Hue City and The Citadel via Hai Van Pass Daily Small Group Tour
Overview
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Let's take a walk around the Imperial area & imagine a day as a King of Vietnam, see the remnants from centuries of a war-torn area- targeted for its strategic location.
Take a trip with us, you'll see how enthusiastic & passionate our guides are as we always try best to bring the happiness, deliver great stories about our country to beloved travelers, and to devote to sustainable tourism development and give hand to reserve the world heritage as well.
You'll visit Hue Imperial City – the former administrative center as well as the accommodation of 13 Kings of the Nguyen Dynasty - the last feudatory Empire of Vietnam.
Visiting Thien Mu Pagoda will give you a clearer view of the spiritual culture of the Vietnamese people and sightseeing the majestic scenery of Perfume river.
It's also a special spotlight to admire the tombs of Khai Dinh King & experience architectural & religious influence of France. Such a nice experience to know more about the old time of Southeast Asia culture.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by at least an adult
It's a daily tour. 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.
Not recommended for children under 5 years old.
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! 7:30am: We'll pick you up from the hotel in Da Nang city center and drive along the coastal beach of Da Nang Bay before coming to Hue for our amazing trip.
Hai Van Pass
On the way to Hue City, we'll stop to visit the magnificent Hai Van Pass for its breathtaking natural beauty & stunning panoramic views. As one of the most scenic coastal roads in Vietnam, it offers a mesmerizing blend of lush green mountains & crystal-clear blue waters of the East Sea. Additionally, the pass is steeped in history, having been a strategic military location during the Vietnam War. Don't forget to listen many unique & interesting stories about it from our local guide. From there, you can enjoy the panorama view of Da Nang City, Tien Sa Port and Son Tra Peninsula. It stands at 500m above sea level, making it the highest pass in Vietnam.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Lunch - Vietnamese Local Cuisine (vegetarian food available)
Enthusiastic, experienced & professional English-speaking local guide
Entry tickets to attractions (if you select the option " Tour with entry tickets")
A two-way hotel transfers pick up & drop off in Da Nang city center
Travel Insurance
Modern Air-Conditioned bus/coach with Safe Driver
Tips for tour guide & driver
Surcharge in Vietnam public holidays (we'll inform you in advance via Whatsapp message)
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
HoiAn: Tour no entry tickets
Pick up from Hoi An center: Free pick up & drop off at your hotel in Hoi An city center. Tour without entry tickets: This option doesn't include entry tickets to Khai Dinh Tomb, Hue Imperial Citadel, and Thien Mu Pagoda. Pickup included
Danang: Tour with entry ticket
Pick up from Da Nang center: Free pick up & drop off at your hotel in Da Nang city center. Tour with entry tickets: This option includes entry tickets to Khai Dinh Tomb, Hue Imperial Citadel, and Thien Mu Pagoda. Pickup included
HoiAn: Tour with entry tickets
Pick up from Hoi An center: Free pick up & drop off at your hotel in Hoi An city center. Tour with entry tickets: This option includes entry tickets to Khai Dinh Tomb, Hue Imperial Citadel, and Thien Mu Pagoda. Pickup included
Danang: Tour no entry tickets
Pick up from Da Nang center: Free pick up and drop off at your hotel in Da Nang city center. Tour without entry tickets : This option doesn't include entry tickets to Khai Dinh Tomb, Hue Imperial Citadel, and Thien Mu Pagoda. You will buy on-site. Pickup included
Reviews
431 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
From Hải Vân Pass to Huế Citadel – A Day to Remember
annen259,May 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful experience on the Huế City & Citadel via Hải Vân Pass daily small group tour. Our guide Marianna was patient, professional, and went out of her way to make the day enjoyable, even helping us take photos and ensuring we had enough time to capture the beautiful sights along the way. The driver was polite and safe, and the van was clean, comfortable, and well air-conditioned. Best of all, we finally got to visit places we had always wanted to see, with a delicious lunch included as a lovely bonus. The experience also inspired me to want to buy a book and learn more about the tumultuous and often heartbreaking history of Vietnam. Highly recommended!
Memorable tour
S3685JK,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I and my husband joined Candy's tour （Hue day trip from Da nang）. Candy had great historic knowledges and she was so kind and warm for all guests. The lunch in Hue was excellent because we enjoyed many local food. We hope we will join next time. Thank you very much!
Beautiful vistas of the Hue Palace and the mountains
elenaoF6721CX,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We are pleased with our long-awaited trip to Hue, it has been on our plans to visit for some time. The pickup from the hotel was right on time, driving through the mountain range allowed us to enjoy the stunning views of the sea, the hills, and the greenery. Happy with the opportunity to take a few photos against a picturesque backdrop. The Hue Palace, the Pagoda and the Mausoleum were beautiful. We are pleased with this condensed yet informative trip. Toan was a skilful story-teller and shared many interesting facts about Vietnam’s history and culture. The overall pace of the tour was calm and well-paced. Toan offered sufficient time to explore the sites on our own. It was a lovely tour.
A great tour!
Michael M,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sky, our tour was fantastic!!! I highly recommend this tour!!!
Hue City Highlights
analaurena,Apr 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great Hue City tour with our guide, Candy. She was knowledgeable, friendly, and made the experience engaging without feeling rushed. We especially enjoyed visiting Imperial City and Thien Mu Pagoda with her insightful explanations. Overall, a smooth and enjoyable tour—highly recommended!
A full day to Hué
Jim in Kailua,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It makes for a very full day, they picked us up at our hotel in My Khe (much appreciated!) at 7:30 and dropped us back at 17:30. Tour guide Candy spoke English and shared lots of historical information about the sites which made the experience more meaningful. There were 8 in our group. Water, a very tasty Vietnamese lunch (vegetarians accomodated), and entry tickets were included. The drive through the cloud pass on the way over was pretty spectacular, too.
Excellent!!!! Great tour...
Keith S,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent!!!! Great tour and very well organized. Our guide was amazing! Very knowledgeable and passionate about the tour, the history and culture about Hue, the sites, and Vietnam. He brought the history alive with his storytelling. I highly recommended this tour!
Hue Day Tour with Hai Van Pass ❤️
Monk Chef14,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a beautiful experience. Getting to know the history of Hue & Vietnam as well as experiencing the amazing architecture, art and culture. It's a must if in Da Nang ❤️ Our guide SKY was very informative, with decent English & good communication. Keeping us all engaged. One small suggestion is to include Lang co beach as well to cover everything during our drive to the pass
Do this Tour!
Per E,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sky was a great guide and a very interesting history tour
Great trip
maheetg,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Experience was very good, Sky was very knowledgeable about history of Vietnam and explained it very clearly in English. Had adequate time to visit all the attractions in the city and was a comfortable car ride to and from.
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