Perfume Pagoda Full Day Tour
Small Group Tour - Hotel Pick Up
Price From:
37 USD
- Daily Operation - Free Pick up Drop off Hotels in Old Quarter of Hanoi
- Discover Vietnam’s premier Buddhist spiritual destination
- Take a traditional boat ride along the picturesque Yen Stream
- Visit Thien Tru Pagoda and Den Trinh, two sacred spiritual sites
- Ride a cable car to explore the famous Huong Tich Cave
- Learn about history, beliefs, and culture from a professional guide
Tour Itinerary
The Perfume pagoda is a cultural religion in Vietnam, including dozens of Buddhist temples, pagodas. This is the place with a complex of 18 pagodas and temples altogether with a special Cave pagoda where a lot of Vietnamese religious characters are revealed


07:45 - 8:00am: Our driver picks you up from your hotel in Hanoi and departs for the Perfume Pagoda, located about 60 km southwest of the city. Along the way, enjoy the peaceful countryside scenery.
10:00am: Take an electric car from the parking area to the boat dock, approximately 3 km, to reach the Perfume Pagoda. Upon arrival, you will board a traditional sampan and glide along the clear waters of Yen Stream, taking in the stunning natural scenery. Following the guide’s instructions, you will visit Den Trinh (Registration Hall), where visitors offer incense and show respect before entering the sacred complex. Then, explore Thien Tru Pagoda, an ancient temple built during the reign of King Le Thanh Tong (1460 - 1497), known for its peaceful and serene atmosphere, providing a sense of tranquility and holiness.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
In the afternoon, take a cable car ride to visit Huong Tich Cave, often referred to as the "Most Beautiful Cave in the South." The cave is renowned for its natural stalactites and stalagmites, which form fascinating shapes such as silver, gold, boys, girls, and even a rice pile made from stone, along with many other sacred formations. According to Vietnamese beliefs, Huong Tich Cave is a sacred place where many people come to pray for health, good luck, and prosperity.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
In the afternoon, take a cable car ride to visit Huong Tich Cave, often referred to as the "Most Beautiful Cave in the South." The cave is renowned for its natural stalactites and stalagmites, which form fascinating shapes such as silver, gold, boys, girls, and even a rice pile made from stone, along with many other sacred formations. According to Vietnamese beliefs, Huong Tich Cave is a sacred place where many people come to pray for health, good luck, and prosperity.
15:00: Return by boat to the mainland, then take an electric car back to the parking area. Depart for Hanoi.
18:00: Arrive back at your hotel, marking the end of a memorable journey to the Perfume Pagoda.


Know before you go
Please advise if you are vegetarian or allergic to any foods
Dress modestly and appropriately for the Perfume Pagoda area
Prepare rain gear, sunscreen, and a jacket
Be cautious with your personal belongings to avoid theft or pickpocketing, as crowded tourist areas can sometimes have such issues
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
Lunch at the local restaurant
Professional English speaking guide
Tours and transfers as mentioned by air conditioned vehicle
Entrance fees for mentioned visits
Boat trips as mentioned in the itinerary
Exclusions
Other services that not mentioned
Cable car:
+ Adult: one way +180.000VND, round trip +260.000vnd
+ Children under 120cm: one way +140.000vnd, round trip +190.000vnd
Electric car: +40.000vnd/person
Tips, Travel insurance
VAT
Tour Policy
Cancellation policy
Full refunds will be issued for cancellations made at least 24 hours before the selected activity date.
Full refunds will be issued for cancellations made at least 24 hours before the selected activity date.
Children policy
Children under 5 years old: Free of charge, other expenses are paid by parents
Children from 5 to 9 years old: 25% discount on adult rate
Children over 10 years old: charged as adult rate
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