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DMZ Tour Hue – DMZ Deluxe Tour Vietnam

• Step back in time on a history tour.
• Small-group tour.
• English-speaking guide who is fluent in war history.
• Dakrong bridge – this bridge was rebuilt in 2001 and bears a marker hailing its importance as a conduit for the Ho Chi Minh Trail.
• Khe Sanh combat base – a United States Marine Corps outpost south of the Vietnamese Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) used during the Vietnam War.
• Hien Luong Bridge and Ben Hai River – a symbol of the everlasting desire for peace, national independence, and reunification.
• Doc Mieu Base – regarded as the most important outpost of defenses Mc Namara, aimed to prevent infiltration of South Vietnam by forces from North Vietnam.
• Vinh Moc Tunnel, the tunnel shelter Vinh Linh county people from the intense bombing in the Vietnamese Demilitarized Zone.
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DMZ Tour Hue is a full-day trip to visit historical relics left over from Vietnam War. Demilitarised Zone (DMZ) Vietnam  served as a war- free buffer between the communist North and the free South Vietnam in the time between 1954 – 1975 . Located in Central Vietnam, Quang Tri Province, at the 17th parallel , this place was one of the bloodiest battles during Vietnam War in the 60s, 70s desprite its name.

Our DMZ Deluxe Tour from Hue takes tourists step back in time and witness the scene of many destroyed foundations of former American military bases buildings, monuments dedicated to local war heroes, and hundreds of war relics displayed within a US combat base-turned-museum.

07h30 : Our guide and car will pick you up at your hotel in Hue central, then transfer to Vietnam Demilitarized Zone in Quang Tri province. Ready to start the DMZ Tour Hue.

Visiting places:

Horror Highway : May 1, 1972, will never be forgotten by people in Quang Tri and Thua Thien provinces not because it is International Labor Day, but because of the horrible carnage on Vietnam Highway 1, the Horror Highway. Thousands of civilians, mostly the elders, women, children, and scores of soldiers were killed by artillery and infantry weapons in hours of shooting.

Long Hung Church : one of the very few existing buildings remains in Quang Tri town during “Fire Summer” or Eastern Offensive in 1972. It is a National Relic in the town of Quang Tri Vietnam – BA5453.

Quang Tri Ancient Citadel : is seen as an eye-witness of fierce battles during the anti-American resistance war in 1972. During the 81-day fighting, the citadel was almost destroyed by thousands of tons of bombs released by the US army. Nowadays, the citadel becomes a place to mark immortal victories of the Vietnamese army and people and to educate youths about the nation’s revolutionary tradition and its patriotism.

Dakrong Bridge : the bridge was considered the beginning of the Ho Chi Minh Trail network, and during many years of Vietnam War, this access point was hotly contested. The Dakrong Bridge fell many times. Now it’s a grand suspension bridge, a proud thumbed nose as if to say, “You can’t knock down my bridge anymore.”

On the way, tourists also have chances to meet Paco minority village.

Ta Con Airport : now the Khe Sanh Combat Base Museum, contains a boneyard of several captured U.S. tanks and aircraft destroyed during the Battle of Khe Sanh. According to the official accounts provided by the museum, 197 U.S. planes were shot down or captured during the 170-day battle.

Hien Luong Bridge – Ben Hai River : The Geneva Agreements on Vietnam signed in 1954 divided Vietnam into North and South with the 17th Parallel where the Ben Hai River runs through the central province of Quang Tri as a borderline. Hien Luong Bridge, also knows as the Peace Bridge, was built by the French in 1950, across Ben Hai River. It is 178 m long but it took 21 years for Vietnamese people from the North and the South to be united.

Vinh Moc Tunnels and Tunnels Museum : The most highlight part of DMZ Tour during Vietnam War. The complex of Vinh Moc tunnel located deep in the Vietnamese Demilitarized Zone and sheltered Vinh Linh county people from the intense bombing. The tunnels were a success in saving the villagers’ lives and providing them the necessary living conditions to fight back the American enemy.

18h00 : Tour ends at hotels in Hue.

Tour guides have the right to rearrange the schedule under specific circumstances and still reserve the amount of visiting points, as well as the tour quality.

PRICE OF DMZ TOUR HUE:

Group joining tour: 1.140.000vnd/pax (49usd), privated tour:, price for children:, tour includes :.

– Air-conditioned vehicle

– English speaking guide

– Bottled water

– Free snacks

– Entry/Admission – Khe Sanh Combat Base

– Entry/Admission – Quang Tri Citadel

– Entry/Admission – Vinh Moc Tunnel

– Entry/Admission – Hien Luong Bridge and Museum

– Travel insurance

TOUR EXCLUDES:

– Drinks.

– Personal expenses

– Tippings/Gratuities

– Any additional expenses caused by reasons beyond our control such as natural calamities (typhoons, floods), flight delays, rescheduling or cancellations, any accidents, medical evacuations, riots, strikes etc.

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DMZ Tour from Hue is an astonishing encounter with the war history and painful past of Vietnam. You can take a trip from Hue to the demilitarized zone with us. There are opportunities to learn about the war strategies, tactics, planning, the resilient spirit of the Vietnamese people, their hideouts, and much more. This tour is an excellent opportunity to learn about the Vietnam War. The Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) is a 5km narrow strip of territory stretching from the Laos border to the coastline. It served as a war-free buffer zone between the old northern and southern borders of Vietnam. These attractions and monuments honor local war heroes. The Truong Son National graveyard in this area is Vietnam's biggest war graveyard. There are over 10,000 Vietnamese troops buried there. To learn more about the harrowing details of war, go to the US combat station turned museum, which displays war artefacts. Dong Ha is the biggest settlement in the region. It is also accessible by day trip from Hue or Da Nang. Get in touch with us, to join one of our Vietnam specialists on this wonderful tour of the historic location....

• Explore Ho Chi Minh Trail, the 17th parallel, the former headquarters of the US, the sites of the fiercest battles fought,…
• Learn about the struggles for independence and the indomitable spirit of Vietnamese people.
• Hear informative commentary from a knowledgeable guide.

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Hue DMZ Tour: t his is a one-day memorable journey of the turbulent history from Hue to the demilitarized zone which contains the severe hardships of the Vietnamese people, and the infamous war that remains in the mind of Vietnamese people. You can explore those battlegrounds to observe the hardships people faced during the war and stories of their resilience. One of our experienced and professional guides will assist you in learning about those battles and locations.

Dmz Tour from Hue itinerary:

– Early in the morning:

7:00 a.m. The guide and driver will meet you at your accommodation and drive you to the Quang Tri region. You will have the opportunity to visit some incredible locations along the way:

• Dakrong Bridge marks the start of one of Ho Chi Minh’s major paths leading to the Laotian border. It was used as the main access point during the war.
• Long Hung Church is a National Relic in the Vietnamese village of Quang Tri – BA5453. It is not only visited by Catholic pilgrims but also by people from all over the globe. The uniqueness and grandeur of the architecture of the cathedral compound are highly admired by visitors.
• Khe Sanh Combat Base is one of the most important war locations. It is the site where the most famous battle in Vietnam happened. It can be accessed by Route 9 from Dong Ha to Khe Sanh Combat Base. There is a former campsite with a small exhibit of old interesting photos of the Vietnam War, a few reconstructed bunkers, and American aircraft.

– In the afternoon:

• The Ben Hai River and Hien Luong Bridge form a distinct dividing line between two parts of Vietnam. During the French and Indochina conflict, the 17th parallel was used to divide Vietnam into northern and southern sections, each with its administration. The French constructed the Doc Mieu Base in 1947. It is the main stronghold of the Mc Namara line, where their militia is stationed. Basement vault devices, ground artillery launching, and concrete mobile bunkers are all available.
• Vinh Moc tunnels are well-known throughout the globe. Every year, large crowds of visitors and historical explorers come to the demilitarized zone. This underground network was not built for military reasons, but rather as private shelters. They are regarded as the most effective tunneling strategy during a conflict. You will be given complete information about the location as well as adequate time to tour the museum, subterranean passageways, hamlet with family rooms, gates, air ducts, meeting rooms, exits to the sea, and other attractions.

6.00 pm – 7.00 pm: Tour finishes after the car drops you back at Hue.

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What's included?

• Transportations
• Entrance tickets
• English Speaking Guide
• Pick up and drop off from hotel/stay in the center of Hue

What's excluded?

• Beverages, breakfast, dinner
• Gratuities and personal expenses
• Pick up from your hotel/stay outside the center of Hue

Price: 49 USD/ People

= 1,176,000 VND/ People

• Kid from 0 – 2 year old : free of charge
• Kid from 3 – 10 year old : 39 USD
• Kid from 11 year old and older as Adult

You can pay by cash after trip or pay online in advance by (Paypal/Credit, Debit Card). Some tours you must deposit some other dont need. And you will finish the balance of the booking for Tour Guide/ Driver when finish the trip. Upon receipt of the deposit, we will send you the confirmation of the reservation as well as the complete itinerary.

Cancellation policy

If the Customer cancels some or all portions of the booking regardless of the reasons, the Customer agrees to pay cancellation fees as follows:

• - 2 days before departure day: No cancellation charge
• - 1 day before departure day : 50% of the tour price
• - Cancel after 12 hours, we will charge 100%

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• - Cash at tour guide when finish the trip
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Had a drive with Tien today from Huê to Khe Sanh, thru the DMZ to Vinh Moc Tunnels. An easy day with lots of stopping for sights along the way. At each stop we had lots of info and local insights. An essential trip to learn about a sad time in the history of Vietnam. Considerate and polite service all day, everything we asked for was a pleasure, thanks Tien!

Great experience with my lovley veteran guide! He knew everything I think this is my best tour so far in Vietnam!

Spent the day with Tien. Met at hotel and driven 400 kms. Stopped many places along the way and learnt about the sites. Was impressed by the scale of the DMZ, not big at all. With forts and patrols all along, with artillery and air strikes not at all far away, the destruction was overwhelming and at great cost to the people of Vietnam. An educational day, made special with local insight and feelings shared by our guide Tien.

Discover some of the places through which Vietnam remembers the Vietnam War on this historical tour from Huê. Instead of exploring these memorials and landmarks with a distracting tour group and a guide reading from a script, explore these places at your own pace with a lovely guide. Visit landmarks like the Long Hung Church and Hien Luong Bridge, which marks the war’s Demilitarized Zone, and go deep into the Vịnh Moc tunnels that many Vietnamese lived in during the war.

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Hue DMZ Tour – A Travel Guide

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What to expect on a DMZ tour from Hue, Vietnam.

When you travel to Vietnam, you probably want to learn more about the country’s history. Of course, the Vietnam War can not be omitted. The DMZ in Central Vietnam is one of the best places in the country to educate yourself – still, it’s not overrun by tourists.

DMZ Tour from Hue

Dmz vietnam – a quick overview, long hung church, quang tri ancient citadel + museum, dakrong bridge, khe sanh combat base + museum, hien luong bridge, vinh moc tunnels + museum.

On our recent trip to Vietnam, we wondered how to see the DMZ from Hue. We opted for a guided tour and can confidently say that this is the best way to see the Vietnam DMZ. The distances are far so driving on your own will be very tiring. Additionally, a knowledgeable guide helps you to understand the complicated conflict and can point out details you would have missed on your own.

Deluxe Group Tour Full Day

This is the tour we took. We can 100% recommend it.

Private DMZ Tour

Private tour for travellers who want to be on their own schedule.

Easy Rider DMZ Tour

For travellers who want to experience the freedom of riding a motorbike but (like us) don’t dare to drive themselves.

DMZ Sightseeing Transfer from Phong Nha

Sightseeing transfers are a great option for travellers who are short on time!

The  Vietnamese Demilitarized Zone  (DMZ) was located at the 17th parallel. It was established as a dividing line between North and South Vietnam from 1954 to 1976, when Vietnam was officially divided into two countries. During the Vietnam War, it became important as the demarcation line between communist North Vietnam and anti-communist South Vietnam.

Because we are by no means history experts, here is the YouTube video our guide recommended to explain the Vietnam War.

DMZ Tour Vietnam Itinerary

Our tour guide picked us up from our hotel in Hue at 7:30 am.

• The location is super central
• The owner is amazing and will organise everything from bikes to tours
• The free breakfast is delicious
• There is FREE BEER every evening

Our first short stop was Long Hung Church. The Catholic church was built in 1955. Nowadays, it’s a memorial of the Second Battle of Quang Tri.

This is the first long stop of the tour. Quang Tri Ancient Citadel was constructed as a 19th-century fort. Nowadays, it’s famous as the site of the Second Battle of Quang Tri.

The Second Battle of Quang Tri took place in 1972 and lasted 81 days. South Vietnam's Army defeated the North Vietnamese Army and recaptured most of Quang Trị Province during this battle.

Tourists can visit the grounds as well as a small museum. On the day of our visit, there was a ceremony to commemorate the battle, which was interesting to observe.

Dakrong Bridge is another quick stop. It was an important part of the Ho Chi Minh trail network. The old iron bridge from 1975 collapsed and was rebuilt in 2000.

Khe Sanh Combat Base is the second long stop of the Hue DMZ tour. Khe Sanh Combat Base was a United States Marine Corps outpost south of the Vietnamese Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) used during the Vietnam War.

US Army Special Forces constructed the camp and airfield in 1962 to watch North Vietnam’s infiltration along the border and to protect the local population. After 170 days and nights of fierce fighting, the US Marines withdrew from Khe Sanh Base in 1968.

Nowadays, you can see loads of discarded military equipment like tanks, helicopters, and airplanes. Additionally, you can enter the trenches and learn more about the battle in a small museum.

Controversially, there is a small cafe on the premises where you can try locally grown coffee.

This is also where we had our lunch stop, which was not really remarkable, to be honest.

Hien Luong Bridge is located exactly at the 17th parallel and hence was split in two between South Vietnam and North Vietnam from 1954 to 1976.

Situated on the military border during the war, it became a symbolic battleground where both South Vietnam and North Vietnam engaged in propaganda conflicts. Massive speakers were deployed by both sides, blasting their messages across long distances. Additionally, whenever the South Vietnamese repainted their section of the bridge, the North Vietnamese would paint theirs in the same colour, symbolising their desire for a unified Vietnam.

In a competition of size and height, both sides erected towering flag poles, with the North eventually claiming victory with a 38.6-meter pole. The South attempted to destroy the opposing flag. In 1967, the bridge and the North Vietnamese flag pole were destroyed by bombing. In response, North Vietnam consistently rebuilt a new flag pole each time the old one was destroyed. There were even sewing machines sent to the frontline.

Different from the Cu Chi tunnels in Southern Vietnam, which were constructed for military campaigns, the Vinh Moc tunnels were built as living quarters for the population. Hence they are much more comfortable to walk through.

The tunnels were built to shelter people from the intense bombing. Construction began in 1965 and finished in 1967 with simple tools in 18,000 labour days. The total size of the tunnels is nearly 2,000 m long and 30 meters deep, with six entrances to the tops of hills and seven entrances to the sea.

The complex comprised wells, kitchens, individual rooms for each family, and healthcare facilities. Approximately sixty families resided within the tunnels, and as many as 17 children were born inside them. The tunnels proved to be a success, with no casualties among the villagers. The only instance of direct impact occurred when a bomb failed to detonate, creating a hole that was repurposed as a ventilation shaft.

Nowadays, you can not only visit the tunnels nut there’s also a small museum on the premises.

We were back in the hotel after 6 pm.

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How to Visit the 8 Major Vietnam War DMZ Sites

Hero and martyr – that’s what’s inscribed on the gravestones of the unknown soldiers buried in the cemeteries used for those who died in the Vietnam (or seeing as we’re actually in Vietnam now, the American) War. Each unknown soldier gets a grave, although there are some mass graves, for those who died together, known and unknown.  This is just one stop on our tour of the Vietnam War DMZ sites.  Quang Tri Province encompasses the land area of the former DMZ. It’s home to 72 Martyrs Cemeteries that contain 65,000 graves. Vietnamese government estimates have over 300,000 former North Vietnamese Army (NVA) and Viet Cong (VC) soldiers unaccounted for, out of a total estimate of 1.1 million soldiers killed during the war.

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As a result of the First Indochina War, the Vietnamese Demilitarized Zone was established as a dividing line between North and South Vietnam.  It was crucial as a battleground demarcation separating North Vietnamese and South Vietnamese territory during the Second Indochina War (also known as the Vietnam War and, in Vietnam as the American War).  This is a guide to the various Vietnam War sites located in and around the old DMZ area and explains how to visit the sites of the Vietnam War DMZ.

BEST WAY TO VISIT

Best Tour of the Vietnam DMZ

Taking a tour of the Vietnam War DMZ with a local guide is the best way to cover the most ground and to understand the Vietnamese Story. This tour is fabulous.

What is the Vietnam War DMZ?

The Vietnamese Demilitarized Zone was established as a dividing line between North and South Vietnam as a result of the First Indochina War from July 1954 to 1976.

The military bases were obliterated by the Americans when they were evacuated, so there isn’t much left here now. To make way for rubber and coffee plantations, much of the land has been cleared.  Local war heroes are honored with monuments, and the Truong Son National Cemetery is Vietnam’s largest war cemetery, with over 10,000 graves of Vietnamese soldiers.  Dong Ha is the area’s largest city, but the Vietnam DMZ is also accessible by day trip from Hue (read our guide to Hue here ) or Da Nang.

How to Visit the Vietnam War DMZ

The Vietnam War (as it is known in the West) shaped the culture of a generation across much of the globe. That is evidenced by the massive amount of war-related films, TV shows, and music.  While it may appear a little macabre, it’s understandable that many visitors want to see the places that have left an indelible mark on them.

To visit the Vietnam War DMZ sites you can rent a car or a motorbike and visit independently, or take a local guide to explain the history and significance of the sites.  We visited the DMZ sites with a local guide and got a whole lot more out of it than we would have done by visiting just by ourselves.

If you’re interested in more information about the Vietnam War, then our guide to the major Vietnam War Sites is here.

Why You Should Visit the Vietnam DMZ Sites with a Guide

We met Mr. Hoa at Tam’s Cafe in Dong Ha and spent the day with this one-year veteran conscript of the American War. Careful never to mention politics (then or now), he gave us a fascinating insight as we drove through the DMZ for the day. He took us to the remaining American aircraft bunker, still in place after all these years, now hidden away down a back alley in central Dong Ha, then found the bunker on the banks of the river, close to the port created by the American’s and where they landed supply boats from the seven aircraft carriers sitting offshore.

Driving along Highway 9, we passed more cemeteries, where now only reburials take place – bodies continue to be found, and are reburied in these plots next to other Heroes and Martyrs.  We stood at the lookout, marked now by a statue of Vietnamese where the Americans watched the border, some kilometers away, at the Ben Hai River.

And then we walked to the river and crossed the reconstructed bridge across this divisive part of Vietnam. It had been destroyed during unification, but a strong tourist influence and a savvy Vietnamese desire to part tourist dollars from tourists saw the reconstruction happen in recent years. Over the river, original speakers stand guard outside the museum, complete with bullet holes, they’re retired forever from broadcasting propaganda across the border.

None of this would have had any context without a guide with local knowledge.  So welcome to our guide to the main sites of the Vietnam War DMZ locations.  And here are the guides and tours we recommend to ensure that when you visit you get the best out of the area.

The 4 Best Tours of the Vietnam War DMZ Sites

You can, of course, visit most of these DMZ sites independently.  However, should you wish to get more out of your trip to Vietnam’s DMZ it’s always better to have a local guide.  Here’s our pick of the top Vietnam War DMZ Tours.

Stay in Hue as the best-placed location for visiting these Vietnam War DMZ sites:

The Hue Jade Scene Hotel is our best place to stay in Hue recommendation. It has an outdoor rooftop pool that has gorgeous views over the city. The hotel comes with all regular amenities and is sparklingly clean with super friendly staff and is priced amazingly! It’s a great location with excellent facilities in Hue. You can book a room here.

1. DMZ Day Trip from Hue

This one-day visit to the DMZ explores the Church of La Vang, and Dong Ha town, the location of an important US Marine Combat Base.  You’ll see the Doc Mieu base, part of an elaborate electronic system intended to prevent infiltration across the DMZ, and then visit the Hien Luong Bridge (Peace Bridge), built from steel by the French in 1950. Then visit the Vinh Moc tunnels complex deep in the Vietnamese Demilitarized Zone.  You’ll also get to see the Dakrong Bridge and explore the Ho Chi Minh Trail, which ran from North Vietnam to South Vietnam through neighboring Laos and Cambodia. The tour also visits Rock Pile base and Khe Sanh combat base.  Check availability for your dates here.

2. Hue’s Role in the Vietnam Warn tour

This transport & walking tour is a small group activity to the DMZ from Hue and you’ll learn about Hue’s role in the war, as experienced by the locals.  You’ll get to visit the various museums in Hue that tell the story.  It’s a full day tour that allows enough time for your guide to tell the amazing story of Hue, the DMZ and the Vietnam war.  Check times and book here.

3. Private DMZ Tour from Hue City

With a private guide and driver, this DMZ tour from Hue is completely customizable to where you want to visit, but you’ll want to visit the Khe Sanh Combat Base and Vinh Moc Tunnels.  A knowledgeable, English-speaking guide provides commentary.  It includes pick up and drop off from your hotel in Hue.  Get a price for a private tour of the DMZ here.

4. Easyrider Vietnam DMZ Tour by Motorbike

For a DMZ tour with a difference, you’ll explore the DMZ sites by motorbike.  You’ll explore the major sites of the Vietnam DMZ, with a knowledgeable bike driver.  See what dates are available here.

The 8 Main Sites of the Vietnam DMZ

While many years have passed since the Vietnam War ended, it’s still possible to visit the major sites of the DMZ area. Here are the major Vietnam DMZ sites, where to find them, and how to visit them.

1. Ho Chi Minh Trails, Vietnam DMZ

The legendary maze of old trails was built in 1959 by the North Vietnamese army and named after President Ho Chi Minh—or Uncle Ho—the great Vietnamese Communist leader.  The trails linked a series of small routes that began south of Hanoi and ran 1,000 miles down the length of the Truong Son mountain range, crossing into Laos and Cambodia at various points before ending near Da Lat, Lam Dong.  They were known as the Truong Son Strategic Supply Route.

During the Vietnam War, the trails became legends for remaining operational in the face of massive American army attacks and they were continually repaired to deliver weapons and supplies to the Vietnamese Communist army. Today these trails sit between peaceful rice terraces, lush green forests, and ethnic villages after more than four decades of change and peace.

The best place to learn more about the Ho Chi Minh Trails is at the museum of the same name in Hanoi.  The Ho Chi Minh Trail Museum, located west of Hanoi, is the only museum in Vietnam that has a road in the museum.

• Address of Ho Chi Minh Trail Museum : Km 15, QL6, Yên Nghĩa, Hà Đông District, Hanoi.
• Opening Hours of Ho Chi Minh Trail Museum: Monday – Saturday (07:30 AM – 11:30 AM), Monday – Saturday (01:30 PM – 04:30 PM)
• Entrance Fees for Ho Chi Minh Trail Museum : 20,000VND

There are more things to do in Hanoi in our 2 days in Hanoi itinerary here.

Stay in Hanoi to visit the Ho Chi Minh Trail Museum at the Meritel Hanoi – there’s a rooftop pool, shared lounge, and some seriously good facilities for the money.  Rooms are large with fabulously comfortable beds and the showers are superb.  Virtually all the rooms come with minibars and the hotel staff is super friendly and helpful.  The breakfasts here are fabulous  – get a great deal on this Hanoi hotel here.

How to Visit Ho Chi Minh Trails

After you’ve visited the museum you can rent a Motorbike or Scooter: Exploring the Ho Chi Minh Trail on a motorbike is the best way to fully appreciate the beautiful scenery and authenticity of Vietnam. Riding a motorcycle gives you the freedom that you won’t get on a group tour or when taking public transportation, which in this part of the country is pretty basic. 

However, finding the trails and areas of significance will be tough, if you prefer to explore the Ho Chi Minh Trail with a guide, then this is a great option for visiting the Ho Chi Minh Trails.

2. Hamburger Hill, Vietnam War DMZ

Remember the 1987 film Hamburger Hill, which depicted the assault on Hill 937 through the eyes of American soldiers? This battleground depicted in the film “Hamburger Hill.” is here in Vietnam.  In May 1969, US forces and the North Vietnamese Army (NVA) fought over a 900m-high mountain at Hamburger Hill, resulting in the deaths of over 600 North Vietnamese and 72 Americans.

Ap Bia Hill, which rises 937 meters above sea level from Asau Valley in A Luoi town, is known by this name. Without a local guide, finding this former battleground is difficult because it is now covered in waist-high elephant grass, thick bamboo forest, and triple-canopy jungle. When you get there, take a nice hike to the top of the hill to see the war relics and try walking down a North Vietnamese Army tunnel nearby.  To see the remaining trenches and bunkers today, you’ll need a special permit (US$25, available only in Aluoi) and a guide. Hamburger Hill is located 8 kilometers northwest of Aluoi, about 6 kilometers off Highway 14, and less than two kilometers from Laos. 

• Address of Hamburger Hill: The lone peak is located in the dense jungles of Vietnam’s A Shau Valley, about a mile from the Laos border.

How to Visit Hamburger Hill

Hamburger Hill is located 8 kilometers northwest of Aluoi, about 6 kilometers off Highway 14. The border with Laos is less than 2 kilometers away.

• Visiting Hamburger Hill by bus: Without a car, the best way to get from Vinh to Hamburger Hill (Hill 937) is by bus and taxi, which takes 7 hours and 5 minutes and costs $100 to $140.
• Visiting Hamburger Hill by car: Driving from Vinh to Hamburger Hill (Hill 937) is the cheapest option, costing $30 – $50 and taking 6h 19m.
• The best way to visit Hamburger Hill is with a local guide, who will take you to the right places without any hassle

3. DMZ Vietnam – Dakrong Bridge

This bridge, which spans the Dakrong River 13 kilometers east of the Khe Sanh bus station, was rebuilt in 2001 and bears a plaque commemorating its significance as a conduit for the Ho Chi Minh Trail.  The road to Aluoi, which runs southeast from the bridge, was once part of the trail.

This bridge, was an obsession of the US Army during the Vietnam War, as it was one of the main access points to the Ho Chi Minh Trails.  The Dakrong Bridge was bombed by the US Air Force as well as being a site for main front fighting, and it was destroyed and rebuilt several times during the conflict. It’s on the way to Khe Sanh Marine Base, so stop for a while, and then continue on to Khe Sanh.

The Dakrong Bridge in Vietnam spans the Dakrong River, which flows through Quang Tri and leads to the Cua Viet Beach. The scenery in this area is breathtaking, with the road winding up the slope on one side and the Dak Rong River valley on the other.

Address of Dakrong Bridge: In Dakrong commune, Dakrong district, Quang Tri province, the Dakrong suspension bridge is located on Ho Chi Minh Road.

How to Visit the Dakrong Bridge

The regular DMZ tours do not travel through the valley as much as they could, instead of sticking to Route 9 from Dong Ha. This remote valley can be reached via the Dakrong Bridge on Route 9 or through Aluoi in the Ashau Valley.

The easiest way to visit the Dakrong Bridge is on a day trip from Hue in Central Vietnam.  You can arrange this with your hotel or hostel, or take a look at this option for visiting the Dakrong Bridge here.

4. The Khe Sanh Combat Base – Vietnam DMZ Site

Khe Sanh, a small mountain town deep inland near the Laos border, served as a Combat Base. One of the bloodiest battles of the Vietnam War took place there in 1968, lasting 77 days.  US Special Forces established Khe Sahn in August 1962 and occupied it until December 1966, when the Marines took over and expanded the camp to meet their needs. The Special Forces then moved west, towards the Laotian border and the Lang Vei camp.

Khe Sanh is now one of the most visited war memorials in the country. Khe Sanh is visited on almost every DMZ tour. For over fifteen years, there has been a museum on the site of the old camp area. Now that the majority of the UXO has been cleared, the areas on and around the runway are also accessible.  One of Khe Sanh’s veterans is working on a beautiful project called The Peace Garden. American and Vietnamese veterans meet at the former Combat Base to plant trees and put the past behind them.

• Address of Khe Sanh Combat Base: Huong Hoa District, Khe Sanh, Vietnam
• Opening Hours of Khe Sanh Combat Base: 7:00 AM-5:00 PM
• Entrance Fees for Khe Sanh Combat Base: Entrance fee 50.000 VND, parking for free.

How to Visit Khe Sanh Combat Base

Khe Sanh Combat Base is located in Quang Tri Province, 63 kilometers west of Dong Ha City and 20 kilometers east of the Lao Bao Border Gate.  The Khe Sanh Combat Base Tour can be easily visited every day as a part of tours starting in Hue City.

5. Rockpile Hill, Vietnam War DMZ

The Rockpile (also known as Elliot Combat Base) is a solitary karst rock outcropping north of Route 9 and south of the former Vietnamese Demilitarized Zone, known in Vietnamese as Thon Khe Tri (DMZ).  An American reconnaissance team arrived here on July 4, 1966, and realized the significance of this location.

Following that, the US Army established a base here to prevent a North Vietnamese invasion. They could clearly see ships at Dong Hoa port in the east, 26 kilometers away, and the Ghost Mountain range of Laos in the west from where they were standing.  From 1966 to 1969, it served as an important observation post and artillery base for the US Army and Marine Corps due to its remote location, which could only be reached by helicopter. From 1970 to 1971, the 3/5 Cav 9th infantry patrolled the rockpile, Dong Ha, and the DMZ.

It rises to an elevation of 230 meters (790 feet) MSL, about 210 meters (690 feet) above the surrounding terrain, near the former South Vietnamese DMZ. From 1966 to 1968, it served as an important observation post and artillery base for the US Army and Marine Corps due to its remote location, which could only be reached by helicopter.

• Address of Rockpile Hill: Located 16 kilometers south of the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) and 26 kilometers west of Dong Ha base camp.

How to Visit Rockpile Hill

You’ll pass by the Rockpile hill, which is only 230 meters high and 16 miles (26 kilometers) west of Dong Ha, Quang Tri, on your way to the Vinh Moc Tunnels. The US Marines used it to monitor the environment and track North Vietnamese troops infiltrating South Vietnam through the Vietnam DMZ.

The best way to explore the DMZ Vietnam is to book a Hue DMZ Tour, this is a great option.

6. Ben Hai River and Hien Luong Bridge (17 Latitudinal)

The Geneva Accords of 1954 divided Vietnam into a northern and southern zone along the 17th parallel, making this a significant landmark.  The Hien Luong Bridge and the Ben Hai River are two “historical witnesses” who have endured the agony of dividing the country for more than 20 years. They’re near the intersection of National Highway 1A and the Ben Hai River.

Route 9 leads us to the Ben Hai River and Hien Luong, which separated the North and South during the Vietnam War and separated thousands of local families after Vietnam’s victory over France in 1954. Hien Luong Bridge witnessed the conflict between each side during the Vietnam War, but after Vietnam’s victory in 1975, it was transformed into a bridge of reunification, a symbol of national independence and freedom.

The bridge marks the former border between North and South Vietnam from 1954 to 1972, when the North Vietnamese Army captured Dong Ha town in the 1972 Easter Offensive and pushed the border to the Thach Han River in Quang Tri town, some 20 miles south. The bridge was painted in two different colors during Vietnam’s partition. On the north side, there is a monument.

Address of Ben Hai River and Hien Luong Bridge: Hin Luong Bridge spans the Ben Hai River in Vinh Linh District, Quang Tri Province, Vietnam’s North Central Coast.

How to Visit Ben Hai River and Hien Luong Bridge

At Kilometer 735 of Highway No. 1 in DMZ Vietnam, the Hien Luong Bridge spans the Ben Hai River. This bridge connects the villages of Hien Luong and Xuan Hoa in the north and south, respectively. Cua Tung beach is 10 kilometers away in the west.

7. The Vịnh Mốc Tunnels, Vietnam War DMZ

On the border of North and South Vietnam are the Vinh Moc Tunnels, a massive network of tunnels, is the ruins of a coastal North Vietnamese village that went underground in the face of relentless American bombing.  These tunnels were built to protect families from the bombing of the surrounding country during the Vietnam War. People were able to stay safe inside these tunnels after they were completed. They are still standing today and are a popular tourist attraction.

Unlike the more well-known Cu Chi Tunnels, which were used by the military, the tunnels at Vinh Mc were used by civilians. For over six years, approximately 300 people lived and worked underground to avoid American bombers in this multi-tiered system of tunnels. Trips to other popular DMZ sites, such as the base at Khe Sanh, are frequently included as part of a package.

The Vinh Moc Tunnels, like the Cu Chi Tunnels below, are one of the cooler Vietnam destinations to visit, but they are not for the faint of heart. Make sure your guide takes you to the 12 entrances to the tunnel and also the beautiful beach overlooking the South China Sea (East Sea).

• Address of Vịnh Mốc Tunnels: Vĩnh Thạch, Vĩnh Linh District, Quảng Trị, Vietnam
• Opening Hours of Vịnh Mốc Tunnels: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Entrance Fees for Vịnh Mốc Tunnels: 40,000VND / person

How to Visit Vịnh Mốc Tunnels

If you travel by private car/van, Vinh Moc is 90 minutes from Dong Hoi City (80 kilometers) or 2 hours from Quang Binh (114 kilometers). More underground tunnels can be found 1.5 hours south of Da Nang in Tam Ky town.

Rent a Vehicle: The village of Ho Xa is 6.5 kilometers north of the Ben Hai River, where the Vinh Moc turn-off is located. Follow this road for 13 kilometers east. Between Phong Nha (our guide to Phong Nha is here ) /Dong Hoi and Hue, Vietnam, tourist shuttle buses run, after which you can take a taxi to Vinh Moc and the Ben Hai River.

We explored the Vinh Moc Tunnels with our guide and it truly made it a more worthwhile experience.

Where to stay to visit the Vinh Moc Tunnels: The best location to stay to get to the Vinh Moc tunnels is Dong Ha – the Hoa Phuong Guesthouse is a great option here. They don’t see many Western tourists here, but you’ll get a good welcome and there are some good local places to eat nearby. You can book a room here.

8. Truong Son National Cemetery, Vietnam War DMZ sites.

We visited the Route 9 National Soldier cemetery on Highway 9 while taking a tour with the fabulous Mr. Hoa, himself an American War veteran, albeit through conscription and only for the last year of the war. The Vietnamese are pragmatic about where their war dead are buried, (only in a small number of cases are the dead repatriated to their hometown) this cemetery is for those who died along Highway 9.

This cemetery is a somber sight, as it is a deeply evocative memorial to the legions of North Vietnamese soldiers who died along the Ho Chi Minh Trail.  The world’s largest martyr cemetery, with graves of volunteer youth and soldiers who helped build and protect the legendary Ho Chi Minh Trail during the American War. More than 10,000 graves are scattered across these hillsides, each marked by a simple white tombstone bearing the inscription martyr.

A separate area contains the gravestones of 13 war heroes, including two women. All other soldiers are buried in five zones based on where they came from in Vietnam, with each zone subdivided into provinces. They would have been buried near where they were killed during the war, but after the war, their remains were moved here or to one of the other four national cemeteries. Many graves, however, are empty, with only names – a small fraction of Vietnam’s 300,000 soldiers missing in action.

• Address of Truong Son National Cemetery: Vĩnh Trường, Gio Linh, Quảng Trị, Vietnam
• Opening Hours of Truong Son National Cemetery: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

How to Visit Truong Son National Cemetery

The Truong Son National Cemetery is 27 kilometers northwest of Dong Ha, and the Highway 1 exit is close to Doc Mieu.  The cemetery is located on the southern side of the Ben Hai River, eight miles north of Dong Ha. Visitors almost always fly into Hue (the nearest airport) from Ho Chi Minh City or Hanoi, then take the bus to Dong Ha (1 hour, 30 minutes). If you’re flying in via Hanoi, then our guide to the best things to do in Hanoi is here.

The easiest way to visit the Truong Son National Cemetery is to take a guide from Hue.

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Final Words on visiting the DMZ area in Vietnam

The Demilitarized Zone, or DMZ, in Vietnam was a 10-kilometer-wide strip of land that ran roughly parallel to the 17th parallel from Laos to the China South Sea. Following the end of the First Indochina War in 1954, it was used to divide North and South Vietnam.  Many of the war-related relics have been destroyed or reclaimed by the jungle, but if you take a savvy guide with you you’ll be able to understand a lot more and discover the DMZ sites of the Vietnam War.

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• DMZ Tour Viet Nam – Private Tour

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• Tour Type: Private Tour
• Departure: Your hotel or Stay in Hue City
• End of Tour: Your hotel or Stay in Hue City
• Duration: Half Day or Full Day
• Transport: High quality vehicles
• Sight Seeing: Lavang Holy land | Hien Luong bridge | Ben Hai river | Vinh Moc tunnels (optional: Khe Sanh Combat Base )

Price: From 21 USD / 1 pax

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DMZ Tour Vietnam (The Vietnamese demilitarized zone) is famous trip around in Quang Tri Provice for Tourist learn about Viet Nam War.

The DMZ lay at the 17th parallel and was created by an agreement known as the Geneva Agreement. The DMZ, Quang Tri was a battlefield, one of the most intensively bombed areas in military history. It left a barren desert created by hundreds of thousands of tons of high explosives, estimated to be the equivalent of seven Hiroshima atom bombs, as well as napalm, phosphorous, and herbicide.

The province preserves many remains from the anti-American resistance war such as the ancient citadel of Quang Tri, Khe Sanh Combat Base, Truong Son National Cemetery, Truong Son trail, Vinh Moc Tunnels, Hien Luong Bridge , and Ben Hai River . For those who are interested in Vietnam War tours, the DMZ tour Vietnam especially Hue – DMZ tour is a good tour to choose

With this tour, one can learn more about the Vietnam war and the indomitable spirit of the Vietnamese people.

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

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DMZ Tour Vietnam – HUE FULL DAY PRIVATE TOUR

In the morning:.

• 7:30 a.m: Pick you up at your hotel/stay in Hue city and transfer to the DMZ Tour Vietnam Bay area in Quang tri
• 9:00 a.m: 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:

• 2:00 p.m: 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.
• 3:00 p.m: 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.
• 4:30 p.m: finish DMZ tour Vietnam and come back to Hue city.

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

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

For Group Tour:

Hue To DMZ Small Group Tour

• Option 1 does not include Lunch.
• If you would like to finish tour and drop off at Phong Nha Town, please pay 35$ more for this transfer.
• If you would like to join Hue DMZ tour ( Group Tour) , visit: DMZ Small Group Tour From HUE

The Rate 1USD = 23,000 VND is applied for all of your bookings You can pay directly by cash or credit card, in VND or in USD

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• Entry/Admission - Khe Sanh Combat Base
• Entry/Admission - Vinh Moc Tunnel
• Wheelchair accessible
• Infant seats available
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• Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
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Dmz Tour Hue – Private Dmz Vietnam Tour

Dmz Tour Hue  is a perfect day trip for all valued clients who stay in Hue City and want to explore all the top-rated attractions of  DMZ Vietnam in 1 day. By booking our Dmz Day Tour from Hue , you will be brought back to the time of the  Vietnam war  with a visit to the historical and war sites including the  Khe Sanh Combat Base ,  Vinh Moc Tunnel  and 1 7th Parallel . The trip is a great chance for you to get knowledge about the war and understand the indomitable spirit of Vietnamese people.

We are highly recommended by many customers on  TripAdvisor , Viator, Cruise Critic, Private Guides and other prestige channels. With over 15 years of experience in organizing  Vietnam Tour Package for many international customers, we guarantee a local perspective that will give you and your family a once in a lifetime experience. Please check out the recommended  Hue Tours or Central Vietnam Tours . If you do not find any suitable itinerary, please contact our Vietnam travel experts. We will help you to customize a unique  Dmz Tour Hue that is exclusively for you and your group.

The  Vietnamese Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) was a demilitarized zone established as a dividing line between North and South Vietnam from July 1954 to 1976 as a result of the First Indochina War. During the Vietnam War (1955-1975), it became important as the battleground demarcation separating North from South Vietnamese territories. The zone ceased to exist with the reunification of Vietnam on July 2, 1976, though the area remains dangerous due to the numerous undetonated explosives it contains.

Dmz Tour Hue Information

• Meeting Location: Hotels in Hue city, Vietnam
• End Location: Hotels in Hue city, Vietnam
• Duration: 9 – 11 hours
• Transportation: Private transport with well air-conditioned and seat belts
• Tour Type: DMZ Tour Hue
• Activity Level: Moderate
• Medical Concerns:  Please let us know if you have any of allergy to your food

Dmz Tour from Hue Itinerary

08:00 Our tour guide and driver will pick you up at your hotel in Hue City and start the  Dmz Tour Hue  with  Vietnam Shore Excursions . You will have a great chance to admire many beautiful landscapes along Highway 1A.

Our first stop for the  Best   Dmz Tour Hue  is the  Long Hung Church . It was built to worship Christianity in Hung Long village, with a total area of ​​1220m2, including a bell tower in front, a cross mounted on top, and a large chapel and corridor. Since the fight to protect Quang Tri Citadel, the church has been destroyed by bombs and bullets. Long Hung Church in Quang Tri is a war relic marking the heroic battle of our army and people.

Continuing the  Hue DMZ Tour , you will be transferred along Route 9 to the  Rockpile Vietnam , the  Ho Chi Minh Trail ,  Ta Con Airfield (Khe Sanh combat base) with the Battle of Khe Sanh . Have lunch at a local restaurant.

In the afternoon, we will keep doing the  Private Dmz Tour Hue  by visiting the  Vinh Moc Tunnel s  to understand more how the Viet Cong (Vietnamese Communists) lived underground to fight against the American (22 meter deep tunnel).

In the  DMZ Day Tour from Hue , we should not miss the 17th Parallel by visiting the  Ben Hai River ,  Hien Luong Bridge   and  Museum . Finishing the  Dmz Tour Hue , our tour guide and driver will transfer you back to your hotel in Hue City. Say goodbye!

Inclusions: English speaking guide, Air-conditioned transport, Lunch at local restaurant, Entrance fees at all tourist sites, Cold water, Wet Tissues Exclusions: Drinks, Tips for guides and drivers, Travel Insurance, any costs not included above

• You may be interested in Bach Ma National Park Tour , Hue Battle Tour or Hue City Private Tour when you stay in Hue City, Vietnam.

Terms & Conditions

We ask for a 60 % deposit on your receipt of our PayPal invoice for this dmz tour hue. The rest of the balance you will pay at the end of your tour in cash – $USD or local currency VND at the exchange rate prevailing on the day or pay online in advance by (PayPal/ Credit, Debit Card). Your booking will be instantly confirmed with ticket booking.

Please note:  We will charge an extra 3% for bank services if you pay your deposit or the total of payment via PayPal, Credit cards, Debit Card.

Deposit Cancellation Terms:

If customers cancel some or all portions of the booking regardless of the reasons, the customers agree to pay cancellation fees as follows:

• If you cancel the trip  40 days before  the arrival, VSE  will refund your deposit.
• If you cancel the trip  39 – 30 days before the arrival, you will  lose 10%  of the full payment.
• If you cancel the trip  29 – 15 days before the arrival, you will  lose 30%  of the full payment.
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DMZ Tour Vietnam

DMZ tour Vietnam  will help tourists learn more about Vietnamese history and the resilience of the Vietnamese people. Many famous attractions on this tour will give you insight into the arduous period of gaining national independence by the Vietnamese people during the Vietnam War. Therefore, think about Vietnam and learn more about Vietnamese history with our DMZ tour now!

Itinerary DMZ Tour Vietnam Full Day

In the morning.

7:30 a.m:  Our guide and driver will greet you at your hotel in Hue city center and transfer you to the DMZ tour Vietnam Bay Area in Quang Tri.

9:00 a.m: La Vang Holy Land  will be the first stop in this tour. This attraction is a famous pilgrimage site. This place always attracts thousands of Catholics from Vietnam and around the world to attend every year. Therefore, you will have the opportunity to admire the unique architecture and peaceful atmosphere when coming to this attraction.

Moreover, you will see the  Rock Pile Hill . This hill elevated position provided a commanding view of the surrounding area so that why this attraction is an ideal location for surveillance and artillery observation of US military during the Vietnam War.

Then, we will visit  Dakrong Bridge . This bridge was built during the Vietnam War to facilitate the movement of Vietnamese troops, supplies, and equipment along the Ho Chi Minh Trail. This is an important link in the logistics chain supporting communist forces in South Vietnam. Therefore, the bridge frequently became the target of bombing and other military activities.

The next attraction in our DMZ tour is  Khe Sanh Combat Base . This place had many major battles of Vietnam took place in 1968. This historical attraction is always the must-visit place for tourists who want to learn more about the Vietnam War.

After exploring Khe Sanh Combat Base, you will enjoy the local food at a local restaurant in Dong Ha Town .

In the afternoon

2:00 p.m: Hien Luong Bridge and Ben Hai River will be the next attraction in our itinerary. During the resistance war against America, Hien Luong Bridge was the boundary dividing Vietnam into north and south. Drop in around this bridge to understands more about the woeful and glorious of the Vietnamese people and soldiers.

3:00 p.m: We will go to Vinh Moc Tunnels . This tunnels was the underground village of Vietnamese people during the Vietnamese War.

4:30 p.m: We will return to Hue city and finish DMZ tour Vietnam .

Price For DMZ Tour Vietnam

Children policy:.

• Kids from 0 – 4y: free of charge
• Kids from 5y to under 10y : pay 75%
• Kids from 11y and older: as adults.

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• Private car with driver
• English speaking Guide during the trip
• All entrance fees
• Water and wet tissue
• Personal Expenses

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DMZ tour from Hue

Departure time

Daily Group Tour

DMZ Tour Hue  is famous trip around in Quang Tri Province for tourists explore about Vietnam war. The DMZ lay at the 17th parallel and was created by an agreement known as the Geneva Agreement. The DMZ, Quang Tri was a battlefield, one of the most intensively bombed areas in military history.

The province preserves many remains from the anti-American resistance war such as the ancient citadel of Quang Tri,  Khe Sanh Combat Base, Truong Son National Cemetery, Truong Son trail, Vinh Moc Tunnels, Hien Luong Bridge , and  Ben Hai River . For those who are interested in Vietnam War tours, the  DMZ tour Vietnam  especially  Hue – DMZ full day tour is a good tour to choose.

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• Explore the Ho Chi Minh trail
• Discover Khe Sanh combat base – a United States Marine Corps outpost south of the Vietnamese Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) used during the Vietnam War
• Admire the majestic Dakrong suspension bridge in the middle of the mountains
• Visit Vinh Moc tunnels – magnificent underground military architectures, born during the resistance war against the US to save the country
• Explore Hien Luong Bridge and Ben Hai River – a symbol of the everlasting desire for peace, national independence, and reunification
• Experience Quang Tri Ancient Citadel – is a special national monument of Vietnam

Our driver will pick you up from the hotel in Hue city and drive to Dong Ha City (around 70km from Hue) to get to Dong Ha city to do the DMZ tour.

We arrive Dong Ha town , the closest major city to the DMZ, or Demilitarized Zone, the area around the former border between North and South Vietnam.

On the way, stop to visit the Quang Tri Ancient Citadel – is seen as an eye-witness of fierce battles during the anti-American resistance war in 1972. During the 81-day fighting, the citadel was almost destroyed by thousands of tons of bombs released by the US army. Nowadays, the citadel becomes a place to mark immortal victories of the Vietnamese army and people and to educate youths about the nation’s revolutionary tradition and its patriotism.

Then we headed to Khe Sanh Combat Base , a large combat base attacked by a large force of the North Vietnamese Army in early 1968. Khe Sanh was built on a hilltop located 10 km from the Laotian border was the westernmost in a line of Allied defenses south of the DMZ designed to prevent communist infiltration into South Vietnam.

Next, we move to Dakrong Bridge. Taking about 40 mins of driving, we will see Dakrong bridge . During the war, the bridge was the essential access point to the trail and also being bombed and rebuilt repeatedly throughout the conflicts. Although there is nothing relating too much to the Vietnam War, it’s a marker point of the former Ho Chi Minh Trail.

You also have a chance to meet Paco minority group of people.

Then, you have lunch (with your own budget)

In the afternoon

Get on the car we will go to the  Hien Luong Bridge and Ben Hai River is a place that has witnessed the pain of dividing the two regions and historical events associated with the struggle for national liberation. This is symbolizes an enduring symbol of the everlasting desire for peace, national independence and reunification.

Vinh Moc tunnel , a massive and unique underground tunnel system of Vinh Linh, Quang Tri people. This is the most impressive shelter for local people in the war. During time of staying here, people used this tunnel for important meetings, the weddings, or place of giving a birth… By experiencing the dark underground tunnel, you will feel how hard the local people suffered while living at there.

Then the drive transfers you back to Hue. Finish the Hue – DMZ Full Day Tour.

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Included/Excluded

• High quality car with air condition
• English speaking guide
• Entrance fees
• Local travel insurance: 30,000,000vnd/ case/pax
• Mineral water: 2 bottles of water/pax
• Drinks (solf drinks, beer…)
• Personal fees
• Tips for guide and driver
• Any additional expenses caused by reasons beyond our control such as natural calamities (typhoons, floods), flight delays, rescheduling or cancellations, any accidents, medical evacuations, riots, strikes, ect
• Under 1.0 m: free (parent pays the fee if there is any arising)
• From 1.0 m – under1.4m: 75% fee of adult
• From 1.4 m above: 100% fee as adult

Note: Parents pay for the costs incurred, if any

• The full program of the DMZ tour will be back late
• Other languages speaking guide should be contacted us in advance
• Please kindly understand that the places in itinerary can be exchanged orderly some times to make the route most suitably
• If you wish to visit other places without including in our estimated itinerary, please contact us in advance

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