Vietnam · CITY TOURS IN HOI AN
This is the shortlist you would text a friend two weeks out: 8 city tours in Hoi An worth the money, each with what it costs and the one thing to check before you commit.
Spend 6.5 hours with an English-speaking guide exploring Bay Mau Coconut Forest by basket boat, learning local fishing methods, touring Hoi An Ancient Town, eating dinner, and releasing a flower lantern on the Hoai River. Groups are limited to 12, with hotel pickup included.
“Tour guide was excellent and very informative. Lots of information before pick up. Trip went as planned.”
Spend a full day traveling from Da Nang or Hoi An to Hue with an English-speaking guide such as Coco, MiAn, Van, or Hieu. The route includes Hai Van Pass, Lap An Lagoon, Hue Imperial City, lunch, Thien Mu Pagoda, and Khai Dinh Mausoleum.
“We had a great time with our tour for today! Our tour guide Mia is very knowledgeable. She is always smiling and energetic and most of all she’s always ready to answer questions. We learned a lot from her on this tour. Our driver is also very good. He’s making sure we are safe and comfortable. Our lunch was really good! This tour is highly recommended! It’s 10/10!”
Travel from Hoi An or Da Nang to Hue in a small group of up to 12, crossing Hai Van Pass and stopping at Lap An Lagoon, the Citadel, Thien Mu Pagoda, Khai Dinh Tomb, and Madam Thu Restaurant. Expect a long day, strong historical guidance, and lunch included.
“A long but informative day! I highly recommend this tour if you are trying to see the highlights of Hue with limited time! Our guide was kind and helpful and knowledgeable! He made sure to spend some individual time with everyone to ensure they were getting everything they could out of the tour and that was much appreciated! Highly recommended!”
This five-hour Hoi An tour combines old-town sights, the Bay Mau Coconut Forest, a shared bamboo basket boat, dinner, and a 15-minute lantern cruise. Guides such as Tin Tin, Emma, Thuy, and Harry lead the experience, with hotel pickup and drop-off included.
“Tingh Tingh was an excellent guide, Thank-you so much, she made the day extra special. Great value for money”
Travel from Hoi An or Da Nang to Hue in a private car with an English-speaking driver such as Vy, Trung, Johny, or Sang Ho. You’ll cross Hai Van Pass, visit royal tombs, Thien Mu Pagoda, and the Imperial City, with time for lunch and photo stops.
“Loved to see the Hue Imperial town and the mausoleum. our guide Lam was great and very informative.”
Spend 11 hours traveling from Hoi An or Da Nang to Hue in a small group of up to 12. Expect Hai Van Pass views, Lap An Lagoon, a Hue lunch, Khai Dinh Tomb, the Imperial Citadel, and Thien Mu Pagoda, with guides such as Ryan, Celina, Sherlock, or Xi.
“Excellent day. Very knowledgeable tour guide, Ryan, who gave special care and attention to, helping me to negotiate steps. We learned so much about Nguyen dynasty. Lunch was delicious. The only downside was the bus. The air conditioner dripped on me through the whole trip and the suspension seemed so bad, we were flung around in the back seat, hitting our heads on the roof when we went over bumps.”
Travel from Da Nang or Hoi An to Hue with an English-speaking guide, stopping at Lap An Lagoon, Khai Dinh Tomb, Hue Citadel, and Thien Mu Pagoda. Guides named Vi and Jeni have led engaging departures. Lunch, transport, hotel pickup, and drop-off are included, while entrance fees cost extra.
“Good balance of information and guidance and free time to explore and take photos. Vi provided a fun and engaging tour, she had a great sense of humour and was also very helpful taking some photos for us. Thank you!”
Travel from Da Nang or Hoi An to Hue in a small group of up to 12. Guides such as Dingh, Mr Sang, and Thommy bring humor and clear historical context to Khai Dinh Tomb, the Imperial Citadel, and Thien Mu Pagoda, with lunch and hotel transport included.
“Our guide Mr Sang was really great. He was extremely knowledgeable and was able to clearly explain the rich history of each attraction we visited. The trip included one of the most sumptuous meal we had amongst all the trips we have participated. Although the journey from Da Nang to Hue City is long, the ride was scenic as it passes through the mountains with views of the lagoon. Highly recommended.”
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