Khai Dinh Tomb Tours
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Khai Dinh Tomb is in Chau Chu village, south of Hue. It took 11 years to build—longer than Khai Dinh himself reigned. An elaborate, Gothic structure, with blackened concrete exteriors and flamboyantly gaudy interiors, it fuses French, Vietnamese, and Chinese architectural styles.
The Basics
Gain entry to the Khai Dinh Tomb for a noticeable sum, with heavy discounts for children. Most travelers visit from Hue, capital of the Nguyen dynasty from 1802, as part of a tour of imperial sites including the citadel and other royal tombs. Many tours include a Perfume River cruise.
While you don’t need a guide to appreciate the spectacular colors of Khai Dinh’s tomb, many visitors will get more out of Hue with a guide who can explain Vietnam’s imperial history. It’s also possible to explore Hue as a day trip from Hoi An, 78 miles (125 kilometers) to the south.
Things to Know Before You Go
- Khai Dinh Tomb is a must for photographers, Instagrammers, history buffs, and lovers of kitsch.
- As at other imperial Hue sites, a dress code applies. Singlets and short shorts are not acceptable: Cover shoulders, thighs, and upper arms.
- There are a lot of steps at the tomb, so wear comfortable shoes.
- Khai Dinh Tomb is not wheelchair-accessible.
How to Get There
Khai Dinh Tomb occupies a hill in the village of Chau Chu, around 6 miles (9 kilometers) south of Hue. There’s no public transport and it’s not accessible by boat. Rather than cycle or drive, many travelers prefer to join a tour or arrange a private driver-guide.
When to Get There
Khai Dinh Tomb is open from morning to early evening seven days a week and is at its busiest on weekends and over the Tet (lunar new year) holiday celebrations. It can get pretty sticky climbing the steps in the heat of the day, so aim to visit early for a more mellow experience.
Who Was Khai Dinh?
The 12th Nguyen emperor, Khai Dinh ruled Vietnam from 1916 to 1925, when he died aged just 40. He believed in working with France, the colonial occupier, and visited Marseilles and Paris to learn more about European culture. Although he produced one son, Vietnam’s last emperor, Bao Dai, experts generally believe Khai Dinh was gay.
Address: Hue, Vietnam
Admission: Varies
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Hue City Private Tour
We classified to choose the excellent English speaking, friendly, thoughtful and fexible, knowledgeble tour guides for you. New and morden with A/C vehicles. We will tell you some stories and myths not common in guidebooks or on the internet. We would take care you before, during and after the tour. We can customize the tours following your requests as well.
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Hue City Full-Day Tour
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Hue City Small Group Tour (Max 12 Pax)
Rather than exploring as part of a huge group, receive personalized attention on a small-group tour of Hue, the historical capital of Vietnam. Ideal for first-time visitors and time-pressed travelers, this tour transports you between dispersed landmarks, including the Thien Mu Pagoda and the far-flung Tomb of Khai Dinh, and ensures you benefit from the insider knowledge of your guide.
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Hue city tour with private english speaking driver: see royal tombs and more
The notable sights of Hue can be tricky to visit without a car; this private service takes up to four passengers without a hassle. Make four stops in 4–5 hours or five stops in 6–7 hours, including the royal tombs, Thien Mu Pagoda, and the Citadel. The itinerary is flexible, with extra time for lunch if you request. Fuel, tolls, parking fees, and hotel pickup are included—a great value.
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Hue sightseeing Tombs and Pagoda with private driver
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Private Full-Day Hue Cyclo Tour
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Hue: Sightseeing by Private Car
Your tour driver will take you to a selection of historic and natural highlights around Hue.
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Stay comfortable in an air-conditioned, modern vehicle
See the oldest Pagoda in Hue
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Hue Royal Tomb Tour | Visit 4 Imperial Hue tombs by car
Out of 13 Nguyen Emperors, there were seven of Nguyen Emperors managed to build their resting places in Hue which later on become the must do places to visit in Hue.
The Nguyen Emperors Tomb Tour is an excellent Hue Private Tour by car for you and family to visit the best tombs in Hue, including Tomb of Minh Mang, Royal tomb of Khai Dinh King and Tu Duc Tomb.
This Hue Architecture Tour will fill you with learning about feng-shui principle and Nguyen Imperial Style. Each Hue tomb has its own uniqueness that will bring a feast for your eyes when booking this Hue half day tour.
Finally, when you book this option, you get to have a special chance to visit Thieu Tri Tomb, a stunning and peaceful Hue sightseeing place that most visitors don’t know much about. This is a rare piece of work and is becoming trendy now among visitors to Hue. Especially, we won’t charge you extra to visit this unique Hue Royal Tomb.
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Hue Royal tombs half day afternoon group tour
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Shore Excursion: Hue Imperial City from Chan May Port or Tien Sa Port
Explore the UNESCO-listed Imperial City of Hue while in port in Da Nang and benefit from the personal touch of a private tour. Marvel at the ancient royal tombs of Minh Mang, Khai Dinh, and Tu Duc; enjoy a guided walking tour of Hue’s Imperial City; and cruise along the Perfume River to the Thien Mu pagoda.
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Shore Excursion from CHAN MAY or TIEN SA Port to Visit HUE CITY & PERFUME RIVER
TOUR PROGRAM :
Our tour guide pick you up from CHAN MAY or TIEN SA Port (Please give us Your Pick up & Drop off Time to pick up as your cruise ship schedule and you walk a few steps from the ship and meet our guide holding your name on the sign A4.
Arrive to Hue and visit the Citadel, Hue’s prime attraction, which contains the Imperial City, the Forbidden Purple City and the Emperor’s Private Residence. Hue has been known as the Imperial City of the Nguyen Emperors rising to glory during their reign from 1803 – 1945.
Lunch at Local Restaurant.
Visit Thien Mu Pagoda considered by many as the unofficial symbol of Hue, Thien Mu is an active Buddhist monastery with origins dating back to 1601.
Then we do 30 Minute Boat Trip on Perfume River.
Visit the serene Khai Dinh Royal Tomb, designed to blend in with its natural surroundings and built on principles of feng-shui.
We will then begin our drive back to the port and we will have you back at least one hour or more before departure.
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- Hue tour guides in different languages (Surcharge following the language chosen).
- Bring the best of Hue values to customers.
- Easy to customize and follow customers' desires.
- Port of calls tours which are professionally operated.
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Hue in a day from Chan May cruise Harbor
- Door to door service: We pick up right at the foot of your cruise.
- Hue tour guides in different languages (Surcharge following the language chosen).
- Bring the best of Hue values to customers.
- Easy to customize and follow customers' desires.
- Port of calls tours which are professionally operated.
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Full-day Hue city sightseeing tour
Observe daily life at Dong Ba Market
Ride a dragon boat and visit Thien Mu Pagoda (Heavenly Lady Pagoda)
See the UNESCO-listed Imperial Citadel and learn about the Nguyen Dynasty Enjoy lunch and a look at the royal tombs
Minivan transport from selected hotels included
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Hue Imperial City Private Tour with Perfume River Cruise
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Full Day Tour Hue Citadel All-Inclusive: Ancient Tombs, Heritage, Lunch
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Private Tour: Full-Day Hue City Tour Including Boat Trip on the Perfume River
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Hue sightseeing 3 tombs with private driver
- You can choose departure time and we will pick you up at your hotel in Hue, drop off there after the trip.
Please fill in your pick up location ( hotel) and departure time in the term: Special Requirements.
- We will take you to the most famous royal Tombs: Minh Mang, Khai Dinh, Tu Duc.
- It takes about 4 hours for this trip, flexible time as your request, time is no limit.
- The driver is locals and he can speak good english and answer questions about visiting places.
- Car is new and good air-conditioning, staff is super friendly.
You can also skip a tomb and change by another place: Thien MU Pagoda or Citadel as your request.
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Hue full day guided tour with 5 must see places in Hue
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Hue Full Day City Tour | Private visit Citadel, Thien Mu Pagoda & 3 Royal Tombs
Experience the essential authentic Hue with first class comforts & levels of customer service in one day
Visit the 5 must-see places to visit in Hue
Enjoy the best of Hue local food at the best Bun Bo Hue
Experience Hue city tour full day with more privacy than a Hue city group tour
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Full-Day Hue City Tour
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Hue Private Guided Tombs and Thien Mu Pagoda Tour
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Shore Excursion to HUE ROYAL PALACE & KING TOMB,PERFUME RIVER from CHAN MAY Port
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