Hue Heritage Tour by Private Car & Dragon Boat

The royal capital at your own pace, by private car and Perfume River dragon boat.

Full day · Private car & short dragon-boat ride

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The Tour

What to expect.

A relaxed private day exploring Hue with a personal guide and driver. Begin with a short dragon-boat ride along the Perfume River to the iconic Thien Mu Pagoda, then continue by private car to the Khai Dinh Royal Tomb, a traditional garden-house lunch with hands-on local crafts, and the Imperial Citadel of Dai Noi.

Tour Highlights

The moments that make it.

A private dragon-boat ride on the Perfume River to Thien Mu Pagoda
Visit the hillside tomb of Emperor Khai Dinh, blending Eastern and Western architecture
A garden-house lunch with local experiences like making sesame candy and incense
Explore the Imperial Citadel of Dai Noi, the royal seat of the Nguyen Dynasty
Private car and English-speaking guide throughout Hue

The Itinerary

How the day unfolds.

9:30 AM

Hotel Pick-up in Hue

Your guide and driver meet you at your hotel and transfer you to the boat pier.

9:45 AM

Perfume River & Thien Mu Pagoda

A private dragon boat carries you along the Perfume River to Thien Mu Pagoda, Hue’s oldest and most iconic pagoda, before continuing by private car.

11:00 AM

Khai Dinh Royal Tomb

Transfer to the tomb of Emperor Khai Dinh, known for its dramatic hillside setting and unique East-meets-West design.

12:30 PM

Lunch & Local Crafts

Lunch at a traditional garden house, followed by hands-on experiences such as making sesame candy and incense.

1:45 PM

Imperial Citadel / Dai Noi

Explore the Imperial Citadel, walking through historic gates, courtyards and palace grounds while learning about Hue’s royal history.

3:30 PM

Return to your hotel

Private car transfer back to your hotel in Hue.

What's Included

Everything handled for you.

Included in this tour

Private car within Hue
Short private dragon-boat ride on the Perfume River
English-speaking local guide
Traditional garden-house lunch with local craft experiences
Entrance fees and bottled water
Not included: personal expenses, tips and other meals not listed

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