Hue Imperial City Tour: Uncover the Heart of Vietnam’s Last Dynasty

Hue Imperial City Tour

A Hue Imperial City Tour is an essential excursion for anyone visiting Hue. This tour offers a unique opportunity to step back in time to the era of Vietnam’s last feudal empire—the Nguyen Dynasty. You will gain a deep understanding of the former national political, cultural, and religious center of Vietnam while learning about the fascinating history and local lifestyle.

The exterior of The Mieu Temple, a royal family temple in Hue.
A sacred place to honor the Nguyen emperors: The Mieu Temple in Hue.
  • Expert Knowledge: Our local guides have over 15 years of experience and provide historical stories not found in guidebooks or online.
  • Comfort and Convenience: Travel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with seat belts for a relaxing and hassle-free trip.
  • Award-Winning Service: We are highly recommended by many customers on TripAdvisor and other prestigious channels for our quality service.
The impressive Ngo Mon Gate with its multiple archways in Hue.
A grand entrance to history, the majestic Noon Gate of Hue Citadel.
  • Duration: 3 hours
  • Transportation: Private air-conditioned transport
  • Meeting/End Location: Your hotel in Hue City
  • Tour Type: Private Day Tour
  • Activity Level: Moderate
The impressive Thai Hoa Palace with its large courtyard in the Imperial City.
The magnificent Thai Hoa Palace, the throne hall of the Nguyen emperors.

At 9:00 AM, our tour guide and driver will pick you up at your hotel to begin your Hue Imperial City Tour.

  • The Citadel & Imperial City: Our walking tour will begin at the Flag Tower, a symbol of Hue’s rich history, and the majestic Ngo Mon Gate (Noon Gate), the main entrance to the Imperial City. From there, we will explore the heart of the Citadel, a vast 19th-century complex surrounded by a moat and thick stone walls.
  • The Forbidden Purple City: We will then explore the Forbidden Purple City, once the private residence of the 13 emperors, their concubines, and eunuchs. Your guide will bring this history to life as you admire the Royal Library, the Royal Lake, the Royal Garden, and a replica of the Royal Theater.
  • Royal Family Temple: We will also visit the Hue Royal Family Temple, a sacred place of worship for the Nguyen Dynasty. Our experienced guide will tell you about the worshiping order and the fascinating stories of the royal family.

After a thorough exploration, our tour guide and driver will transfer you back to your hotel, concluding your Hue Imperial City Tour.

Inclusions:

  • Experienced English-speaking guide
  • Private air-conditioned transport
  • Entrance fees at all tourist sites
  • Cold water & wet tissues

Exclusions:

  • Personal drinks
  • Tips for guides and drivers
  • Travel insurance
  • Any costs not included above
The ornate interior stage and seating area of the Hue Royal Theater.
The Royal Theater: where emperors enjoyed traditional Vietnamese opera and music.

Besides Hue Imperial City Tour, you may also be interested in our other tours of Hue and Central Vietnam, such as:

To confirm your Hue Imperial City Tour, a 60% deposit is required. We will send you a PayPal invoice for this deposit.

You have two payment options for the remaining balance:

  • Pay at the end of the tour: The remaining balance can be paid in cash (USD or Vietnamese Dong) at the prevailing exchange rate.
  • Pay online in advance: You can also choose to pay the full balance in advance via PayPal or credit/debit card.

Please Note: A 3% fee will be applied for all payments made via PayPal or credit/debit card to cover bank service charges.

The impressive Five Phoenix Pavilion with its multi-tiered roof.
The Five Phoenix Pavilion: a stunning architectural masterpiece of the Hue Citadel.

We understand that plans can change. If you need to cancel your booking for any reason, the following cancellation fees will apply based on the full payment amount:

  • Cancel 40 days or more before arrival: A full refund of your deposit will be issued.
  • Cancel 39 – 30 days before arrival: You will lose 10% of the full payment.
  • Cancel 29 – 15 days before arrival: You will lose 30% of the full payment.
  • Cancel 14 – 7 days before arrival: You will lose 50% of the full payment.
  • Cancel 6 – 2 days before arrival: You will lose 75% of the full payment.
  • Cancel less than 2 days before arrival: You will lose 100% of the full payment.

Join our Hue Imperial City Tour to explore the heart of Vietnam’s last dynasty with an expert guide.

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