Citadel and Perfume River by Scooter with Local Dinner from Hue

Citadel and Perfume River by Scooter with Local Dinner from Hue

The excursion is an interesting combination between exploring the charm of Hue scenery and enjoying local hospitality. Your vespa scooter takes you through some less-traveled roads to the most flattering angles for pictures before making its way to Vong Canh Hill. The hill top offers an panoramic view point over the Perfume River and the royal valley where various  royal family members of the Nguyen Dynasty rest in peace. Enjoy your Champagne while contemplating the river landscape and sunset on sunny days.

Continue on your vespa to visit Doan family where dinner is hosted and family stories are shared. This is a typical traditional family with three generations living together under one roof. The family take pride in preserving their family customs that have been passed down from generation to generation.

After hotel pickup, you'll transfer to Vespa Café (apply for SIC group). After your tour guide briefs you about the tour, you'll start to ride into the historic area of Hue, passing Truong Tien Bridge and Dong Ba Market along the way. 

Discover The Citadel (Dai Noi), a 19th-century fortress home to the Nine Dynastic Urns, and admire the architecture of Hue city. 

Follow small roads into the rural area and observe local houses, vegetable gardens, and schools before stopping at Thien Mu boat to photograph the sunset over the Perfume River (Song Huong River). 

On the top of the hill, you'll contemplate the landscape while drinking sparkling wine, local beer, or soft drinks. 

On arrival at your local home, you'll become acquainted with your host. After the introduction, the host presents and explains typical local culture features such as the practice of ancestral worship, daily family routine, and the value of family ties. Then, you'll join the host in preparing your foods before sitting down for a cozy meal. Hue is famous for its cuisine and the host has a select menu of local specialties. 

After finishing dinner, you'll say goodbye to the family. Get on the Vespa and ride back to your hotel in the city