Hue to Dong Ha and Lao Bao: Private day trip
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11h 15mRound tripPrivate driver
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About your trip
Travel north from the imperial capital to explore the DMZ military heritage and the Vietnam-Laos border culture, where wartime history meets international friendship and cross-border traditions. Experience historical significance and border community life while your professional driver navigates historically important landscapes.
Exclusively yours: private vehicle and professional driver
Discover local insights you won't find in guidebooks
Experience the freedom to explore at your own speed
Perfectly planned for families, friends, or solo travelers
What to expect
Your day trip begins wherever you are
Meet our professional driver right where you prefer in Hue whenever suits you best. No time wasted getting to the pickup point, grab your bag and start your trip right away.Discover more with local expertise
Your driverās local insights will set the tone for your day trip. A hidden cafĆ© here, a must-try restaurant there; insider tips youāll love sharing later. This isnāt a guided tour but your ride will be rich with stories and discoveries along the way. And throughout the day, your driver will be available for you as needed, ready to assist, happy to help, making your trip stress-free.Explore at your own pace
Your professional Daytrip driver will meet you at your accommodation in Hue and transport you safely to Dong Ha and then to Lao Bao, allowing you to explore Vietnam War military heritage and border culture, before providing a seamless return trip.
Perfect for any private group
Whether you're traveling solo, as a family with kids, or as a large group, this service is tailored for your comfort and flexibility. It's the ideal option especially if you have limited time or a busy schedule.Good to know
- Two-way private car transfer
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Personalized pickup and drop-off
- Professional English-speaking driver
- Complimentary bottled water
- Free cancellation 24 hours before departure
- Entry/Admission tickets to paid attractions in Dong Ha and Lao Bao should be purchased separately unless specified otherwise
- Meals, snacks, and gratuity are not included
From ā¬51
per person
Select date and travelers
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your pickup time.
For a group of 1-3 travelersTotalā¬153
Your trip at a glance
Your trip at a glance
Start in Hue
You choose the pickup spot.
1
Dong Ha
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discover
Stop: 2 hours - admission not included


Discover this important military town that was home to DMZ operations and supply routes during the Vietnam War. Here, contemporary development demonstrates post-war reconstruction and community resilience. Visit war memorials, military museums, and historical sites that explain military strategies, logistics, and civilian experiences during prolonged conflicts. Learn about post-war reconstruction efforts, economic development, and community healing processes supporting regional recovery and historical education. Experience local markets selling regional products, traditional crafts, and historical items while observing contemporary life in former military strategic locations. Traditional restaurants serve regional cuisine while community facilities demonstrate post-war development and cultural preservation efforts. The historical significance and community reconstruction create meaningful encounters with Vietnamese military history and post-conflict recovery, supporting peace and development.
2
Lao Bao
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discover
Stop: 2 h 30 min - admission not included


Experience the Vietnam-Laos border culture where international friendship and cross-border trade have created unique cultural exchanges between neighboring countries. Explore border markets selling products from both countries while learning about traditional cross-border trade and family relationships spanning international boundaries. Visit border facilities demonstrating peaceful international cooperation and friendship between Vietnam and Laos, supporting regional development and cultural understanding. Learn about traditional border communities and visit restaurants serving blended Vietnamese and Laotian cuisine. Border markets offer international products, traditional crafts, and regional specialties. The international atmosphere and cross-border friendship create fascinating encounters with Vietnam's peaceful international relationships.
Back to Hue
Weāll take you back to your starting point.
Duration of the stops can be changed upon request after booking
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Frequently Asked Questions
If you have any questions, here are the answers.Day trips offer travelers private round-trip transportation to popular sightseeing locations. One of our professional drivers will pick you up in a luxurious, climate-controlled car, take you to the site of interest, and wait for you while you explore before driving you back to your hotel.
Yes! Youāre free to choose the pickup and drop-off times that work best for you. However, the time spent at the destination is fixed and cannot be changed.
Each sightseeing stop has a recommended duration that includes plenty of time to explore. However, it is possible to customize the time spent at each sightseeing stop at a later stage in the booking process to best fit your unique schedule.
Your Daytrip driver will wait for you nearby for the duration of your exploration, meaning youāll never have to wait for your return trip transportation to arrive. Your comfort and convenience are our top priorities, and we aim to close out your day trip with a return on your schedule.
The price of a day trip does not include any entrance tickets, guided tours, or meals you may partake in at your destination. The price covers round-trip transportation in a luxury vehicle with a professional driver who can provide local insights en route.
Day trip bookings can be canceled up to 24 hours before your trip for a full refund, no strings attached. While the destination and stops are predetermined, it is possible to change your pick-up point, whether it is at your hotel or some other location within the city.
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