Hue: Imperial City, Tombs by Car and English Speaking Driver Visit Any 6 Places

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ID: GYG780308-O-1257157
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Country: Vietnam

Duration: 1 days


Description

Explore the best of Hue on a private car tour with a driver. Visit the Imperial City, the Thien Mu Pagoda, Tu Hieu Pagoda, Thuy Xuan Incense Village, and the Tombs of Minh Mang, Tu Duc, and Khai Dinh.
Discover the best of Hue on a private sightseeing tour with a local driver. Explore the city's top attractions, including the Imperial Citadel, Thien Mu Pagoda, Tu Hieu Buddhist Temple, Thuy Xuan Incense & Conical Hat Making Village, and the Tombs of the Nguyen Dynasty.

Be picked up from your hotel in Hue and head to the Imperial Citadel. Explore the area, also known as the Royal Palace or Forbidden City, which was constructed by the first two kings of the Nguyen Dynasty. Admire 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 pagoda's history and the story of the local people who dreamt about Lady Buddha sitting on the 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, which includes living and working areas for the king and queen, as well as a living room for his minor wives and concubines.

Visit the Tu Duc Tomb, which was built by King Tu Duc for himself. Learn about the king's life and work as you explore the 12-hectare tomb, which includes a temple area and a burial area.

Next, you will have chance to make a visit to Tu Hieu Buddhist Temple, a well-known pagoda for Royal Eunuchs of the Nguyen 's Emperors to live and bury after they retired from working to serve royal family.

Also, we will have a short visit to learn how poeple in Thuy Xuan local village to make for their living with conical hat and incense making for many hundred of years.

Finally, visit the Khai Dinh Tomb, the only royal tomb with a blend of Oriental and European styles. Admire the unique architecture and learn about the king who was buried underneath the tomb. After your tour, be dropped off back at your hotel in Hue.

You can also choose options to visit Gia Long Tomb, Thieu Tri Tomb, Dong Khanh Tomb, and Thuy Tien Abandoned Water Park.

Highlights

  • Explore the Imperial City, the center of economy, culture, and politics in Hue
  • Visit the Thien Mu Pagoda, the oldest and most famous pagoda in Hue
  • See the tombs of Minh Mang, Tu Duc, and Khai Dinh, all Nguyen Dynasty kings
  • Enjoy the flexibility to choose your own itinerary and visit the sights you want
  • Benefit from the convenience of hotel pickup and drop-off in Hue City Center

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable shoes for walking
Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect from the sun
Have some cash for personal expenses and entrance fees
Check the weather forecast and dress appropriately
Be ready at your pick-up point 10 minutes before the scheduled time
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NOT INCLUDED

When should I book?

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.


Cancellations

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.