HUE CITY tour: AN DINH PALACE – HUYEN TRAN PRINCESS TEMPLE – GIA LONG TOMB – ABANDONED WATER PARK – TU HIEU PAGODA

8 Hours Pick-up location: Hue

Overview

This Hue tour takes you beyond the usual Imperial City visit, introducing some of the city’s unique and lesser-known treasures. From the royal elegance of An Dinh Palace and the sacred Huyen Tran Princess Temple, to the peaceful Gia Long Tomb and mysterious Abandoned Water Park, you’ll experience Hue’s fascinating blend of history, spirituality, and hidden charm. The tour concludes with a visit to the tranquil Tu Hieu Pagoda, a center of Zen meditation.

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Highlights

  • Step into the elegant An Dinh Palace, once the private residence of Emperor Bao Dai.
  • Pay respects at Huyen Tran Princess Temple, a serene place dedicated to a princess of the Nguyen dynasty.
  • Visit Gia Long Tomb, the resting place of the first Nguyen Emperor, set in a peaceful natural setting.
  • Explore the mysterious Abandoned Water Park, a unique and photogenic site.
  • Discover the tranquil Tu Hieu Pagoda, historically significant and still active today.

Itinerary

07:30 AM
Hotel pick-up in Hue
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Visit An Dinh Palace, admire its architecture and royal history.
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Stop at Huyen Tran Princess Temple, surrounded by forested hills.
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Explore Gia Long Tomb, a majestic imperial tomb.
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Continue to the Abandoned Water Park – take photos and hear the stories behind it.
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Visit Tu Hieu Pagoda, a peaceful monastery still active today.
03:30 PM
Return and drop off at your hotel.

what to bring?

  • Light, comfortable clothing for walking and sightseeing

  • Good walking shoes

  • Hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses for sun protection

  • Respectful attire – shoulders and knees covered when visiting religious sites such as Huyen Tran Princess Temple and Tu Hieu Pagoda.

  • Camera or phone to capture the views

  • A bit of cash for souvenirs or personal expenses

booking & payment policy

  • For booking, email to gocentralvietnam@gmail.com or WhatsApp us at +84793696706.
  • Available for solo travelers, couples, families, and group tours.
  • Payment can be made in cash (VND or USD) to the tour guide on the day of the tour.
  • Advance payment via bank transfer or PayPal is also available upon request.
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