Hue History & Hidden Spots: Curated City Tour with Local Insights

Overview

Uncover Hue's Hidden Treasures with Local Experts Join our Curated City Tour and explore Hue's rich history and hidden gems. This tour takes you beyond the usual sites, offering a unique journey led by knowledgeable local curators. Discover Unique Destinations: Visit the Abandoned Water Park and Vong Canh Hill, where scenic views and history meet. Cultural Immersion: Explore Thien Mu Pagoda, Hue’s oldest, and the grand An Dinh Palace, once a royal residence. Historical Insights: Delve into Vietnam’s past at the Hue War Museum, featuring tanks, jets, and more. Support Local Community: Our guides are local students eager to share their insights and improve their English, adding a personal touch to your experience. Motorbike Adventure: Travel like a local, feeling the breeze as you ride through Hue's historic streets. Book now to experience Hue's hidden stories and make meaningful connections.

Itinerary

1. Vong Canh Hill

   Vong Canh itself is now covered with pine trees and daisy. Once, there was a purpose-built watching tower on the top of the hill, though only parts of its foundation remain until today. Besides, Water plant Van Nien – which is the oldest in Central Vietnam and an Oriental-styled building designed by French architecture, just 300m from Vong Canh, is also a visit-worthy destination.

   · 30 min

2. Thien Mu Pagoda

   The oldest pagoda in Hue is Thien Mu Pagoda whose establishment is associated with the early actions of the first Nguyen Lord in Dang Trong (South Vietnam). This legend relates how, when Nguyen Hoang was sent to Thuan Hoa (now Central Vietnam) to rule this area, he himself made a survey of the terrain to choose a site for settling down. As he rode his horse upstream along the Huong River side he saw a small hillock beside the river, whose terrain looked like a dragon turning its head back. This hill was called Ha Khe. The local people told a story that every night an old lady in a red blouse and green trousers appeared here saying that a true Lord would come to this place and build a pagoda for the prosperity of the country. Thus this place became known as Thien Mu Son (Heavenly Lady Mountain).

   · 30 min

3. An Dinh Palace

   Located by the bank of An Cuu canal, An Dinh palace used to be the private residence of Nguyen Phuc Buu Dao (later the king Khai Dinh). This construction was renovated in modern style between 1917-1919 and officially became the residence of the crown-prince Vinh Thuy (later Bao Dai king). Located by the bank of An Cuu canal, An Dinh palace used to be the private residence of Nguyen Phuc Buu Dao (later the king Khai Dinh). This construction was renovated in modern style between 1917-1919 and officially became the residence of the crown-prince Vinh Thuy (later Bao Dai king).

   · 30 min· Admission not included

4. Hue War Museum

   Tanks, jets, helicopter, and missile launchers!

   · 30 min· Admission not included

Pickup

Pickup included.

Where can pick it up anywhere in the city you want to? Just let us know the name/address. We do not pick up from the Airport.

What to know before you go

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• You will receive confirmation immediately when you book.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

This activity can be canceled in case of bad weather or if there aren't enough participants.

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