Optional tours in Hue

For Vietnamese, Hue is the place to visit once in a lifetime. For international tourists, Hue is a great stop during the Vietnam holiday where they have opportunities to visit several cultural and historical sites as well as taste delicious Hue's cuisine or buy the most beautiful Ao Dai.

How to get to Hue

Phu Bai airport in Hue has daily flights to Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh city. Flight seem to be the best choice. However, taking the train from Hanoi is a good option as tourists can experience this unique way of travelling in Vietnam.  Local bus is available, but if you go for this option, choose open bus offered by travel agents.

Note: It is not possible to get Vietnam visa on arrival in Hue.

Hue city tour

A popular tour for all tourists to Hue, including the royal citadel, royal tomb of King Minh Mang, Tu Duc, Khai Dinh and the romantic boat trip on Perfume river to visit Thien Mu pagoda.

Optional tours in Hue

Vietnam tour operators normally offer 2 day - one night stay in Hue, which is quite short as tourists can just do the above Hue City tour. Vivutravel suggests that 3 day - 2 night tour in Hue will be enough to see other tourists attractions. Below are few optional tours in Hue.

1. A half day tour to visit Thanh Toan bridge, village's market and indulge in the picturesque countryside. Cycling tour is a good option.

2. Tam Giang Lagoon is close to Hue, a perfect optional tour in early morning or late afternoon. Coming here, tourists will get on a boat to visit the floating houses, learn how to fish and enjoy sunrise/sunset before having delicious seafood meal. Tam Giang lagoon tour is definitely the highlight of your stay in Hue.

3. Bach Ma national park is about 40km from Hue and on the way from Hue - Danang. For those who love nature, discovery, and out door activities, Bach Ma is a must. Hiking in Bach Ma can be not easy for the old, but great fun for the young. Nice stream, rock climbing, stunning view are waiting for you there.

4. Thuy Bieu village located by the bank of the charming Perfume river. The village is known as a picturesque place for cycling, homestay experience and cooking class. If you want to do something unique in Hue, go for Thuy Bieu village tour.