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Hue Imperial and Forbidden city in 2,5 hours walking tour

By huetoptours
10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is Rp568.597 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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  • 2h 30m
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Overview

Please note that there are 2 options
Option 1: Small group tour to Imperial City

Option 2: Private tour Imperial city + Garden house + Thien Mu pagoda with boat trip

Depending on the option you choose, the itinerary, duration, and price are different. Please read carefully!!!

This programme is specially designed to help you understand the following:

  • The history of the Nguyễn Dynasty and Vietnam under 13 emperors
  • The unique architecture from the Nguyễn Dynasty period (1802-1945) and why it was recognised by UNESCO as the first world cultural heritage site in Vietnam in 1993.
  • The fascinating royal life inside the Imperial & Forbidden City.
  • And more…

Activity location

  • The Noon Gate (Cua Ngo Mon)
    • Imperial City, Imperial Citadel
    • 520000, Hue, Vietnam

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Hai Mươi Ba Tháng Tám
    • Hai Mươi Ba Tháng Tám
    • Thành phố Huế, Thành phố Huế, Vietnam

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Option 1: Small group of 8
  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
  • English

Small Group Walking Tour: Option 1: small group (Max: 8 people)
Duration: 2,5 hours
Do not include: the entrance fee
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Imperial and Forbidden City

Language options: English
Price details
Rp442.935 x 1 AdultRp442.935
Paid at activityRp125.662
Total
Price is Rp568.597
Imperial City with Dragon Boat
  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
  • English

Duration: 4 hours: 2,5 hours walking inside Imperial City
20 minutes at Garden house
20 minutes at pagoda
25 minutes on Perfume River by boat
Imperial City, Pagoda and more: Imperial City, then moving to Hue traditional garden house and Thien Mu pagoda and going back city centre by dragon boat.
Boat and Taxi

Language options: English
Price details
Rp1.394.425 x 1 AdultRp1.394.425
Paid at activityRp125.662
Total
Price is Rp1.520.087
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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedOption 2: Walking tour, Taxi to garden house, pagoda, boat trip on Perfume river back to city centre
  • What's includedWhat's includedFor Option 1: Informative English speaking tour guide, Meeting point at 4 Cannons of the Cửa Ngăn.
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedTips/Service charge to Tour Guide for great Service
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedEntrance Fee (200.000VND/person/Citadel OR Combo Tickets). Kids under 12 year-old: 40.000VND

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We do not include entry fee as you may want to buy COMBO TICKET with better value for Citdel and Tombs.

Activity itinerary

The Noon Gate (Cua Ngo Mon)
  • 10m
Meet your tour guide at the meeting point, walk to Ngo Mon gate to get general information about the tour and function of this gate during the time of the Nguyen Dynasty.
Thai Hoa Palace
  • 25m
Thai Hoa Palace is the next stop. This is the most important palace among the 5 palaces built on a main axis in the Hue Imperial City, used for grand court sessions and the coronation of new emperors.
Hien Lam Pavilion
  • 10m
Hien Lam Pavilion is one of the few remaining structures inside the Hue Citadel. Let's admire and understand more about this over 200-year-old building.
Nine Dynastic Urns
  • 10m
The Nine Dynastic Urns is the collective name for the 9 bronze urns cast during the reign of King Minh Mang.
The Mieu Temple
  • 10m
The Mieu Temple was built to worship the Nguyen Dynasty kings after their death. This is one of the 5 temples inside the Hue Citadel.
Cửa Chương Đức
  • 10m
Chuong Duc Gate is one of the 4 gates of the Imperial City, exclusively for women
Hue Royal Palace
  • 20m
The Forbidden Purple City is the name of the third enclosure within the Hue Imperial City, exclusively for the king's family, including his wives and children. Inside the Forbidden Purple City, there are many structures with different functions.
Kiến Trung Palace
  • 20m
Dien Kien Trung has just been reopened after 5 years of being completely rebuilt on the old foundation.
Thai Binh Pavilion
  • 10m
Thai Binh Lau (Peaceful Palace) was where the king would read books and enjoy the scenery. It is an extremely beautiful structure.
Thiệu Phương Garden
  • 10m
Thieu Phuong Garden, also known as the Royal Garden, has been restored with extremely eye-catching scenery. It was a place for the king and his family to stroll and enjoy the scenery.
Cửa Hiển Nhơn
  • 10m
Hien Nhon Gate was for civil and military mandarins to enter the Imperial City to work with the king. This is also where we end the 2.5-hour walking tour inside the Imperial City.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESThe Noon Gate (Cua Ngo Mon)
    • Imperial City, Imperial Citadel
    • 520000, Hue, Vietnam

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEHai Mươi Ba Tháng Tám
    • Hai Mươi Ba Tháng Tám
    • Thành phố Huế, Thành phố Huế, Vietnam

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