Discover the imperial charm of Hue on a full-day, highly intimate group experience. Traverse the Perfume River by traditional dragon boat, explore royal tombs and historic citadels, sample authentic local cuisine, and meet traditional artisans making incense and conical hats.
Tour Type: Small Group Tour (Max 13 Pax)
Duration: Full Day (~8 hours)
Operating Hours: 08:00 – 16:15
Highlights: Dragon Boat Cruise, Thien Mu Pagoda, Imperial Citadel, Dong Ba Market, Minh Mang Tomb, Khai Dinh Tomb, Incense Making Village
Baseline Rates & $0.00 Checkout: The rate displayed above represents our baseline "Starting From" price per participant. Checkout is set to $0.00 so you can submit your travel preferences with zero upfront charges.
Group vs. Private Upgrades: While this tour is designed as a small group experience, we can arrange a fully Private Tour upon request. Please note that there is often a sizeable price difference when converting a group itinerary into a dedicated private tour due to private transport and guide logistics.
Tailored Itineraries & "Cut the Fluff": If you like this itinerary but want to adjust the pacing, skip specific stops, or "cut the fluff" to suit your group's preferences, we are happy to customize a private version for you.
How You Receive Your Final Invoice: Add this tour to your cart ($0.00) and complete the preference form during checkout. Our team will review your party size, private vs. group selection, and custom requests, then email you an exact price breakdown and secure payment invoice.
1.08:00 – 08:30 — Hotel Pick-up & Dragon Boat:Perfume River Cruise.
Pick up from your hotel in Hue city center. Board a traditional dragon boat for a serene cruise along the Perfume River to visit Thien Mu Pagoda, the oldest and most iconic pagoda in Hue.
2.09:15 — The Imperial Citadel:Royal Dynasty History.
Explore the expansive grounds of the Imperial Citadel (Forbidden Purple City), home to the Nguyen Dynasty—Vietnam's last royal family.
3.11:30 – 12:15 — Dong Ba Market & Local Lunch:Local Culture & Cuisine.
Immerse yourself in the bustling atmosphere of Dong Ba Market before stopping at a renowned local restaurant to enjoy lunch featuring authentic Hue specialties.
4.13:30 — Minh Mang & Khai Dinh Tombs:Royal Tombs.
Visit Minh Mang Tomb, famous for its majestic symmetry and natural surroundings, followed by Khai Dinh Tomb, an architectural masterpiece blending traditional Eastern motifs with Western influence.
5.15:30 – 16:15 — Incense Making Village & Drop-off:Craft Village & Return.
Visit a traditional Conical Hat and Incense Making Village for photos and artisan demonstrations. Return to Hue city center with drop-off directly at your hotel around 16:15.
Inclusions:
Modern 16-seater A/C vehicle transfers
Scenic Dragon Boat trip on the Perfume River
Professional English-speaking local guide
All entrance tickets to sites listed in the itinerary
Authentic Hue specialty lunch
Bottled drinking water (2 bottles per person/day)
Exclusions:
VAT and personal expenses
Personal appreciation / tips for guide and driver
Children Under 6 Years: 1 child free of charge per group (2nd child charged standard child rate).
Children Aged 6–11 Years: 75% of adult price.
Children Aged 12+ Years: Standard adult price (100%).
Discover the imperial charm of Hue on a full-day, highly intimate group experience. Traverse the Perfume River by traditional dragon boat, explore royal tombs and historic citadels, sample authentic local cuisine, and meet traditional artisans making incense and conical hats.
Tour Type: Small Group Tour (Max 13 Pax)
Duration: Full Day (~8 hours)
Operating Hours: 08:00 – 16:15
Highlights: Dragon Boat Cruise, Thien Mu Pagoda, Imperial Citadel, Dong Ba Market, Minh Mang Tomb, Khai Dinh Tomb, Incense Making Village
Baseline Rates & $0.00 Checkout: The rate displayed above represents our baseline "Starting From" price per participant. Checkout is set to $0.00 so you can submit your travel preferences with zero upfront charges.
Group vs. Private Upgrades: While this tour is designed as a small group experience, we can arrange a fully Private Tour upon request. Please note that there is often a sizeable price difference when converting a group itinerary into a dedicated private tour due to private transport and guide logistics.
Tailored Itineraries & "Cut the Fluff": If you like this itinerary but want to adjust the pacing, skip specific stops, or "cut the fluff" to suit your group's preferences, we are happy to customize a private version for you.
How You Receive Your Final Invoice: Add this tour to your cart ($0.00) and complete the preference form during checkout. Our team will review your party size, private vs. group selection, and custom requests, then email you an exact price breakdown and secure payment invoice.
1.08:00 – 08:30 — Hotel Pick-up & Dragon Boat:Perfume River Cruise.
Pick up from your hotel in Hue city center. Board a traditional dragon boat for a serene cruise along the Perfume River to visit Thien Mu Pagoda, the oldest and most iconic pagoda in Hue.
2.09:15 — The Imperial Citadel:Royal Dynasty History.
Explore the expansive grounds of the Imperial Citadel (Forbidden Purple City), home to the Nguyen Dynasty—Vietnam's last royal family.
3.11:30 – 12:15 — Dong Ba Market & Local Lunch:Local Culture & Cuisine.
Immerse yourself in the bustling atmosphere of Dong Ba Market before stopping at a renowned local restaurant to enjoy lunch featuring authentic Hue specialties.
4.13:30 — Minh Mang & Khai Dinh Tombs:Royal Tombs.
Visit Minh Mang Tomb, famous for its majestic symmetry and natural surroundings, followed by Khai Dinh Tomb, an architectural masterpiece blending traditional Eastern motifs with Western influence.
5.15:30 – 16:15 — Incense Making Village & Drop-off:Craft Village & Return.
Visit a traditional Conical Hat and Incense Making Village for photos and artisan demonstrations. Return to Hue city center with drop-off directly at your hotel around 16:15.
Inclusions:
Modern 16-seater A/C vehicle transfers
Scenic Dragon Boat trip on the Perfume River
Professional English-speaking local guide
All entrance tickets to sites listed in the itinerary
Authentic Hue specialty lunch
Bottled drinking water (2 bottles per person/day)
Exclusions:
VAT and personal expenses
Personal appreciation / tips for guide and driver
Children Under 6 Years: 1 child free of charge per group (2nd child charged standard child rate).
Children Aged 6–11 Years: 75% of adult price.
Children Aged 12+ Years: Standard adult price (100%).
