Explore the highlights of Hue on a time-efficient shore excursion with Bee Bee Travel. With a private guide and transportation, you’ll skip the lines and make the most of your day trip from Chan May port. Discover Hue’s rich history and culture with a visit to the UNESCO-listed Imperial City, Thien Mu Pagoda, and the impressive tombs of the Nguyen emperors. Enjoy a delicious lunch of local specialties and shop for unique handicrafts in a local village.
With our private tour, we offer the flexibility to pick you up from either Chan May or Tien Sa port. Simply let us know in the booking form. We understand the importance of coordinating with your cruise schedule, and our itinerary can be customized to meet the needs of your family and ensure you make the most of your time in Central Vietnam. Book now to enjoy a personalized shore excursion experience.
Join us for a delightful shore excursion in Hue and explore the city’s rich history, culture, and natural beauty. Our expert guide will meet you at the cruise terminal at 8:00 AM for a scenic drive to Hue.
Begin your tour of the UNESCO-listed Hue Imperial City, home to the Nguyen Dynasty from 1802 to 1945. The complex of palaces, temples, and pavilions is a fascinating insight into Vietnam’s imperial past. You’ll explore impressive structures such as the Ngo Mon Gate, the Thai Hoa Palace, and the Forbidden Purple City.
Enjoy a leisurely boat ride along the Perfume River to Thien Mu Pagoda, one of Hue’s most famous landmarks. Admire the stunning seven-story octagonal tower, the pagoda’s main sanctuary, and the beautiful gardens surrounding the temple.
It’s time for a well-deserved lunch break at a local restaurant where you’ll get to sample some of Hue’s signature dishes such as Bun Bo Hue (spicy beef noodle soup) and Banh Khoai (crispy rice flour pancake).
Visit the impressive tombs of the Nguyen emperors, including the ornate Khai Dinh Tomb and the serene Tu Duc Tomb. These royal mausoleums offer an insight into Vietnam’s history and architecture amidst picturesque gardens and lakes.
End your tour with a visit to an Incense and Conical Hat village, where you can watch skilled artisans create traditional items such as conical hats, incense sticks, and silk paintings. You can also browse colorful market stalls for souvenirs and gifts to take home.
Return to the cruise terminal with plenty of time to spare before your ship’s departure. This shore excursion is the perfect way to explore Hue’s cultural and historical highlights, while also experiencing the city’s natural beauty, cuisine, and handicrafts. Book now to discover the charm of Hue!
Group Size | 1 Person | 2 – 3 Persons | 4 – 8 Persons |
USD/Person Excludes Entrance Fee | Please contact us for a quote | $145 | $125 |
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The iconic Phoenix Tower or Lau Ngu Phung, a five-storied tower built during the Nguyen Dynasty, stands as a remarkable testament to the grandeur of Hue’s royal heritage.
The Ngo Mon Gate, also known as the “Noon Gate”, was the main entrance for the emperors to the Imperial City and the Forbidden Purple City. It features the impressive Thai Hoa Palace and its breathtaking Throne Hall just beyond.
Thai Hoa Palace, is the largest and most impressive palace in the Hue Imperial City, boasts a magnificent golden throne, royal dragon emblems, and a rich history of important Imperial court ceremonies.
The King’s Throne, an iconic national treasure located at the heart of the Thai Hoa Palace, boasts an incredible legacy spanning generations of Nguyen Dynasty monarchs. This is a sight that must not be missed on your visit to Hue.
The To Mieu is an ornate temple in the southwest corner of the Imperial City. It is a significant historical and cultural landmark that houses altars for 10 emperors and nine dynastic urns, serving as a tribute to the deceased kings of Vietnam’s Nguyen Dynasty.
The Cuu Dinh is a collection of nine magnificent bronze urns crafted by Hue artisans. They stand as a testament to the power and longevity of the Nguyen dynasty and are recognized as a world documentary heritage.
Built in 1804, Cung Dien Tho served as a home for the mothers and grandmothers of the kings. It offers visitors the chance to admire the largest front screen in Hue, explore a Buddhist temple, browse a souvenir shop, relax in a cafe by a serene lotus pond, and marvel at lavish furniture and utensils.
Hello,
We will be arriving at the Chan May port by cruise ship on Wednesday 3rd August at 7am and want to spend the morning seeing Hue. We are 5 people including 2 children so cannot go on the ship tour as they will get too tired.
We want a very quick tour – to go on a boat on the river, to see one or two things, have some food and hear the stories of the town (so a tour of two and a half or three hours plus travel time).
We come to Vietnam a lot so we will be coming to Hue again – this is just our first time so I would rather the children loved their experience and wanted to come again than spent 8 hours seeing everything and become exhausted.
Can you help us or recommend someone who can help us?
Thank you.