Ha Long: Yen Tu Mountain & Ba Vang Pagoda Spiritual Day Trip

Highlights

• Immerse yourself in the spiritual atmosphere of the Truc Lam Zen sect
• Explore the Ba Vang Pagoda, home to the largest Main Hall in Vietnam
• Visit the Giai Oan Stream, One Roof Pagoda, and Hoa Yen Pagoda
• Ascend to Dong Pagoda for breathtaking panoramic views of the area
• Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant at the foot of Yen Tu Mountain

Description

Begin your journey with a pickup from your hotel in Ha Long. Head to Ba Vang Pagoda, located on Thanh Dang Mountain. This spiritual complex holds the record for the largest Main Hall in Vietnam. Explore the magnificent architecture, including the Great Main Hall (4,500m²), the Bell Tower, Drum Tower, Arhat Corridor, Museum, Library, and the Meditation Hall. Admire the intricate stone gates and the grandiose Three-Gate entrance. Next, depart for Yen Tu Mountain, a World Cultural Heritage site. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant at the foot of Yen Tu Mountain, featuring famous local specialties such as fresh bamboo shoots and Yen vegetables. Begin the journey to explore the Yen Tu Heritage Complex, the ancestral land of Vietnamese Buddhism and the place where King-Monk Tran Nhan Tong attained enlightenment. Immerse yourself in the spiritual atmosphere of the Truc Lam Zen sect. Visit the Giai Oan Stream (Vindication Stream), One Roof Pagoda, and Hoa Yen Pagoda. Ascend to Dong Pagoda (Bronze Pagoda), perched at an altitude of 1,068m above sea level, offering breathtaking panoramic views. Visit the Buddha Emperor Square, home to the majestic solid bronze statue of King-Monk Tran Nhan Tong, weighing 138 tons. Finally, return to Ha Long and get dropped off at your hotel.

Includes

Round-trip transportation (Air-conditioned vehicle) Complimentary bottled water on the bus Entrance tickets to all sightseeing points mentioned in the itinerary Lunch at a local restaurant (Set menu for 6 pax/table) English-speaking tour guide

Excludes

Tips for the tour guide and driver Personal expenses not mentioned in the itinerary

Important Information

• Weather conditions in Ha Long Bay may affect operations or itinerary. In case the tour is canceled due to force majeure or unsafe weather conditions, customers are entitled to a full refund. Minor itinerary adjustments may occur to ensure safety and service quality. Please inform us in advance of any dietary restrictions or special requirements. Dress code is strictly enforced at religious sites; please wear clothing that covers your shoulders and knees. Cable car tickets at Yen Tu Mountain are not included in the tour price and must be purchased on-site.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund