Hue · HALF-DAY
8 reviewed
These are the 8 best half-day tours in Hue, with what each one costs, how long it takes, and the kind of traveller it suits. Start at the top; it sits there for a reason.
A half-day motorbike ride through Hue’s bridges, rice fields, incense village, and imperial sights, led by safe, fun local drivers.
“My family and I joined the local tour around Hue with our wonderful guide, Happy. It was a wonderful way to see and experience the local area. Thank you Happy and your two other guides.”
Half-day Hue street food tour with an English guide: five local tastings, green tea, and 1 Huda beer, plus hotel pickup.
“Our tour guide, Fi, was very enthusiastic about sharing Hue’s food with us. We had plenty of food - come with an empty stomach as the food was plentiful. The flavorful food did not dissapoint! We understand better why Hue’s food is so famous. We also enjoyed the evening tour as it gave us the opportunity to see Hue’s night life scene.”
Private car DMZ tour from Hue to Vinh Moc Tunnels. Walk wartime sites, learn the story behind the 17th parallel, ride in comfort.
“Our English speaking guide Tray was excellent. He had in depth knowledge of the history of the DMZ and Vinh Moc Tunnels. He was also very willing share his knowledge of Vietnamese culture from a lovely personalised perspective. Car was spotless and well driven and everything went plan.”
A flexible private motorbike tour around Hue’s tombs and pagoda, with a safe driver, pickup, bottled water, and up to four stops.
“Tz and his team of drivers were exceptional and really accommodating in allowing us to customise our tour and see as many attractions as possible. I highly recommend their services for seeing the sights and making the most of your time in Hue.”
Half-day Phong Nha Cave adventure by dragon boat. Includes hotel transfers, English guide, entrance fees, water, towels, and a scenic river ride.
“A quite successful trip visited phong nha cave for a few afternoons.phong nha cave is very beautiful, we had the boat trip and had a great time with the group. I would recommend this trip”
A half-day trip to Phong Nha’s Paradise Cave, with forest transport, LED-lit walkways, and huge formations. Pickup from Hue, Dong Hoi, or Phong Nha.
“We really enjoyed this trip! The caves were really cool & great to explore. The tour guide was fantastic. His English was really good and he explained very clearly what we would be doing during the tour whilst we were en route. He gave us lots of relevant information and helped us to see everything. He even gave us a good lunch recommendation and dropped us off opposite. We also appreciated the good communication before and after the trip too!”
A private half-day DMZ tour from Hue to Quang Tri: Vinh Moc tunnels, Hien Luong Peace Bridge, and Quang Tri Citadel with an English guide.
“We are so happy we did this private tour! Me and my boyfriend were picked up at our hotel in a large, modern van, which was very comfortable. Thuy, our guide, spoke English so well and answered all of our questions. She is a history student who is really knowledgeable on Vietnam’s history, economy and the many wars they’ve fought. She is also super friendly and takes such good care of you. Also a shout out to our driver Trung who was very sweet, calm and collected. He made us feel safe getting from A to B. Thank you so much Thuy and Trung! ❤️”
Hue half-day tour with a dragon boat ride on the Perfume River, Thien Mu Pagoda, Hue Imperial Citadel, and Dong Ba Market.
“Great tour all around. Just wish we had had more time at the Palace.”
