A memorable trip to Pirate Island Vietnam

Pirate Island, also known as Ha Tien Islands in Kien Giang, is a strange destination. Pirate Island is the name of an Archipelago of 16 islands. The biggest island is Hon Tre Island (Hon Doc) in Tien Hai Commune of Ha Tien District. It is about 28km from Ha Tien Beach, and 40km from Phu Quoc Island. With the special name, travelers in Vietnam tours to Kien Giang can somehow image about the past in this island. Due to situating from Ha Tien - Rach Gia Gulf to the Gulf of Thailand, an important trading route from China to Western countries, from centuries ago, the archipelago was an ideal place for pirates to shelter and attack merchantman.

Hon Heo

Until early 20th century, piracy remains rife here. It was not just an obsession of many ships, but also was regarded as a place of a treasure. Some people think it is a rumor, while other do not believe. It is said that in 80s of the last century, there was an invasion in this island with the purpose of looking for the treasure. There is a story about a 300-year-old map to look for the treasure and a great volume of ancient coin, which makes Pirate Island more special and attractive. Todays, apart from the curiosity by its name, travelers coming to Ha Tien Islands, Vietnam tour packages from Ho Chi Minh City, to explore a unique primitive beauty.

The best time to travel Pirate Island Vietnam is in spring when the sea is turquoise with gentle waves, which is suitable for those who often get seasick. Beaches in Kien Giang are not directly affected much by storm, but the rainfall volume is quite high. Before the trip to Ha Tien, it is necessary to pay attention to follow the weather forecast. From Saigon, it is easy to approach Ha Tien by mini bus, visit attractions in Ha Tien, and then travel to Pirate Island. The only way to get to Pirate Island is by water. Travelers can buy tickets at Ha Tien Wharf. There are two turns from Ha Tien to Pirate Island and vice versa, at 9:00AM and 15:00PM. It is highly recommended to arrive the wharf early to buy tickets. It costs about 50,000VND per turn. However, according to the latest news, from May 7 to the end of May, there is only one turn to Pirate Island per day, as one ship had to stop to maintain. The turn from Ha Tien to Pirate Island departs at 14:00, and from the island to Ha Tien at 9:00 AM of the next morning. Therefore travelers should arrange a suitable timetable if having intention to visit the island during the time. It is suggested that, you should call to ask for information in advance. It takes about one hour and 30 minutes to travel from Ha Tien to Pirate Island.

How to get there

Pirate Island

In this island, you can ride a bike or a motorbike to get around without worrying about gettingl lost. There is only one road in this island, one side is immense sea, and another side is majestic mountains. In addition, you can get around the the island by motor-taxi, about 50,000VND/pax. Local motor-taxi riders are very friendly and hospitable. They are willing to act as a tour guide for all travelers. Moreover, if you have more time, you can hire a small boat to travel around the archipelago. The rate of hiring a boat for 10 person is about 300,000 - 400,000 VND/boat .

Where to stay

Ha Tien Islands

Many travelers coming to Pirate Island and shared that there were no services in this island, which is the most attracting thing here. At present, there are no hotels in Pirate Island. There are guesthouses only of local people. It costs about 50,000VND/night. In case, you are going on a picnic here, you can bring tent to make a camp on the beach. However, the island still lacks fresh water and electricity. Electricity in this island is provided by generator. Electricity is available in the morning, at noon, and in the evening. After 9pm, electricity will be cut off. You should prepare another battery in emergency. Food and belongings of people on the island are transported from the mainland; therefore, you should prepared some before going. If you want to experience the local life, you can order to stay with local people - homestay.

What to do

Ha Tien Beach

Pirate Archipelago has 16 islands, including Hon Keo Ngua, Hon Kien Vang, Hon Tre Lon, Hon Tre Vinh, Hon Gui, Hon U, Hon Giang, Hon Cho Ro, Hon Duoc Non, Hon Bo Dap, and Hon Doi Mo... Among those, Hon Tre Lon Island is the center of Tien Hai Island (Pirate Island). The island is portrayed by white smooth sandy beaches and turquoise waters. Here, you can freely immerse in the cool water, or participate in sea sport activities, explore colorful undersea world by scuba diving. The next stopover that you should not to miss when visiting here is the sovereignty milestone carved with 16 islands' names of Pirate Islands.

Most area of this island is covered by forest. Some places adjacent to sea water are barren and pristine cliffs. Here, apart from exploring and listening to stories about origin of the island's name told by locals, you will have a chance to experience natural landscapes with pristine and fresh atmosphere. One of indispensable things to do in Vietnam holidays in Pirate Island is squid fishing at night. If you are staying with local people, you can ask them for going with them to find new experiences.

In this island, there are many fresh and delicious seafood. Yet, at present, there are less restaurants and food stalls serving tourists in this island. travelers come here can make reservation in advance with locals then pay them money. Seafood here is provided by local people. Otherwise, you can come to the fishing port in the early morning to buy newly caught seafood.

Let’s discover the “strange” island with AloTrip – a reputable travel company, tourists will find many interesting things. At present, AloTrip is providing a series of information about traveling Vietnam this summer, especially information about ticket promotion to Ho Chi Minh City. Do not waste your time on choosing where to go this summer; Pirate Island in Vietnam is looking forwards to your exploration!

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Why to try Halong and Phan Thiet seaplanes?

Enjoying spectacular views from high-above level or stunning feel when landing on water surface is a wonderful experience on seaplanes in Vietnam. Although having come into being and been exploited in recent time, seaplane flight service in Vietnam creates a definitely and peerage and unique experience for tourists in these Vietnam holidays. Most modern seaplane

Seaplane flight services in Vietnam are using Seaplane Cessna Grand Caravan EX - the most modern seaplane of the United States. The brand of Cessna Caravan C208 EX 2014 was numbered VN-B68 and VN-B469, and the latest one as VN-B466. The aircraft has the maximum capacity of 12 passengers. It reaches the speed of 300km/h. The seaplane can take off and land at normal airport and on the surface of water. In June 2014, Hai Au Aviation is the only airline receiving three seaplanes of Cessna in Wichita Kansas and flied to Wipaire Inc in St. Paul (Minnesota) to install Wipline 8750 float. Then, the seaplane took about 60 hours to fly from California, Hawaii, Marshall and Philippines to Vietnam. VIP check-in counters Passengers in Vietnam tours packages using seaplanes will not be worried about queuing at the airport to check-in. They will be supported by attentive staff to complete the check-in procedure in at a separate area without waiting. In addition, the information of passengers is prepared before. They just come to get the tickets. Private shuttle After finishing all procedure, passengers will be instructed to move to shuttle service area to travel to the seaplane. The flight crew includes foreign captain and Vietnamese co-pilot who will be waiting for passengers to welcome passengers on board. Sightseeing from high above

The seaplane has two seats for flight crew and 12 seats for passengers. It also has a wide windows, which facilitates passengers to contemplate the seascapes and landscapes from the height of 150-3,000 meters above the sea level. With the speed of 260km/h, the plane will not just save the time to travel to famous tourist sites, but also possesses a wonderful view from low level bringing a unique experience to passengers. In addition, tourists can enjoy the magnificent view of thousands of islands and islets with seaplane tours in Halong Bay, or admire the green color of rice fields or long-stretching sand dunes in Mui Ne, Phan Thiet. Sitting in seaplanes, tourists will have an opportunity to experience a second-to-none feeling in Vietnam tours. Unlike civil aircrafts, seaplanes bring a bit of strange but exciting, especially when it lands on the water surface. Professional staff When the flight ends, the captain and co-pilot will support passengers to get on board. Tourists will be taken care warmly and attentively with food and drink. Staff will be ready to consulate tourism services at the destination. Otherwise, you can share photos taken on seaplanes. The time from landing areas to the resort will be shorten with stories told by staff on board. Relaxing at luxury resort

In Vietnam seaplane services to Phan Thiet, tourists enjoying two night at the lush green space of private beach-front bungalows at Victoria Phan Thiết Beach Resort & Spa you will be served with high-class and unlimited spa treatments, along with a romantic dinner in candle light and the sound of sea waves. Each bungalow is designed in accordance with the style of rustic leave-roof houses in the countryside amid an attractive tropical garden. The main materials to build the luxury resort are laterite and coral with classic and liberal furniture. According to The Guide under Vietnam Economics Times, Victoria Phan Thiết Beach Resort & Spa is voted as one of the most beautiful resorts in Mui Ne - Phan Thiet. Ideal service fee

Tourists will have a chance to book Vietnam seaplane tours with an attractive rate. - Halong one day - two night tour: Admiring Halong Bay from high above - nearly 3 million dong per pax - Halong one day - two night tour: Hanoi - Halong flight: about 8.3 million dong per pax. - Phan Thiet 2-day 3-night tour: honeymoon seaplane for couple: 11 million dong per pax. Summer comes. If you want to renew and make your holidays in Vietnam different, let’s come and experience interesting things of seaplane flights in top famous destinations in Vietnam. AloTrip International Limited Company – a reputable and leading travel agent with the official website of alotrip.com will provide tourists with the most useful and latest information about traveling Vietnam and exploring top destinations in the country with this new tourism product – sightseeing by seaplanes.

Hue kites - High-flying culture

Hue ancient city had been the convergence of many pastimes such as making poems, playing cards in huts, and listening to Hue folk music. However, these entertaining activities just bring fun to joiners. Meanwhile, flying kites make everyone happy. People who fly a kite become a server meeting the happiness and admiration of onlookers. Hue kites came into being for hundreds years ago. They have been a featured Hue culture. Flying a kite is one of the most long-lasting recreational activities in Hue, attracting a large number of participants from children to the old people. It is not clear about the exact time when kites were born. It is said that, flying a kite was a game of children in countryside, and then the game spread and became popular in Hue royal citadel. For a long time ago, the royal class in Hue used to hold kite festivals in some big events. Since then, kites became more colorful and diverse in shapes. These kites are made of various materials by skillful artisans. The visual and performance art reached a high level.

To make a kite flying high, artisans must have a skillful, ingenuous and talent technique. The process of making a kite undergoes several steps from choosing bamboo to make frame of kites to decorate them. Each kite is an artwork which is the combination of many factors such as art, architecture, aerodynamics, and folk experience. Artisans do not fly a kite and let them free in the sky, they will control to create a lively and flexible kite depending on its theme. Hue kites are characterized by different beautiful shapes such as butterfly, phoenix, dragon, frog, horse… and harmonic colors. Each kite has its own beauty, size and visual art. The most interesting thing of Hue kites is the performing art. Kites’ performances are seen as on-air puppetry art in Vietnam. Hue kites do honor Vietnamese kites at domestic and international kite festivals in Vietnam. In 1992, in the framework of Vietnam – France cultural festival, Vietnamese artisans were firstly invited to France to perform flying kites, which attracted all onlookers.

In Vietnam tours to Hue, travelers not just have a chance to visit majestic Hue royal citadel, enjoy court cuisine, and court music, but also have an opportunity to explore Hue culture through vivid kites. Recently, there are Hue tours to explore kites. The exploring kite tours in Hue lasts about one hour. Travelers will be introduced by artisans with basic stages to make a kite. Travelers can join some of stages in the process, which brings an interesting feeling to them. Also, in this tour, travelers will have a chance to explore the history of kite art in Hue. Kite is an artwork, and artisans are architects and artists who ensure all kites to fly high. Many travelers coming to Hue are interested in Hue kites. They learn to make kites and bring them home as unique souvenirs. Flying kite becomes an appealing cultural sport. At present, there are many craft villages in Hue making kites, which are attractive and featured tourism services. In Vietnam travel, tourists will have chances to explore not only puppetry, water puppetry, but also air puppetry. Let’s come to Hue in summer to enjoy a flying kite performance in front of Ngo Mon Square or on beaches in Hue to feel the beauty of Hue kites.

Strange Vietnam tour packages attract travelers

To meet the demand of globetrotters in finding new things in Vietnam tour packages, tourism services in the country are becoming diverse and unique. Normally, travelers are enticed by rustic adventures or sea exploration tours. Summer is the most exciting time in a year. In this season, travelers have more time and chances to explore new lands and have new experiences. Vietnam becomes a popular tourist destination in the world with cheap travel expense and various interesting tourism products. Among present-day Vietnam tour packages, travelers are being enticed by some strange but interesting tours such as traveling by seaplane, undersea walking tours, or shooting fish. Seaplane tours

Being organized by Hai Au airline with leading modern Cessna Grand Caravan 208B-EX seaplanes and controlled by high-skill Vietnamese pilots, at present, Seaplane flight service in Vietnam appealing a large number of travelers who want to seek new feeling. Currently, there are available seaplane flight services in Ho Chi Minh City – Phan Thiet, and Hanoi – Halong routes, sightseeing Halong seaplane flights, Ho Chi Minh - Phan Thiet full tour packages, and charter flights. Now, there are 1-3 round-trip Hanoi – Halong flights, and 5-10 sightseeing flights in Halong Bay. By virtue of the special Vietnam tours, travelers have a chance to contemplate the panoramic and spectacular view of the bay. In the time coming, the airline will provide service of sightseeing flights in Saigon, Nha Trang and Mekong River Delta. In Ho Chi Minh City, travelers fly with seaplanes to admire the entire city view, and then land Saigon River or Can Gio to go sightseeing. Undersea adventure

Nha Trang City has been well-known for marvelous beaches, wonderful and primitive islands, along with many high-standard services of entertainment. In this summer, when coming to Nha Trang, travelers will have a chance to experience a completely new tour of walking undersea in Nha Trang – seawalker which seems to exist on TV. Wearing a diving helmet like astronauts, travelers can see colorful coral reef and diverse marine creatures under the sea through glass of helmets. Undersea walking tours are a new tourism service in Nha Trang travel organized by Holiday diving company. The service impresses tourists with new methods of diving and interesting scenery under the sea. Travelers will be provided with necessary equipment which will help them to explore the colorful marine life under the sea. That will bring amazing experiences in Vietnam holidays in Nha Trang. Shooting fish tours

Da Nang is not just famous for popular attractions such as Son Tra Peninsula, Linh Ung Pagoda, Marble Mountains and Ba Na Hills, but also second-to-non tours. In Da Nang tours, travelers have opportunities to contemplate striking landscapes and seascapes, but also enjoy diving tours and shooting fish under the sea – a new tourism product in the beach city. There are two options in this tour. One, travelers take part in diving shooting fish tours in Chao Island which is an untouched place suitable to backpackers who are fans of adventure tours. Second, travelers can join diving and shooting tours in Lo Beach or Nom beach in Son Tra Peninsula. In the tour, travelers will be taken to the diving spot and enjoy local dishes made from fish caught. Fishing tours

Mekong River Delta is one of attractive destinations in Vietnam. And, travelers will be more appealed by unique tours in the delta such as watching fishing tours on Vam Nao River, and motorbike tours around the southwest area. Tours of seeing catching fish on Vam Nao River are new and attractive to travelers in Mekong River Delta tours. Vam Nao River is the biggest part connecting Tien River and Hau River. Coming to Vam Nao River, travelers can participate in catching fish and cooking local dishes with indigenous people. That will be unforgettable memories. The tour is suitable to all travelers, especially those who love adventures. Are you wondering where to go and what to do in this summer vacation? That will be an interesting idea to begin your holidays by spending time on discovering natural life in Vietnam. Currently, AloTrip – a reputable travel company with AloTrip.com as its official website is providing a wide range of cheap airfares to famous destinations. Do not miss your chances and enjoy your holiday!

Likes and dislikes in Sapa tours

SAPA IS SEEN AS THE SECOND DALAT IN VIETNAM WITH FOUR SEASONS IN A DAY. BY DINT OF THAT, SAPA IS BESTOWED WITH WONDERFUL LANDSCAPES AND IDEAL CLIMATE. SAPA TOURS ALWAYS BRING INTERESTING AND MEMORABLE EXPERIENCES TO TRAVELERS.

Women in Sapa

Some people say Sapa tours are becoming commercialized, while others claim that the colorful mountainous town entices travelers by its own spectacular landscapes, unique cultural identity and ideal climate. Once coming to Sapa, one will want to come back and stay longer. Some people leave their hometown to reside in Sapa Town, from Hanoian and Saigonese, even foreigners.

Sapa has some similarities with Dalat in climate, but landscapes and local people in Sapa reflect a totally different world. During late April and early May, natural scenery in Sapa is not too spectacular; however, travelers are attracted by lovely H’ Mong little girls in colorful brocade dresses and sophisticated silver jewelry, which is so impressive. In winter, before New Year celebration, Sapa is at its best. In this season, the weather in Sapa is so cold, some places the temperature falls below zero. Interestingly, weather is one of attractions in Sapa. There are four seasons in a day in the mountainous town. In the morning, it is quite cold with the temperature of about 12-18 Celsius degrees; at noon, Sapa seems to wear a new bright fresh and colorful coat with warmer temperature. From afternoon to evening, it becomes cooler and colder at night. The feature of Sapa weather remains unchanged now.

Hmong ladies speak English

Sapa seems to be stable with crowded bustling streets, more hotels and better services. After many years of development, there are many things changed and continuously changed as the rule of life. Different from towns and villages in the northwest, life in Sapa is changed. In the center of Sapa Town, there is a large number of black H’ Mong and Red Dao ethnic group coming here to sell their handmade traditional products and buy necessary things for their family. Most of hotels, bars and restaurants in Sapa Town are owned by Kinh people (Vietnamese group), some possessed by foreigners.

In Vietnam tour packages to Sapa, travelers are often impressed by the speaking foreign language of locals. H’ Mong ladies mostly communicate with foreign travelers by English, even old people can talk and exchange easily with foreigners. Travelers will meet the image of an old lady sewing and sometime communicating with buyers by a few basic words in English. Especially, when the old lady says something in her own ethnic language with someone via her cellphone, travelers definitely feel curious and delectable. That new and modern things may be good for locals proves that their life is improved significantly. However, pay money to take photos or suffer from dual pricing make travelers think that tourism changes life in Sapa. In addition, not all items in Sapa Market are made by locals; they come from China. Sometimes, travelers can meet hybrid children. Tourism in Sapa makes the town more prosperous, but many lives changes.

Sapa 

Yet, most travelers love Sapa as good things here. In harvest season (autumn), landscapes in Sapa are so striking. One of the most interesting things to do in Sapa is sitting in a small café and contemplating the daily life in the town, along with majestic mountains right in front of the window. The interesting feeling in the town at night is walking along small streets in Sapa, popping in a pub to enjoy drinks and listen to The Beatles or dropping by a club and having great time with friends. That will be a different world in the town, which bring unforgettable moments in Vietnam holidays in Sapa Town.

In Sapa tours, travelers often visit Ta Van Village and Lao Chai Village in Muong Hoa Valley, about 8km from Sapa Town. Here, there are lovely houses of stilt and beautiful rice terraces. If travelers want to explore more about indigenous life, homestay service is an ideal option. The best time to travel Sapa is from August to October. Other tourist attractions in Sapa are Cat Cat Village, Ta Phin Village, Silver Waterfall, and trekking tours to Fansipan. Eating in Sapa is diverse from Western to Vietnamese dishes, and ethnic food. Hotels in Sapa have various services from luxury to budget.

Being one of the most attractive destinations in Vietnam, Sapa allures travelers from the simplest things to modern ones achieved over the time of development. Everything has to change and develop to exist, but Sapa remains unique traditional identity which attracts and appeal travelers to explore.

Tips for traveling Halong Bay in summer

With thousands of majestic and interesting islands and islets bestowed by the Nature, Halong Bay – The Natural World Wonder is always praised by international press and voted in top best places to cruise in the world, or in top of the most romantic destinations in the world. Summer is an ideal time to travel Halong Bay. From May to September, the weather in this bay is suitable to enjoy sunbathing on white smooth sandy beach, or immersing in the turquoise and cool waters. As being one of the most attractive destinations in Vietnam, Halong Bay possesses spectacular and overwhelming natural landscapes and seascapes.

limestone mountains

There are many interesting things to do in Vietnam tour packages to Halong Bay. For example, tourists can book Halong Bay cruise overnight tours. In these tours, tourists have chances to enter deeper in the bay and explore more. It is no easier to contemplate the wonderful view of the bay than sitting on the deck of your cruise or by the window of cabin. All marvelous scenes of the bay at sunrise or sunset will present in front of your eyes. And, it is the time to take as many photos as possible. In addition, visiting Cua Van Fishing Village – one of the most beautiful fishing village in the world will be a memorable experience in Halong Bay tours. The fishing village remains its ancientness, elegance, and long-lasting traditions of fishing life in Halong in particular and in Vietnam in general. Amid the majestic scenery of the bay, Cua Van emerges beautifully with small cobbled roads, rustic floating houses, and colorful boats’ roofs.

Cua Van Village

Also, kayaking to explore every corners of Halong Bay will bring exciting and unforgettable moments in Vietnam tours to the wonderful bay. Tourists can freely kayak around the bay and reach to places where big boats cannot. That will be so amazing when discovering untouched and unnamed islets here. Coming back to the cruise and admire the sunset at the bay will be an experience that you cannot forget in your life. The rooftop of cruise is the best place to contemplate. The entire scenery of the bay will appear so closed and attractive. It seems so easy to touch the “fire ball” hiding gradually under the horizon line. The atmosphere is warmer and fresher. And, enjoying Europe – Asia cuisine with international standard and admiring the night view in the bay will be a romantic memory for tourists, especially those who are in their honeymoon.

Sung Sot Cave

To enjoy interesting Halong Bay tours in Vietnam holidays this summer, do not forget to bring the essentials to make your trip smooth. It is necessary to bring eyeglasses, sunglasses, contact lens and solution. Secure itineraries, tickets and any reservation confirmations in an easily accessible location such as a day pack. For beach days, pack two swimsuits, one beach cover-up or large T-shirt. Pack a light sweatshirt or sweater for chilly mornings and evenings, and a lightweight nylon jacket if there is a probability of rain in the forecast. Be aware of Jelly Fish. During summer, especially in May, June, July, before going to swim, you should ask the guide or captain for advice because it is time when the poisonous jellyfish are most active. Jelly Fish mostly does not cause too much trouble but popular symptoms such as hives, and rashes…

sundeck

It is highly recommended for alternative tours in case of bad weather. Perhaps, the cruise trip could be postponed, shortened or canceled due to unexpected bad weather without prior notice. Therefore, tourists should be ready for alternative tours to Hanoi such as Hanoi City tours, tours to Trang An (Ninh Binh), joining cooking class, or simply staying in a hotel in Halong City, and then cruise when the weather condition is suitable and boat is available.

24-hour romantic Hue day tours

With gentle Perfume River and vestiges of feudal dynasties, Hue Citadel never fails to attract tourists all over the world. Spending a whole day in Hue City will be a wonderful experience on feeling thoroughly about one of the most ancient destinations in Vietnam. The schedule of the adventure in the ancient city should be started with a breakfast bearing the local tastes, and then walking to enjoy the serenity. In Vietnam tours around Hue, tourists often begin their day with a bowl of Bun Bo Hue (Hue beef noodle). This is one of the most famous dishes of Hue cuisine. That will be fantastic when enjoying the dish in its original place, which might be different from versions in other localities. A hot bowl of Hue beef noodle will bring more energy to tourists before exploring the city. If there is no luxury of time to explore every corner of the city for several days, tourists can fulfill their Hue day tours in 24 hours with the following top things to do.

City of Hue

Let’s start Hue city tours by visiting royal tombs in Hue Citadel. Hue Citadel is located in the north of Perfume River with an area of 500ha. Here is the administrative and political center of Nguyen Dynasty and royal living place of emperors and lords as well. Hue Citadel includes the citadel and Forbidden Purple City. In 1993, Hue Citadel was recognized as a Cultural World Heritage by UNESCO, which brought the pride to Vietnamese people. There are a number of royal tombs in the citadel. Three most famous ones are Minh Mang Tomb, Khai Dinh Tomb, and Tu Duc Tomb.

Minh Mang Tomb is the first stopover to drop by. The architectural work was built in 1840 as the rest-in-pea place of Minh Mang Emperor. The Minh Mang tomb measures 18ha; and the "penalty area" surrounding the tomb is about 475ha wide. The general structure is symmetrical balance surrounded by a Shinto line (belonging to Shintoism) exuding the dignity. Besides, along the walking road around the tomb, there are lush green trees and some pavilions to take rest and admire landscapes such as Dieu Ngu, Nghenh Phong Pavilion, Tuan Loc Terrace, Quan Lan, and Hu Hoai Pavilion... The next stopover is Khai Dinh Tomb. It is the mausoleum of the 12th Emperor of Nguyen Dynasty - Khai Dinh Emperor. The tomb was constructed in 1920 under the control of Le Van Ba, a high-rank court of Nguyen Dynasty. Compared with previous emperors' tombs, that of Khai Dinh Emperor has a modest scale, but it took more time to build. The tomb is the combination of many schools of architecture such as Hinduism, Buddhism, Roman, and Gothique... These features are reflected meticulously in the architecture.

Xung Khiem Ta

Last but not least, it is the tomb of Tu Duc Emperor. The tomb is an architectural complex. The work has a unique and complicated architectural style reflected through the Bat Trang bricked walkways running from Vu Khiem Gate, passing Khiem Cung Mon Gate or passing a three-level stone row that leads to Khiem Cung Mon Gate. At noon, it is recommended to stop at the south bank of Perfume River and enjoy Nam Pho Banh Canh (Nam Pho noddle soup). This dish is the combination of soft rice noodles added by crab pies and meat, creating a tasty sweet flavor of broth. A bowl of this dish costs about 10,000 - 15,000 VND.

After taking a rest, let’s vary the day tour by visiting Thien Mu Pagoda. Thien Mu Pagoda was constructed in 1601 on Ha Khe Hill on the left bank of Perfume River. Up until now, the pagoda remains its inherent majesty, purity and antique. The highlight of tours in Hue is dropping by Tu Nhan Tower, later changed as Phuoc Duyen Tower. The work was built as the order of Thieu Tri Emperor. It is 21 meter high with 7 floors in front of the pagoda's gate. It is one of typical symbol of the city.

Minh Mang tomb

Vietnam tour packages in Hue will not be completed if coming and missing to taste Com Hen (rice with mussel). Com Hen is a famous local dish of Hue cuisine. That is an ideal option for dinner. The ingredients of the dish consist of rice, salads, peanuts, sesame, shrimp sauce and mussels. All creates a unique and tasty flavor. Enjoying the catchy dish will help tourists have more experiences on the local cuisine. After dinner, taking a Perfume River cruise is a fantastic idea. At night, Perfume River becomes more romantic and elegant. This is the time for tourists to get on a boat, enjoy a poetic river tour, and admire the serene local life. During the time of sitting on boat, listening to beautiful Hue folk songs and enjoying cool breezes will be unforgettable memories in the day tour.

Truong Tien Bridge

In the rest time of the day, trying to eat some sweet soup and then going for a walk will be interesting experiences in Hue. The sweet soup world in Hue possesses different flavors and colors. There are many kinds of sweet soup that you could not remember all their names. This is the one of the most interesting snacks releasing your hunger at night. Walking to enjoy serene life of Hue City along Nguyen Dinh Chieu Street near the bank of Perfume River at night or popping in shopping places to buy souvenirs and specialties for family and friends will definitely leave memorable moments in tourists’ mind. Before ending the tour, do not forget to drop candle flowers on Perfume River and contemplate lines of shimmering candle flowers floating on the river. That image will never fade in your memory about attractions in Hue.