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History & Culture TourSuburban Tour

From Hue: DMZ Day Tour with Quang Tri Citadel, Khe Sanh Ta Con Base & Vinh Moc Tunnels

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  • Instant Confirmation
  • Duration: 12 hours
  • 1 person
  • Hotel pick-up
  • Mobile voucher
  • Use only on the selected date
  • Cancellation available
  • English,Vietnamese


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5.0 (18)
GYG
1 month ago

A meaningful day. We didn’t just visit historical sites, but also learned much more about the history and the people who lived through it.

1 year ago

Excellent insight into the Vietnam War, the lead-up and causes. We learned so much we didn’t know, from a different perspective. Duyen, our guide, was passionate about the subjects covered – even down to the music played between stops. It is a long day, but well broken up and enough time at each destination. Pickup from Hue was smooth, and we returned at night around 8pm. Thoroughly recommend.

1 year ago

C'est une visite merveilleuse ! Notre guide, Ha, était très compétente et nous a même raconté les expériences de sa famille pendant la guerre. Elle parlait un anglais impeccable et répondait à toutes nos questions avec patience. Le déjeuner était inclus dans un restaurant local, et malgré le long trajet, Hoa en a profité pour nous raconter.

1 year ago

Ha was an amazing tour guide. From the moment we were picked up, she had the enthusiasm to not only share Vietnam’s history but also to hear other perspectives. She gave us space to explore on our own at each stop and explained the purpose before we went. It was very enlightening to learn the Vietnamese perspective factually based and never blaming, even when talking about the war. Highly recommended for those who want a deep dive into Vietnam’s past and people’s resilience.

1 year ago

It's amazing what this tour has done. The guide was wonderful, spoke perfect English, spent a lot of time explaining everything to us, and shared her knowledge in a very educational and entertaining way. She even took photos for us and shared them later. Lunch at a local restaurant was delicious, and we also had enough time at each stop. She was lovely!


Highlights

Travel from Hue to the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) around Quang Tri, one of the fiercest battlegrounds of the Vietnam War, and visit its key war sites in one day. See Quang Tri Citadel, scene of an 81-day battle in 1972, Dakrong Bridge on the Ho Chi Minh Trail, and Ta Con Airbase, the US stronghold during the 1968 Battle of Khe Sanh. Walk through the underground living spaces of the three-level Vinh Moc Tunnels and finish at Hien Luong Bridge and the Ben Hai River on the 17th parallel, the symbol of the divided country. An English-speaking guide, entrance tickets to the main sites and lunch are included, and depending on the option you can return to Hue or be dropped off in Dong Hoi.


Program

 

Explore the DMZ war sites of Quang Tri
in one day from Hue

 

Between 4:00 and 6:00 AM, your guide and an air-conditioned vehicle pick you up in central Hue and head to the Quang Tri front, one of the fiercest battlegrounds of the Vietnam War. Over about 12 hours, visit Quang Tri Citadel, the Bo Di School ruins, Dakrong Bridge, Ta Con Airbase (Khe Sanh), the Vinh Moc Tunnels, and Hien Luong Bridge and the Ben Hai River.

 

Entrance tickets to the main sites, lunch at a restaurant in Quang Tri (vegetarian options available), bottled water and cold towels are included. At the end of the tour, return to Hue or be dropped off in Dong Hoi (city center, train station or airport), depending on your option.

 

 

Face the scars of war at Quang Tri Citadel
and the Bo Di School ruins

 

 

Around 7:30 AM, stop at Quang Tri Citadel, which witnessed an 81-day battle in the summer of 1972. Your guide explains the area’s strategic role, the brutal fighting and the enormous sacrifices made by thousands of soldiers who defended it.

 

Then visit the Bo Di School ruins, a historic school deeply marked by the war, with its weathered walls and quiet remains.

 

 

Follow Route 9 to Dakrong Bridge
and Ta Con Airbase at Khe Sanh

 

 

Travel along Route 9, the vital east–west supply line across the Truong Son Mountains during the war, and pause at Dakrong Bridge, a symbol of the Ho Chi Minh Trail. Continue to Khe Sanh to explore Ta Con Airbase, the US outpost besieged for 170 days in 1968, with its original war relics, airstrip, bunkers and remaining defenses. Lunch is at a local restaurant.

 

 

Feel the history of division
at Vinh Moc Tunnels and Hien Luong Bridge

 

 

In the afternoon, head to the coast to explore the nearly 2 km, three-level Vinh Moc Tunnels, once home to more than 60 families and local soldiers. See the underground living quarters, meeting rooms, clinic and kitchen.

 

Finally, visit Hien Luong Bridge and the Ben Hai River on the 17th parallel, which divided North and South Vietnam for over 20 years. Explore the flag tower, exhibition hall and loudspeaker system and take photos before starting the journey back.

 

※ The itinerary may change depending on local conditions.


Information

What's Included

  • Modern air-conditioned vehicle for sightseeing and transport from Hue to Quang Tri throughout the program.

  • Professional English-speaking tour guide for the entire route.

  • Ongoing support from the customer service team before departure and on the day

  • Lunch at a restaurant in Quang Tri (vegetarian dishes available)

  • Vinh Moc Tunnels entrance ticket

  • Hien Luong Bridge entrance ticket

  • Ta Con Airbase entrance ticket

  • Quang Tri Ancient Citadel entrance ticket

  • Lavie bottled water 500 ml: 2 bottles per guest per day.

  • Cold towels: 2 per guest per day.

What's Not Included

  • Long-distance pickup surcharge if you stay outside the pickup area

  • Public holiday surcharge (April 28–May 2, September 2, December 31–January 2): VND 150,000 per person.

  • Tet holiday surcharge (February 4–February 10, 2027): VND 250,000 per person


How To UseHow To Use

  • Please check your mobile voucher by email or in the WAUG app.

  • Your guide and vehicle pick you up from your accommodation in central Hue between 4:00 and 6:00 AM, so please wait in the lobby.

  • Valid only on the selected date and time.

Meeting point:
Hotel pickup in Hue

Meeting point information:
Pickup takes place at the hotel or designated pickup point selected when booking. Please check the voucher provided after your booking is confirmed for the exact pickup location and time. A long-distance pickup surcharge applies if you stay outside the pickup area.

Drop-off:
Hue or Dong Hoi city center, train station or airport (depending on the option selected)

Please check the meeting point and time specified on your voucher before use.Please check the meeting point and time specified on your voucher before use.

※ All usage conditions are subject to the information stated on the voucher. Refunds or compensation will not be provided if you are unable to use the service due to failure to check the information.※ All usage conditions are subject to the information stated on the voucher. Refunds or compensation will not be provided if you are unable to use the service due to failure to check the information.

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