Private Shore Excursions from Chan May port to Hue Citadel & Royal Tomb
Overview
About
All entrance fees, taxes, and services are included in the tour price
What you'll do
Not until 1945 was Hue the national capital, the political, cultural, and religious center of Vietnam under the control of the Nguyen Dynasty. Hue is most well-known for its historic values, and it has been recognized as one of the World Heritage Sites by UNESCO.
Highlights:
- Visit the majestic Khai Dinh Tomb
- Visit the former royal capital of Hue from 1802 to 1945, including the Imperial City, the Forbidden Purple City, and the Emperor's private residence
- Visit Thien Mu Heavenly Lady Pagoda.
What is included?
- Modern air conditioning car or minivan with experienced driver
- Licenced informative English speaking tour guide, other languages are available on request
- Entrance tickets
- Authentic Vietnamese set menu lunch
- Cold bottles of water & cold towels
- Port permits
- Toll and parking fees
- Entry/Admission - Tomb of Khai Dinh
What is not included?
- Personal expenses
- Tips & gratuity
Additional Information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Itinerary
Hue Sacred Site Pilgrimages Itinerary (2026 Guide) – What You'll See & Do
Explore the full itinerary for Private Shore Excursions from Chan May port to Hue Citadel & Royal Tomb in Hue, Vietnam. This sacred site pilgrimages experience includes 3 stops over 1 day. Duration: 8 hours. Activity level: Light.
Here is the starting point
Hue Imperial City (The Citadel)
Hue Citadel, Hue’s prime attraction, which contains the Imperial City, the Forbidden Purple City and the Emperor’s Private Residence. Hue has been known as the Imperial City of the Nguyen Emperors rising to glory during their reign from 1803 – 1945.Read moreMore about Hue Imperial City (The Citadel)
Thien Mu Pagoda
Thien Mu Pagoda considered by many as the unofficial symbol of Hue, Thien Mu is an active Buddhist monastery with origins dating back to 1601. One of its most poignant displays is a car belonging to a former monk, who in 1963, drove to Saigon and set himself alight to protest against the South Vietnamese regime.Read moreMore about Thien Mu Pagoda
Tomb of Khai Dinh
- The serene Khai Dinh Royal Tomb, designed to blend in with its natural surroundings and built on principles of feng-shui.
- We will then begin our drive back to the port and we will have you back at least one hour or more before departure.Read moreMore about Tomb of Khai Dinh
This concludes the tour.
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