About this tour
You can also enjoy a famous dragon boat ride, Hue royal court cuisine, and Hue's original salt coffee.
On the second day, we will visit the World Heritage Sites of Gia Long and Thu Duc Mausoleum on the outskirts of Hue, and after lunch of Hue royal cuisine, we will return from Hue to Da Nang by train.
Schedule
Day 1
06:45 - 07:30
Departure from hotel in Da Nang or Hoi An city
Your Japanese guide will pick you up at your hotel and drive you to Da Nang Station.
07:45
From Da Nang Station, take the sightseeing train “Central Heritage Connection” (HD2) to Hue
Along the way, there will be a 10-minute stop at Lang Co station, where passengers can enjoy spectacular views of Lang Co Bay. You can also see the beautiful Hai Van Pass from the window of the meandering train.
There are programs on the train where you can enjoy Hue culture, such as traditional music and Hue cuisine (for a fee).
11:26
After arriving at Hue Station, drive to a restaurant for lunch.
12:00
Lunch (Hue cuisine)
Enjoy a Hue lunch at Tran Restaurant.
13:15
World Heritage Site “Kai Dinh Mausoleum”
This is the tomb of the 12th emperor of the Nguyen Dynasty, Emperor Cai Dinh (reigned 1916-25).As the Nguyen dynasty came to an end with the next Emperor Bao Dai, Cai Dinh Mausoleum is the last imperial mausoleum of the dynasty. Built in a fusion of Western and Eastern styles with French and Chinese influences, it uses beautiful vessels and bottles from all over Asia, including Chinese pottery and Japanese beer bottles for its mosaic decorations.
14:15
World Heritage Site “Nguyen Dynasty Royal Palace”
The Nguyen Dynasty Palace, which was home to Vietnam's last dynasty for 143 years from 1802 to 1945, is the highest building among the buildings registered as a World Heritage Site and is a tourist spot that symbolizes Hue.
Within the vast grounds surrounded by a castle wall with a circumference of 2.5km (604m from north to south, 620m from east to west), there are still buildings that convey the culture of the imperial court. Although much of it was destroyed during the Vietnam War, many unique traces of the feudal system of the Nguyen dynasty remain.
*Taihe Hall at Hue Royal Palace is currently undergoing restoration work and cannot be visited until August 23, 2025, but other royal palaces can be visited.
Nguyen Dynasty Palace/Vietnam Hue Tourism
“Hue Palace Antiques Museum”
The oldest museum in Hue, built by Emperor Khai Dinh in 1923, displays over 8,000 court artifacts, and you can see the emperor's clothes, tableware, furniture, and more. You can enter with your Royal Palace ticket.
16:00
Cafe time at Giao Cafe (salt coffee)
Enjoy the famous salt coffee at Hue's famous cafe.
The mix of sweet milk and salty coffee is a taste that you cannot experience in Japan.
16:45
"Thien Mu Pagoda"
Thien Mu Pagoda, built on a hill facing the Huong River, is the oldest temple in Hue, built in 1601, with beautiful landscapes, gardens, and views of the Huong River.
Built in 1845 by the 3rd Thieu Tri Emperor, the 21m high, seven-story octagonal Ci Ren Pagoda (Thu Nhan Pagoda) is a familiar symbol of Hue.
Thien Mu Temple / Vietnam Hue Sightseeing "Dragon Boat Cruise on Phong River"
Ride on Hue's famous dragon boat.
You can purchase drinks such as beer, soft drinks, and water on board.
*In case of rain, boarding will be canceled.
18:00
Drop off at hotel
*Dinner is not included in the tour. Please enjoy by yourself.
Stay at 5-star Sennahue Hotel
Day 2
08:30
After checking out of the hotel, go sightseeing in Hue by car
09:15
“Emperor Zalong’s Mausoleum”
This is the mausoleum of the first Emperor Gia Long (reigned 1802-1820), located on a wide flat hill in Phuong Tho village, 17 km from Hue city, which is the furthest of all the imperial tombs.
The inside of the mausoleum is divided into an area where the tombs of the emperor and empress are located, and an area where Myeongseongjeon, a chapel, is located.
Mausoleum of Emperor Gia Long / Vietnam Hue Tourism
10:45
“Thu Duc Imperial Tomb”
The tomb of the fourth Emperor Tu Duc (r. 1847-83) is one of the magnificent buildings of the Nguyen dynasty.
On the grounds, there are mausoleums and living halls (prayer halls) arranged side by side around a large lotus pond, and on the banks of the pond there is a wooden temple where Emperor Duc would come to rest, compose poems, and enjoy boating.
Mausoleum of Emperor Thu Duc /Vietnam Hue Tourism
12:00
Lunch (Hue court cuisine)
Enjoy Hue Royal Cuisine at Conzancea Restaurant
*If you wish to wear royal palace costumes, there will be an additional charge (50,000VND/PAX).
After lunch, go to Hue Station
14:05
Take the train from Hue Station (HD3) to Da Nang
Along the way, there will be a 10-minute stop at Lang Co station, where passengers can enjoy spectacular views of Lang Co Bay. You can also see the beautiful Hai Van Pass from the window of the meandering train.
17:40
After arriving at Da Nang Station, you will be transferred by car to your hotel in Da Nang or Hoi An.
Included items/Precautions
Included
Vehicle, Japanese guide, train (round trip), lunch fee, entrance fee, cafe drink fee, hotel accommodation fee (including breakfast)
What is not included
Drinks at lunch, dinner on the first day, personal expenses
Notes
-Tour schedule may be changed or canceled depending on weather, traffic conditions, etc.
- Customers are responsible for managing their valuables and luggage.
- Drinks will be charged separately. (Excluding service beer, wine, and soft drinks)
・Meal menus may change without notice depending on the season.
- If you are participating alone or in a small group, we may ask you to share a table during lunch.
Other special notes
・Children (6 to 11 years old) will be charged 70% of the adult price, and infants (5 years old and under) will be charged free of charge. Children (6 to 11 years old) will be charged if using existing bed.
・Optional fee if you wish to use an extra bed: Child (6-11 years old) / Extra bed + USD 40.00
- Train tickets must be purchased at least one week in advance, and the participant's passport number and date of birth are required at the time of purchase.
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Cancellation Policy for This Tour
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14-8 days before: 50% charge, 7 days before: 100% charge. In addition, 100% charge will be made for no-shows due to non-participation.
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14-8 days before: 50% charge, 7 days before: 100% charge. In addition, 100% charge will be made for no-shows due to non-participation.
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