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Discover a different side of Northern Vietnam on this 2-day small group journey combining traditional culture, religious heritage, local life and the spectacular landscapes of Ninh Binh. Visit the colorful Quang Phu Cau Incense Village, explore historic So Kien Basilica and peaceful Chau Son Monastery, then stay overnight in Phat Diem and discover its remarkable stone cathedral. Explore a traditional local market and enjoy a hands-on cooking experience using fresh local ingredients.. Finish with a scenic sampan ride through the limestone karsts and rice fields of Tam Coc before returning to Hanoi.
- Visit Quang Phu Cau Incense Village and discover traditional incense making.
- Explore So Kien Basilica, Chau Son Monastery and Phat Diem Stone Cathedral.
- Visit a local market and enjoy a hands-on cooking experience using fresh local ingredients.
- Enjoy a traditional sampan boat ride through the stunning landscapes of Tam Coc.
What's Included
Lunch
Meeting and pickup
Hotel pickup is available from hotels in Hanoi's Old Quarter. Please be ready in your hotel lobby at the confirmed pickup time.
Itinerary
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1INCENSE VILLAGE HANOI TOUR
Visit Quang Phu Cau Incense Village, known for its colorful incense-drying yards and traditional incense-making craft. Meet local artisans and learn about this long-standing village tradition.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
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Visit So Kien Basilica and admire its impressive architecture while learning about its historical importance to Catholicism in Northern Vietnam.
50 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Discover the peaceful Chau Son Monastery, surrounded by countryside and known for its distinctive red-brick architecture, gardens and tranquil atmosphere.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
4Phat Diem Cathedral
Visit Phat Diem Stone Cathedral, a remarkable late-19th-century landmark blending traditional Vietnamese architecture with European Gothic influences. After visiting the cathedral, explore a nearby local market with your guide and select fresh local ingredients for your hands-on cooking experience.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
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Enjoy a traditional sampan boat ride from Tam Coc Boat Wharf through a scenic landscape of dramatic limestone karsts, emerald rice fields and natural caves. Relax on the water and take in one of Northern Vietnam’s most iconic landscapes.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
Hanoi – Quang Phu Cau – So Kien Basilica – Chau Son Monastery – Phat Diem
Phat Diem – Cooking Experience – Tam Coc – Hanoi
Additional info
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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