Tours & tickets

Perfume Pagoda

Itinerary 7:45 We pick you up at your hotel in the Old Quarter of Hanoi and begin the drive to the Perfume Pagoda. 9:30 Strop for a short break for 15-minutes to relax. 10:15 We arrive at Perfume Pagoda and walk or travel by electric vehicle to the Yen wharf to get on local boat. The boat will go travel along the Yen stream and you can enjoy the beautiful landscapes. 11:00 Go on a short trek to the main cave on the mountain summit ( 2.5km), or select the option that includes a cable car to and from the cave. Visit Huong Tich cave. The tour guide will help you understand more about this landscape. 12:00 Have lunch at a restaurant. 2:00 Visit the Thien Tru Pagoda to rest and if you wish, participate in a Buddhist prayer. The Thien Tru Pagoda was built in the 18th century during the King Le Thanh Tong dynasty. Thien Tru means "a heaven kitchen," a name given by locals in this region who thought the rock formations in this area look like chefs busily working in the kitchen. 3:30 Head back to the Yen wharf and return by bus to Hanoi. 6:55 Arrive back in Hanoi and get dropped off at your hotel in the Old Quarter of Hanoi.

Option 1: Bai Dinh – Trang An (2 Destinations) 7:00 AM: Depart from Hanoi. 9:30 AM: Visit Bai Dinh Pagoda, Southeast Asia’s largest Buddhist complex. 11:30 AM: Lunch at a local restaurant. 1:00 PM: Trang An boat tour through caves and ancient temples. 4:00 PM: Return to Hanoi. 6:00–6:30 PM: Arrive in Hanoi. Option 2: Hoa Lu – Trang An or Tam Coc (2 Destinations) 7:00 AM: Depart from Hanoi. 9:00 AM: Explore Hoa Lu Ancient Capital and its historic temples. 11:30 AM: Lunch at a local restaurant. 1:00 PM: + Choose Trang An: Boat ride through caves and limestone scenery. + Choose Tam Coc: Sampan boat ride through rice fields and caves. 4:00 PM: Return to Hanoi. 6:00–6:30 PM: Arrive in Hanoi. Option 3: Bai Dinh – Trang An – Mua Cave (3 Destinations) 7:00 AM: Depart from Hanoi. 9:30 AM: Visit Bai Dinh Pagoda and the largest bronze Buddha statue. 11:30 AM: Lunch at a local restaurant. 1:00 PM: Trang An boat tour through caves and temples. 3:30 PM: Hike Mua Cave for panoramic views of Tam Coc. 5:00 PM: Return to Hanoi. 7:00–7:30: Arrive in Hanoi. Option 4: Hoa Lu – Trang An or Tam Coc – Mua Cave (3 Destinations) 7:00 AM: Depart from Hanoi. 9:00 AM: Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital and temples. 10:30 AM: Hike Mua Cave for stunning views. 12:30 PM: Lunch at a local restaurant. 2:00 PM: + Choose Trang An: Boat ride through caves and limestone scenery. + Choose Tam Coc: Sampan boat ride through rice fields and caves. 4:30 PM: Return to Hanoi. 7:00–7:30: Arrive in Hanoi. Note: Itinerary may change due to traffic, weather, or site conditions, but all main activities will be included

Hanoi to Sapa Limousine Bus: The limousine bus service typically departs from Hanoi's Old Quarter in the early morning or late morning, traveling to the town of Sapa. The journey includes rest stops for refreshments and bathroom breaks, and the buses are equipped with comfortable seating for relaxation during the 5–6 hour trip. Upon arrival, you'll be dropped off at a central location in Sapa for easy access to your accommodation. Return Trip: The return trips follow the same setup, with a return in the late afternoon or evening, bringing you back to Hanoi after a day of sightseeing. Note: As the seating is assigned randomly based on the pick-up route, please follow the seating arrangement provided by the driver.

ITINERARY : In the morning, Please come to the MEETING POINTS for pick up: (We will confirm your pick up point by email). 1- 162 Tran Quang Khai street: pick up time 7:45AM 2- Hanoi Opera House: pick up time 8:00A then start to visit Perfume Pagoda. 9h15 – 9h30 : Have a short break for 15-20 minutes to relax 10h15 : We arrive at Perfume Pagoda and walk to Yen wharf to get on local boat. The boat will go through Yen stream and you can enjoy beautiful landscape. 11h30 : Short trek to the main cave on the mountain summit ( 2.5km), we visit Huong Tich cave. The tour guide will help you understand about this landscape. 13h00 : Have lunch at the restaurant. 14h00 : Visit Thien Tru Pagoda for resting and if you wish, Buddhist prayer. Thien Tru Pagoda was built in the 18th century under King Le Thanh Tong dynasty. Thien Tru means a heaven kitchen, derived from the imagination of the locals in this region, of which the rock formations in this area look like chefs busily working in the kitchen. 15h30 : Back to Yen wharf and return by bus to Hanoi. 18h00 : Arrive back to Hanoi and get dropped at the meeting point. The Trip end ! NOTE: From 1st March 2025, all Toursit bus can not come to the Hanoi Old Quarter area from 6h30-8h30AM. In the morning, Please come to the MEETING POINTS for pick up: (We will confirm your pick up point by email). 1- 162 Tran Quang Khai street: pick up time 7:45AM 2- Hanoi Opera House: pick up time 8:00AM Please inform your hotel address to fix the exact meeting point and your phone number (or whatsapp number) to contact for pickup.

7:30 - 8:00 AM: Our friendly team will pick you up at your hotel, ready to embark onan unforgettable adventure. 8:45 - 9: 00 AM: Arrive at Quang Phu Cau village, and let the magic unfold! Experience a fascinating walking tour, guided by local experts. Immerse Yourself: Witness the mesmerizing art of incense making as skilled artisans demonstrate each step, from bamboo chopping to dyeing the sticks and crafting the aromatic incense paste. Engage with Locals: Get to know the heartwarming stories and history behind the age-old tradition as you chat with friendly villagers. Photo Opportunities: Capture picture-perfect moments of incense bundles and the artisans' creative process, a photographer's paradise! 10:00 - 10.30 AM: Bid farewell to the village, but carry cherished memories with you. 11:30 PM: Return to Hanoi, and come to the Train Street - the most famous street of Ha Noi recently. Enjoy the egg coffee while watching the train pass by and taking the most advanturous pictures. 12:00: Come back to the old quarter of Ha Noi where we'll drop you off at your hotel, concluding this enchanting excursion.

Hanoi to Sapa Limousine Bus: The limousine bus service typically departs from Hanoi's Old Quarter in the early morning or late morning, traveling to the town of Sapa. The journey includes rest stops for refreshments and bathroom breaks, and the buses are equipped with comfortable seating for relaxation during the 5–6 hour trip. Upon arrival, you'll be dropped off at a central location in Sapa for easy access to your accommodation. Return Trip: The return trips follow the same setup, with a return in the late afternoon or evening, bringing you back to Hanoi after a day of sightseeing. Note: As the seating is assigned randomly based on the pick-up route, please follow the seating arrangement provided by the driver.

Embark on a full-day journey to discover the spiritual and natural wonders of the Perfume Pagoda. Enjoy a scenic boat ride, explore the Huong Tich Cave, and savor a traditional Vietnamese lunch. Begin with pick-up from your hotel in Hanoi. Travel by car to Perfume Pagoda, a 2-hour journey from Hanoi. Board a traditional boat at Ben Duc Pier for a scenic ride along Yen Stream. Explore Huong Tich Cave and other temples within the Perfume Pagoda complex. After lunch at a local restaurant near the Perfume Pagoda, take time to explore more of the Perfume Pagoda area. (Note: the cable car fee is self-paid ) Travel back to Hanoi, enjoying the countryside views. Return to your hotel, concluding the tour.

Embark on a full-day tour to visit Perfume Pagoda – a vast complex of Buddhist temples and shrines built into the limestone Huong Tich mountains. Glide along scenic waterways and walk up steep mountain paths as you encounter the area's centuries-old pagodas and temples. Around 8:30 AM, the guide and driver will pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. After pickup, enjoy a scenic 2-hour drive to Perfume Pagoda. Upon arrival, hop aboard your 1-hour row boat trip on the Yen stream to Thien Tru harbor. Once you have arrived in Thien Tru, you will enjoy time for some trekking, visit the main cave where you’ll arrive at Huong Tich Cave on the top of the mountain. Then enjoy a 1-hour trekking back down or take optional cable car instead of trekking (optional). Next, enjoy lunch at the local restaurant at the bottom of the mountain. After lunchtime, you will see the Heaven Kitchen pagoda and learn about Buddhism ancient architectural at Le Dynasty. Re-board your boat and sit back and relax as you head back to the pier, enjoy 2-hour road trip back to Hanoi. Your tour ends with a drop-off at your hotel around 6:00 PM.

Start your day with a scenic drive from Hanoi to the Perfume Pagoda, a vast complex of Buddhist temples and shrines built into the limestone Huong Tich mountains. Enjoy a peaceful rowboat trip on the Yen River, surrounded by stunning karst scenery and rice fields. Upon arrival, take a cable car (or hike if you prefer) up to the main temple complex. Explore Thien Tru Pagoda and continue to the sacred Huong Tich Cave, considered one of the most important pilgrimage sites for Vietnamese Buddhists. After a relaxing lunch at a local restaurant, continue your journey to Quang Phu Cau Incense Village, located just outside Hanoi. Discover the vibrant world of incense making, where thousands of brightly colored incense sticks are dried in the sun—creating a stunning backdrop for photos. Meet local artisans and learn about this centuries-old craft. Return to Hanoi in the late afternoon with unforgettable memories from two of Northern Vietnam’s hidden gems.

***Option: Half-Day Tour (No Lunch Included) 13:30 – Pick-up from hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter 14:00 – Visit the Temple of Literature: Vietnam’s first university, 11th century, learn about Confucian education 15:00 – Visit Hoa Lo Prison: Former French prison, stories of revolutionaries and American POWs 16:30 – Return to hotel; end of tour ***Option: Full-Day Hanoi City Tour (Lunch Included) 08:00 – Hotel Pickup Pickup from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. 09:30 – Tran Quoc Pagoda Visit the oldest pagoda in Hanoi. 10:30 – Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum & Presidential Palace Visit the Mausoleum and walk around the Presidential Palace. 11:30 – One Pillar Pagoda Explore the iconic One Pillar Pagoda. 13:00 – Lunch (Optional) 13:30 – Temple of Literature Visit Vietnam's first university. 15:00 – Hoa Lo Prison Museum Learn about the “Hanoi Hilton” and its history. Admire the French Gothic cathedral. 16:30 – Return to Hotel End of tour and return to hotel. Note: The order of the visited sites may be adjusted due to traffic conditions, weather, or the availability of space at the attractions, but all destinations will be included.