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Hue Imperial Tour - Heritage Train via Hai Van Pass in Da Nang

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Activity provider: VM TRAVEL HOI AN
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full-day tour in Da Nang, taking in Hải Vân PassTrain, Lang Co Beach and Hue Historic Citadel. Run by VM TRAVEL HOI AN, booked direct rather than through a reseller.

Highlights

  • Hải Vân PassTrain
  • Lang Co Beach
  • Hue Historic Citadel
  • Local restaurant
  • Runs 11 hours
  • Pickup and drop-off at your hotel in central Da Nang

Hue Imperial Tour - Heritage Train via Hai Van Pass: Key Facts

PriceFrom $79.79 per person
Duration11 hours
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

Full description

This is a 11-hour experience in Da Nang, built around Hải Vân PassTrain, Lang Co Beach and Hue Historic Citadel. It is run by VM TRAVEL HOI AN, an operator we book with directly rather than through a reseller, which is why we can hold your place with them before we treat your booking as final.

The price covers Pickup and drop-off at your hotel in central Da Nang, High-quality 16-seater vehicle with AC, guide, Heritage Train Ticket and Khai Dinh Tomb. It does not cover Personal Expenses, Beverages during lunch, Gratuities for driver and guide and Pick-up outside Da Nang City Center, so budget for those separately. Everything included is listed in full on this page; if something is not on that list, assume it is not in the price.

Da Nang. We need at least one day's notice, and we confirm the date with VM TRAVEL HOI AN before treating your booking as final. If they cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.

Tour Itinerary

Itineraries are customisable as per your request

The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

Pickup location

Da Nang

Van

(15 minutes)

Hải Vân PassTrain

(1.5 hours)

Lang Co Beach

Break time, Photo stop, Sightseeing (10 minutes)

Van

(75 minutes)

Hue Historic Citadel

Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk (105 minutes)

Local restaurant

Break time, Lunch (1 hour)

Pagoda of the Celestial Lady

Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing (30 minutes)

Van

(20 minutes)

Mausoleum of Emperor Khai Dinh

Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk (40 minutes)

Van

(2.5 hours)

Arrive back at

Da Nang

Detailed Itinerary

Pickup location: Da Nang

Van: (15 minutes)

Hải Vân PassTrain: (1.5 hours)

Lang Co Beach: Break time, Photo stop, Sightseeing (10 minutes)

Van: (75 minutes)

Hue Historic Citadel: Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk (105 minutes)

Local restaurant: Break time, Lunch (1 hour)

Pagoda of the Celestial Lady: Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing (30 minutes)

Includes

  • Pickup and drop-off at your hotel in central Da Nang
  • High-quality 16-seater vehicle with AC
  • English-speaking guide
  • Heritage Train Ticket (1 way: From Da Nang Station to Lang Co Station)
  • Khai Dinh Tomb (150.000 VND if you choose the option is included)
  • Hue Citadel (200.000 VND if you choose the option is included)
  • Hue's Lunch Dishes - Vegetarian option is available upon request
  • Traditional Herbal Footbath in a local restaurant
  • Bottled Water

Excludes

  • Personal Expenses
  • Beverages during lunch
  • Gratuities for driver and guide (Optional)
  • Pick-up outside Da Nang City Center: (200k/way - Sedan 4-seater: max 3 pax, 250k/way - SUV 7-seater: max 5 pax)
  • Pick-up from Hoi An Old Town Center (250k/way - Sedan 4-seater: max 3 pax, 300k/way - SUV 7-seater: max 5 pax)

Important information

Meeting point

Da Nang

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration 11 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Free cancellation
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Traveler Reviews

4.8/5
based on 273 reviews
Guide
4.9/5
Value for money
4.7/5
Verified reviews from travelers on this operator’s experience
5
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Susan
September 11, 2026

We had a fantastic trip, Sam our guide was very knowledgeable and made the trip more interesting. Highly recommended

5
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Sue
September 9, 2026

It was a lovely day with an excellent guide Sam, always making sure everything was fine with everyone, also very good knowledge of the history in Hue.

5
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Lynda
August 31, 2026

Our guide An, was so knowledgeable and good humoured. He had so much information to share about He's history and kept us very entertained. Highly recommended.

5
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Andy
August 22, 2026

Huda was a great guide. Everything was planned in advance with good seats and his knowledge of Hue was exceptional. Highly recommended!

5
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Dianne
August 18, 2026

The tour was very good, the train ride was enjoyable. We ate barbecue oysters at the oyster village cafe, which were excellent. Our guide, An, was a very knowledgeable and likeable guide. We were on this tour in mid August, apparently at the very hottest time of the year, so the pace in the 40°C heat for us, we are in our 60’s was not so easy. My husband ordinarily struggles with a lot of walking though, so not a fault of the tour. He didn’t attempt to climb the 130 steps to the tomb.

5
M
Marta
August 11, 2026

The trip was extraordinary! Your guide, Huda (HieuVan), is truly professional! He has incredible knowledge, is very helpful, kind, smiling, and very caring. The trip was superbly organized; we didn't have to wait anywhere; everything was perfect.

5
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Fatima
August 10, 2026

Amazing experience specially if you’re doig just a 1-day trip to Hue. I wish it was a bit longer because the places we saw were so beautiful I wanted to keep taking pictures and stay. The train experience was the best and I’m glad did this instead of paying less and taking a minivan. Huda our guide was also amazing and very knowledgeable and narrated the mysteries and stories of Hue in a very captivating way. My only con was not being able to stay longer than I would’ve liked.

5
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Bobbie
August 10, 2026

Sam was an attentive guide ensuring all travelers were well hydrated and accounted for during the tours. He was expressive and clear in his sharing the stories of the Nguyen dynasty. Definitely recommend Sam and the tour!

5
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Ashutosh
August 9, 2026

It was a great trip which was very well organised as well. Our guide Sam was wonderful and knowledgable. Highly recommend the experience.

5
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Graham
August 9, 2026

we found Huda and his team extremely professional and punctual. The transportation was very comfortable and Huda extremely knowledgeable. the restaurant we visited gave a wonderful sample of Vietnamese dishes. We were party of 4 ranging in ages from 17 to 60 and would all recommend Huda tour.

5
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Adrian
July 30, 2026

Sam was knowledgeable and a fantastic guide, it was wonderful being taken everywhere and taught the fantastic history of Hue

5
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Trish
July 28, 2026

Great day that included lots of activities. Really pleased with the itinerary as much easier to join a group rather than do it solo. Talent was a great guide and we learnt a lot. Although it was a long day, it didn’t feel like it as there was much to see; very grateful for the comfortable and modern van that transported us around.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Da Nang The collection window is usually a little wider than a fixed minute, because the driver is working a route around several hotels.
The price does not cover personal expenses, beverages during lunch, gratuities for driver and guide (optional) and pick-up outside da nang city center: (200k/way - sedan 4-seater: max 3 pax, 250k/way - suv 7-seater: max 5 pax). Everything it does cover is listed in full on this page, so if something is not on that list, budget for it separately.
Unless the option says private, this runs as a small group. The operator caps it rather than filling a coach, and if you want it to yourselves the private option is priced separately on this page.
We confirm your booking with the operator before we treat it as final, and we need at least one day's notice. Once it is confirmed you get the meeting point, the time and a contact number for the day. If the operator cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.
Pickup and drop-off at your hotel in central Da Nang, High-quality 16-seater vehicle with AC, English-speaking guide, Heritage Train Ticket (1 way: From Da Nang Station to Lang Co Station), Khai Dinh Tomb (150.000 VND if you choose the option is included), Hue Citadel (200.000 VND if you choose the option is included), Hue's Lunch Dishes - Vegetarian option is available upon request, Traditional Herbal Footbath in a local restaurant, Bottled Water
The duration of the Hue Imperial Tour - Heritage Train via Hai Van Pass is typically 11 hours. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
Starting from$79.79