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Explore Du Du, Quang Phu Cau & Chuong Villages on a guided tour from Hanoi. Learn about sculpture, incense, and conical hat-making, and meet local artisans. Or Visit Only Incense Village & Hat Village

Highlights

• Immerse yourself in the rich history of Du Du Village and its sculptures
• Learn about the intricate process of incense-making to make your own incense
• Discover the art of conical hat-making in Chuong Village to paint your own hat
• Meet skilled local artisans and learn about their crafts and traditions
• Take striking photos against vibrant backdrops in Quang Phu Cau

Description

Private Tour: Du Du Sculpture Village & Conical Hat Village & Incense Village Begin your journey in Du Du Sculpture Village, where artisans have been crafting intricate sculptures for over 500 years. Learn about the village’s history, where sculptural products have adorned temples for centuries. Discover how artisans from Du Du were invited to the capital during the Nguyen Dynasty to create intricate sculptures for the imperial palace. With skillful hands and creativity, Du Du villagers craft lively and soulful sculptures from precious wood. The wood materials, sourced from the Central Highland region, can change color throughout the seasons. Craftsmen meticulously carve sophisticated patterns on wooden products with various shapes. Next, head to the charming Quang Phu Cau Incense Village, a visual delight for photography enthusiasts. Immerse yourself in the rich history of this centuries-old craft and engage in enriching conversations with locals to learn more about the evolution of their trade. During the Quang Phu Cau Incense Village tour, visitors are immersed in the captivating process of incense-making, engaging directly with local artisans. Careful selection of raw materials is crucial, prompting villagers to avoid hasty or careless production. Finally, Visit Chuong Village is renowned for its meticulous craftsmanship in making conical hats. The process involves selecting the best palm leaves, bamboo, and other natural materials. Artisans then skillfully weave these materials into the distinctive conical shape, ensuring durability and elegance. Each hat is a product of hours of labor and skill, showcasing the artisan’s expertise and dedication. Option HALF DAY Group Tour : Visit 2 Villages: Conical Hat and Incense Craft Village + Train Street (optional) Duration: ~ 6 hours Morning from 7:45~13:30 Afternoon from 11:45~17:30 Discover Vietnamese handicrafts on an immersive, guided tour from Hanoi that will take you to meet a local artisan, discover a historical incense-making village, and learn about the conical hat-making process. Get a unique look at the local culture with this discovery of detailed artisanal crafts. Start with a pickup from Hanoi’s Old Quarter and head to Chuong, a village that has been well-known for the craft of conical hat-making for over 300 years. Get an observe how conical hats are made and decorate a hat by painting it then bring it home as a souvenir. Depart for the Quang Phu Cau village, which has been producing incense for more than 100 years. Take a walk to the center of the village and see how locals make incense on the artisanal, family scale. Meet a family who specializes in dyeing incense sticks. See the next level of incense production with a tour of a nearby factory. Learn how incense is made from scratch and more about the lives of manual workers. Back to the city center. First place for drop off: Hanoi Train Street. If you don't want to get drop off here, please wait in the car.

Includes

Visit to Du Du Sculpture Village Visit to Quang Phu Cau Incense Village Visit to Chuong Conical Hat Village 01 free conical hat for painting in the hat village and take it home as a personalized souvenir, both half day and full day option includes painting free hat Some free incense sticks after you made incense sticks yourself Craft your own knife from scratch and take it home as a memorial souvenir Bottled water All entrance fees Professional local tour guide Hotel pickup and drop-off at your hotel in the Hanoi Old Quarter area

Important Information

• The tour involves walking, so wear comfortable shoes. Photography is encouraged, especially in Quang Phu Cau Incense Village. Workshops are available for creating your own conical hat.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund