Hue: City Day Trip by Private Car & English Speaking Driver Visit 3 Places

Discover the best of Hue on city day trip by private car with English Speaking Driver. Visit the Imperial Citadel, Thien Mu Pagoda, and Royal Tombs to learn about Vietnamese history & royal culture.
Explore the city of Hue, the former capital of Vietnam, on a private car tour. Visit the Imperial Citadel, the Thien Mu Pagoda, and the royal tombs of Minh Mang, Tu Duc, and Khai Dinh.

Start your tour with a visit to the Hue Imperial Citadel, also known as the Royal Palace or the Forbidden City. This was the center for economy, culture, and political activities of the royal family. Walk around the area and see the Flag Tower, 9 Holy Cannons, South Gate, Supreme Harmony Palaces, 9 Dynastic Urns, and the Forbidden City.

Next, visit the Thien Mu Pagoda, the oldest and most famous pagoda in Hue. Learn about the story of the local people who dreamt about Lady Buddha sitting on this hill.

Continue to the Minh Mang Tomb, which was started by King Minh Mang and finished by his son, King Thieu Tri. Explore the 1-hectare tomb area with living and working areas for the king and queen, as well as a living room for his minor wives and concubines after his death.

Visit the Tu Duc Tomb, built by King Tu Duc for himself. This was also the place where King Tu Duc sometimes lived and worked when he was still alive. The tomb area is about 12 hectares, including 2 separate areas: the temple area and the burial area.

Finally, visit the Khai Dinh Tomb, the only royal tomb with a blend of oriental and European styles. This is the only Nguyen King's Tomb built with a different style, and the tomb is where the king was buried. After the tour, be dropped off back at your hotel or anywhere you want in Hue.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.