Discover the sacred Perfume Pagoda, Vietnam’s largest pagoda complex, and immerse yourself in its spiritual and cultural significance. Enjoy a scenic rowing boat ride along the peaceful Yen Stream, then visit Thien Tru Pagoda and the legendary Huong Tich Cave, revered as a holy Buddhist site. Escape the bustling city for a full day of nature, spirituality, and cultural exploration.

🗓️ Itinerary: 
📍 Pick-up

• 7:45 - Pick-up in Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
• Pick-up and drop-off services outside the designated area are not available.
• Guests staying outside the Old Quarter can meet at Hanoi Opera House, 1 Trang Tien, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi.
• Please arrive 15 minutes before departure time.

🚌 Depart for the first attraction

• Transport by bus
• Estimated travel time: 2 hours

🚣 Suối Yến (Yen Stream)

• Enter the attraction area.
• Option to take an electric cart to Ben Duc Pier (optional, own expense).
• Enjoy a scenic boat ride along the Yen Stream passing limestone cliffs, rice paddies, and peaceful rural landscapes.
• Duration: 45 minutes

🛕 Thiên Trù Pagoda

• Enter the attraction.
• Visit Thiên Trù Pagoda, also known as Heaven’s Kitchen, a mountainside temple known for its tranquil setting and historical significance.
• Duration: 1 hour

🍽️ Lunch (Included)

• Traditional Vietnamese lunch served at a local restaurant near the pagoda complex.
• Vegetarian options usually available (confirm with guide in advance)
  
• Duration: 45 minutes

⛰️ Hương Tích Cave (Huong Tich Cave)

• Enter the attraction.
• Choose to hike or take the optional cable car (own expense) up to Hương Tích Cave.
• Explore the sacred grotto filled with ancient shrines, carvings, and spiritual legends.
• Duration: 1 hour

🏙️ Return to Hanoi & Drop-off

• Transport by bus
• Estimated travel time: 2 hours
• 18:30 Drop-off in Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
• Pick-up and drop-off services outside the designated area are not available

ℹ️ Optional Services (Own Expenses):

• Electric cart from entrance to Ben Duc pier: 40,000 VND/pax
• Cable car to Huong Tich Cave

🚫 Prohibitions/Restrictions:

• Not recommended for guests with severe mobility issues due to hiking/cave paths
• Cable car & electric cart fees not included
• Strongly avoid bringing: Alcohol, drugs, weapons or sharp objects

👥 Eligibility:

• Adults: 8+ years
• Children: 3–7 years old
• Infants may not be recommended due to terrain (not officially stated, so kept neutral)

🎒 What to Bring:

• Comfortable walking shoes
• Lightweight jacket or sun protection
• Cash for cable car/electric cart and personal expenses
• ID used during booking

🔔 Reminder:

• Staff will reconfirm your booking the day before.
• Be present at the pick-up/meeting point at least 15 mins early.