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Huong Pagoda & Huong Tich Cave 1 Day Tour
Hanoi,Vietnam
Duration
1 Days 0 Nights TripTour Code
TP5480Description
Embark on a spiritual journey to Chùa Hương, a breathtaking cultural and religious complex nestled in the majestic Hương Sơn mountains. Glide along the serene Yến Stream, surrounded by lush greenery and towering limestone peaks, before reaching Thiên Trù Pagoda, the sacred “Kitchen of Heaven.” Experience an exhilarating cable car ride with panoramic views before arriving at Hương Tích Cave, the legendary “Most Beautiful Cave in the South,” where you can immerse yourself in the mystical atmosphere and offer prayers to Avalokiteshvara Bodhisattva. This journey promises a perfect blend of scenic beauty, spiritual enrichment, and cultural discovery, leaving you with unforgettable memories and a sense of inner peace.
Highlights
- Glide through the enchanting Yến Stream, surrounded by majestic limestone mountains.
- Step into the sacred Thiên Trù Pagoda, a haven of ancient beauty and spiritual serenity.
- Soar above breathtaking landscapes on a panoramic cable car ride to Hương Tích Cave.
- Discover the legendary “Most Beautiful Cave in the South”, where mysticism and history intertwine.
Included
- - Air-conditioned transport for a seamless journey. - One set-menu lunch at a local restaurant. - Entrance fees and boat tickets for the Perfume Pagoda complex. - English speaking tour guide - Complimentary bottled water - Travel insurance
Not Included
- - **Electric shuttle at Perfume Pagoda**: Additional charge of 20,000 VND per guest. - **Round-trip cable car ticket**: Adults (>130cm) – 260,000 VND, Children (90cm - 130cm) – 180,000 VND. - **One-way cable car ticket**: Adults (>130cm) – 180,000 VND, Children (90cm - 130cm) – 120,000 VND. - **Personal expenses and beverages** not included in the tour package. - **Boat rower tip**: Minimum of 25,000 VND per guest (due to the nature of the Perfume Pagoda tour). - **Additional services and costs** not mentioned in the itinerary. - **Tips for driver and tour guide** (gratuity at guests’ discretion). - **Mandatory tip for foreign guests**: 3 USD per guest per day.
Itinerary
Day 1
- **Detailed Itinerary:** **08:00 - 08:30:** Our car and tour guide will pick you up at your designated meeting point in the Old Quarter or in front of the Hanoi Opera House.
- Depart for Chùa Hương (Perfume Pagoda).
- **10:00:** Arrive at Yến Vĩ boat pier.
- Transfer to a traditional rowing boat and embark on a scenic 3km journey along the serene Yến Stream, passing through a picturesque landscape of limestone mountains shaped like elephants, rice mounds, and roosters.
- Arrive at Thiên Trù Pagoda, also known as the "Kitchen of Heaven," where you can admire the sacred architecture, offer incense, and explore the tranquil surroundings.
- **12:00:** Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant.
- **13:00:** The tour guide will assist you in purchasing cable car tickets and guide you to the cable car station for a breathtaking 15-minute ride up to Hương Tích Cave.
- Upon arrival, visit the legendary cave, famously inscribed by Lord Trịnh Sâm with the words *"Nam Thiên Đệ Nhất Động"* (The Most Beautiful Cave in the South).
- This sacred site is dedicated to **Avalokiteshvara Bodhisattva**, offering visitors a deeply spiritual and awe-inspiring experience.
- **Note:** If you prefer a more challenging adventure, you may opt for a
- 5-hour trek to Hương Tích Cave instead of taking the cable car.
- However, please note that the tour guide will not accompany you on the hike.
- **15:30:** Return to the boat pier and take a scenic boat ride back to Yến Vĩ pier.
- Board the car and head back to Hanoi.
- **18:30:** Arrive in Hanoi.
- End of the tour.
- See you again on your next journey!
Faq's
Children 1-4 years join for free (no seat, parents cover costs)
Children aged 5-9 years pay 75%
From aged10 years and above, full price applies.
All guests must carry valid identification. Adults need an ID card (CCCD) or passport. Children under 14 years old must have a birth certificate, and children 14 years or older must have an ID card or passport.
Guests should bring essential medications, such as for diarrhea and fever.
If you follow a vegetarian diet, you should bring additional food to match your preferences.
Any unused services due to personal reasons cannot be refunded.
Guests are responsible for their own belongings at all times.
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