30 a.m. The group travels by modern air-conditioned coach along the coastal road of Da Nang Bay toward Hue. The first stop is Hai Van Pass, the highest mountain pass in Vietnam at 500 meters above sea level. Visitors spend about one hour here enjoying panoramic views of Da Nang City, Tien Sa Port, Son Tra Peninsula, and the East Sea while learning about the pass's historical significance from an English-speaking local guide. Next, the tour continues to Lang Co Beach, where the group spends around 30 minutes at this coastal bay known for its white sand beach and clear blue water. Nearby, Lap An Lagoon is also visited, offering a quiet natural setting between mountains and sea. After this, the group proceeds to Hue Imperial City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and former capital of the Nguyen Dynasty. Visitors spend approximately two hours exploring key sites within the citadel, including the Forbidden Purple City, Royal Palace, and various temples along the Perfume River. At noon, lunch is served at a local restaurant featuring Vietnamese cuisine, with vegetarian options available. Following lunch, the tour visits the Noon Gate, the main entrance to the citadel, for about 20 minutes to observe its traditional architecture and historical role. The group then spends 20 minutes at Thai Hoa Palace, the emperor's official reception hall, viewing royal artifacts and traditional design. Next is a 20-minute visit to the Mieu Temple, dedicated to past Nguyen emperors and illustrating imperial spiritual practices. The tour continues with a 40-minute stop at Thien Mu Pagoda, one of Vietnam's oldest pagodas, featuring the seven-story Phuoc Duyen Tower overlooking the Perfume River. The final stop is the Tomb of Khai Dinh, where visitors spend about one hour exploring the mausoleum's blend of Vietnamese and European architectural styles set among hills and greenery. The return trip to Da Nang begins around 3:45 p.m., with hotel drop-off between 5:30 and 6:00 p.m. The tour includes an English-speaking local guide, hotel pickup and drop-off in Da Nang city center, bottled water, lunch, travel insurance, and transportation by a modern air-conditioned coach with a safe driver. Admission fees to Thien Mu Pagoda, Hue Imperial City, and Khai Dinh Tomb are included only if the option with entry tickets is selected. Tips for the guide and driver, as well as surcharges on public holidays, are not included. Children must be accompanied by an adult. The tour operates daily and may be rescheduled or refunded in case of poor weather.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Da Nang
Pickup from the hotel in Da Nang city center starts around 7:30 am. The tour begins with a drive along Da Nang Bay's coastal beach before heading toward Hue.
15 min
Hai Van Pass
Stop at Hai Van Pass, Vietnam's highest coastal pass at 500 meters above sea level. The pass is known for its views of the East Sea, green mountains, Da Nang City, Tien Sa Port, and Son Tra Peninsula. The guide shares historical stories about its role as a military location during the Vietnam War.
60 min
Lang Co Beach
Visit Lang Co Beach, a flat beach with white sand and clear blue water, recognized as one of the most beautiful bays globally. The tour also includes Lap An Lagoon nearby, a peaceful area with a diverse ecosystem between mountains and the bay.
30 min
Hue Imperial City (The Citadel)
Explore the former imperial capital, including the Forbidden Purple City, Royal Palace, and temples. The site blends traditional Vietnamese and French architectural styles and is located along the Perfume River. The visit lasts about two hours and provides insights into the Nguyen Dynasty's royal life. Lunch is served at a local restaurant with Hue-style dishes at noon.
120 min
The Noon Gate (Cua Ngo Mon)
Visit the main entrance to the citadel, a large U-shaped structure with a stone and brick base and a wooden pavilion roofed with terracotta tiles. The gate was historically used for imperial ceremonies and symbolizes power.
20 min
Thai Hoa Palace
Tour the central reception hall of the Nguyen emperors, known for its traditional architecture, wood carvings, and colorful decorations. The palace hosted important ceremonies and contains royal artifacts. The surrounding gardens and ponds provide a quiet setting.
20 min
The Mieu Temple
Visit this sacred temple within the citadel dedicated to worshiping past Nguyen emperors. The temple features detailed carvings and traditional design, reflecting royal spiritual beliefs. The guide explains the history of each emperor and the ancestor worship culture.
20 min
Thien Mu Pagoda
Tour one of Vietnam’s oldest pagodas, featuring the seven-story octagonal Phuoc Duyen Tower. The complex includes shrines, pavilions, and gardens overlooking the Perfume River. The guide shares information on the pagoda's historical and spiritual significance.
40 min
Tomb of Khai Dinh
This mausoleum built for Emperor Khai Dinh blends traditional Vietnamese and European architectural styles. Its interior is decorated with colorful mosaics, detailed carvings, and ornate designs. Situated among scenic hills and greenery, the tomb provides a quiet environment to learn about the emperor's life and legacy. At 15:45, the tour departs Hue to return to Da Nang city. Between 17:30 and 18:00, the bus brings guests back to their hotel, concluding the tour.
60 min
Meeting point
Dacotours office
End point
Dacotours office
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Hue Imperial City Daily Ingroup Tour via Hai Van Pass from Da Nang
by Dacotours Co.,Ltd
Choose from 4 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$114Overview
This daily ingroup tour begins with a hotel pickup in Da Nang city center around 7:30 a.m. The group travels by modern air-conditioned coach along the coastal road of Da Nang Bay toward Hue. The first stop is Hai Van Pass, the highest mountain pass in Vietnam at 500 meters above sea level. Visitors spend about one hour here enjoying panoramic views of Da Nang City, Tien Sa Port, Son Tra Peninsula, and the East Sea while learning about the pass's historical significance from an English-speaking local guide. Next, the tour continues to Lang Co Beach, where the group spends around 30 minutes at this coastal bay known for its white sand beach and clear blue water. Nearby, Lap An Lagoon is also visited, offering a quiet natural setting between mountains and sea. After this, the group proceeds to Hue Imperial City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and former capital of the Nguyen Dynasty. Visitors spend approximately two hours exploring key sites within the citadel, including the Forbidden Purple City, Royal Palace, and various temples along the Perfume River. At noon, lunch is served at a local restaurant featuring Vietnamese cuisine, with vegetarian options available. Following lunch, the tour visits the Noon Gate, the main entrance to the citadel, for about 20 minutes to observe its traditional architecture and historical role. The group then spends 20 minutes at Thai Hoa Palace, the emperor's official reception hall, viewing royal artifacts and traditional design. Next is a 20-minute visit to the Mieu Temple, dedicated to past Nguyen emperors and illustrating imperial spiritual practices. The tour continues with a 40-minute stop at Thien Mu Pagoda, one of Vietnam's oldest pagodas, featuring the seven-story Phuoc Duyen Tower overlooking the Perfume River. The final stop is the Tomb of Khai Dinh, where visitors spend about one hour exploring the mausoleum's blend of Vietnamese and European architectural styles set among hills and greenery. The return trip to Da Nang begins around 3:45 p.m., with hotel drop-off between 5:30 and 6:00 p.m. The tour includes an English-speaking local guide, hotel pickup and drop-off in Da Nang city center, bottled water, lunch, travel insurance, and transportation by a modern air-conditioned coach with a safe driver. Admission fees to Thien Mu Pagoda, Hue Imperial City, and Khai Dinh Tomb are included only if the option with entry tickets is selected. Tips for the guide and driver, as well as surcharges on public holidays, are not included. Children must be accompanied by an adult. The tour operates daily and may be rescheduled or refunded in case of poor weather.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Da Nang
Pickup from the hotel in Da Nang city center starts around 7:30 am. The tour begins with a drive along Da Nang Bay's coastal beach before heading toward Hue.
15 min
Hai Van Pass
Stop at Hai Van Pass, Vietnam's highest coastal pass at 500 meters above sea level. The pass is known for its views of the East Sea, green mountains, Da Nang City, Tien Sa Port, and Son Tra Peninsula. The guide shares historical stories about its role as a military location during the Vietnam War.
60 min
Lang Co Beach
Visit Lang Co Beach, a flat beach with white sand and clear blue water, recognized as one of the most beautiful bays globally. The tour also includes Lap An Lagoon nearby, a peaceful area with a diverse ecosystem between mountains and the bay.
30 min
Hue Imperial City (The Citadel)
Explore the former imperial capital, including the Forbidden Purple City, Royal Palace, and temples. The site blends traditional Vietnamese and French architectural styles and is located along the Perfume River. The visit lasts about two hours and provides insights into the Nguyen Dynasty's royal life. Lunch is served at a local restaurant with Hue-style dishes at noon.
120 min
The Noon Gate (Cua Ngo Mon)
Visit the main entrance to the citadel, a large U-shaped structure with a stone and brick base and a wooden pavilion roofed with terracotta tiles. The gate was historically used for imperial ceremonies and symbolizes power.
20 min
Thai Hoa Palace
Tour the central reception hall of the Nguyen emperors, known for its traditional architecture, wood carvings, and colorful decorations. The palace hosted important ceremonies and contains royal artifacts. The surrounding gardens and ponds provide a quiet setting.
20 min
The Mieu Temple
Visit this sacred temple within the citadel dedicated to worshiping past Nguyen emperors. The temple features detailed carvings and traditional design, reflecting royal spiritual beliefs. The guide explains the history of each emperor and the ancestor worship culture.
20 min
Thien Mu Pagoda
Tour one of Vietnam’s oldest pagodas, featuring the seven-story octagonal Phuoc Duyen Tower. The complex includes shrines, pavilions, and gardens overlooking the Perfume River. The guide shares information on the pagoda's historical and spiritual significance.
40 min
Tomb of Khai Dinh
This mausoleum built for Emperor Khai Dinh blends traditional Vietnamese and European architectural styles. Its interior is decorated with colorful mosaics, detailed carvings, and ornate designs. Situated among scenic hills and greenery, the tomb provides a quiet environment to learn about the emperor's life and legacy. At 15:45, the tour departs Hue to return to Da Nang city. Between 17:30 and 18:00, the bus brings guests back to their hotel, concluding the tour.
60 min
Meeting point
Dacotours office
End point
Dacotours office
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.