Explore the Royal Tombs of Hue full day trip

Explore the royal tombs of Hue on a private driving tour, delve into the captivating history of this iconic and beloved city, and immerse yourself in the lavish culture of Vietnam's royal family, all under the guidance of seasoned local experts.

1 day

Vietnam

Short Trips

Attractions

Hue

Duration

1 day

Code

TH1

Overview

Explore the Royal Tombs of Hue on a private driving tour to discover the fascinating history of Hue and delve into the rich culture of the Vietnamese royal family, all accompanied by knowledgeable local experts. Discover the three most iconic tombs of the Nguyen emperors, offering an immersive experience at the heart of royal grandeur and Vietnamese tradition.

Strong points:

Discovery of the lives of Vietnamese kings, their wives, concubines, and eunuchs.
Exploration of the most prestigious royal tombs of the emperors for a total immersion in Vietnamese royalty.
Enrich your knowledge of the history and culture of Hue and Vietnam thanks to our local experts.

Itinerary

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The visit to the royal tombs of Hue begins with the tomb of Tu Duc, built between 1864 and 1867 by King Tu Duc himself (fourth king of the Nguyen dynasty, 1847-1883). Besides its use as a burial site, this tomb, covering approximately 12 hectares, was also the residence of the king during his lifetime. Made up of two distinct areas, the temple area, and the burial area, it served as a place of residence for minor wives, concubines, and eunuchs after the king died in 1883.

Continue your visit to the royal tombs by exploring that of Minh Mang, built between 1840 and 1843. Initiated by Minh Mang for himself, it was completed by his son, King Thieu Tri, after Minh Mang's death in 1840. Covering 15 hectares, the tomb houses 26 buildings intended for different functions and was also the residence of minor wives, concubines and eunuchs after the death of the king.

The final stop on our exploration of the royal tombs of Hue will be the tomb of Khai Dinh, erected between 1920 and 1931. Started by the king himself between 1920 and 1925, it was completed by his son after his death. Unique in its style mixing oriental and European influences, this tomb occupies an area of 48.5m x 117m. It is the only tomb of the Nguyen kings built with varied styles and structures, confirming that the king is buried under this building.

After exploring Hue's three most prestigious royal tombs, soak up local history and the lives of the Nguyen kings. Our guide will then take you back to your hotel, concluding this enriching experience.

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