Vietnam War Tour – DMZ gourp tour from Hue

Duration : Full Day

Transportation: Shuttle bus or Car

Public Price: 1.425.000 VND/1 PAX

Live the history of the Vietnam War with this excursion to Vietnam's demilitarised zone. We'll visit the most important places in the area, such as the military bases where bloody battles took place, or the subterranean tunnels where the Viet Cong hid.

Vietnam War Tour

07:30 We'll pick you up at your hotel in Hue city center first thing in the morning, making our first stop at Long Hung Church, Quang Tri Ancient citadel. Next, we'll head over to the Dakrong Bridge, a gift from the Cuban government in the '70s. You also have chance to meet Paco minority group of people.

Dakrong Bridge

Then, we'll head to Khe Sanh combat base, where one of the longest and bloodiest battles in the Vietnam war took place in 1968, lasting more than two months! Currently, the base plays host to a weapons museum and photographs of that dark past.

After that, you'll have free time to eat lunch (not included), have snacks and take a break or wander around the village and enjoy Khe Sanh coffee (Own expenses)

Next, we'll head to some of the most important places in the history of the conflict: Hien Luong bridge on Ben Hai river. It was where, at the 1954 Geneva Conference, when the country was divided in two, today taking on the opposite meaning, becoming a symbol of reunification for the Vietnamese.

Hien Luong bridge on Ben Hai river

We'll follow this historic route, heading to the Vinh Moc tunnels. It's estimated that 300 families lived in these tunnels over the war years. The tunnels, almost 3 kilometers long, are on three levels: the first for families, who lived in 'houses' of just 26 square feet (8 square meters), the second for storing weapons, and the third, the deepest, to protect from the bombardments.

Then after visiting the tunnels, we'll head to the tunnel museum where we'll get a better historical perspective, and understand the conflict and the lives of those who lived through it.

the Vinh Moc tunnels

Our tour of the Vietnam DMZ then concludes around 6 pm, when we return to Hue by bus.

TOUR INCLUDES: 

• New vehicles with A/C system
• Entrance fees
• English speaking tour guide accompany from Hue and fluent in war history
• Free snacks
• 1 bottle of mirenal water 
• Local travel insurance

OUR EXCLUDES: 

• Visa arrangement, Travel insurance, Drink on meals, Personal expenses, Tips for driver and tour guide.
• Any additional expenses caused by reasons beyond our control such as natural calamities (Typhoons, floods), flight delays, etc

PRICE FOR CHILDREN:

- Under 5 years old: Free

- From 5 – 8 years old: 75% of tour price

- Over 8 years old: 100% of tour price 

- 2 adults only share with 1 child. The second child will be charged 50% adult.

Know Before You Book:

1. The itinerary can be changed due to weather, tide levels and operating conditions.
2. You should wear comfortable clothes and shoes for climbing.

Redemption Instructions:

For more information, please contact (+84)-93-5622299 or email sales@proudvietnamtravel.com

Cancellation Policy:

1. If you cancel at least 7 calendar days in advance, there is no cancellation fee.
2. If you cancel between 3 and 6 calendar days in advance, you will be charged a 50% cancellation fee.
3. If you cancel within 2 calendar days in advance, you will be charged a 100% cancellation fee