Hue and Vietnamese painting
Visit the imperial capital of Vietnam and meet a local painter
A short description
A visit to Hué is a must while traveling in Vietnam. The citadel, once the home of emperors; the imperial tombs scattered throughout romantic gardens; the surrounding rice fields and hills …
In addition to a traditional visit of this former imperial city, we meet an artist of the city. Welcomed in his studio, we learn about Vietnam’s famous traditional lacquer ware.
But even much more, let’s see where the discussion brings you to.
About this tour
Day 1
A visit to the famous citadel, the former home of Vietnamese emperors.
For lunch, we savour the delicious Nem Lui and Banh Khoai, other specialties from Hue.
In the afternoon, we meet with an artist who will demonstrate and explain to us the traditional Vietnamese painting techniques.
A stroll near the former "Clemenceau" bridge, on the banks of the Perfume River, followed by dinner.
Overnight stay in a small hotel of the city centre.
Day 2
Breakfast at the "French Bakery", organisation that trains disadvantaged youth to become skilled bakers. Meet with one of the responsible.
We continue our discovery of the city with visits to the most beautiful imperial tombs: with walks in the romantic gardens.
We meet our artist again to practice some techniques of traditional Vietnamese paintings.
Boat ride or pedal boat on the Perfume River in the late afternoon.
Free time for dinner and to discover the diversity that this city has to offer.
Overnight stay in our small hotel of the city centre.
Trip Facts
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Province visited Hue
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Best season All year round
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Accommodation Hotel
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Transportation Minibus and boat
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Starting from Hue
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Finishing at Hue
Prices
On special request
Informations about this tour
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