
Perfume Pagoda Pilgrimage Full-day Tour
Traveler rating
4.8/5
Based on 5 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Perfume Pagoda Pilgrimage Full-day Tour worth booking?
Perfume Pagoda Pilgrimage Full-day Tour is a 8-hour experience in Hanoi, Vietnam, from $95 per person. It scores 57 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 5 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 57 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (5)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $95 per person
Embark on a spiritual journey to the Perfume Pagoda, a stunning complex of Buddhist temples nestled in the Limestone Mountains. Departing from Ha Noi, enjoy a scenic 2-hour drive and a 1.5-hour boat trip along the Yen Stream. Take a cable car to Huong Tich Cave, explore sacred sites, and visit Giai Oan Spring and Tuyet Son Pagoda before returning to Ha Noi. Experience Highlights: Scenic Journey: Enjoy a picturesque 2-hour drive and a 1.5-hour boat trip on the Yen Stream. Cultural Exploration: Visit the stunning Perfume Pagoda and the sacred Huong Tich Cave. Spiritual Significance: Receive blessings from the unique stalactites and stalagmites. Natural Beauty: Discover the tranquility of Giai Oan Spring and Tuyet Son Pagoda.
What you get
About this experience
Embark on a spiritual journey to the Perfume Pagoda, a stunning complex of Buddhist temples nestled in the Limestone Mountains. Departing from Ha Noi, enjoy a scenic 2-hour drive and a 1.5-hour boat trip along the Yen Stream. Take a cable car to Huong Tich Cave, explore sacred sites, and visit Giai Oan Spring and Tuyet Son Pagoda before returning to Ha Noi. Experience Highlights: Scenic Journey: Enjoy a picturesque 2-hour drive and a 1.5-hour boat trip on the Yen Stream. Cultural Exploration: Visit the stunning Perfume Pagoda and the sacred Huong Tich Cave. Spiritual Significance: Receive blessings from the unique stalactites and stalagmites. Natural Beauty: Discover the tranquility of Giai Oan Spring and Tuyet Son Pagoda.
What's included
Included
- Travel insurance
- Bottled drinking water
- Transfer and transportation as per itinerary
- Boat, cable car, lunch
- English speaking guides (other languages available upon request with surcharge)
Not included
- Personal expenses such as: shopping, telephone, beverage, etc.
- Tips and gratuities
What you'll see and do
Perfume Pagoda
We will depart from Ha Noi at 8:00 AM for a 2-hour drive through the picturesque countryside, followed by a 1.5-hour boat trip along the scenic Yen Stream to the Perfume Pagoda. After a short transfer, we will take a cable car to the spectacular Huong Tich Cave at the top of the mountain. At Huong Tich, you will find statues of deities, and many pilgrims come to receive blessings from the stalactites and stalagmites, which are named and hold special significance. Notably, the “golden tree” and the “silver tree” stalactites are considered particularly lucky. On our return journey, we will visit Giai Oan Spring and Tuyet Son Pagoda. Afterward, lunch will be served at a local restaurant before we head back to Ha Noi, filled with memories of this enchanting experience.
300 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Group Tour (max 10 pax/group)
Group Tour (max 10 pax/group) Pickup included
Private Tour
Private Tour Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Hoi An Express Travel
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Maximum 1 child accompanied 1 adult, the 2nd child will pay the adult price.
- Free for children 0-5 years old ; 50% off for children 6-10 years old
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 5 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Physical effort
3 mentionsExpect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
5 verified traveler reviews for Perfume Pagoda Pilgrimage Full-day Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Tranquil and spiritual
My husband and I were the only ones on this tour and were picked up from our hotel. We arrived at the river 2 hours later. The guide - Zum ushered us to the boat and we were off to the first temple. Very few tourists- so was very peaceful. We were then rowed up the river to the perfume pagoda. We walked and then took the cable car to the cave temple. Again- no other English speaking tourists so was wonderful to not be in a crowd. Zum could ve been more informative and explained more about where we were going exactly. We went back down for an amazing lunch with a huge variety of dishes. Then to another pagoda. So glad we got to explore these places, practically on our own. Then the long trip back to Hanoi - the noise, crowds, smog, crazy traffic. Made our trip seem surreal in hindsight.
via Tripadvisor
A very full but fascinating day tour...
<p>A very full but fascinating day tour from Hanoi. Yes there were some discomforts about the tour but for us the whole day was entirely worthwhile and no hesitation to give 5 star rating. Out tour guide Xiang and driver picked us up on time at our Hanoi hotel. Xiang made the day entirely enjoyable with his constant smiles and laughter. His English was very good and we rarely had issues communicating. Xiang gave us loads of interesting details about all our sights, Vietnam, the economy, politics, culture and daily lives. The drive to and from was long, about 2 hours each way but there is so much to see along the way from the car window. We stopped for morning vietnameses coffee and toilet stop about half way. The sampan boat ride was quite uncomfortable but all the tours use the same type of boats. We bought small towels to sit on the hard metal seats. We found our long legs didn't quite fit the space. We were offered one umbrella between us but I think one umbrella per person is better as the boat ride is one hour in the hot sun. Take some extra water to drink and hand fans as the air was still and very humid. Beware of all the opportunities to get sold souvenirs, the main drawback of going to popular tourist destinations in Vietnam. There are many stone stairs to climb so very good walking shoes are essential. Broad brim hats, light cotton long sleeve clothing, a camera, small backpack, small towel, hand sanitiser, an open mind and cash for drinks and tips are essential too. The cable car was a great relief from the walking and gave us a good birds eye view of the area. The cave in which the shrine is situated is down many old stone stairs as well. We stayed for quite a while as many locals were visiting to offer altar gifts and pay homage, a number of nuns were also doing chanting and mantras. The cave is spectacular and so full of history. We found it mesmerising. Overall this trip was worth it and Xiang was an absolute gem of a guide.</p>
via Viator
Picked up on time from our hotel for...
<p>Picked up on time from our hotel for trip to the river. Guide Ms Dung Nguyen was very pleasant and informative. Boat ride up the river to the Pagoda was very relaxing. Cable car ride was best way to get to the top but there was still a bit of walking around the site. <br/> Worth doing if you have the time.</p>
via Viator
This trip was a wonderful way to...
<p>This trip was a wonderful way to close out our visit to Hanoi. Our guide was helpful, patient and very informative. Be prepared for lots of walking and steps, even with the cable car the path to Perfume Pagoda was challenging but definitely worth it. We visited in the off season so did not have crowds, some renovation underway but all we met were enthusiastic and made us feel welcome.</p>
via Viator
What an amazing day we had on our...
<p>What an amazing day we had on our Perfume Pagoda tour with guide Ms Dung Nguyen. We were met at our hotel and drove in comfort to the drop off point to begin the river cruise. Along the way Dung told us much about Vietnamese life and shared much detail about Buddhism and many other aspects of her own life also. We loved the gentle paddle along the river taking in the beautiful scenery and by mid morning arrived at the base of the mountain ready to explore. We walked up to the temple and Dung explained all the local traditions and customs before enjoying a very large lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch we walked up quite a number of stairs to reach the cable car. The journey to the top is quite quick by cable car but would be a fairly challenging walk in the heat so for the elderly or less fit I highly recommend this option. The Perfume Pagoda itself is very beautiful and unique and well worth a visit. It was a long but extremely enjoyable day and our guide was truly exceptional and made the tour even more rewarding</p>
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $95 to $335
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Hoi An Express Travel, who run 150 experiences we rank across 11 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 51.4.
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Perfume Pagoda Pilgrimage Full-day Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Hanoi.
How much does Perfume Pagoda Pilgrimage Full-day Tour cost?
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Prices start at $95 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 Pilgrimage Full-day Tour take?
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Plan for about 8 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 Pilgrimage Full-day Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 57 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 5 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Hanoi, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Perfume Pagoda Pilgrimage Full-day Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Perfume Pagoda Pilgrimage Full-day Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Perfume Pagoda Pilgrimage Full-day Tour?
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Around 2 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 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Perfume Pagoda Pilgrimage Full-day Tour 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 Pilgrimage Full-day Tour?
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Included: Travel insurance; Bottled drinking water; Transfer and transportation as per itinerary; Boat, cable car, lunch; and English speaking guides (other languages available upon request with surcharge). Not included: Personal expenses such as: shopping, telephone, beverage, etc; and Tips and gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Perfume Pagoda Pilgrimage Full-day Tour include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 430 listed pickup locations in and around Hanoi. Be ready about 5 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Perfume Pagoda Pilgrimage Full-day Tour 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 Pilgrimage Full-day Tour?
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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 Pilgrimage Full-day Tour if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Hanoi. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Perfume Pagoda Pilgrimage Full-day Tour?
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Across 5 reviews averaging 4.8 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. One thing to know: Expect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
What booking options are available for Perfume Pagoda Pilgrimage Full-day Tour?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including Group Tour (max 10 pax/group), Private Tour. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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