Hue to DMZ Private Tour – DMZ Tour Hue

Hue to DMZ Private Tour – The DMZ Tour Vietnam (The Vietnamese Demilitarized Zone) is a renowned excursion around Quang Tri Province, offering tourists a profound insight into the Vietnam War.

Situated at the 17th parallel, the DMZ was established through the Geneva Agreement. It stands as a testament to the tumultuous history of conflict, particularly in Quang Tri, which served as a major battleground during the war. This region bore the brunt of intense bombing campaigns, resulting in a desolate landscape scarred by the devastation of explosives, including napalm, phosphorus, and herbicides. The impact of this warfare is staggering, with estimates suggesting an equivalent of seven Hiroshima atom bombs was dropped on the area.

Despite the ravages of war, Quang Tri Province preserves numerous relics from the anti-American resistance movement. These include the ancient citadel of Quang Tri, the Khe Sanh Combat Base, the Truong Son National Cemetery, the Truong Son Trail, the Vinh Moc Tunnels, the Hien Luong Bridge, and the Ben Hai River. For those fascinated by Vietnam War history, the DMZ Tour Vietnam, particularly the Hue – DMZ tour, presents an excellent opportunity to delve deeper into this significant period.

Through this tour, visitors can gain a deeper understanding of the Vietnam War and witness firsthand the indomitable spirit of the Vietnamese people. It serves as a poignant reminder of the resilience and courage displayed by those who endured the hardships of war, leaving an enduring legacy that continues to shape Vietnam's history and identity.

To meet the diverse needs of tourists, we organized a DMZ tour from Hue following the 2 options below:

• Hue – DMZ half day: Lavang Holy land, Hien Luong Bridge, Ben Hai River, Vinh Moc tunnels
• Hue – DMZ full day: Lavang Holy land, Rock Pile hill, Dakrong bridge, Khe Sanh Combat Base, Hien Luong Bridge, Ben Hai river, Vinh Moc tunnels

Itinerary Hue to DMZ Private Tour

In the morning

7:30AM: Pick you up at your hotel/stay in Hue city and transfer to the DMZ Tour Vietnam Bay area in Quang tri

9:00AM: arrive in La Vang Holy Land. It is a shrine located in Hai Lang district, Quang Tri province. Christians believe Mary appeared in this area in 1978 and a church was erected near the three banyan trees. This is an important place of pilgrimage for Catholics in Vietnam
On Highway 9, you have a chance to see Rock Pile Hill. It is one of the US military bases and was used as a watchtower to observe the activities of the Vietnam People’s Army in the demilitarized zone in Quang Tri Province from 1966 to 1968.

Then stop to visit Dakrong bridge. Dakrong Bridge is midway along Highway 9, and is the starting point of Highway 15, one of the main branches of the Ho Chi Minh Trail, which leads south to the A Shau valley and the infamous “Hamburger Hill”. Though not entirely legitimate, there is a monument commemorating it as a point on the Ho Chi Minh Trail.

Continue the trip to visit Khe Sanh combat base, a large Marine base camp attacked by massive forces of the North Vietnamese Army in early 1968.

Come back High way 1 to have lunch at a local restaurant in Dong Ha town.

In the afternoon

2:00PM: You continue to visit Hien Luong Bridge and the Ben Hai River. After the Geneva agreement, the river was the only actual demarcation line between the North and South of Vietnam.

3:00PM: Visit Vinh Moc tunnels. Vinh Moc tunnels are famous as underground villages constructed to avoid bombardments during the American War ( 1965-1966).The complex includes wells, kitchens, rooms for each family, and spaces for healthcare.

4:30PM: finish DMZ tour Vietnam and come back to Hue city.

Inclusion

• High quality vehicle
• English speaking tour guide during the trip
• Entrance fees
• Lunch
• Water and wet tissue.

Exclusion

• Other personal fees

Price For Children

• Kid from 0 – 4 year old: free of charge
• Kid from 5 – 10 year old: pay 75%
• Kid from 11 year old and older as Adult