12 hour(s)
English
Included
Explore Khe Sanh Combat Base
Visit Hien Luong Bridge and Seventeenth Parallel
Discover Vinh Moc Tunnels and Museum
See Con Tien Firebase and Quang Tri Citadel
€ 164.52
€ 151.36
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Start your day with an early morning pick-up from your hotel in Hue and enjoy a scenic drive along the coastal road to Quang Tri. Begin your journey with a visit to Dakrong Bridge, one of the starting points of the historic Ho Chi Minh Trails, before exploring Hamburger Hill and Ashao Valley. Continue to the Khe Sanh Combat Base, a key site during the Vietnam War, where the U.S. Marines faced intense battles in early nineteen sixty eight. In the afternoon, explore the Hien Luong Bridge and the Seventeenth Parallel, which marked the former boundary between North and South Vietnam, and visit the Vinh Moc Museum and tunnels that served as shelters during heavy bombings. The day concludes with a visit to Con Tien Firebase and the Quang Tri Citadel before returning to your hotel in Hue. This tour provides a fascinating insight into Vietnam's wartime history and the resilience of its people, combining memorable sights with comfortable travel and guided exploration. With knowledgeable English-speaking guides and well-planned logistics, you can relax and immerse yourself in both the history and natural beauty of the region, making it a rewarding and educational experience for all travelers.
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transportation with air-conditioning
Entrance fees
Lunch
Bottled drinking water
English speaking guide
Insurance coverage
Personal expenses
Gratuities
Sunglasses and sunscreen
Camera
Wear comfortable clothing and walking shoes
The tour is not wheelchair accessible
This tour will have a maximum of fifteen travelers
No public transportation nearby
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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A historic place to pay tribute to soldiers who sacrified their loves in the 81-day battle in 1972.
The most famous and historical place in Quang Tri town (previously). The symbol of strong survival of Vietnamese people through the tough time 81 days against the enemy. Refrain to visit here during special occasion like independent day Sep 2nd or Jul 27th… there will be huge people here.
I watched The Scent of Burning Grass and always wanted to be here one day. I was crying and felt the sacred atmosphere here. You should have tour guide with you to understand more about this place. Rest in peace and appreciate all young soldiers that sacrificed for the freedom I have today
Visiting Thành Cổ Quảng Trị isn’t just about sightseeing it’s about stepping onto sacred ground, where history is etched into every stone and whispering breeze. This site, once the epicenter of one of the bloodiest battles of the Vietnam War, now stands as a memorial to the thousands of soldiers who fought and fell here, on both sides. The atmosphere is somber yet peaceful, a stark contrast to the devastation it once witnessed. Walking through the site, you’ll see monuments, engraved names, and relics that tell a story of resilience, sacrifice, and the brutal reality of war. The preserved walls and surrounding landscape serve as a silent reminder of the immense loss suffered during the 81-day siege of 1972, when the entire town became a battlefield. This is a place for reflection and respect. Whether you have a personal connection to Vietnam’s history or are simply a visitor seeking to understand its past, Thành Cổ Quảng Trị leaves an impression that lingers long after you leave. A visit here isn’t just about learning history—it’s about feeling it.
It was so touchful to visit this place. I got a chance to understand more about history of my dear Viet Nam. People from the past, fought by all their lives, just to gain peace for us - our young generation. I almost cried when reading the letter from a sodier who wrote about his coming dead, left his last words to his family...If you love hisfory, please do not skip this place.
