Full Day Yen Tu Mountain Discovery

Depart Ha Noi in the early morning and travel north into the quiet mountains of Yen Tu, one of Vietnam’s most important spiritual landscapes and a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. The route shifts from busy streets to countryside roads, setting the tone for a slower, reflective day.

Cable cars lift visitors above forested slopes to key landmarks including Hoa Yên Pagoda and Huệ Quang Golden Tower, before continuing higher to panoramic viewpoints, the Buddhist Statue, and Sky Gate. Time is allowed to explore on foot, take in the surroundings, and experience Yen Tu’s calm rhythm before lunch and the return journey to Ha Noi as evening approaches.

Highlights

• Yen Tu Mountain: A UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site and spiritual centre of Truc Lam Zen Buddhism.

• Countryside Journey from Ha Noi: A scenic drive through rural landscapes, rice fields, and small villages.

• Cable Car Ascent to Huệ Quang Golden Tower: A smooth introduction to the spiritual core of Yen Tu, set above forested slopes.

• Hoa Yên Pagoda: A tranquil pagoda surrounded by blossoms and mountain paths.

• Upper Mountain Viewpoints: Access higher elevations via cable car, with views of the Sky Gate, Buddhist Statue, and surrounding peaks.

• Unhurried Exploration: Time to walk, reflect, and experience the site at a comfortable, balanced pace.

• Local Lunch and Return to Ha Noi: A regional meal before returning to the city in the early evening.