Time: 1 day
CODE: HT1D
Starting From: 99$ per pax

AN AUTHENTIC HUE DAY TOUR – WHAT TO EXPECT?

Join a meaningful journey to reduce plastic waste through a range of engaging, eco-friendly activities, including travel by electric vehicles, cycling, and the use of sustainable products.Explore Thuy Bieu, the key destination of the project “Hue – Central Vietnam Plastic Reduction Urban Area.” Visit Thuy Bieu Eco-Village, a tranquil community on the southern bank of the Huong River, where you will cycle along shaded village roads lined with fragrant pomelo gardens and centuries-old traditional houses.Discover the local mangrove forest system as you travel by boat across more than 30 hectares of waterways, experiencing the peaceful, generations-old lifestyle of fishermen in this lagoon village. Savor local dishes featuring the distinctive flavors of the lagoon.Continue to Tam Giang Lagoon, stopping at Ngu My Thanh mural village for photo opportunities before taking a boat trip to gain firsthand insight into the daily lives of local fishermen through interactive, hands-on experiences.Conclude the journey with a meaningful environmental restoration activity, planting trees at Tam Giang Lagoon and contributing directly to the preservation of this unique ecosystem.
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GRATUITY NOTE

Tipping is not customary in Vietnam though it is highly appreciated, mostly in our New Year and Tet holiday. In fact, if you do receive a service that completely exceeds your expectation, then a tip is welcome. Please consider our recommendations on when to tip in Vietnam.
  • Tour guide: Tipping Expected.
  • Tour driver: Tipping Expected.
  • Homestay/ Hotel: Tipping optional.
  • Taxi driver, restaurants: Tipping optional.

From Past to Present

Authentic Experience

History

1 DAY IN HUE ITINERARY

8:00 - DRIVER PICK-UP

Our car driver and tour guide will pick you up at the meeting point in Hue city center to embark on a full-day tour in Hue. Begin your day by enjoying the fresh morning air in An Hien garden house, located right next to the poetic and peaceful Huong River, the most valuable architectural work in the ancient capital of Hue.

8:45 - VISIT THIEN MU PAGODA

Then visit Thien Mu Pagoda, which is also known as Linh Mu Pagoda – the oldest pagoda in Hue with a lifespan of more than 400 years, possessing ancient and sacred architecture. Here, you can admire the beauty of the pagoda, the peace of the Huong River and understand more about the mysterious legends.

9:30 - HUONG RIVER CRUISE

Cruise along the Huong River, sightseeing the ancient city from the river, a beautiful picture between nature and people. Here, you can release fish to make merit, contributing to the regeneration of aquatic resources on the Huong River.

10:00 - VISIT THUY BIEU VILLAGE

Arrive at Thuy Bieu village, you will experience cycling under the shade of green grapefruit gardens and the gentle fragrance. Visit the village temple – the place to worship the village god and where the villagers gather every year on holidays.In particular, you will visit a hundred-year-old garden house that is a typical example of the garden house architectural style in the ancient capital. Next, visit the country artist’s house to admire the paintings depicting the love of the homeland. You can experience painting on silk or on conical hats, unleash your creativity and own a painting with your own mark. (at your own expense)

11:30 - 13:00: LUNCH & AFTERNOON TEA

Enjoy a macrobiotic lunch (a method of protecting health, not only a matter of eating but also a lifestyle that helps balance the body and improve health), prioritizing the use of local food in the garden, this is also one of the model and famous garden houses in Luong Quan village, Thuy Bieu.Experience learning how to make grapefruit pomelo jams – specialties of Thuy Bieu land. You will enjoy afternoon tea under the shade of the grapefruit garden and relax with a 20-minute herbal foot bath.

13:30 - Tam Giang Lagoon, Quang Loi, Quang Dien

Explore the Ngư My Thanh Mural Village, where vibrant wall paintings vividly depict the daily lives of local fishermen, creating a unique artistic space in a peaceful countryside setting. Next, embark on a boat trip to Tam Giang Lagoon, the largest lagoon system in Southeast Asia, renowned for its pristine and rustic beauty. The journey becomes even more special as you witness the breathtaking sunset, painting the water’s surface with golden hues, creating a truly mesmerizing scene.
  • Visit vegetables village and crafts with locals.
  • Experience relaxing SUP rowing in front of the romantic scenery of the lagoon and join in interesting activities.
  • Enjoy fresh seafood with mini BBQ.
  • Environmental restoration journey with a Tree-Planting activity at Tam Giang Lagoon toward a sustainable environment.

17:30 - Return to Hue city center. End of tour.

The itinerary is subject to change or cancellation due to weather conditions.
Inclusions:
      • Experience: Unique
      • Meals: 1 Lunch and 1 mini BBQ
      • Transportation: Car, Bicycle/ E – bike, Dragon boat, Boat on lagoon
      • Touring: English speaking tour guide, all entrance fees
      • Travel insurance
      • Other: Water & Cold towels
Exclusions: 
      • Flight ticket
      • Visa
      • Tip
      • Beverages
      • Personal expenses
      • Experience painting on silk or conical hats in Thuy Bieu

WHY TRAVEL WITH YESD?

Authentic

We give local people employment, income and learning opportunities so they are directly involved in your tourism experience. Our guides and hosts will give you a special insight into culture and life in Vietnam.

Responsible

We aim to minimise the negative impacts of tourism on the environment and the local community while contributing positively to local economies. We don’t just talk responsible tourism, we act!

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10% of all profits from our tours go towards a community fund. This money allows us to make infrastructure improvements and provide other important resources to those in need.

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