Tours & Sightseeing in Hue

Get to know Hue, the former imperial capital of Vietnam, on a full-day city tour with a knowledgeable guide. Learn about Hue's history as the religious, economic and cultural heart of the country under the Nguyen dynasty as you see attractions such as Thien Mu Pagoda, Dong Ba Market and the tombs of emperors. You'll also take a boat ride on the Perfume River.

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.

Admire the sunrise or sunset on Tam Giang Lagoon, the perfect destination for visitors to Hue who appreciate the beauty of natural landscapes. This half-day trip includes a dawn or dusk boat ride on the lagoon, combined with a bike or walking tour of local villages. Learn about aquaculture and local fishing practices from your guide and observe bamboo weaving and skilled artisans at work.

Relive the glory of the Imperial City and cruise the romantic Perfume River on this private 8-hour tour of Hue's best bits. Stand in awe before the UNESCO-listed monuments of Hue Citadel; learn how the Perfume River earned its evocative name as you cruise to the Thien Mu Pagoda; and put your haggling skills to use at the Dong Ba Market. After a typical Vietnamese lunch (included), explore the grand Tu Duc Tomb and visit a crafts village where conical hats and incense are made.

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.

- Experience a real countryside of Hue by motorbike. - Interact with local people. - Taste a Local Coffee. - Have a lot of fun with local people. - See the real, everyday life of local people through the motorbike ways.. - Say Hello and Hi-Five with local children. - Learn how to make Conical hat and incense sticks. - Tu Hieu Pagoda. - American and French Bunker Hill. - Great sunset on Perfume River and mountain.

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.

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.

Travel around Huế by cycle rickshaw.  Local riders will take you from your hotel around Huế's Imperial City, the former political, religious, and cultural centre of the Nguyen Dynasty until 1945.  Once home to the Imperial Family and Emperors of Vietnam, you'll see the Citadel, Nine Holy Cannons, Nine Dynastic Urns, The Flag Tower, Ngọ Môn Gate, Thai Hoa Palace, and the Forbidden Purple City.

Hop on your bicycle and set out for a full day of culture and adventure. Ride to the Citadel, then on to Truc Chi Garden for a class in bamboo paper art. After lunch, cycle into the countryside to see local life in action. Visit a local market and if you like, go fishing with the villagers.

Explore a pagoda that helped make Hue a UNESCO World Heritage Site on a 4-hour city tour that includes a boat cruise to Thien Mu Pagoda, hotel pickup and drop-off in the city center, and entrance fees. After visiting the Thien Mu Pagoda, you'll get a taste of Hue's bustling modern culture at Dong Ba Market, where vendors display colorful produce, handicrafts, and local wares. Morning and afternoon departures are available.

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.

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.

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.

Spend a full day exploring UNESCO-listed Hue and relive the glory of the former Imperial capital. Get a taste of local life at the buzzing Dong Ba Market; cruise along the Perfume River to the sacred Thien Mu pagoda; then marvel over historic monuments like the Forbidden Purple City and Kinh Thanh Citadel. After lunch (own expense), discover the legacy of the Nguyen Dynasty with a visit to the elaborate Tu Duc and Khai Dinh tombs.