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Overview :
Yen Tu is a revered spiritual and natural destination in northeastern Vietnam. Home to an ancient Buddhist complex nestled within lush mountains, it offers a serene pilgrimage experience. A cable car ride takes visitors to Dong Pagoda, the highest point, offering panoramic vistas. Yen Tu holds historical significance as the birthplace of Truc Lam Zen Buddhism, attracting pilgrims and nature enthusiasts alike. The picturesque landscapes, historic relics, and tranquil ambiance make Yen Tu a harmonious blend of cultural heritage and natural beauty, captivating all who seek a spiritual journey or a peaceful retreat.
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Trip Duration: 1 Day Trip
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HIGHLIGHTS
“Centuries of virtuous cultivation, Yen Tu remains unachieved, a pilgrimage incomplete.” While not attaining full enlightenment, a pilgrimage to Yen Tu offers travelers a taste of hardships on the path to seeking tranquility and inner peace. Perched at 1,068 meters above sea level, Dong Pagoda, the final destination within the Truc Lam Yen Tu heritage complex, promises a journey of challenges and self-discovery for those seeking spiritual solace.
Tour Detail
Day 1 : Yen Tu 1 Day Trip
06:30 - 07:00 AM: The tour bus picks you up at Hanoi Opera House and departs for Yen Tu along QL18 highway.
09:00 AM: Arrival at Yen Tu, the guide awaits and leads the group to explore the Yen Tu primeval forest. Highlights include:
- Ancestral Tower (housing relics of King Tran Nhan Tong)
- Hoa Yen Pagoda, Moc Pagoda
- Visit the Yen Tu cable car station for the second cable car system.
- Paying respects to the Monument of Buddhist Monk An Ky Sinh, the Buddha's stele, etc.
- Ascending Dong Pagoda summit (at an elevation of 1,068 meters above sea level)
- Partake in Buddhist rituals and enjoy panoramic views of Yen Tu from the mountaintop.
12:30 PM: Lunch at a restaurant near Yen Tu cable car station, savoring Yen Tu's distinctive flavors.
14:30 PM: Return to Hanoi by bus.
17:00 PM: Arrival in Hanoi, concluding the program. See you again soon!
Tour Included :
- Round-trip transportation by car: Hanoi - Yen Tu // Yen Tu - Hanoi.
- Specialized local guide for Yen Tu to accompany and assist the group according to the itinerary.
- 1 lunch provided.
- Sightseeing admission tickets at Yen Tu.
Tour Excluded :
- Value Added Tax (VAT) invoice at 10%.
- Cable car tickets.
- Beverages during meals (soft drinks, beer, wine, etc.).
