Full-day Tours in Central Vietnam

Visit Thien Mu Pagoda by boat on a Perfume River (Huong River) cruise during this private tour. Learn about the Buddhist landmark from your own personal guide before a short drive to visit the tombs of Khai Dinh and Minh Mang, former Nguyen emperors. After a restaurant lunch of Hue cuisine, wander through the Imperial City of Hue and the Forbidden Purple City, both part of the UNESCO World Heritage site where you'll learn about Vietnam's history. Private hotel transfers are included.

Escape the bustle of Hue for true wilderness on this guided day trip to Bach Ma National Park. Savor bird's-eye views of mountains, lakes, lagoons, villages, and beaches from the summit of Bach Ma. Explore the scenic Five Lakes, view the towering Do Quyen Waterfall, and keep an eye out for the park's many rare animals. Tour includes lunch and door-to-door round-trip transfers.

Venture off-road along the Son Tra Peninsula on this full-day Jeep tour from Da Nang. Take in the views from the Marble Mountains; enjoy a picnic lunch on Monkey Mountain; visit landmarks such as the ancient Banyan Tree and Linh Ung pagoda on the Son Tra Peninsula; and drive the thrilling Hai Van mountain pass. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

No visit to Hue is complete without a cruise on the Perfume River (Song Huong River). Combine a river cruise with a visit to The Citadel (Dai Noi), a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on a stress-free tour that's designed with first-time visitors in mind. You'll see highlights such as the Thien Mu Pagoda, enjoy a lunch of traditional Vietnamese dishes, and benefit from the convenience of hotel pickup and drop-off.

Lovers of good food will enjoy this sightseeing tour, which includes a cooking lesson. Visit many of the must-see sights of Hue, stopping in the middle of the day to prepare and eat a meal at the Thanh Hoan Eco Restaurant. This is the ideal way to get the most out of a short time in Hue, as a variety of sights and experiences are included, from historic sights to gastronomic delights.

Cruising the Perfume River is a popular activity for visitors to Hue, but for an active alternative, opt to explore by bike. Cycle around Hue's UNESCO-listed Citadel and Imperial City, enjoy a delicious Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant, then bike along the Perfume River to see the Thien Mu pagoda and Royal Nguyen Tombs.

Travel with an informative guide along the the Son Tra Peninsula from Da Nang. Your full-day itinerary includes the Goddess of Mercy, aka Lady Buddha, a 17-floor Bodhisattva statue at Linh Ung Pagoda. Visit Non Nuoc, a centuries-old stone carving village located at the foot of the Marble Mountains, and explore Huyen Khong Cave. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Immerse yourself in the rich cultural tapestry of Hue on a full-day sightseeing tour of the city and its scenic surroundings. Pleasure your palate with exotic ingredients at the Dong Ba Market; explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Hue Imperial City on a guided walking tour; and absorb the sacred atmosphere of a local nunnery as you enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch. Conclude your tour with a tranquil cruise down the Perfume River (Huong River) and enjoy personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour, where numbers are limited to 12 people.

Spend the day exploring the natural trails of Bach Ma National Park, without the worry of getting lost, on a full-day tour from Hue. You'll benefit from the insider knowledge of your guide as you admire more than 1,500 different plant species and visit lesser-known spots for panoramic views and relaxing breaks. Plus, included hotel pickup and drop-off mean you won't waste any time trying to find a start point.