The Vietnamese Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), located in Quang Tri Province, is one of the most significant historical sites from the Vietnam War era. Once a fierce battlefield dividing North and South Vietnam along the 17th parallel, the DMZ witnessed some of the heaviest bombardments in modern military history — an estimated amount of explosives equivalent to seven Hiroshima atomic bombs.

Despite the devastation, Quang Tri today stands as a symbol of resilience, preserving countless relics from the war such as the Quang Tri Ancient Citadel, Khe Sanh Combat Base, Truong Son National Cemetery, Vinh Moc Tunnels, Hien Luong Bridge, and Ben Hai River.

This full-day Hue – DMZ Tour offers travelers a deep insight into Vietnam’s wartime past and the unyielding spirit of its people — a journey through history that brings peace and reflection.

7:00 AM – Pick up from your hotel in Hue

Our guide and driver will meet you at your hotel in Hue City, then transfer you northward along scenic roads toward Quang Tri Province, where the DMZ tour begins.

8:00 AM – Visit Quang Tri Ancient Citadel

The first stop is the Quang Tri Citadel, a 19th-century fortress located by the Thach Han River.
Originally built during the Nguyen Dynasty (1802–1945), the citadel later served as an administrative center for French colonial authorities and the U.S.-backed Southern government.
During the war, it became the site of fierce battles and is now preserved as a monument to those who fought for independence.

On Highway 9 – Visit Historical War Sites

Continue along National Highway 9, once a crucial military route during the war. Along the way, you’ll stop at several important landmarks:

Rockpile Hill – a former U.S. military outpost used as a strategic observation point overlooking the DMZ between 1966 and 1968.

Dakrong Bridge – located halfway along Highway 9, this bridge marks the beginning of Highway 15, one of the main branches of the Ho Chi Minh Trail leading toward the A Shau Valley and the legendary Hamburger Hill.
A monument stands here to commemorate this important wartime supply route.

Khe Sanh Combat Base

Next, visit the Khe Sanh Combat Base, one of the most well-known battlefields of the Vietnam War.
This former U.S. Marine base witnessed the intense Siege of Khe Sanh in 1968, where massive forces of the North Vietnamese Army launched one of the most decisive campaigns of the war.
Today, the base features remnants such as bunkers, airstrips, and military equipment that tell vivid stories of the conflict.

12:30 PM – Lunch in Dong Ha Town

Return to Highway 1 and stop in Dong Ha for a local Vietnamese lunch at a traditional restaurant before continuing the journey to the DMZ’s northern section.

2:00 PM – Hien Luong Bridge & Ben Hai River

After lunch, visit the Hien Luong Bridge spanning the Ben Hai River — the historical border separating North and South Vietnam after the 1954 Geneva Agreement.
Standing here, you can almost feel the weight of the country’s division and imagine the stories of families separated by the river during the war.

3:00 PM – Explore Vinh Moc Tunnels

Continue to the Vinh Moc Tunnels, an extraordinary underground village built by local people to shelter from heavy bombardments between 1965 and 1966.
This impressive network includes living quarters, wells, kitchens, and maternity rooms, providing a glimpse into the resilience and determination of Vietnamese civilians during wartime.

5:00 PM – Return to Hue

After an emotional and insightful day exploring Vietnam’s wartime history, you’ll return to Hue City, marking the end of your DMZ Tour Vietnam.