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Perfume Pagoda One Day Tour with Boat Ride and Cave

5.0 (one review) 9–10 hours Free cancellation
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Perfume Pagoda One Day Tour with Boat Ride and Cave

About this activity

The Perfume Pagoda is one of northern Vietnam’s most sacred Buddhist sites, set in the Huong Tich mountains. On this tour, travel from Hanoi in a comfortable air-conditioned coach, then set sail on a scenic cruise along the Yen River in a traditional rowing boat. Admire the dramatic karst landscapes as you float downstream, then hike through the mountains to explore the caves, shrines, and temples. Then visit to the Thien Tru Pagoda, which is at the heart of the temple complex.

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At a glance

Duration
9–10 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 25 people
People per booking
1–25
Guide
English
Operated by
Local Tours Around Viet Nam

Ages: Children (4–8 years) · Adults (9–80 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Entrance fees and sightseeing as program
  • Included: Lunch with authentic foods at local restaurant
  • Included: Shuttle Bus transfer roundtrip Hanoi & Perfume Pagoda
  • Included: Boat ride and Electric Car roundtrip
  • Included: English speaking guide during the tour

Not included

  • Not included: Beverages, Tips and Personal expenses
  • Not included: Cable Car Ticket One Way
  • Not included: Cable Car Ticket Two Ways

Itinerary

  1. Old Quarter

    2 hours Admission included

    We will pick up all guests at hotel/stay in Hanoi Old Quarter Area or at the meeting point. Please ready at your lobby, our guide will come and check your name at reception area the transfer to Perfume Pagoda where about 2 hours drive

  2. Perfume Pagoda

    4 hours Admission included

    Arrive at Ben Duc boat harbor then you take one-hour trip on a small boat-rowed by local people on the stream named Yen. You can deeply enjoy the attractive mountain views mirror-image in the crystal water mirror of the stream en route. 11h00: Getting out of the boat, it takes you about 1 hour to trek up to the main Pagoda – Cave on the top of the highest mountain in the range – which is considered as the most beautiful Cave under South Asia sky and taking photo & learn about Vietnam history, Buddhism religion. Trekking down by the same route for lunch time in the restaurant at the foot of mountain.

  3. Thien Tru Pagoda

    one hour Admission included

    After lunch time, you will visit Thien Tru Pagoda which has long become one of the centers of Huong Son scenic spots attracting numerous tourists. Immersing in the peaceful scenery and unique architecture of the pagoda, tourists will definitely experience the unforgettable moments.

  4. Old Quarter

    2 hours Admission included

    After Thien Tru Pagoda then spending one more hour on the boat back to the harbor, say good bye to local people. Get on bus back to Hanoi City then drop off guests at same hotel in Old Quarter between 18h00 to 18h30 pm. Tour ends.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • If you stay outside Old Quarter Hanoi, you can come to our meeting point: 160 Tran Quang Khai street, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi and we will pick you up from here.

End point

  • If you stay outside Old Quarter Hanoi, you can come to our meeting point: 160 Tran Quang Khai street, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi and we will pick you up from here.

Pickup points

  • Hotel Emerald Waters Classy
  • Leman Old Quarter
  • La Aurora Hang Hanh
  • Hanoi Jasmine Premium Hotel & Travel
  • Hortensia Flower Hotel & Spa
  • Hanoi Rose Hotel
  • Laura2 House
  • Warm Loft - Heart of Old Quarter Ha Noi
  • Amara Hanoi Hotel
  • Hoan Kiem Legend Ha Noi Hotel
  • S79 Ami Hotel
  • La Passion Premium Cau Go

and 877 more pickup points

We will pick up all guests at hotel/stay in Hanoi Old Quarter Area. Please ready at your

lobby, our guide will come and check your name at reception area then transfer to Perfume Pagoda

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
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Good to know

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • 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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