Hanoi Culture Discovery

After 45-minute drive southwest of Hanoi, arrive at Tay Phuong Pagoda built in the 17th century. The pagoda is notable for the valuable collection of 18 jack-wood Arhat statues coated with lacquer. There are 239 laterite steps up to the pagoda, and from this height there is a wonderful view of the surrounding fields, laterite mountains and villages. 8km away is Thay Pagoda, built in the 11th century. Located in a tranquil and beautiful village, it is a combination of a Buddhist pagoda and a Taoist Temple. Drive back to Hanoi.

Hanoi - Thay and Tay Phuong Pagodas (Full day)

Visit the cultural and historic pagodas and enjoy the peaceful landscape

Hanoi - Thay and Tay Phuong Pagodas

8:30am Pick up at your hotel in Hanoi, spend a full day to discover Hanoi’s surrounding area and visit Thay & Tay Phuong Pagodas to learn about Viet traditional architecture style, Vietnam Buddhism religion & daily life of local people outside city of Hanoi.

12:00pm lunch at a local restaurant.

1:00pm discover full afternoon in the silk village of Van Phuc. Taking photos & shopping there until 4:00pm. Leave Van Phuc Silk Village to hotel.

4:30pm Finish the unforgettable trip at your hotel in Hanoi. End of services