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.
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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
438 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A day to remember in Hue Vietnam
nikkop372,Jun 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing Hue Temple and Royal Tomb Tour We had a wonderful experience exploring the temples and royal tombs in Hue. The historical sites were beautiful, well-preserved, and rich in history, giving us a deeper appreciation of Vietnam’s culture and heritage. A special thank you to our tour guide, Van Thao Nguyen, for making this trip truly memorable. She was knowledgeable, professional, friendly, and passionate about sharing the history behind every site we visited. Her explanations were clear, informative, and engaging, bringing the stories of the kings, temples, and royal tombs to life. She was also very attentive to our group’s needs, ensuring everyone was comfortable and enjoying the tour throughout the day. Her warm personality, patience, and enthusiasm made the experience even more special for our family. We highly recommend this Hue temple and royal tomb tour, especially with Van Thao Nguyen as your guide. Thank you for an unforgettable experience and for helping us discover the beauty, history, and culture of Hue. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5/5 – Highly recommended!
Fantastic tour
Leslie Q,May 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour is long but very well worth it. Candy gave us a great overview and detail of each site we went to. She was flexible with me when taking pictures or when I got separated from the tour because of me buying something near the palace. I highly recommend this tour.
10 out of 10!
Jake B,May 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour Guide Mariana was very knowledgeable and fun! It was beautiful to see the ancient Vietnamese art, buildings and learn more about the history of this beautiful country. Mariana will make you feel welcomed, making sure you have fun and share some laughs along the way! Would highly recommend if you want to actually know more about this beautiful country.
Over all good experience
elangom2026,May 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Best experience a mix of experience of traditions culture and artitectural heritage of hue the imperial city... Only thing is it's very hot when we travel (May )
Trip review
540reali,May 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ms. Candy was good and friendly.The trip was informative.
Sky was our tour guide. Sky has excellent knowledge of the final dynasty with 13 emperors from Hue and he engaged us. Sky was
Joan K,May 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sky was funny, atttentive and knowledgeable.
A must visit when in Danang
Richard D,May 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The Hue Imperial Citadel is a must see place.. It is huge. The restaurant is nice with good food. Other spots we visited are just add ons but they are also good for photos.
Excellent itinerary for whole day tour
Fimani,May 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Hi , We recently when to Hue city from Hoi Ann with a whole day with Daco tours. Our experience was very good. Our guide Van was a enthusiastic person who gave us details and more importantly could answer our questions and could keep our group engaged. The tour is definitely fast paced and ideal for those who want to cover Hue in a day. However I would say please stay in Hue for a night or two if your itinerary permits. The citadel complex is huge and the tombs also have a lot of walking. The lunch served could have been better but overall we enjoyed our experience with Daco Tours and our guide was fantastic. She made sure we got our transportation arranged back to Hoi An before she left us. The drive drove safely and infact gave me his charger which was of great help.
Hue City and the Citadel
Kathryn W,May 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00From Da Nang to Hue City is a lengthy journey but worth it for the beautiful views of the Han Van pass. The Citadel is spread over a huge area and there is a great deal to explore. However, we were merely given a walkthrough the citadel with no time to take in the sights or take photos. There were some old photos with their history on display but we were unable to stop to read and examine them. Felt let down and left feeling that we didn’t get as much as we should have from this tourist destination. I wouldn’t recommend visiting the citadel from Da Nang and this trip has not been the best experience in all the places we’ve explored in Vietnam
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!
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