Hue Imperial City - Hai Van Pass Small Group From Danang/HoiAn in Da Nang
Da Nang, Vietnam

Hue Imperial City - Hai Van Pass Small Group From Danang/HoiAn

Outty Ranking 95 4.9 · 611 traveler reviews10.5 hoursFrom $3090+ Club

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Outty Ranking

95/100

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Traveler rating

4.9/5

Based on 611 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Hue Imperial City - Hai Van Pass Small Group From Danang/HoiAn worth booking?

Hue Imperial City - Hai Van Pass Small Group From Danang/HoiAn is a 10.5-hour experience in Da Nang, Vietnam, from $30 per person. It scores 95 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “90+ Club, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 611 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing. It sits in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.

Outty Ranking
95 / 100
Rating
4.9/5 (611)
Duration
10.5 hours
From
$30 per person

During this trip, you can rest assured because the guide will take care of all the logistics, including picking up and dropping off guests at the hotel, having a good lunch, and learning about Hue's culture and history.

What you get

  • Travel insurance
  • Lunch at the beautiful restaurant in Hue with Hue Cuisine ( If your select the option with lunch)
  • Friendly, enthusiastic and professional English speaking tour guide
  • Mineral water
  • Entrance fees in the itinerary as mentioned (If you select the option with entrance fee tickets)
  • A two ways high quality transportation and experienced driver from Hoi An/Da Nang ( 290 Km)

About this experience

During this trip, you can rest assured because the guide will take care of all the logistics, including picking up and dropping off guests at the hotel, having a good lunch, and learning about Hue's culture and history. In addition, if you go in a small group (12 people maximum), the tour guide will take care of you carefully. Hue City is one of the top two tourist destinations in Central Vietnam and will be the ideal choice for travelers with a tight budget and limited time. In just one day, you will discover many tourist attractions in Hue, such as the Citadel, Tomb, Pagoda, etc. Besides, you will admire the majestic beauty of Hai Van Pass, Lap An Lagoon, and Lang Co Beach without worrying about renting a car or transportation to get there. Moreover, you will get a better understanding of Hue through the knowledge that only your guide can give you.

What's included

Included

  • Travel insurance
  • Lunch at the beautiful restaurant in Hue with Hue Cuisine ( If your select the option with lunch)
  • Friendly, enthusiastic and professional English speaking tour guide
  • Mineral water
  • Entrance fees in the itinerary as mentioned (If you select the option with entrance fee tickets)
  • A two ways high quality transportation and experienced driver from Hoi An/Da Nang ( 290 Km)

Not included

  • Personal expense not mentioned above.
  • Tips & gratuities for guides and drivers

What you'll see and do

  1. Hai Van Pass

    07:00 – 7:30 am: Our car and tour guide will pick you up at your hotel reception in Hoi An and collect visitors in Da Nang from 08:00 – 08:30 am. Start your journey to Hue by crossing one of the most beautiful coastal roads in the world, the Hai Van Pass or the Hai Van Tunnel. You will have 30 minutes to stop at the peak and 5-10 minutes to take photos at Lap An Lagoon, which is the highlight of the beautiful view of Lang Co beach.

    30 minutes here · Admission included

  2. Lap An Lagoon

    Lap An Lagoon and Lang Co Beach are the highlights not to be missed in your trip

    5 minutes here · Admission included

  3. Tomb of Khai Dinh

    11:00 am: Visit the Khai Dinh Tomb - the tomb had elements of eastern art mixed with western designs.

    60 minutes here · Admission included

  4. Hue Imperial City (The Citadel)

    In the afternoon 1:30 pm: Continue to Hue’s main attraction, The Imperial Citadel - the palace of 13 Nguyen Kings with Ngo Mon Gate, Library, Thai Hoa palace, Nine Dynastic Urns. That is also the palace of the last feudal dynasty in Viet Nam.

    90 minutes here · Admission included

  5. Thien Mu Pagoda

    3:00 pm: Explore Thien Mu Pagoda, Hue’s largest pagoda. It is a unique symbol of Vietnamese history and culture. 4:00 pm: Return to Da Nang / Hoi An Finish your Hue Imperial Tour and arrive in Da Nang at approximately 6:00 pm / Hoi An at 7:00 pm End of services!

    60 minutes here · Admission included

  6. Thua Thien - Hue Province

    The lucnh time 30 -45 minutes The driving time from Hoi An to Da Nang to Hue and return takes about 5,5 hours totally

    360 minutes here

Where it starts and ends

Hotel pickup

Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 45 minutes before departure.

Options you can book

  • No Entrance fees from Da Nang

    Duration: 10 hours Lunch with Set Menu 7 dishes Danang - HaiVan Pass -Hue city: Pick up from Da Nang to Hai Van Pass - Lap An Lagoon - Khai Dinh Tomb - Lunch - Imperial city - Thien Mu Pagoda - Danang/Hue Van: Comfortable Van 16s seaters for 12 pax maximum Pickup included

  • Full Service from Hoi An

    Duration: 12 hours Lunch with set menu 7 dishes Hoi An - Hai Van Pass - Hue : Drop off in Hoi An or Da Nang or Hue is possible with this option Van : Comfortable 16 seaters van for 12 pax maximum Entrance Fees: All entrance fees : Khai Dinh Tomb 150.000 VND , Imperial Citadel : 200.000 VND Pickup included

  • No entrance fees from Hoi An

    Pickup included

  • Full Services from Da Nang

    Duration: 10 hours Lunch with set menu 7 dishes Da nang - Hai Van pass - Hue Van : Comfortable 16 seaters van for 12 pax maximum Entrance fees Pickup included

Before you book

Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Languages
en
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Every day
Group size
Up to 12 travelers per booking
Operated by
Venus Travel

Know before you go

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Photos

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What travelers are saying

Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 614 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

The guide

7 mentions

Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

Knowledge and storytelling

6 mentions

Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

Food and drink

3 mentions

The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

Photo opportunities

2 mentions

The views and photo stops come up again and again.

Value for money

2 mentions

Travelers feel they got more than they paid for.

Organization

2 mentions

Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

Traveler reviews

614 verified traveler reviews for Hue Imperial City - Hai Van Pass Small Group From Danang/HoiAn. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Harperslondon · August 2026

Reliable, good value way to see Hue if you only have one day

Good value trip given the distances involved. Our guide Ryan was friendly, attentive, always offering to take photos with clear communication. Lunch was fine, plenty of it but potentially room for improvement. Would still recommend though and can vouch for the driver and Ryan being trustworthy and going above and beyond when after the trip I thought I’d left my sunglasses.

via Tripadvisor

555maryjanec · August 2026

Forbidden city vietnam

Our tour guide Ryan pham is very helpfull, knolegeable and friendly. I was happy to have seen the forbidden city in Hoi an with its history and story from our tour guide. Highly recommend him

via Tripadvisor

fleureunicem · August 2026

Hue An Trip

Very nice tour! We’re able to know more about vietnam in a fun way. Ryan, our tour guide, has also been so enthusiastic and it made the experience even more fun.

via Tripadvisor

Getaway10225353718 · August 2026

10/10 Hue City Day Trip with Ryan

Ryan was a fabulous host! Extremely funny and knowledgeable! They picked and dropped us right up at our hotel which was very convenient. There were sufficient bathroom breaks, pitstops, water bottles provided + the lunch was good as well! They managed to get us an entirely vegan lunch. I recommend carrying snacks since it’s a long day trip. Overall we had a great family day out and learned so much about local Vietnamese culture and history. 100% recommend!

via Tripadvisor

lipkianc · August 2026

Enjoyable Hue Day Tour

We went for Hue Imperial Discovery Full Day Tour. The guide, Ryan speaks very good English and he explained everything in detail so we understand the history and culture of Hue. It was really an enjoyable trip.

via Tripadvisor

Good to know

Duration
10.5 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
1+
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Price range
$30 to $65
Hotel pickup
Included for all travelers
Booked in 30 days
214
Verdict
90+ Club

Why this scores 95

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)93
Review evidence (18% weight)100
Booking momentum (14% weight)100
Value for money (12% weight)100
Listing quality (10% weight)100
Local standing (8% weight)62
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Hue Imperial City - Hai Van Pass Small Group From Danang/HoiAn: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Da Nang.

How much does Hue Imperial City - Hai Van Pass Small Group From Danang/HoiAn cost?

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Prices start at $30 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Da Nang usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

How long does Hue Imperial City - Hai Van Pass Small Group From Danang/HoiAn take?

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Plan for about 10.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Da Nang is not rushed.

Is Hue Imperial City - Hai Van Pass Small Group From Danang/HoiAn worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 95 out of 100, which we label "90+ Club". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 611 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most highly reviewed in Da Nang, and how flexible the cancellation terms are. Scoring 90 or above puts it in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.

Can I cancel or reschedule Hue Imperial City - Hai Van Pass Small Group From Danang/HoiAn?

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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

Is Hue Imperial City - Hai Van Pass Small Group From Danang/HoiAn suitable for kids and families?

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The operator sets a minimum age of 1. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 10.5-hour running time when deciding.

How far in advance should I book Hue Imperial City - Hai Van Pass Small Group From Danang/HoiAn?

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Around 214 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Da Nang can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

What should I bring or wear?

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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Da Nang and add a light layer if any part of the 10.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Hue Imperial City - Hai Van Pass Small Group From Danang/HoiAn start and how do I get there?

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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Da Nang within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

What are the best things to do in Da Nang?

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On Outty we rank every Da Nang experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Full Day Golden Bridge and Ba Na Hills Small Group Tour, Marble Mountains - Am Phu Cave - Monkey Mountain Sunset tour, Lady Buddha, Marble Mountains, Coconut Jungle & Hoian City Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

When is the best time to visit Da Nang?

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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

How many days do you need in Da Nang?

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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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