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Leave behind the busy streets of Hanoi and step into the heart of Vietnam’s cultural traditions with a journey to two iconic craft villages. In Chuong Village, explore the centuries-old art of conical hat making, carefully preserved through generations. Then continue to Quang Phu Cau, a kaleidoscope of color where thousands of incense sticks are handcrafted each day, filling the air with fragrance. Meet local artisans, watch their time-honored techniques, and experience rural life up close. With expert guidance, paint and assemble your own conical hat — a unique keepsake and a lasting reminder of Vietnam’s enduring artistry.
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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 - 8:00 (Morning) or 12:00 - 12:30 (Afternoon): Pick-up from your hotel or private address in Hanoi Old Quarter and departure to Chuong village
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
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First, we'll visit the historic Chuong village, renowned for its 300-year-old tradition of conical hat making. Here, you'll meet local artisans and observe the intricate process of crafting these iconic Vietnamese hats.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
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Next, we'll head to the century-old Quang Phu Cau incense village, famous for its vibrant incense craft. Stroll through the village center, witnessing families engaged in small-scale incense production. You'll visit a specialist household that dyes incense sticks, offering perfect photo opportunities of colorful incense bundles. The tour culminates with a visit to the village's largest incense factory. Here, you'll get an in- depth look at the entire incense-making process, from raw materials to finished products, and gain insights into the lives of rural workers.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Old Quarter
13:00 - 13:30 (Morning) or 18:00 - 18:30 (Afternoon): Your journey concludes with a return to Hanoi Old Quarter. Please note: This half-day tour does not include lunch, so we recommend eating beforehand or bringing snacks to keep you energized throughout the afternoon.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This half-day tour does not include lunch, so we recommend eating beforehand or bringing snacks to keep you energized throughout the afternoon.
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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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