Explore Hue’s Imperial Citadel & Royal Tombs – A Cultural Journey through Vietnam’s Dynastic Past

Hue offers a vivid window into Vietnam’s royal past. Begin your day at the Imperial Citadel (Dai Noi), walking through grand gates, ancient temples, and the Forbidden Purple City. Learn about royal rituals, Nguyen emperors, and the Citadel’s symbolic architecture.

Continue to visit Tu Duc Tomb with its poetic scenery, the grand Khai Dinh Tomb with elaborate mosaic art, or the serene Minh Mang Tomb surrounded by lakes and pine trees. Along the way, enjoy a royal-style lunch, explore traditional craft villages, or watch Nhã nhạc (Royal Court Music) if time allows.