Discover Yen Tu Mountain’s spiritual allure on a private tour from Hanoi. Explore sacred sites, enjoy a scenic cable car, and embrace Zen traditions.
Discover Yen Tu Mountain’s spiritual allure on a private tour from Hanoi. Explore sacred sites, enjoy a scenic cable car, and embrace Zen traditions.
- Hanoi - Start your adventure with a convenient transfer from your hotel in Hanoi. Depart the vibrant city and enjoy a picturesque three-hour drive through the serene countryside of Northern Vietnam.
- Yen Tu Mountain - Upon arrival, your first destination is the Bamboo Grove Temple (Chuk Lam Temple), situated on the mountainside. Spend around…
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Hanoi - Start your adventure with a convenient transfer from your hotel in Hanoi. Depart the vibrant city and enjoy a picturesque three-hour drive through the serene countryside of Northern Vietnam.
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Yen Tu Mountain - Upon arrival, your first destination is the Bamboo Grove Temple (Chuk Lam Temple), situated on the mountainside. Spend around 30 minutes exploring the tranquil courtyard, appreciating its architectural charm, and discovering the unique impact of Zen Buddhism on Vietnamese spiritual culture.
Arrive at the base of Yen Tu Mountain, a revered pilgrimage site with deep cultural and spiritual importance.
Savor a delightful local lunch at the foot of Yen Tu Mountain.
Accompanied by your guide, take the cable car to visit Hoa Yen Pagoda and Mot Mai Pagoda.
Enjoy a scenic cable car ride through lush forests and mountain slopes to the summit, visit the Bronze Pagoda, trek, and relish the panoramic views as you embark on your spiritual journey.
Descend via cable car and return to your vehicle.
- Yen Tu Mountain - Hoa Yen Temple (534 meters above sea level). This temple, once the residence of the monk Tran Nhon Dzong, is a site of both historical importance and natural beauty. Ascending the stone steps under the shade of ancient pine trees offers panoramic views of the valley.
Mot Mai (Single-Roofed Pagoda), a small temple perched on a rocky cliff, is celebrated for its serenity and spiritual retreat. Proceed to the second cable car station to get closer to the summit. After disembarking, a short walk leads to the statue of An Gi-saeng, the mythical figure believed to have achieved enlightenment on this mountain. Surrounded by mist and mountain air, it is both a cultural monument and a scenic spot.
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Chùa Đồng Yên Tử - The final part of the tour follows the stone steps to the legendary Dong Pagoda (Bronze Pagoda), located atop the 1,068-meter peak. Constructed entirely of bronze, this small temple stands against the sky, serving as a sacred place for incense burning, reflection, and offering panoramic views of the entire northern landscape. On a clear day, you can even see as far as Ha Long Bay.
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Hanoi - Return to Hanoi, pausing for a break in Hai Duong Province (approximately 20 minutes).
Arrive in Hanoi, drop off at your hotel, and conclude the tour!

- Private hotel transfer in Hanoi
- Entrance tickets included
- Round trip cable car ticket
- English or Korean-speaking guide
- Tasty local lunch
- High-quality transfer service with experienced driver
- Private hotel transfer in Hanoi
- Entrance tickets included
- Round trip cable car ticket
- English or Korean-speaking guide
- Tasty local lunch
- High-quality transfer service with experienced driver
- Personal expenses & happy tips
- All other services not clearly mentioned above
- Personal expenses & happy tips
- All other services not clearly mentioned above
Set out on a spiritual adventure to Yen Tu Mountain, a cherished pilgrimage destination just a private day trip away from Hanoi. Celebrated as the birthplace of Vietnamese Buddhism, this sacred mountain invites visitors to discover the renowned Chuc Lam Monastery and delve into Zen traditions. Relish a picturesque cable car journey soaring over pristine…
Set out on a spiritual adventure to Yen Tu Mountain, a cherished pilgrimage destination just a private day trip away from Hanoi. Celebrated as the birthplace of Vietnamese Buddhism, this sacred mountain invites visitors to discover the renowned Chuc Lam Monastery and delve into Zen traditions. Relish a picturesque cable car journey soaring over pristine forests and majestic mountains, and visit the historic Hoa Yen and Mot May Pagodas along the route. At the peak, be captivated by Dong Pagoda, a magnificent bronze temple situated 1,068 meters high, providing breathtaking views and a profoundly tranquil ambiance.
- We can accommodate dietary needs such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have a dietary requirement, kindly indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.