Hue City Da Nang Hoi An tour: 7-hour shore excursion

The Perfume River cruise lasts 30 minutes, not the whole afternoon.

Choose between two 7-hour guided tours departing from Chan May cruise port: one explores Hue's Imperial Citadel, oldest pagoda and a dragon boat ride on the Perfume River. The other drives through Hai Van Pass to Da Nang, then walks Hoi An Ancient Town and its lantern workshops. Both include a local English-speaking guide, hotel or port pickup, and lunch. A private car option with driver is also available for either destination or Ba Na Hills Golden Bridge.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Hoi An Ancient Town2h · entry included
2. Hue Citadel2h · entry included
3. Ba Na Hills3h
4. Hai Van Pass15m

Choose Hue or Da Nang & Hoi An Tour

• Drive to Lap An Lagoon and Lang Co Bay
• Stop for pictures at Lap An Lagoon
• Drive through Hai Van Pass to Da Nang
• Arrive at Hoi An Ancient Town
• Eat Cao Lau Noodle for lunch
• Walk Hoi An Market and assembly halls
• Cross Japanese Covered Bridge
• Visit Lantern Workshop
• Guide says goodbye, return to Chan May Port

The experience

The two package tours run the same length and follow the same pickup-and-return rhythm, but they split at the first fork: Hue heads inland to the former royal capital, while Da Nang and Hoi An stay coastal and climb the scenic Hai Van Pass. Both depart from Chan May cruise port and time the return before ship departure. The Hue tour walks the Imperial Citadel (built 1804–1833 by the first Nguyen Dynasty kings), then moves to Thien Mu Pagoda, the oldest and most famous in Hue, founded in 1601. A 30-minute dragon boat cruise on the Perfume River closes the day. The Da Nang route crosses Hai Van Pass at 500 meters elevation, a 20-kilometer mountain road that separates Thua Thien-Hue province from Da Nang city, then arrives in Hoi An for lunch and a walking tour of the market, assembly halls and the Japanese Covered Bridge. A lantern workshop stop lets you watch artisans at work and buy souvenirs.

Entry fees and meals come included in both package tours. The local guide leads the walking sections and explains the history and daily role of Buddhism in Hue, or the architecture and trade heritage of Hoi An. If you prefer to move at your own pace or need flexibility on timing, a private car with English-speaking driver is available for the same destinations or for Ba Na Hills and its Golden Bridge, though entry fees and meals are not included in that option. Pickup inside the port costs an extra 25 USD per person if you choose it.

What’s included

• Local English-speaking guide on package tours.
• hotel or cruise port pickup and return drop-off.
• lunch (Cao Lau Noodle in Hoi An, or a meal in Hue).
• entry to the Imperial Citadel and Thien Mu Pagoda in Hue, or entry to Hoi An's market and assembly halls.
• a 30-minute dragon boat cruise on the Perfume River in Hue, or a lantern workshop visit in Hoi An.

Options for this experience

6 options

Golden Bridge: Private CarUp to 4 per booking · Guide in English · 9 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 11:00With an English-speaking driver: we use 4- and 7-seat air-conditioned cars with an English-speaking driver for communication only, not as a tour guide. Sights to visit: Lap An Lagoon with its local fishing village, Hai Van Pass, Ba Na Hills with the cable car and Golden Hands Bridge. Length: 8 hours. The trip includes 3 hours for the round-trip transfer and sightseeing stops along the way, plus the 3 to 5 hours you need at Ba Na Hills Theme Park. Pick-up and drop-off point: excursion prices cover pick-up and drop-off at the Border Check, a 500 m walk from the Exit Gate of Chan May Port. Trip inclusions: private car with an experienced driver for the round trip from Chan May Port with sightseeing, and all costs for fuel, road tolls and parking. Trip exclusions: food and drinks, tour guide, port fee (if you want pick-up inside the port), entry fees, travel insurance, and service tips. Entry fee to Ba Na Hills: you pay separately for admission (from 950K per person), which covers the cable car and some activities. Pickup is included.

Hue Royal City: Private CarUp to 4 per booking · Guide in English · 9 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 11:00With an English-speaking driver: we use 4- and 7-seat air-conditioned cars with an English-speaking driver for communication only, not as a tour guide. Sights to visit: the Citadel (Imperial City and Forbidden City), Thien Mu Pagoda, and one royal tomb (a choice of Minh Mang, Tu Duc or Khai Dinh). Length: 8 hours, including 3 hours for the round-trip transfer from the port, 2 hours in the Imperial City, 30 minutes at Thien Mu Pagoda and 40 minutes at one tomb. Pick-up and drop-off point: excursion prices cover pick-up and drop-off at the Border Check, a 500 m walk from the Exit Gate of Chan May Port. Trip inclusions: private car with an experienced driver for the round trip from Chan May Port with sightseeing, and all costs for fuel, road tolls and parking. Trip exclusions: food and drinks, tour guide, port fee (if you want pick-up inside the port), entry fees, travel insurance, and service tips. Entry fees to pay separately: Imperial City (200k per person) and Royal Tomb (150k per person); entry to Thien Mu Pagoda is free. Pickup is included.

Danang & Hoi An: Private CarUp to 4 per booking · Guide in English · 9 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 11:00With an English-speaking driver: we use 4- and 7-seat air-conditioned cars with an English-speaking driver for communication only, not as a tour guide. Sights to visit: Lap An Lagoon and its local fishing village, Hai Van Pass and Marble Mountains in Da Nang City, and Hoi An Ancient Town. Length: 8 hours, including 4.5 hours for the round-trip transfer from the port, 1 hour at Marble Mountains and about 2 hours in Hoi An Ancient Town. Pick-up and drop-off point: excursion prices cover pick-up and drop-off at the Border Check, a 500 m walk from the Exit Gate of Chan May Port. Trip inclusions: private car with an experienced driver for the round trip from Chan May Port with sightseeing, and all costs for fuel, road tolls and parking. Trip exclusions: food and drinks, tour guide, port fee (if you want pick-up inside the port), entry fees, travel insurance, and service tips. Entry fees to pay separately: Marble Mountains (45k per person, plus an optional 15k per person for the elevator) and Hoi An Old Town (120k per person if you want to enter the old buildings). Pickup is included.

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Danang & Hoi An: Private TourUp to 9 per booking · Guide in English · No fixed timeTravel by private car or minivan to visit Lap An Lagoon, Hai Van Pass and Hoi An Ancient Town to learn about the history of Vietnam and the Champa Kingdom. Length: 7 hours. The trip takes roughly 7 hours, so please check that this itinerary fits your ship's schedule. Local lunch is included, with a choice of Cao Lau noodles or My Quang noodles (with pork and vegetables). Please let us know if you have any special dietary requirements. Pick-up and drop-off point: excursion prices cover pick-up and drop-off at the Border Check, a 500 m walk from the Exit Gate of Chan May Port. Tour inclusions: round-trip transport by car or van, a dragon boat ride and a local guide in Hoi An, entrance fees to sightseeing sites, and lunch. Tour exclusions: drinks (available to buy), port fee (if you want pick-up inside the port), travel insurance, service tips, and shopping. Pickup is included.

Private tour: Hue CityUp to 9 per booking · Guide in English · No fixed timeTravel by private car and dragon boat to visit the Imperial Citadel, Forbidden City and Thien Mu Pagoda to learn about the history and culture of Vietnamese royalty. Length: 7 hours. The trip takes roughly 7 hours, so please check that this itinerary fits your ship's schedule. Local lunch is included, featuring Hue noodle soup specialties with beef, pork or crab meat. Please let us know if you have any special dietary requirements. Pick-up and drop-off point: excursion prices cover pick-up and drop-off at the Border Check, a 500 m walk from the Exit Gate of Chan May Port. Tour inclusions: round-trip transport by car or van, a dragon boat ride and a local guide in Hue, entrance fees to sightseeing sites, and lunch. Tour exclusions: drinks (available to buy), port fee (if you want pick-up inside the port), travel insurance, service tips, and shopping. Pickup is included.

Hue City: Small Group TourUp to 9 per booking · Guide in English · No fixed timeMinimum 2 guests, maximum 9: small group trip from Chan May to the Citadel and Thien Mu Pagoda, with a dragon boat ride on the Perfume River (a local guide will meet you in Hue). Car, minivan and dragon boat: we will pick you up as close to the port as possible, depending on the ship you are on. The driver will hold a sign with your name. Length: 7 hours. The tour takes roughly 7 hours. We will contact you again 2 days before departure to confirm the pick-up time. Lunch is included, featuring Hue noodle soup specialties with beef, pork or crab meat. Please let us know if you have any special food requirements. Pick-up and drop-off point: excursion prices cover pick-up and drop-off at the Border Check, a 500 m walk from the Exit Gate of Chan May Port. Tour inclusions: round-trip transport by car or van, a dragon boat ride and a local guide in Hue, entrance fees to sightseeing sites, and lunch. Tour exclusions: drinks (available to buy), port fee (if you want pick-up inside the port), travel insurance, service tips, and shopping. Pickup is included.

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Before you book

Days and timesEvery day9 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 11:00

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (12 to 80 years) · Youth (7 to 11 years) · Child (3 to 6 years) · Infant (under 3)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleStroller friendly

Operated by Adventure Journey

Is this one for you?The package tours suit travelers who want entry, meals and a guide included in one booking and don't mind a fixed schedule timed to ship departure. Choose the private car if you prefer to set your own pace at each stop and don't need the guide narration or meals arranged. You'll have more flexibility but will pay separately for entry and food.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (7 to 11 years); Child (3 to 6 years); Infant (under 3).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is the Hue Imperial Citadel and why does the tour spend time there?

The Hue Imperial Citadel was the center of economy, culture and political activity for the royal family under the Nguyen Dynasty. Built between 1804 and 1833 by the first two kings, it stands as the former capital's most significant historical site, and the tour includes a walking exploration of the citadel and the Forbidden City within it.

Does the Da Nang option include time to explore Hoi An on my own, or is it all guided walking?

The tour includes a guided walking section through Hoi An's market, assembly halls and the Japanese Covered Bridge, plus a stop at a lantern workshop where artisans demonstrate their craft. You have time to shop and explore, though the pace is set by the group and guide.

What happens at Hai Van Pass, and how long do we spend there?

Hai Van Pass is a scenic mountain road at 500 meters elevation that crosses the Bach Ma mountain range between Hue province and Da Nang. The tour drives through it as part of the route to Da Nang and Hoi An. It is a photo stop and a transition point, not a lengthy halt.

Can I book a private car instead of the group tour, and what changes?

Yes, a private car with English-speaking driver is available for Hue, Da Nang and Hoi An, or Ba Na Hills and the Golden Bridge. With a private car, entry fees and meals are not included, so you arrange and pay for those separately. The driver provides transport and narration only.