Artisan Villages Countryside Honda Motorbike Tour

5.0 (3 reviews) Hanoi, Vietnam
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Duration5h - 1 day
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesHindi, German, Korean, Chinese, Cantonese, English, Italian, French, Spanish, Arabic, Vietnamese, Thai, Japanese, Dutch
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Discover Vietnam’s Living Craft Villages on a Honda Motorbike Tour
Ride beyond the city and explore the artistry of Vietnam’s most iconic craft villages: from Bát Tràng Ceramic Village, Cổ Loa Citadel, Đa Sỹ Blacksmith Village, and Hạ Thái Lacquer Village, to Chương Conical Hat Village and the colorful Quảng Phú Cầu Incense Village.

Follow scenic routes along the Red River dyke, stop by family-run workshops, and witness centuries-old traditions kept alive by local artisans. Experience live demonstrations, try your hand at pottery making, and discover the stories woven into every piece of craft.
The journey continues with a hearty, home-style Vietnamese meal in the Old Quarter and a visit to the Museum, where history, culture, and artistry come together.
Tour Highlights
• Morning or afternoon departure (approx. 5 hours each)
• Old Quarter hotel pick-up and drop-off included
• Hands-on experiences with local artisans workshop
• Traditional Vietnamese meal to complete your adventure

What's included

  • Nước suối miễn phí | Free water
  • Vé vào tất cả cổng | All Entry tickets
  • Hướng dẫn viên trình độ C1 tiếng Anh | C1-level English-speaking guides
  • Mũ bảo hiểm size Tây | Western helmet
  • Quà nhỏ từ D Tour | Surprise gift
  • Meals included
  • Áo mưa công nghiệp | Industrial raincoat
  • Đón/trả tại khách sạn | Hotel pick-up & drop-off (Old Quarter area)
  • VAT
  • Drinks (second beer or extra bottled water)
  • Tips for guide & driver, personal expenses
  • Holiday surcharges

What to expect

  1. Vietnamese Lacquer Painting - Ha Thai Village
    3h · Admission ticket included
    Originating from the 17th century, producing offerings for royalty
    Revolutionized in the 1930s by Đông Dương artists
    Uses tree sap, gold leaf, eggshell, and traditional black lacquer base
    Every piece requires 12–15 meticulous layers and weeks of craftsmanship
  2. Van Phuc Silk Village
    3h · Admission ticket included
    Vạn Phúc, The Last Threads of Royal Silk

    Founded in 865 AD, Vạn Phúc is a silk village shaped by women and water
    Famous for “lụa vân” , woven patterns, not printed
    Artisan restored royal motifs and Hue court fabrics
    Over 800 households still weave today
  3. INCENSE VILLAGE HANOI TOUR
    3h · Admission ticket included
    A paradise for photography – fields of incense bundles glowing in red, yellow, and purple. Walk through alleys filled with the fragrance of sandalwood and cinnamon. See artisans dye, roll, and dry incense sticks in the sun.
  4. Co Loa Citadel
    4h · Admission ticket not included
    Step beyond the city’s edge and into a timeless Vietnamese legend. The Lost Kingdom Ride is a countryside adventure that brings you face to face with the heart of Vietnam’s earliest capital ,the mystical Cổ Loa Citadel. From verdant rice paddies to ancient temples, you’ll trace the footsteps of kings and warriors on the back of a vintage Honda.

    Begin with a quiet temple visit and long ride through golden fields
    Hear the legend of the magic crossbow as you explore Cổ Loa
    Watch the late sun stretch shadows across spiral ramparts
    End your ride with an open-air BBQ meal beside a lotus pond
  5. Bat Trang Ceramics Village
    5h
    Bat Trang is more than just a village ,it is where clay breathes and fire dances. This ride brings you to one of Vietnam’s oldest artisan communities where hands have shaped earth into beauty for over 600 years. Hop on your vintage Honda and explore kilns, marketplaces, and ceramic museums that carry the soul of Vietnamese craftsmanship.

    Pick-up and motorbike ride to Bat Trang via the Red River dyke road
    Stop at Tieu Dao Pagoda for a moment of stillness
    Arrival at Bat Trang Village
    Explore the ancient market filled with fine ceramic goods
    Visit artisan homes, observe live pottery-making
    Explore the Bat Trang Ceramic Museum – architecture meets history
    Return to Hanoi for a home-style lunch in the Old Quarter
  6. Experience Being A Blacksmith in Da Sy Craft Village
    5h
    Step out of Hanoi’s bustling Old Quarter and ride into the heart of tradition. Just 10 km away lies Da Sy Blacksmith Village, a place where fire, steel, and history meet. For more than 500 years, the clang of hammer on anvil has shaped not only knives and tools, but also the soul of this community.

    Here, you’ll walk into workshops where sparks fly like firecrackers, watch glowing red metal bend into form, and hear stories of families who have carried on their craft for generations. Under the guidance of a master blacksmith, you’ll even get to try your hand at forging—feeling the weight of the hammer, the heat of the fire, and the pride in creating something with your own hands.

    Afterward, wander the knife market, where stalls gleam with blades of every shape and size—each one carrying the mark of its maker. End the journey with a warm cup of green tea, reflecting on how a small village has kept its heritage alive in the modern world.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Guests will meet our driver/guide at the arrival hall. The driver will be holding a sign with the lead traveler’s name for easy identification.

End point

Guests will meet our driver/guide at the arrival hall. The driver will be holding a sign with the lead traveler’s name for easy identification.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • 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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