Hanoi: 1-Day Trip to Perfume Pagoda with Scenic Rowboat Journey
Embark on a full-day journey to the Perfume Pagoda, a majestic complex of Buddhist temples and shrines nestled within dramatic limestone mountains. Drift along the serene Yen Stream by traditional boat, soaking in the breathtaking natural scenery. Ascend to the mystical Huong Tich Cave, home to a revered Buddha statue and stunning formations of stalactites and stalagmites. End your spiritual adventure by offering prayers for health and good fortune at the sacred Thien Tru Pagoda, also known as the "Pagoda Leading to Heaven."
Options
Perfume Pagoda Walking
No Cable Car: This tour option does not include the cable car. You will walk up and down the stairs for about 45 minutes each way.
Pickup included
What's included in Hanoi: 1-Day Trip to Perfume Pagoda with Scenic Rowboat Journey
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Old Quarter
8:00 AM: Depart from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter, the bus will pick you up and start the journey. Huong Pagoda is about 60 km southwest of Hanoi. The driver will take you to visit the countryside before arriving at the pagoda.
Thien Tru Pagoda
10:00: Start the journey on a bamboo boat on Yen River for about 1 hour to Thien Tru Wharf. Cruise downstream through mysterious caves hidden in the limestone mountains. On the journey to explore Huong Pagoda, Trinh Temple - Thien Tru Pagoda - Huong Tich Cave are the 3 main stops that attract the attention of both domestic and international tourists. After the ceremony at Trinh Temple, visitors continue their journey down Yen Stream with the boatmen to the second stop, which is Thien Tru Pagoda, also known as Heaven's Kitchen Pagoda. Over time, Thien Tru Pagoda has been embellished with paintings for the majestic natural picture thanks to unique architectural works. Exploring Thien Tru Pagoda is definitely one of the most unforgettable things to do when coming to Hanoi.
Perfume Pagoda
After lunch, visitors will enjoy a hike up and down to visit the main cave of Huong Tich, located on the top of the mountain. Huong Tich Cave is considered the most beautiful cave in Vietnam. When reaching the top, visitors will have time to admire the majestic mountain scenery.
Inclusions
- Round-trip transfer, shuttle bus pick up & drop off in Hanoi Old Quarter
- English speaking guide
- All sight seeing fees
- Scenic boat trip through Yen stream
- Local Lunch with traditional Vietnamese dishes
- Cable car fare (Depend on your selected option)
- Extra food and beverages
- Tips and personal expenses
- Holiday surcharge & Other services are not listed above
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Dress code is formal
- We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements, please indicate them when booking
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
We will pick up all the guests at the hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter or Hanoi Opera House if you stay outside. Kindly provide the hotel name and address in Hanoi Old Quarter for pick-up arrangements, check your email or WhatsApp once you book the tour to confirm your pick up time.
