Hue

Luxury Hue Travel

Take a trip into Vietnam’s imperial past in Hue. The city is the former capital of the 19th-century Nguyen Dynasty, and the vestiges of the country’s last feudal kingdom span its forested hills and riverbanks. Take a guided tour of the UNESCO-designated Imperial Citadel, winding your way past ancient tombs and through palaces, pagodas, and theaters, then enjoy lunch in a secluded spot overlooking the city’s outer walls. A special experience with a princess from the House of Nguyen awaits, where you’ll enjoy a dinner of traditional dishes—once reserved only for royalty—in her home.

Deep spiritual roots in Buddhism serve as the backdrop of travel to Vietnam, and Hue is no exception. Find tranquility at the seven-tiered Thien Mu Pagoda and stop in at Tu Hieu Monastery, where Thich Nhat Hanh studied as a young monk. Then, embark on a scenic dragon boat cruise down the Perfume River for a different experience of serenity.

While history and culture are the main draw in Hue, you can also take a day trip to Bach Ma National Park. Trek through this mountainous, forested region on trails flanked by colorful rhododendrons that end at tumbling waterfalls and emerald lakes, where you can refresh yourself with a swim.