Discover Knife Da Sy Village in local village Hanoi

5.0 (2 reviews) Hanoi, Vietnam
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Duration5h
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LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

Nestled in Kien Hung Commune, Ha Dong Town, Hanoi, the small, but prestigious village – Da Sy has a long - standing history of forging profession. During wars in Vietnam, the village was the main source supporting weapons for Vietnam military. However, when peace returned to Viet Nam 40 years ago, the Da Sy people returned to making to agricultural implements such as ploughs, rakes and machinery parts or kitchen implements.

What's included

  • Gift of knife village
  • Beers and smoothie fruit. Eggs coffee and Tibet tea is the most wanted in Hanoi.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lunch or Breakfast at a the top Banh Mi, Pho Bo or Bun Cha restaurant, depending on the request of the tourists.

What to expect

Discover the fire of the forge and the elegance of silk on this immersive cultural adventure just outside Hanoi.

The Legendary Start: We pick you up for breakfast at Pho 10, Hanoi’s most famous noodle institution. We follow this with a creamy Signature Egg Coffee to fuel the day.

Journey to the Forge: Travel by motorbike to Da Si Village, where the rhythm of hammers has echoed for centuries.

Master the Craft: Visit the workshop of a local artisan. Learn the family secrets of traditional knife-making and try it yourself! You will practice the simplest forging process and create a product you can actually use. You can also purchase razor-sharp knives directly from the maker.

Local Flavors: Enjoy an authentic lunch at a traditional restaurant in Ha Dong, savoring rustic local dishes.

The Silk Road: On the return journey, we explore Van Phuc Silk Village. Witness the history of traditional weaving and touch the finest silk in Vietnam before we drop you safely back at your hotel.

  1. Chua Ly Trieu Quoc Su
  2. Ha Dong
  3. Van Phuc Silk Village
  4. Ha Dong
  5. Chua Tran Quoc

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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