A short drive from Hanoi, enjoy a day at the Perfume Pagoda - One of the most important religious sites in Buddhist Vietnam. The pagoda itself is built into limestone cliffs and can only be reached by boat and foot. Float by boat along scenic waterways and walk up mountain paths visiting the pagodas and temples that were built in this area over the centuries.
Every spring thousands of pilgrims come to the Perfume Pagoda to pray for all the health and prosperity they need to get them through the coming year. The pagoda itself is built into limestone cliffs and can only be reached by boat or on foot, as there are no roads into this area of Vietnam.
Description
8h00 Departure at your hotel in Hanoi. 2 hour drive through the picturesque countryside and back roads to the village of Duc for some refreshments before boarding our boats for a 1.5 hour ride along the scenic Yen River. After this we walk to the Thien Tru Pagoda (Heavens Kitchen) and the Perfume Cave and Pagoda – one hour walking in total. On our return, we visit Giai Oan and Tuyet Son Pagodas. Lunch will be at one of the little food stalls near Thien Tru Pagoda. After lunch the boat will take you back to our bus for the drive back to Hanoi. 18h00 tour finish at your hotel.
Cost for per person in USD: $ 20.00
Cost includes: A/C bus, entrance fees, boat trip, lunch and English speaking guide.
Cost excludes: Insurance, drinks, personal expenses and tips.