Hue Dragon Boat Tour: Perfume River, Royal Tombs, Hon Chen Temple
Description
The tour guide and driver will pick you up at your Hue hotel and move to the boat wharf, where you will experience the Dragon Boat on the Perfume River, see the banks of the Perfume River and feel the poetic beauty of Hue. The boat docks at Thien Mu Pagoda, and begin to visit the pagoda. This is an ancient temple more than 400 years old. Here there is Phuoc Duyen Tower - a "Sacred 7-storey tower", considered a symbol of Thien Mu Pagoda. Continue traveling by boat on the Perfume River to visit Hon Chen Palace - the place with the most anecdotes in the Hue ancient capital complex, considered a sacred Cham heritage in the heart of the city. The boat continues to the Tomb of Minh Mang - one of the wise and righteous kings of the Nguyen Dynasty. The architecture of Minh Mang Tomb is majestic, in harmony with nature and contains many feng shui elements. At the end of the tour, our car will pick you up at Minh Mang Tomb
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Pick up at the Hotel
The tour guide and driver will pick you up at your Hue hotel and move to the boat wharf. Then Take a boat cruise where you will experience the Dragon Boat on the Perfume River, see the banks of the Perfume River, and feel the poetic beauty of Hue a boat cruise (30 minutes)
Thien Mu Pagoda is a majestic symbol of Hue, renowned for its seven-story pagoda overlooking the Perfume River. This historic Buddhist site offers serene gardens, a massive old bell, and stunning river views. As a significant religious and cultural landmark, it's a must-visit for any traveler exploring the rich heritage of central Vietnam.
Continue to take a 30 minute Dragon Boat ride along the Perfume River. See beautiful views of both sides of the river and immerse ourselves in nature
Hon Chen Temple, nestled on Ngoc Tran Mountain overlooking the Perfume River, is a unique blend of royal etiquette and folk beliefs. This historic temple, with its rich history dating back to the Nguyen Dynasty, offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle. Visitors can explore its intricate architecture, learn about its cultural significance, and immerse themselves in the spiritual atmosphere while enjoying breathtaking river views
The driver will pick you up at Hon Chen Temple by car. Visit the Mausoleum of Emperor Minh Mang is a magnificent testament to Nguyen Dynasty architecture. This sprawling complex, nestled amidst lush greenery, showcases intricate designs and harmonious balance. Explore the ornate structures, serene gardens, and symbolic elements that reflect the emperor's reign. Immerse yourself in the tranquil ambiance and gain insights into the rich history.
Then the car will take you sightseeing The Tomb of Khai Dinh is a striking departure from traditional Hue architecture. This opulent mausoleum blends Vietnamese elements with Western influences, creating a unique and visually stunning masterpiece. Its construction involved concrete, ceramic, and glass, a rarity for the time. Visitors are captivated by the intricate carvings, mosaics, and stunning views from its elevated location. While it may diverge from the classic Hue tomb style, it remains a fascinating testament to the era's artistic and architectural experimentation
Drop of at the hotel
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(20)
Anna was an excellent guide. She spent more time with us at each stop than she needed to in order to give us a full history lesson. Riding along the river was a nice way to get to certain points without having to take a car. All stops were beautiful especially the last one at Khai Dinh’s mausoleum was especially exquisite. Again, Anna was amazing and a good sport despite us dragging her out to tour us in the blistering heat!
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Anna made our experience unforgettable and thoroughly explained everything above and beyond! She spoke so well even in the extreme hot weather so we can have a good time.
Dear Sir/Madam, Thank you for trusting and choosing Samtour Viet Nam. Thank you for taking the time to share your review. I hope you have meaningful and interesting experiences in Vietnam. Wishing you good health. Best regards, Cara.
We had a lovely and enthusiastic guide called Austin. He was great at filling us in on all the local history. We loved his more personal anecdotes about the Emperor’s eunuchs and ‘fairy’ behind the Hon Chen Temple. We also very much enjoyed the dragon boat ride along the perfume river that took us to the temple and Pagoda. Even the rainy weather couldn’t put a dampener on our experience.
Dear Sir/Madam, Thank you for trusting and choosing Samtour Viet Nam. Thank you for taking the time to share your review. I hope you have meaningful and interesting experiences in Vietnam. Wishing you good health. Best regards, Cara.
Nice combination with boat to visit the imperial tombs. It had been a very nice trip. Our guide Anna was very friendly, helpful and explained everything to us in detail . It was nice to see the landscape from the river. We visited the pagoda, a temple and 2 imperial tombs. Very worth seeing and impressive. The driver of the very neat vehicle had also been very friendly. At the end there was a stop at a souvenir shop where the craft of incense making was shown with high prices for tourists. Despite the rainy season a worthwhile 5 hour private excursion
Dear Sir/Madam, Thank you for trusting and choosing Samtour Viet Nam. Thank you for taking the time to share your review. I hope you have meaningful and interesting experiences in Vietnam. Wishing you good health. Best regards, Cara.
It had been a very nice trip. Our guide Anna was very friendly, helpful and explained everything to us in detail . It was nice to see the landscape from the river. We visited the pagoda, a temple and 2 imperial tombs. Very worth seeing and impressive. The driver of the very neat vehicle had also been very friendly. At the end there was a stop at a souvenir shop where the craft of incense making was shown with high prices for tourists. Despite the rainy season a worthwhile 5 hour private excursion .
Dear Sir/Madam, Thank you for trusting and choosing Samtour Viet Nam. Thank you for taking the time to share your review. I hope you have meaningful and interesting experiences in Vietnam. Wishing you good health. Best regards, Cara.
Very well organised tour. Knowledgeable and friendly guide. Would definitely recommend this tour for anyone interested in learning more about the history of Hue and Vietnam.
Dear Sir/Madam, Thank you for trusting and choosing Samtour Viet Nam. Thank you for taking the time to share your review. I hope you have meaningful and interesting experiences in Vietnam. Wishing you good health. Best regards, Cara.
Our guide, Anna, was very nice and knowledgeable. She took us to three sites. The first one, Dragon Mountain, was one of the most beautiful places we have ever seen. The boat tour was also a wonderful experience. The meal was great and in a beautiful place by the river. On the whole, it was a great day, and Anna's professionalism made it perfect. We highly recommend taking the tour.
Dear Sir/Madam, Thank you for trusting and choosing Samtour Viet Nam. Thank you for taking the time to share your review. I hope you have meaningful and interesting experiences in Vietnam. Wishing you good health. Best regards, Cara.
The perfect catch tourist unworthy of Vietnam. Prices at the head of the customer, plastic seats, and nothing particularly remarkable to see.
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Austin was our guide for our day on the Dragon Boat Tour. Austin knew the answer to all our questions and has a great sense of humor, so it was a relaxed fun day with many beautiful sights. The driver we had was also a very kind and friendly man. Our hotel was not on the list of pickup points, but they picked us up there anyway, which was very convenient for us. All in all a very nice day.
Dear Sir/Madam, Thank you for trusting and choosing Samtour Viet Nam. Thank you for taking the time to share your review. I hope you have meaningful and interesting experiences in Vietnam. Wishing you good health. Best regards, Cara
Austin has been an amazing guide: gentle, attentive, patient and very knowledgeable. He explained to us a lot of details about Vietnamese culture and Buddhism religion, and history about the places we visited. All very well organized. Definitely recommended!
Dear Sir/Madam, Thank you for trusting and choosing Samtour Viet Nam. Thank you for taking the time to share your review. I hope you have meaningful and interesting experiences in Vietnam. Wishing you good health. Best regards, Cara
