Hue Citadel tour by authentic Train via Hai Van Pass from Da Nang
Overview
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Join this guided trip with our local experts to explore a perfect blend of natural beauty, cultural heritage, and culinary delights of Hue.
Experience the uniquely scenic & local train with different picturesque landscape views on the way, especially the famous Hai Van Pass & enjoy the breathtaking views of the coastline.
Then, we admire the pristine white sand beach, crystal-clear waters at Lang Co Beach.
In Hue Imperial City, we'll tell you all fascinating historical stories & visit the unique architecture with the confluence of many cultures.
Be impressed by the well-preserved architectures from the last dynasty at Khai Dinh Emperor’s tomb.
Immerse yourself in a sense of tranquility and spiritual serenity of Thien Mu pagoda and Perfume river.
Moreover, you'll be full satisfied with delicious local food at lunch.
Don't forget to feel how enthusiastic & experienced our guides are as we always try best to bring the happiness, deliver great stories to our beloved travelers.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by at least an adult
In case if it has to be cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
Check the weather forecast (we also check & inform you) in advance to prepare weather-appropriate clothes
You'll receive a confirmation at the time of booking
Please provide us your WhatsApp or phone number for us to easily contact and confirm the pick-up time & location
Don't hesitate to ask us if you have any question about accessibility. For quick support, contact us 24/7.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
In some cases, we cannot guarantee a window seat, as it depends on availability and the seat rotation policy of the train. However, we will do our best to book for you the best one we can.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Da Nang
Thank you for coming to our fantastic Da Nang. Be ready for a 1-day memorable adventure with our local expert! 6:45am: We pick up the group in Da Nang city center to depart to Da Nang Train Station and start the journey exploring Hue city.
At the Da Nang Train Station, you will get on our local train. Around 1.5 hours by train from Da Nang Train Station to Lang Co Train Station in Hue, you can enjoy a picturesque route along the coast of central Vietnam, offering stunning views of beaches, mountains, and countryside landscapes. This scenic route provides us with a unique and enjoyable way to experience the natural beauty of the region. Train travel can be more comfortable & relaxing compared to other modes of transportation. You can sit back, relax, and enjoy the journey while the train takes us to the destination. Trains typically offer more legroom and seating space, allowing you to stretch out and unwind during the trip.
What‘s Included
Lunch - Vietnamese Local Cuisine (vegetarian food available)
Entry/Admission- Hue Imperial City, Khai Dinh Tomb & Thien Mu Pagoda (if option selected)
Enthusiastic, experienced & professional English-speaking local guide
Air-Conditioned bus/coach with Safe Driver
Bottled water
A two-way hotel transfers pick up & drop off in Da Nang city center
A one-way Da Nang - Lang Co station in Hue by local and authentic train ticket
Tips for tour guide & driver
Surcharge in Vietnam public holidays (we'll inform you in advance via Whatsapp message)
Entry ticket to Khai Dinh tomb ( If you choose option" no entry tickets")
Entry ticket to Hue Imperial city ( If you choose option" no entry tickets")
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Big group no entry tickets
Big group, maximum 25 pax
29-seater bus/ coach
Entry tickets not included: This option does not include pre-purchased tickets. Your guide can help you purchase tickets on-site.
Pickup included
Small group with entry tickets
Small group, maximum 12 people
16-seater van
Entry Tickets Included: This option includes tickets to the Imperial City of Hue, Khai Dinh Tomb and Thien Mu Pagoda.
Pickup included
Small group no entry tickets
Small group, maximum 12 people
16-seater van
Entry tickets not included: This option does not include pre-purchased tickets. Your guide can help you purchase tickets on-site.
Pickup included
Big group with entry tickets
Big group, maximum 25 people
29-seater Bus/ coach
Entry tickets Included: This option includes tickets to the Imperial City of Hue, Khai Dinh Tomb and Thien Mu Pagoda.
Pickup included
Reviews
334 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great train trip and Hue highlights.
J3075GCpeterh,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent trip. Lovely guide, Sky who was great. Good lunch at restaurant and fun train journey. Pickup was on time Guide called 10 mins before to let us know when they were arriving.
Fun
C5105HTmichaele,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very good guide! Enjoyed all the sites Would definitely recommend 👌
Hue Imperial Palace, Pagoda, Tomb
Joan L,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Really impressed with this tour company. The organisation was seamless, everything ran smoothly, and communication was excellent throughout. Our guide, Tom, was great, knowledgeable, friendly, and made the whole experience easy and enjoyable. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a well-run and hassle-free tour.
Great guide!
414nikolan,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Mariana made this tour an incredible experience! She shared a lot of interesting knowledge, spoke very good English, and had a great sense of humor! 😁 She managed the group very professionally and kept perfect track of time. The places themselves wouldn’t have been nearly as special without her. The lunch was also very good, with a wide variety of different snacks to choose from. The morning train ride with beautiful views was also a really nice experience and a great way to start the day. We definitely recommend this tour if you want to see a lot in a short amount of time.
Happy day with Mariana
pushpa g,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mariana is awesome guide. She took wonderful care of our group on this tour. I am vegetarian and she made sure we had enough food to eat. Her English is very good and she has good knowledge and explains very well about the history of wish her good luck for all future endeavors.
Great full day tour!
963glenk,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sky was an amazing tour guide. Great train ride, van was new & comfy, sites we visited were very interesting and Sky was very knowledgeable about them all. The lunch was great too. Would highly recommend!
Most informative tour for Hue City
naomi c,,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Harry is a great tour guide. He is funny, entertaining, helpful and very informative. I have better understanding in Vietnam history and its culture after the tour. The food the tour provided is very good too. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to visit Hue City.
For everyone who is interested in Vietnamese culture and history
Ricky S,,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The daytour to Hue was very interesting and enjoyable thanks to our tourguide Thinh. He talked about all of the Vietnamese dynasties en highlighted the important events and kings. I highly recommend this tour for everyone who is interested in Vietnamese culture and history.
Great trip along the coast
Kevin G,,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mariana was a great host and gave us so much useful information about Hue and the greater Vietnam. She went out of her way for us to learn about the culture and we really appreciated that. Thank you so much!
Great tour!
Kevin G,,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was incredibly informative to see all of the different sites chosen for us in and around Hue. Mariana was a great host and taught us so much about Hue and Vietnam in general. Thank you!
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