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Escape the hustle of Hanoi and immerse yourself in the timeless artistry of Vietnam’s traditional craft villages. This full-day cultural journey takes you to Chuong, Ha Thai, and Quang Phu Cau, three renowned villages where age-old techniques of conical hat making, lacquerware, and incense crafting are still practiced today.
Meet skilled local artisans, witness their meticulous craftsmanship, and enjoy hands-on experiences such as painting your own lacquerware and crafting a conical hat to take home as a unique keepsake. Midday, enjoy a delicious, home-cooked Vietnamese meal in a welcoming local home, with both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options available.
As the day comes to a close, you’ll carry not just a handmade souvenir, but also a deeper appreciation for Vietnam’s rich cultural heritage and the enduring spirit of its artisans.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We will pick up all the guests at the hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter or Hanoi Opera House if you stay outside. Kindly provide the hotel name and address in Hanoi Old Quarter for pick-up arrangements, check your email or WhatsApp once you book the tour to confirm your pick up time.
Itinerary
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1Old Quarter
7:30 - 8:15 AM: Pick-up from your hotel or private address in Hanoi Old Quarter and departure to Ha Thai Village
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
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Begin your adventure in Ha Thai village, renowned for its lacquerware production since the 17th century. Meet a celebrated local artisan who will introduce you to this traditional art form. Under their expert guidance, you'll have the opportunity to create your own lacquer painting as a unique souvenir.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3
Next, journey to the 300-year-old Chuong village, famous for its conical hat making. Wander through the village and, depending on availability, either visit a war veteran to hear personal stories from the Vietnam War or meet other local artisans to learn about their daily lives. Enjoy a delicious home-cooked lunch prepared by a local female artisan, immersing yourself in authentic Vietnamese hospitality. After lunch, try your hand at painting your own hat or join in the hat-making process with guidance from skilled craftspeople.
2 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4
Complete your artisanal tour at the vibrant Quang Phu Cau incense village. Walk through the village center to observe family-scale incense production. Visit a household specializing in dyeing incense sticks and capture stunning photos of colorful incense bundles. The experience culminates with a tour of the village's largest incense factory, where you'll witness the entire production process and gain insights into the lives of rural workers. Visit a household specializing in dyeing incense sticks and capture stunning photos of colorful incense bundles. The experience culminates with a tour of the village's largest incense factory, where you'll witness the entire production process and gain insights into the lives of rural workers.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
5Old Quarter
17:30 - 18:00: Your journey concludes with a return to Hanoi Old Quarter. The trip end!
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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