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The Colors of Hue 3 days

Tour Code: ZNQIG8SVTEN1

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Hue - Thuy Bieu Village - Hue Citadel - Thien Mu Pagoda

Land tour From: $105

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Duration

3 Days

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

Unlimited

Languages

English

About this tour

Hue – Thuy Bieu Village – Hue Citadel – Thien Mu Pagoda

Hue is renowned as the ancient capital of Vietnam, distinguished by its profound historical significance and distinctive architecture, prominently showcased through the grandeur of the Royal Citadel and the Emperor Tombs. Moreover, visitors will undoubtedly be enchanted by the vibrant beauty of the sites and the captivating charm of the local people. From the lush greenery of Thuy Bieu village to the azure hues reflected in the Perfume River, the elegant white Ao Dai and conical hats adorning the streets, and the lively, colorful stalls at Dong Ba market – each element contributes to making your three-day journey truly enchanting.

Included/Excluded

* All accommodations (with Twin/Double rooms) while on tour
* Accommodation based on twin or double sharing room
* All transfers and road transport in modern, air-conditioned vehicles if specified in the program
* Meals as mentioned in the program. B-Breakfast, Br-Brunch, L-Lunch, D-Dinner
* Your tour guide is a professional, fully trained employee of Vietnam Tour Packages
* Entrance fees if specified in the program
* Airfares, Cruise, Train, Sleeper bus if specified in the program.

* Compulsory tips for tour guide and driver
* Meals not mentioned in the program
* Single Supplement. Early check-in and late check-out. Hotel/Room upgrade
* Drinks, personal expenses and any services not clearly mentioned in the program
* Surcharge for the festive seasons
* Applicable Government Taxes and other service charges.
* The tour cost does not include POE charges and passport charges.
* Porterage Facility

Itinerary

<span> Day 1</span> Hue Arrival - Thuy Bieu Cooking Class

Receive you at the airport and provide transportation to Hue.

Navigate to Thuy Bieu Village by boat, approximately 7 km from the heart of Hue, to immerse in local life.

Participate in a cooking class to acquire the skills for preparing delectable traditional Hue dishes.

Indulge in a dinner featuring the dishes you have personally cooked.

Return to the hotel in Hue city.

Accommodation: Accommodation in a Hue city hotel
Activities:

Explore Thuy Bieu village.

Take part in a cooking class.

<span> Day 2</span> Hue Imperial City - Tha Om Garden

Morning:

Commence at 8:00 am with a visit to the Imperial City of Hue, situated on the northern bank of the Perfume River, commissioned by Emperor Gia Long.

Discover Tha Om, an ancient house boasting a history of more than 100 years.

Afternoon:

Starting at 13:00 pm, head to Tu Duc Tomb and Khai Dinh Tomb, providing insights into the lives of the royals.

Engage in the vibrant atmosphere of the Incense and Conical Hat-making villages.

Return to the hotel in Hue.

Evening:

Enjoy leisure time and explore the enchanting night scene of Hue.
Accommodation: Hotel in Hue
Activities: - Explore the Imperial City of Hue

Visit Tu Duc Tomb and Khai Dinh Tomb

Explore the Incense and Conical Hat-making villages

<span> Day 3</span> Thien Mu Pagoda - Dong Ba Market

Morning:

Embark on a picturesque boat journey along the Perfume River.

Make a stop at Thien Mu Pagoda, the oldest architectural gem dedicated to religious worship in Hue.

Explore Dong Ba Market, recognized as the largest market in the central region of Vietnam.

The tour concludes.

Accommodation: NA
Activities: - Take a scenic boat trip on the Perfume River.

Visit Thien Mu Pagoda and Dong Ba Market.

Durations

1 - 4 days

Languages

English

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Hue - Thuy Bieu Village - Hue Citadel - Thien Mu Pagoda

Ba Chuc: A Haunting Memorial to Vietnam’s “Killing Fields” - Ba Chuc: A Haunting Memorial to Vietnam’s "Killing Fields" 📍 Location: 40km southwest of Chau Doc⏰ Opening Hours: Daily 9 AM – 5 PM💰 Entrance Fee: Free🚗 How to Get There: Take Highway 91, then Highway N1 along the Cambodia border toward Ha Tien, and turn south onto Highway 3T for the final stretch. You can hire a taxi or xe ôm (motorbike taxi) from Chau Doc, including waiting time if needed. A Tranquil Countryside with a Dark Past Nestled in the breathtaking landscapes southwest of Chau Doc, the peaceful village of Ba Chuc hides a history of unimaginable horror. In the late 1970s, as Cambodian refugees fled Pol Pot’s brutal regime, the region’s Khmer population swelled. Tragically, the Khmer Rouge pursued them into Vietnam, leaving behind a trail of massacres that still haunt this area today. The Ba Chuc Memorial: Remembering a Tragedy At the heart of the village stands a solemn memorial honoring the 3,157 victims of one of the worst massacres in Vietnamese history. Between April 18 and April 30, 1978, Khmer Rouge forces slaughtered nearly every resident, often in brutal and inhumane ways. Shockingly, only two villagers survived the bloodshed. The memorial structure, though simple in design, leaves a powerful impact. Beneath a stark concrete canopy lies an eight-sided glass enclosure, where skulls and bones of the victims are displayed, categorized by age—a chilling reminder of the innocence lost in this atrocity. Phi Lai Pagoda: A Silent Witness to Horror Many of the victims were mercilessly killed at the nearby Phi Lai Pagoda, which still bears visible bloodstains on its walls and floors. A small sign near the altar marks a tragic site where 40 villagers perished after a grenade was thrown into a tiny chamber beneath the shrine. 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Upon awakening, he was miraculously cured of his lifelong illness and began preaching his unique spiritual philosophy. Hoa Hao Buddhism promotes a stripped-down approach to worship, rejecting elaborate rituals, temples, and intermediaries such as monks and priests. Instead, it emphasizes direct personal communication with the Supreme Being. The faith also upholds strict moral values, discouraging alcohol, drugs, and gambling. These principles, along with Huynh Phu So’s reputed healing and prophetic abilities, quickly attracted a large following, especially among Vietnam’s rural peasant communities. Political Influence and Conflict Beyond its religious foundation, the Hoa Hao sect soon became a political force, forming a militia to support its nationalist, anti-French, and anti-Communist stance. During World War II, the Japanese occupation army supplied them with weapons, seeking to destabilize the French colonial administration. 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Some devout male practitioners still wear long beards and hair tied in a bun, a traditional marker of Hoa Hao adherents. While the sect no longer engages in political activism, its legacy continues through its strong spiritual and ethical influence on local communities.

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