Private heritage day trip
Hue Imperial City & Hai Van Pass Day Tour
Cross Hai Van Pass with ocean views on both sides. Walk Imperial Citadel, visit royal tombs, Thien Mu Pagoda, Perfume River.
Guided by Toàn (Tom), licensed local guide in Hoi An.
- Private guide
- Hotel pickup
- Full-day
- Heritage & scenery
Route
Hoi An / Da Nang → Hai Van Pass → Hue → return
Transport
Private A/C car
Best for
history lovers, cultural travelers, scenic drives
Pace
flexible private tour
Photos from this tour
Tour overview
Cross Hai Van Pass with ocean views on both sides. Walk Imperial Citadel, visit royal tombs, Thien Mu Pagoda, Perfume River.
This full-day private tour is worth the drive for anyone who loves ancient history and scenic roads.
Good fit if you want
- Love ancient history
- Enjoy scenic drives
- Want full cultural day
- One long day worth it
Highlights
Hai Van Pass drive
Wind along the coast with ocean views on both sides.
Imperial Citadel
Walk the walled palace city of Vietnam's last emperors.
Royal Tombs
Visit ornate tomb complexes of the Nguyen emperors.
Thien Mu Pagoda
See Hue's iconic seven-story riverside pagoda.
Perfume River views
Enjoy the peaceful river scenery along the route.
Itinerary timeline
- 01
Hotel pickup (early)
Early start from Hoi An or Da Nang for the drive north.
- 02
Hai Van Pass photo stop
Stop at the top for panoramic ocean and mountain views.
- 03
Hue Imperial Citadel
Explore the walled city, royal halls, and Forbidden Purple City.
- 04
Royal Tomb
Visit one of the elaborate Nguyen emperor tomb complexes.
- 05
Thien Mu Pagoda
See the iconic pagoda on the banks of the Perfume River.
- 06
Return via tunnel
Drive back through the Hai Van Tunnel for a faster return.
Included
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Friendly professional tour guide
- Private A/C car
- Citadel entrance fees
Not included
- Tips and personal expenses
- Meals and drinks
- Royal Tomb entry ticket
Price by group size
This is a private tour, so the day costs about the same however many of you there are — the price per person drops as your group grows.
| Group size | Price per person | Total for the group |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | $150/person | $150 |
| 2 guests | $95/person | $190 |
| 3 guests | $78/person | $234 |
| 4 guests | $70/person | $280 |
| 5 guestsBest value | $65/person | $325 |
1 guest
$150 total
$150/person
2 guests
$190 total
$95/person
3 guests
$234 total
$78/person
4 guests
$280 total
$70/person
5 guests
$325 total
$65/person
Per person for the full day over Hai Van Pass, private car and driver-guide included. Six guests or more — ask Tom for a group rate.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Hue from Hoi An?+
About 2.5–3 hours each way, including the scenic Hai Van Pass.
Is it really a full day?+
Yes, plan for 10–12 hours door to door. Early start recommended.
Is lunch included?+
No. Your guide Tom will recommend great local spots in Hue.
from $65/person
Hue & Hai Van Pass
Private tour planning
Ask Tom to check timing and group size.
Per person for the full day over Hai Van Pass, private car and driver-guide included. Six guests or more — ask Tom for a group rate.
Private tour from
$65
per person
- 1 guest$150/person
- 2 guests$95/person
- 3 guests$78/person
- 4 guests$70/person
- 5 guests$65/person
