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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 9 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below
Overview
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
1 night accommodation at Phat Diem Plaza Hotel
Lunch
Dinner
All sightseeing entrance fees
English-speaking guide
Breakfast
Premium air-conditioned limousine transportation
Vietnamese cooking experience
Traditional sampan boat ride in Tam Coc
Complimentary bottled water
Travel insurance
Beverages
Personal expenses and tips
What to expect
Day 1: Hanoi – Quang Phu Cau – So Kien Basilica – Chau Son Monastery – Phat Diem
INCENSE VILLAGE HANOI TOUR
1h · Admission ticket included
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.
50m
Visit So Kien Basilica and admire its impressive architecture while learning about its historical importance to Catholicism in Northern Vietnam.
1h
Discover the peaceful Chau Son Monastery, surrounded by countryside and known for its distinctive red-brick architecture, gardens and tranquil atmosphere.
Day 2: Phat Diem – Cooking Experience – Tam Coc – Hanoi
Phat Diem Cathedral
1h
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.
2h · Admission ticket included
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.
Meeting and pickup
End point
Pickup details
Hotel pickup is available from hotels in Hanoi's Old Quarter. Please be ready in your hotel lobby at the confirmed pickup time.
Additional information
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
