Top Hue Day Trips

Discover the UNESCO-listed monuments of historic Hue at a relaxed pace on a small-group tour that’s ideal for first-time visitors. You’ll travel by van, on foot, and on a traditional dragon boat to see the city from three different perspectives, while you enjoy personalized attention in an intimate group limited to 12 people.

The journey from Hue to Hoi An passes by many popular Vietnam attractions, and this one-way transfer allows you to choose from four different sightseeing itineraries along the way. Travel between the two cities in the comfort of a private vehicle and stop along the way to admire the Marble Mountain, visit Thien Mu Pagoda, take in the views along the Hai Van Pass, or see the Golden Bridge.

- Choose to Tour by Private Car or Motorbike with Driver to See Countryside of Hue - Enjoying Refreshing Dragon Boat Cruise on Romantic Perfume River (Huong River) - Learn about life of the Kings; their wives, concubines & eunuchs with local expert - Visiting the most famous, the Nicest and Oldest pagoda in Hue named Thien Mu - Learning about the importance of Buddhism to our local community in Vietnam - Visiting the Best Royal Tombs of the Emperors to learn about Vietnamese Royalty.

Travelers interested in Vietnamese and military history will enjoy this themed small-group tour of Hue. You’ll visit the DMZ, the buffer zone between North and South Vietnam during the Vietnam War, as well as four war-related museums. See relics of the war and learn more about this dramatic period of 20th century history. Learn more from your guide than you would touring alone.

Explore ancient Hue’s historical attractions on this private half-day tour of temples, ruins, and the Imperial Citadel. See the Thien Mu Pagoda and enjoy views of the Perfume River, then set sail on a dragon boat to enjoy views of the city from the water. Various tour options with hotel pickup are available to suit your interests and schedule.

Experience the attractions and landscapes of Ninh Binh your way, away from the crowds, on this private tour from Hanoi. Ninh Binh Tour from Hanoi with a Private Guide and Car • All entrance fees, boat ride, and bicycle included • Complimentary Vietnamese restaurant lunch arranged for you • Customize your experience to suit your needs with this private tour Please click the booking button. We have several other options for you to choose from, such as your preferred itinerary or time.

The caves of Phong Nha are otherworldly underground structures, but knowing where to begin your exploration in the sprawling national park can feel confusing. This full-day tour from Hue eliminates the guesswork and sorts the logistics, so you can focus on marveling at Paradise Cave both on foot and by boat for two perspectives.

OPTION 1 - Visit Da Nang and Hoi An (7 hours including 2 ways transfer): - Sightseeing Stop in beautiful Lap An Lagoon and local fishing village. - Driving through amazing Hai Van Pass (Cloudy Pass in Da Nang City) - Walking and shopping in World Heritage City of Hoi An Ancient Town OPTION 2 - Visit Hue Imperial Capital (7 hours including 2 ways transfer): - Walking to visit the Imperial Citadel and Forbidden City of Hue Vietnam - Learning about life of the Kings, their Wives, Concubines and Eunuchs - Visiting the most famous and nicest Pagoda in Hue named Thien Mu - Visiting Best Tomb of the Emperor to learn about Vietnamese Culture OPTION 3 - Visit Ba Na Hills with Bridge (8 hours including 2 ways transfer): - Sightseeing Stops in beautiful Lap An Lagoon and local fishing village. - Driving through amazing Hai Van Pass (Cloudy Pass in Da Nang City) - Riding cable car to enjoy the scenery and famous Golden Hand Bridge

Explore the highlights of the Hai Van Pass and the journey from Hoi An to Hue (or vice versa) on a motorcycle with an experienced driver on this incredible full-day private tour. Whether you want to travel north or south, this journey is sure to be a one to remember, with amazing scenery and visits to Tam Giang Lagoon, Suoi Mo Waterfall, Lang Co Beach, and the Marble Mountains.

Learn more about Hue’s grand history on a walking tour inside the UNESCO-listed Imperial City. You won’t struggle to keep up with or to hear your guide as this is an intimate small-group tour. Better understand the beautiful architecture that you see within the walled city, and hear stories from Hue’s past that bring depth and meaning to the old buildings. Upgrade options are a family-friendly tour, private tours, a sunrise or sunset tour, or a meal.

Discover Vietnam’s scenic Hai Van Pass on a private motorbike tour from Hue, Da Nang, or Hoi An—with the choice to ride as a pillion passenger with an Easy Rider or drive yourself (for licensed riders). Ride with a local guide, and enjoy photo breaks at Linh Ung Pagoda, Tam Giang Lagoon, Mo Waterfall, Lang Co Beach, the Marble Mountains, the abandoned water park, and the Hai Van Pass. Along the way, refuel with stops for local food and drinks (own expense).

Turn traveling from Hue to Da Nang into a day of adventure with this private transfer service. Picked up from your destination in Hue, you’ll hop into your exclusive ride and travel over the scenic Hai Van Pass, one of Vietnam’s most beautiful drives. After the roughly 3-hour journey, you’ll arrive at your destination recharged, relaxed, and fueled by the region's immense beauty.

When you see the scenery, you’ll be so glad you didn’t sleep through the journey from Hue to Hoi An. This private transfer between the two Central Vietnam hot spots includes several sightseeing stops to break up the journey, so you can enjoy photos at the Hai Van Pass and Lang Co Beach.

Hue Car Rental Service: City Tour by Private Car with English speaking driver to customize your own itinerary for transfer Hue/Phong Nha/Danang/Hoi An, and/or visiting the best sightseeing places in Hue. Choose from the Citadel (Imperial City & Forbidden City), Thien Mu Pagoda, and 3 best royal tombs of Emperors Minh Mang, Tu Duc, and Khai Dinh. You can also extend your trip to visit some other places like: Tombs of Gia Long and Dong Khanh, Thuy Tien Abandoned Water Park, and Thuy Xuan Conical and Incense Making Village.

Tour Itinerary: 8:00 – 8:15 AM: Pickup from your hotel or meeting point. Board the Dragon Boat at Thuyen Toa Kham Pier to cruise upstream on the Perfume River. Highlights include Truong Tien Bridge and Thien Mu Pagoda. 9:30 AM: Visit Hue Garden House. 10:00 AM: Explore the Imperial City, featuring Ngo Mon Gate, Thai Hoa Palace, and more. Lunch: Enjoy Hue specialties at a local restaurant. 1:30 PM: Visit Minh Mang Tomb and Khai Dinh Tomb. 4:00 PM: Enjoy the view from Vong Canh Hill. 5:00 PM: Return to the meeting point to conclude the tour.

Transfer from Hue to Hoi An by car with our own professional driver will take around 8 hours when traveling directly, however the most popular option for tourists is Hue to Hoi An by private car – making a full day of this journey with amazing sightseeing opportunities and also give you a chance to know more about the local life, Vietnam Culture Highlights - Relax with a hassle-free transfer from Hue to Hoi An - Stop to enjoy Lang Co beach - Drive over the Hai Van pass - Admire the amazing view of Golden Bridge, French Village, and other beautiful landscapes in Ba Na Hills - See the Marble Mountains, named after the five elements

Get an in-depth look at Hue on this guided group tour. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the city sits on the Perfume River and boasts citadels, palaces, and royal tombs. The itinerary includes a dragon boat ride to the Thien Mu pagoda, the Imperial Citadel, Dong Ba Market, Khai Dinh King’s Tomb, and more.

Our local guides take small groups (max 8) to family eateries that don't advertise — where cooks have been making the same bánh nậm (flat steamed rice cake with prawn and pork), bánh khoái (crispy Hue-style pancake) and nem lụi (grilled pork skewers wrapped in rice paper) for generations. Eight signature dishes across three hours. These are the foods of Hue, a city where royal cuisine and home cooking have long influenced each other: techniques from the Nguyễn court traveled into neighborhood kitchens, and street-stall flavors made their way back into court banquets. Choose how to move: on foot through hidden alleys, by cyclo along the Perfume River, or by scooter to spots further outside the city center. The kind of tour we'd take a friend on if they came to visit.

Experience the thrill of riding over the Hai Van Pass, a stunning mountain road winding its way through the lush valleys and jungle between Hue and Hoi An. This full-day private motorcycle tour is the best way to experience these incredible landscapes, with your experienced driver focusing on the road so you can take in the amazing scenery. You’ll also stop at Suoi Voi (Elephant Springs), Lang Co Beach, and the Marble Mountains along the way.

Travel one way from Hue to Hoi An or Da Nang, exploring Hai Van Pass in an open-air Army jeep before continuing by car. Enjoy convenient pickup from your Hue hotel, unobstructed views along Hai Van Pass, and the option to add stops like Tam Giang Lagoon, Elephant Springs, Lang Co Beach, and Marble Mountain along the route.

Enjoy a scenic dragon boat cruise along the Perfume River, visit the historic Thien Mu Pagoda, and explore the stunning royal tombs of the Nguyen Dynasty — including Tu Duc, Minh Mang, and Khai Dinh

Join this unique small group tour to visit one of Vietnam's most historical and interesting places - the Demilitarized Zone! This zone once served as the area which separated the North and South of Vietnam - with the famous Ben Hai River acting as the main border between the two. Have the chance to explore the Hien Luong Bridge which crosses the Ben Hai River; The Khe Sanh Army Base and a traveler's favorite - the Vinh Moc Tunnels, an underground network militarized village that is the largest in Vietnam!

See Hue in two different ways on this sightseeing tour by car and by boat. Spend the morning driving to Hue Imperial City, Minh Mang Tomb, and Khai Dinh tomb; and then switch over to a boat for cruise along the Perfume River to Thien Mu Pagoda and a garden house. Throughout the tour, your guide shares Hue history and culture that you might miss on your own.