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Overview
Escape the hustle and bustle of city life and dive into Vietnam’s vibrant handicraft villages on this unforgettable tour.
You will visit iconic traditional villages, starting with Chuong Village, known for crafting the famous Vietnamese conical hats, followed by Quang Phu Cau Village, where you will discover the age-old art of making fragrant incense. Finally, explore Ha Thai Village, learning and appreciating its beautiful lacquerware. Along the way, you will meet friendly villagers, learn about centuries-old crafts, and even get hands-on experience creating your own conical hat or lacquer painting under the guidance of skilled artisans.
With convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off, this tour is a perfect mix of culture, learning, and fun activities. Don’t miss this chance to experience Hanoi’s traditional handicrafts firsthand!
What's included
Entrance Fees
Local food (one main meal) and 1 water
Pick up & drop off from the hotel in and around The Old Quarter
Rain poncho
Souvenir at Incense & Conical hat villages
English speaking guide (You can request other language with extra charge)
Experienced guide and driver (All are licensed)
Personal purchases
Extra drinks/food
Incentives/Tip for guide (Optional)
What to expect
Chuong Village
1h · Admission ticket included
To begin the tour, we will take a 1-hour ride to Chuong Village, a 300-year-old village close to Hanoi, renowned for making Vietnam’s iconic nón lá, the traditional conical hat. The villagers of Chuong have mastered the art of crafting these hats from palm leaves, bamboo, and other natural materials across generations. These hats are well-known for their simplicity and practicality, serve as a powerful symbol of Vietnamese culture.
Visiting Chuong Village allows you to witness the entire hat-making process, from the drying of palm leaves to the shaping of bamboo frames. During their visit, you will have a hands-on experience with the intricate process of making a traditional conical hat, then personalize your own by painting it and creating a cherished souvenir.
1h 30m
Next, we will take a 20-minute ride to Quang Phu Cau Village, which is renowned for its traditional incense-making. Villagers here have been crafting fragrant incense sticks for centuries, using natural ingredients like resins, herbs, and essential oils.
Within the tour, our professional guide will provide a fascinating insight into traditional Vietnamese customs, religion, and other religious practices. Most importantly, the Incense Village is a beautiful place to take colorful and memorable photos, especially if you are the one who loves photography.
Vietnamese Lacquer Painting - Ha Thai Village
1h 30m · Admission ticket included
Ha Thai village has been a traditional village crafting lacquer for hundreds of years. After a 40-minute ride from Incense village, we will arrive at Ha Thai village and have lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch, we will meet a famous artisan who welcomes us at his creative workshop, shows us his skills in lacquer production, and offers us hands-on experience. Just let yourself immerse in the art of lacquer making.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
Our guide will wait you at your hotel lobby with a sign with the lead travel
name. After checking your information (name, number of people...), we will start our tour.
Additional information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Between each stop, it will take time for sightseeing, hands-on experience, and transportation. The total sightseeing and hands-on experience time is around 4.5-5 hours. The total transportation time is estimated to be around 1.5-2 hours.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
