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Hoi An to Hue Day Trip 2026

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If you are a history buff, or simply love discovering exotic cultures, it is not missed this tour. With Hoi An to Hue day trip tour, you will have an opportunity to see the impressive Hai Van Pass, the most famous beach in Viet Nam – Lang Co beach and Lap An Lagoon on the way. Discover Khai Dinh Tomb, Hue Imperial Citadel and Thien Mu Pagoda. All the most note worthy attractions will be visited on your this trip....

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Itinerary

Hoi An to Hue day trip private tour, Hue is a city positioned in central Vietnam, 100 kilometers north of Hoi An – approximately 3 hours by car. This city has a unique and important historical past, because it was the capital of Vietnam until 1945 and also the seat of the Nguyen Dynasty. It additionally played a significant role in war times and has many symbolic locations which have deep roots in Vietnamese history that are all visited in your Hoi An to Hue day trip.

 

Hue City Tour From Hoi An

  • 7:30 am : Our car and guide will meet you at your hotel in the Hoi An. If you are in Da Nang City, we will pick you up at 8.00 am – 8h30. Sit back, relax and start to enjoy the scenic drive!
  • 9:30 am: Pass over Hai Van Pass, named by Top Gears Jeremy Clarkson as “probably the greatest coastal roads in the world”. Stop at the Hai Van Quan, the highest point between Da Nang and Hue for a photograph opportunity. Besides that, experience the full view of the breathtaking Lang Co Bay. Then, you have an opportunity to see Lap An Lagoon – brackish water lagoon (picturesque scenery with mountain, white clouds reflected in water) in Hue.
  • 11:30 am: Arrive in Hue city and start to visit the Khai Dinh Tomb, constructed for the emperor in 1920 and constructed on the principle of Feng Shui. Being unique among the royal tombs in Hue, it is monumental in style and bombastic in execution.
  • 12:30 pm: Take a break and enjoy a delicious local food.
  • 1:30 pm: Visit the The Citadel, the last royal city in Vietnam that contains the imperial city. It is built by Nguyen Dynasty from 1805 to 1945. This citadel complex is remains Hue’s most popular and most important historic site.
  • 3:00 pm: Discover the Thien Mu Pagoda (Heaven Fairy Lady Pagoda), a Buddhist monastery which origins dating back to 1601. It is one of the oldest and holiest sites in Hue. This pagoda is also the unofficial symbol of the ancient city Hue.
  • 4:00 pm: Get on a car along the Perfume River. Take in the peaceful scenery as you head back to the Hue city center.

Arrive in Da Nang approximately 7:00pm/ Hoi An 8:00 pm. We will take you back to your hotel where your tour will finish Hoi An to Hue day trip.

What's included?

  • Tickets
  • High-quality vehicle
  • Free cancellation
  • Bottle of mineral water
  • English Speaking Guide
  • Lunch

What's excluded?

  • Gratuities and personal expenses
  • Any additional drinks/food

(This price is for private tour. Tours are personalized, private, and designed to cater perfectly to the tastes and interests of my client: You. For that reason, you’ll find that they also vary significantly in price)

Number of your Adults Size1234>=5
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  • Kid from 0 – 2 year old : free of charge
  • Kid from 3 – 10 year old : pay 75%
  • Kid from 11 year old and older as Adult

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Learn more about sightseeing stop from Hoi An to Hue Day trip?

You will be fascinated to see the natural wonders, historical architecture, delicious foods and a lot of interesting things while enjoying the Hoi An and Hue trip. Attractions included in the itinerary are:

  • Hai Van Pass with stunning panoramic views – on the route hoi an to hue

Traveling from Hoi An to Hue through Hai Van pass is an unforgettable experience. It has a rich history from ancient dynasties to wars and modern times. This pass is surrounded by amazing scenic views. We offer a road trip that is filled with pristine beaches and mountains. Its name means “Sea Clouds” because it is 500m above the sea level.

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(Hoi An to Hue Day trip – Hai Van pass)

In the ancient times, this road was the geographic boundary between the kingdoms of Dai Viet and Champa that was used as a spy gate. This pass was renamed to “street without joy” during American War because it connected Da Nang and Hoi An. There are many stops at beaches, mountains and other beautiful areas. You will see many places from this pass that we will visit in our very interesting Hoi An to Hue Day trip.

  • Witness the mesmerizing Lang Co Bay

Bay with the title of “Beautiful Bay in the World” since 2009, has a length of 20 km from Da Nang and 60 km from Hue. Tourists from all over the world visit the stunning wild and alluring beauty of the Bay. This stunning beach is popular for it unique geographical position, smooth powdery sand, natural scenery, crystal water and diverse ecosystem. It is located very close to the Hai Van pass.

lang co bay

(Hue Tour From Hoi An – Lang Co Bay)

There are many attractions and resources to fulfil the enjoyment needs of tourists. You can find a variety of resorts, restaurants and food options in the area. Lang Co Bay offers a variety of water sports, activities and many interesting things. You can witness the peaceful life of people in the area from Phong Nha Cave, Hoi An ancient town, Hue ancient capital, My Son Holy Land and many more.

Many international and regional resort tourism and conservation projects started due to the increase in local and international tourism. They were started to improve the quality of services for tourists.

  • Explore Lap An Lagoon with us

Lap An Lagoon was also known as An Cu lagoon that is famous for its rich history, wonderful nature, ancient tombs, the Citadel and gorgeous beauty. The stunning area is surrounded by Bach Ma mountains and crystal green beaches. Located at the side of Lang Co Bay and Bach Ma national park, Lagoon looks like a huge mirror with the reflection of the sky. Visit the Bay area from March to June to enjoy the fairy tale romantic beauty and peace of the area.

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(Hue Tour From Hoi An – Lap An lagoon)

There is a local fishing village near the lagoon. You will see many fishermen with small boats floating along the water surface. Huge fishing nets of the fishermen in the lagoon increase the native identity and charming beauty. You will forget the worries and stresses of life in the peaceful and airy environment. You will get a chance to learn about local lives of fishermen in Lap An Lagoon with us.

  • Khai dinh Tomb – a fusion of eastern and western architecture

Hue is the home to many ancient religious and historical sites. Kahi Ding Tomb is the ancient mausoleum of the last emperor of Vietnam. This is the stunning piece of art and architecture constructed with ceramic, concrete cement, glass, metal and wood. There are no trees, gardens, lakes in the tomb area like ancient religious buildings had in Vietnam. Locals said that the king was close to French. It was considered as a weird styled building and waste of money where as now it is visited by thousands of tourists from all over the world to appreciate the heritage.

Khai-Dinh-tomb

(Hue trip from Hoi An – Khai Dinh tomb)

It was added in the list of UNESCO world heritage sites in 1993 because it is one of the most popular ancient royal tombs in the world. You will be astounded to witness the glory of the monument as it is the most sophisticated longest built and most expensive tomb of Nguyen Dynasty. Remember to bring your camera to capture memories forever. It is a unique fusion of western and eastern cultures that inspired many artists and architects.

  • The Majestic Citadel of Hue

Citadel in Hue is one of the seven UNESCO world heritage sites in Vietnam. It is a must-visit tourist attraction that we cover in Hoi AN to Hue Day trip. 140 years back, this ancient imperial city was a walled fortress and palace. It was the capital city Nguyen Dynasty located on the northern bank of Huong River. There are ten gates of the Imperial City and different areas containing houses, mansions and complicated canal system. It is divided into two parts one is the Citadel and other is the forbidden city.

hue citadel

(Hoi An to Hue tour – Hue citadel)

Citadel was used to protect the palaces and important areas of the city where as royal families and emperors lived in the city. The construction of grand structure started during the reign of Gia Long, the founder of Nguyen dynasty. It was completed after 27 years, when the emperor was Minh Mang. This is a massive and very interesting attraction added in Hue day trip. It took a hard work of thousands of workers, huge volume of workload and million cubic meters of rock to complete the Citadel in Hue. It is an unforgettable attraction located in the heart of Vietnam that always makes visitors fall in love with it.

  • The legend of Thien Mu Pagoda

Thien Mu Pagoda is also known as Linh Mu Pagoda or Heaven Fairy lady pagoda. It is located on the bank of famous Perfume river on Ha Khe hill. This is considered as one of the ancient and most amazing pagodas in the city. There is a very special legend associated with the pagoda. In the ancient times, an old woman came on the hill at the location of pagoda. She told people that a Lord will build a Buddhist pagoda for the prosperity of the country in this area. After that Lord Nguyen Hoang started construction of the pagoda and named it “heaven fairy lady” that translates to Thien Mu.

hoi an to hue day trip

(Hoi An to Hue Private Tour – Thien Mu Pagoda)

This mysterious association of the pagoda made people visit this historical place in great numbers. Construction of the pagoda was completed in 1601 and various kings such as Gia Long, Thieu Tri, Minh Mang and Thanh Thai restored and maintained it. Phuoc Duyen tower or Tu Nhan tower is the main feature of the pagoda that was erected by the King Thieu Tri in 1884. It is a 2m high octagonal tower containing seven storey.

This site is dedicated to Buddha who appeared as a human. This is the iconic highest stupa in Vietnam. An enormous bronze bell is located in the left of the tower called Dai Hong Chung. There are different pieces of art, bronze statues and antiques inside the pagoda.

  • Feel magic of the perfume River

The poetic and mesmerizing Perfume river banks are home to some typical traditional Hue pagodas such as Thien Mu pagoda. Best idea to enjoy perfume river is a boat trip. The stunning river passes through the capital of Hue in the province of Thua Thein Hue.  We specially recommend couples to experience romance in Hue by a boat ride. it passes through natural areas, forests, aromatic plants and orchids.

boat on huong river

(Hoi An Hue Tour – Huong River)

The way of perfume river is in the form of two sources whereas it starts from Truong son mountains range flows in different ranges then meets again at Bang Lang fork. From Southern to northern direction, it passes through the Hon Chen and Ngoc Tran temples then flows towards the Nguyet Bieu and Luong Quan plains. It also passes from the resting places of many Nguyen Dynasty emperors. You will see various villages on the river side where fishermen and locals remain busy in their routine.

While passing through the ancient Chau Hoa, it connects to the Tam Giang Lagoon. Perfume river has inspired many artists and painters with its mystical beauty and.

  • Stroll in the Charming Hue city center

The city center of Hue offers some of the most vibrant places to enjoy food, drinks and local flavors. You will see many historical attractions, places associated with war, ancient dynasties and art, museums, galleries, restaurants, shopping areas and much more.

An unforgettable holiday filled with fun and information is our promise. Hoi An to Hue day trip will be the best part of your entire Vietnamese vacation.

Condition & Faq

Deposit

You can pay by cash after trip or pay online in advance by (Paypal/Credit, Debit Card). Some tours you must deposit some other dont need. And you will finish the balance of the booking for Tour Guide/ Driver when finish the trip. Upon receipt of the deposit, we will send you the confirmation of the reservation as well as the complete itinerary.

Cancellation policy

If the Customer cancels some or all portions of the booking regardless of the reasons, the Customer agrees to pay cancellation fees as follows:

  • - 2 days before departure day: No cancellation charge
  • - 1 day before departure day : 50% of the tour price
  • - Cancel after 12 hours, we will charge 100%

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How can I pay?

  • - Cash at tour guide when finish the trip
  • - Paypal (pay extra 5% for transaction fee)
  • - Credit card at our office (pay extra 3% for banking fee)

Who is offer this tour?

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Rose
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Ms. Hong was an lovely tour guide! She knows a lot about Vietnamese history!
We were able to explore and learn about every aspect of Hue City throughout our ten-hour trip! I’d recommend Hong and her tour because she made sure we visited everything. Hong also knows the best places to shoot shots!
If you want a detailed and enjoyable tour, book this one!

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Mirabel
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Good tour! Ms. Hong was my tour guide, and she kept things interesting. 100% recommended!!!

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Brenna
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We had plenty of time to look around, thanks to an excellent tour guide (and driver). We made several photo stops and ate some delicious food. A wonderful day!

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Aretha
Aretha
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Hong gave us an outstanding tour of Hue City. She was really knowledgable and was able to answer all of our questions about local history and culture. I would give this trip 10/10 to anyone visiting Hue for the first time.

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Alma
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This is a must-see tour for everyone interested in learning about Vietnam’s history! Ms. Tu was an excellent tour guide who explained history through funny storytelling. It is well worth the lengthy journey!

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Jocelyn
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Great tour!!! Highly recommended!!! Ms. Hong, our tour guide, was knowledgable and guided us throughout the city, avoiding big groups and crowds.

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Devlin
Devlin
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A long but interesting day! If you have limited time and want to visit the highlights of Hue, I highly recommend this tour! Our tour guide was friendly and lovely! She made care to spend some one-on-one time with everyone to ensure they got the most out of the trip, which was very appreciated!

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Alva
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Tu had an excellent tour guide. Very informed about all of the places we visited. The scenery is very beautiful. I had a wonderful day.

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Tom Hiddleston
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The tour guide (Ms. Hong) weaved us into the story of the Vietnam Dynasties and the history of the Emporers, which was one of the highlights of this trip.

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Jenny
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Great day out with an energetic and knowledgeable guide who had outstanding understanding of history and made it fun.

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Darryll W
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Cong the guide was incredibly knowledgeable and had an enormous amount of passion about the history of Hue ..he knew everything and explained it all in good English..the day is long from Da Nang but worth the journey..

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Hazel
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Excellent tour, transfer and guide!
The entire organization was perfect, and the travel agency was really kind and efficient! It was a fascinating trip with incredible architecture.
Our tour guide Hung was excellent – really friendly, accommodating and informative- answering our questions as we drove to each site.
I’d definitely recommend this tour.

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John Mark
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Wonderful trip!
Thanks to Top for a great tour from Hue to Hoi An. He was incredibly knowledge and we thoroughly enjoyed it.
We felt we learnt a lot about this period of Vietnamese history which neither of us knew a great deal about. I would definitely book again with this company – great tour guide, nice car, attentive, and professional!
Thank you!

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Jenny
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My husband and I had a great time during our tour around Hue city today. Our guide, Ngoc, was very knowledgeable about the history of Vietnam and shared the stories and information in an entertaining and engaging way.
Lunch was very generous and tasty! Thank you Ngoc and to our driver also for a great day out in Hue from Hoi An.

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JK MacDonald
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Good tourist guide, really friendly and helpful Willing to tell me the history of Vietnam. You can try this tour if you have plenty of time in Central Vietnam.

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Chiyu
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The itinerary is very good, the tour guide professionally explained, so that the place of Hue is deeper, and the value is obtained.

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Kenneth
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There are only ten people in the whole group. The coach is very comfortable and the lunch is very good. The Imperial Tomb, the Tianzhu Temple and the Imperial City are all good. If you can spend more time in the Imperial City, it will be even better!

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Parisz
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Enthusiastic friendly guide who brought us on a great tour. There was also sufficient time to learn and to wander around and explore on our own.

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Gabriella
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A very informative tour – enjoyed it thoroughly. Wonderful lunch included! Interesting information given about Hue City and also a lovely detour through the Hai Van Pass with photo opportunities

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