
Perfume Pagoda Day Trip from Hanoi
Traveler rating
4.3/5
Based on 9 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Perfume Pagoda Day Trip from Hanoi worth booking?
Perfume Pagoda Day Trip from Hanoi is a 6-hour experience in Hanoi, Vietnam, from $65 per person. It scores 47 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.3/5 rating across 9 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 47 / 100
- Rating
- 4.3/5 (9)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $65 per person
Hanoi – Perfume Pagoda Full-Day Trip Embark on a spiritual journey to the Perfume Pagoda (Chùa Hương), one of Vietnam’s most sacred pilgrimage sites. Located about 60 km southwest of Hanoi, this complex of Buddhist temples and shrines is nestled among dramatic limestone mountains and serene rivers. The Perfume Pagoda is not only a place of worship but also a stunning natural wonder, combining cultural, historical, and scenic highlights in one day. ✅ Tour Highlights: 1. Peaceful boat trip along the Yen Stream 2. Explore ancient pagodas and temples in a sacred Buddhist complex 3. Visit Huong Tich Cave – the spiritual heart of the Perfume Pagoda 4. Cable car ride offering panoramic mountain views 5. Perfect day trip from Hanoi for cultural and natural exploration
What you get
About this experience
Hanoi – Perfume Pagoda Full-Day Trip Embark on a spiritual journey to the Perfume Pagoda (Chùa Hương), one of Vietnam’s most sacred pilgrimage sites. Located about 60 km southwest of Hanoi, this complex of Buddhist temples and shrines is nestled among dramatic limestone mountains and serene rivers. The Perfume Pagoda is not only a place of worship but also a stunning natural wonder, combining cultural, historical, and scenic highlights in one day. ✅ Tour Highlights: 1. Peaceful boat trip along the Yen Stream 2. Explore ancient pagodas and temples in a sacred Buddhist complex 3. Visit Huong Tich Cave – the spiritual heart of the Perfume Pagoda 4. Cable car ride offering panoramic mountain views 5. Perfect day trip from Hanoi for cultural and natural exploration
What's included
Included
- Professional guide
- Lunch
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Not included
- Drinks
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
- Cable Cab
What you'll see and do
Perfume Pagoda
8:00 AM: Pickup from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. Depart for Perfume Pagoda (approx. 2 hours’ drive through the picturesque countryside). 10:00 AM: ♂️ Arrive at Duc Wharf and board a traditional sampan boat. Enjoy a peaceful 1-hour rowing trip along the scenic Yen Stream, surrounded by karst mountains and rice paddies. 11:00 AM: Visit Trinh Temple before continuing your journey to Thien Tru Pagoda (Heaven Kitchen Pagoda), a beautiful 15th-century pagoda located at the base of Huong Tich Mountain. 12:30 PM: Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant with authentic Vietnamese dishes.
240 minutes here · Admission included
1:30 PM: ️ Take a cable car ride (or hike for the adventurous) up to Huong Tich Cave (Pagoda in the Cave) – the main pilgrimage site. Admire the sacred statues and stalactites inside this holy cave, considered the "center" of Perfume Pagoda. 3:30 PM: ♀️ Return by cable car and sampan boat along the Yen Stream, enjoying the peaceful landscape one more time. 5:30 – 6:00 PM: Arrive back in Hanoi. Drop off at your hotel. End of tour.
180 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- LVP TRAVEL
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 9 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
5 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
9 verified traveler reviews for Perfume Pagoda Day Trip from Hanoi. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great excursion
Ming was a great guide! It is a long excursion. Bus ride, boat ride (hour each way) but the Perfume Pagoda is a wonder!
Response from the operator: Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled you had a great experience and hope to welcome you again soon. Safe travels! 🌍✨
via Viator
Pretty good but longer than expected
Our guide Minh was quite knowledgeable and very friendly. The boat ride one hour each way is very slow and not very comfortable. If you're elderly or stiff in joints it's not the go. Our only comment would be that Minh would often repeat the same thing over and over which made each stop alot longer than necessary. The cable does give a great view of the surroundings. A few decided to do the walk instead of cabel car and afterwards didn't advise it. The lunch was substantial and varied. Also best note that this tour took 12 hrs from pick up to drop off, not the stated time. Also there is water and drinks available during the tour at little shops.
via Viator
A Must for Your Next Trip to Hanoi
My coworker and I booked this tour on a whim to take advantage of our free time on a work trip. And I'm so glad we did! Our guide, Minh, and all the other folks who helped get us where we were going, were fantastic. Minh made every moment enjoyable, even in smothering heat on the way up and through a rainy boat ride back. He even made karaoke possible on our boat rides, which was totally unexpected, but thoroughly entertaining. The food included was delicious and learning about the culture of the Pagodas was wonderful. I would absolutely recommend this to anyone visiting Hanoi for the first time.
via Viator
Once in a lifetime, is enough.
A memorable but exhausting day. A serene boat ride would have been more so without the tour guide’s insistence on karaoke, but he got the message no-one was interested. The steep walks up to the fabulous pagoda, temple and cavern grotto were gruelling but really worth it - we’re in our mid-70s btw. The cable car (strongly recommended) was a welcome break to the slogging up and down the pilgrim's’ way of broken, uneven steps & cobbles. Lunch was excellent - a huge amount of local food, with no surprises for unadventurous western palates. The guide (Minh) was very good, always on hand; helpful and informative. Be advised that you need to be pretty mobile with a degree of fitness to deal with all of the steps & paths - esp in high humidity. Wear good comfortable shoes and take a hat. Highly recommended trip.
via Viator
Impressive
The boat down the river was great. Our guide Mr. Minh was fantastic. Cave and Pagodas memorable. Excellent history from guide. Went on a Monday. No crowds.
Response from the operator: Thanks for your 5* review ! we hope that's really your impressive experience in Vietnam ! Best wishes !
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 3
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by LVP TRAVEL, who run 14 experiences we rank across 3 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 47.8.
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Perfume Pagoda Day Trip from Hanoi: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Hanoi.
How much does Perfume Pagoda Day Trip from Hanoi cost?
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Prices start at $65 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Hanoi usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Perfume Pagoda Day Trip from Hanoi take?
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Plan for about 6 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Hanoi is not rushed.
Is Perfume Pagoda Day Trip from Hanoi worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 47 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.3/5 across 9 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Hanoi, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Perfume Pagoda Day Trip from Hanoi?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Perfume Pagoda Day Trip from Hanoi suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Perfume Pagoda Day Trip from Hanoi?
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Around 3 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Hanoi can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Hanoi and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Perfume Pagoda Day Trip from Hanoi start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Hanoi within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Hanoi?
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On Outty we rank every Hanoi experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Ha Giang Loop 3-Day Small Group - from Hanoi, (Group/Individual) HANOI STREET FOOD TOUR, Incense Village Quang Phu Cau, Hat Village and Hanoi City Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Hanoi?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Hanoi?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Perfume Pagoda Day Trip from Hanoi?
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Included: Professional guide; Lunch; In-vehicle air conditioning; and Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only). Not included: Drinks; Personal expenses; Gratuities; and Cable Cab. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Perfume Pagoda Day Trip from Hanoi include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 496 listed pickup locations in and around Hanoi. Be ready about 30 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Perfume Pagoda Day Trip from Hanoi offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Perfume Pagoda Day Trip from Hanoi?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
What happens to Perfume Pagoda Day Trip from Hanoi if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Perfume Pagoda Day Trip from Hanoi?
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Across 9 reviews averaging 4.3 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, food and drink. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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