Quang Phu Cau Incense Village & Ninh Binh Small Group from Hanoi

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10 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Located just 35 km from central Hanoi in Ung Hoa District, Quang Phu Cau is a village famed for its centuries-old tradition of incense making. Originally practiced only in Phu Luong Thuong, the craft gradually spread to neighboring Dao Tu and Cau Bau villages. Today, Quang Phu Cau stands out as one of the most iconic incense-making villages on the outskirts of the capital. While preserving the charm of a traditional northern delta village, it also embraces a touch of modern life.

This full-day small-group tour combines three stunning destinations: Quang Phu Cau, Tam Coc, and Hoa Lu. Enjoy convenient pickup from your Hanoi Old Quarter hotel and travel in comfort with a knowledgeable local guide. Begin your journey at the vibrant Incense Village, capturing its colorful beauty, then head to Tam Coc—often called “Halong Bay on land”—for a serene boat ride through dramatic karst landscapes. End the day with a visit to Hoa Lu, Vietnam’s ancient capital, rich in history and culture.

What's Included

All Entrance Fee Tickets
Bottles of water, Experienced driver, Air-Conditioned Vehicle
Enjoy a Delicious Vietnamese Lunch
Small Group Tour- max 9 pax with best care
Quang Phu Cau Incense Village, Hoa Lu ancient capital, Boat Ride at Tam Coc River
Professional English-Speaking Guide
Limousine pick up & drop off at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter
Personal Expenses & Beverages
Holiday surcharge & All other services not clearly mentioned above

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We will pick up all the guests at the hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. Kindly provide the hotel name and address for pick-up arrangements, check your email or WhatsApp once you book the tour to confirm your pick up time or You contact us for your hotel address so we can support you in advance.

Itinerary

Duration: 10 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Old Quarter

    07:00 – 07:30 AM: Our tour guide will pick you up your hotel or private address in Hanoi Old Quarter and departure to Incense Village.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 2

    09.15: Arrive at Incense Village where is named Quang Phu Cau. The incense to dry in various formations, you’ll get pictures of people working among this sea of red and color. Do capture a variety of shots of the workers in action, the village workshops, shooting images of the incense-making process. Visiting some local people’s houses to be widen knowledge about the real life of Vietnamese. Taking more images of the friendly locals who have worked on producing incense in this village for generations. Your tour guide will give you information about the worshipping culture and religions in Vietnam. 10.30: Departure for Ninh Binh one of the most beautiful place for tourism in the Northern Vietnam.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 3

    12.15: We arrive at Tam Coc village, Ninh Binh province. You enjoy lunch with Vietnamese cuisine at a local restaurant. 13.15: After our lunch, we go to the Tam Coc boat station to discover the beauty of nature on Sampan boat. We enjoy the sightseeing of caves, limestone mountain on river – which is called Ha Long on Land. Your local rower will do paddle to go under caves. You discover very beautiful stalactite and rice fields are surrounded by limestone mountain systems along the river. The pictures of natural beauty will be shown you.

    3 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Hoa Lu Ancient Capital

    15.15: We move to visit Hoa Lu the ancient Capital of Vietnam. 15.45 We arrive at Hoa Lu. Following that, we go to the temple dedicated to Vietnam's first Emperor. You will given much more historical information about the Vietnamese history in the 10th and 11th centuries by your tour guide’s presentation. Moreover, you will understand the reasons that the first king of Vietnam chose that area as the first capital. This area is also beautiful place to take photos because of the peaceful and unique landscape.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 5
    Old Quarter

    Get on the limousine to return to Hanoi 18.30 - 19.00: Arrive in Hanoi and get dropped off at the Hotel. The trip end!

    2 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements, please indicate them when booking.
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