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Hue

Hi members, I'm going to visit Hue soon by early of May 2013. I plan to stay for 3D2N in Hue after Hoi An visit.
Day 1: morning half to My Son ruins visit and check out hotel after the visit. Travel from Hoi An to Hue.
Day 2: Hue visit
Day 3: time 1745 train from Hue to Ninh Binh

Question:
1. I wish to travel from Hoi An to Hue by using Hai Van Pass and Marble Mountain. What options do I have and the charges needed?
2. If no engaged with private tour, can i rent a motorbike and tour around in Hue?
3. any itinerary suggestion for me based on the limited days in Hue?

Please advice me :) Thanks!

I notice there is no HI in Hue. Does any one know of any hostels or decent hotels there? thank you in advance Aum

I would like to advised, since I am a first time traveller in Vietnam, whether Vietlinhtravel is a reliable and good one.... since it quotes me US 81 for a two day trip in Hue with private car. (includes airport pick up and transfer to Hoi An but excludes the entrance fee) any good ideas

I plan to go to Hoi an from Hue. Is it easy to arrange a car with the driver to go to Hoian from Hue? How long does it take and how much does it cost? Any advice please?

Does anybody know if there are reliable taxi transfer from Hue airport to Hue city centre? It is because I will arrive Hue at night on my own and I am a bit worried about the safety. then how much does it cost from Hue airport to Hue city?

Does anybody know if MaiLinh coaches (or similar) run between Hue and Danang? I prefer to travel on one of these larger and modern coaches because of the comfortable seats and air con. I,m aware of other alternatives but prefer a large coach. Thanks in advance!

I see that the Citadel will be undergoing the largest ever restoration. Does anyone know when this is to start (the news release says "end of this year") and whether this means the Citadel will be closed to the public during certain times?

We will be in Hue in mid November. Are there any markets or stores that sell these types of dolls? I collect dolls from the counties I visit. We will be on an escorted tour, so we will not have much free time for shopping. Thanks for your help!

What are the chances of finding a knowledgeable lady that would be willing to guide me around Hue with an emphasis on The Marine Corps fight that took place during the Tet offensive? English speaking please.

Hi, Just want to know if International license is needed for riding motorbike in Hue, if helmets is a compulsary, if 3 person on a bike is against the law or not, and how much is the motorbike parking fare. also how long it does takes to Khai Dinh Tombs with motorbike & to which direction thank you

Can any one recommend which area to stay in Hue which is close to all tourist attractions,and any reasonable hotels to recomend,also what is there to do in Hue what tours woud you recommend Thanks Jean

We are travelling down by train from Hanoi to Saigon. We are just thinking if its possible to stop along the way (such as Hue) and visit Laos for a couple of days? Is this possible/worth while ? what method of transport & how long does it take. Is it possible to get a Visa at the boarder? And additional info would be welcomed Brett

Thanks, DSwede for your info. I don't understand the part about going to town of Danang. If our boat arrives at Danang water port and we only have 10 hours, do you recommend going to Hue or city of Danang? Is it correct the bus ride from near Danang airport to Hue is two hours each way? How far to Danang and how do we get there? Our goal is to maximize our time as tourists. When we get off the ship at 7:00 a.m. we want to go,go,go. Thank you again.

Am looking for cheapest and hopefully fastest method to travel from Danang Port (Tien Sa Terminal) to Hue. We only have 10 hours after arriving at the port. Also, what are must sees for that short period of time? Thank you!

Is it possible to take a taxi from Danang to Hue? Is it safe to just pick up any taxis at the airport? What will the cost be like? Thanks!

Hi everyone! Just wanted to get an update on the situation in Hue after the typhoon Ketsana hit it a few days ago. I've read a couple of news but it didnt really give much info so I'm hoping i can get news from those living around the area. We have a scheduled trip on Oct 29 and I've emailed the hotel (Holiday Hotel) asking how they are but no response, I do hope they are fine. SO any info will be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Jekie

I amlooking for reasonable clean accomodation in HUE, currently looking at Orchid hotel, primarily based on reviews around the net, anyone stayed there recently that can confirm the posts from earlier this year and last year. Or any recommendations of better 3 star places. Cheers Bria

Hi all, I just realise the bridge across the river to the citadel is huge! Not something you can easily walk across from the city centre. Are there busses to the citadel and how much would they cost ? Where can I take them ? Also , what's the current reasonable rate of hiring taxis cyclos, etc ? I'll be staying at the Tha Binh 2 hotel, anyone travelled there by bus before ? and where can I take the bus from the city centre back to the airport ? thanks much , this will make easier in case it rains, or I get too tired of walking. cheers! E

Hello!! Planning a trip to Hue and was wondering if anyone can help me plan the places to visit in Hue. We are a group of 6 adults and would want to go around by ourselves so that we don't need to be rushed instead of going on a packaged tour. We will be in Hue for 2 nights then we move to Hoi Ann for another 2 nights before heading back to HCM. Are there any not to be missed places? We are interested in historical and adventure type of activities. Do you think it is better to hire a car/van to take us around on specific places of interest? Also, are there any places between Hue and Hoi An that we can pass along when we move to Hoi An? Your inputs will be highly appreciated! Best, Jekie

If I rent a bike, is it OK to ride it in and around the Citadel and Forbidden City? If there are areas that are off-limits to bikes, can they be parked and locked safely somewhere? Also, I read from a guide book that one could bring a bike aboard the boats that ply the Perfume River so you could ride off to some of the temples along the banks. Is this true and feasible? Thanks for any replies.

hello, can anyone tell me how far is hue to hoi an by taxi/car and hoi an back to danang.We are 4 mature adults with 4 big bags n 2 small bags. Thank you

Hi, Is it possible to do a tour of the demilitarised zone from Hue? Thanks, Deiseboy

Is there a good spa to recommend?

Can anyone advise how much the taxi fare from Hue to Da Nang airport will cost us? How long is this ride?

Hello! Please, those who have been at Orchid Hotel in Hue tell me if it is far from ancient town? How much minuts walkin by foot? I will stay for 2 days in Hue. These hotel has good reviews but it seems situated too far from ancient town. or not? How you find its location? Is it good? Is it noisy or not? If there are good restaurants and cafes? How is location in general? Will you advice chose these hotel or to look something better. Which you find better (price not higher 35)?

Hi, for budgeting purposes, can anyone assist with the price of a night cruise on the Perfume River, Hue?. I presume there would be cruises with dinner included? Thanks

Can anyone please suggest a cycle route (directions) to see the Royal Tombs in Hue? We'll be starting from Le Loi street.

Hi there, I know this is a really long shot but my husband and I (Jim & Rachel Brindley) left our honeymoon cd in the CD drive room 12 at the 'Thai Bihn Hotel'10/9 Nguyen tri phuong, Hue (opposite cafe on thu wheels). We have tried calling them and emailing but think language a bit of a barrier. The Photo's are of Sikkim (north india)-written on CD. This was a while ago now but still desperately hoping! Please let us know if you are staying there or planning to. If someone can help us perhaps email pictures we will try to repay you somehow. Thankyou!!

Hi everybody! My husband and I want to spend two nights in Hue at the end of november. Does anybody stayed in Green hotel? We have a good offer to stay, but we don't know if this is a good hotel (location, services...). Our other option is Saigon Morin hotel; it cost a little bit more, but we have good references. What do you think? We would appreciate any advice. Thank you

I plan on arriving from Hue in the morning (8:30AM if I can catch the 7PM night train from Hanoi) and leaving for HCMC the next morning. Is this enough time to visit the important sights in Hue without feeling rushed?