HUE
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The 8 most popular cruises & boat tours in Hue. Here's what each one actually delivers, who runs it, and what it costs.
Hue Perfume River dinner cruise with live Ca Huế folk music, VIP dragon-boat seating, a 7-course royal menu, and lantern wishes ritual.
“Pleasant and authentic experience offered by a Vietnamese family. Singers and musicians of exceptional talent graced our sisters. Delicious family meal.Auto-translated”
Ride Hue by motorbike with an English-speaking guide, visit royal tombs and pagodas, and finish with a Perfume River cruise.
“A GREAT day with Linh exploring Hue! She worked with us to create a great itinerary. She was super knowledgeable! She and her drivers were super careful and made the motorbike your the best way around the city!”
Hue afternoon motorbike tour with conical hat making and offbeat pagoda stops, ending with a panoramic sunset over the Perfume River.
“Jimmy was great this tour was one of the best we took.. off the beaten track and without many other folks scrambling to see the same thing. Jimmy was very knowledgeable . I would recommend this tour to everyone.”
Cycle Hue’s Perfume River to Thien Mu Pagoda and royal tombs, then cruise by dragon boat. 6-7 hours, pickup included.
“We had a brilliant trip with Hung. Such a well organised trip. We felt so safe with Hung at the front, and his colleague, Khue, at the back. Great information from Hung - we learnt such a lot about Vietnamese culture and history. Thanks for such a great trip.”
Private Hue dragon boat on the Perfume River, Thien Mu Pagoda, Hon Chen Temple, and imperial tombs with pickup and guide.
“Lovely relaxing trip on the river. Our favourite experience in Hue. Guide was excellent - very informative and attentive to help my elderly friend.”
Enjoy a 45-minute private dragon boat on Hue’s Perfume River at sunrise or sunset, with stops at key sights and optional rickshaw rides.
“We truly enjoyed this tour! The weather was perfect, the scenery was breathtaking, and our tour guide was exceptional. She was very knowledgeable and provided us with insightful information about the history and local culture. An absolutely fantastic experience!”
Relax on a 90-minute Huong River cruise in Hue with open-sided views and Vietnamese afternoon tea, passing Thien Mu Pagoda.
“Cruising along the Huong River while enjoying delicious tea, fruit, and snacks was such a relaxing way to enjoy our first afternoon in Hue. I booked this for me and my mother for her birthday, and she had a great time learning about the city's Read more”
Bike through Hue to Bao Vinh, then cruise the Perfume River at sunset with tea or coffee in a 4-hour guided tour.
“Seeing the way, that bird houses, furniture, and hinges are made by hand was truly impressive. The visit to the Pagoda was also amazing.”
