3 Days in Hue – Ideal Time to Discover the City
Travel to Hue, travellers will be enchanted with the poetic landscapes, ancient royal architectures, unique cuisine and rustic life of this peaceful land. 3 days in Hue will be an ideal time to discover every single corner in the former capital of Vietnam.
Suggested Itinerary for 3 Days in Hue
Day 1: Get Lost in the Royal Capital
Start the amazing trip in Hue in 3 days by a visit to the Imperial Palace, where the royal family of Nguyen Dynasty lived in the past. Entering through Ngo Mon Gate, tourists will be amazed at the splendor of the Forbidden City and its surrounding citadels. Although some structures were damaged during the wars, visitors still feel the vast and lavish of this World Heritage Site. Tourists have a full day to explore many historic structures including Thai Hoa Palace, The Mieu, Hien Lam Cac, Lau Ngu Phung… Furthermore, tourists have chance to enjoy a royal meal with lots of Hue traditional dishes.
Day 2: Explore Hue historic sites on the Perfume riverside.
Tourists will have a stunning day with a Perfume boat trip to well-known attractions nearby. A visit to Gia Long, Tu Duc, Khai Dinh or Minh Mang Tomb will be a great chance to understanding the Vietnamese culture under the reign of Nguyen Kings. After that, tourists can discover the most famous religious architecture in Hue named Thien Mu Pagoda. Entering this sacred pagoda, visitors will immerse in the peaceful atmosphere of Buddhism and have time for meditation.
One of the most interesting activities in Hue tour is relaxing with a Hue traditional performance on the poetic Perfume River in the evening. Hue royal court music, a masterpiece of oral and intangible heritage of humanity, spreads on the tranquil river will leave travellers an unforgettable night in Hue.
Day 3: A different day in Hue City
After discovering almost heritages in the city, tourists can try a new experience by taking a Hue street food tour in Dong Ba Market and old streets. What can be more interesting than enjoying delicious Hue dishes while watching the lively activities of the locals in the market? Tourists will have a brand-new impressionafter 3 days in Hue.
In the afternoon, travellers can take an eco-tour to Thuy Bieu Village, an ancient village which is intact preserved. Cycling around the village, visitors will admire the scenic setting as well as the tranquility of the countryside. In the late afternoon, travellers have chance to enjoy the mesmerizing sunset on Tam Giang Lagoon to finish the astonishing 3 days in Hue.
