Highlights
- Discover the charm of Vietnam’s oldest silk village, Van Phuc
- Watch artisans skillfully create hats from bamboo and palm leaves
- Visit the legendary Bat Trang Ceramic Village, dating back to the 14th century
- Step into a vivid world of color and tradition at Quang Phu Cau
- Join a fun pottery workshop and create your own ceramic item to take home
Description
Begin your day with a convenient pickup from your hotel in Hanoi. Depending on your selected option, visit two villages or choose three of these five craft villages:
Van Phuc Silk Village is Vietnam’s oldest silk village, famous for more than 1,000 years of traditional weaving. Visit local workshops and observe artisans making silk on wooden looms. Learn about the weaving, dyeing, and finishing process. Enjoy shopping for authentic silk scarves, clothing, and accessories.
At Chuong Village, experience the beauty of Vietnam’s iconic conical hat, the Non La, handmade for generations. Watch artisans skillfully create hats from bamboo and palm leaves. Try making or decorating your own conical hat and learn the cultural meaning of the Non La in Vietnamese daily life.
At Ha Thai Lacquer Art Village, one of northern Vietnam’s most well-known lacquer craft villages, discover the traditional lacquer-making process, from layering and polishing to detailed hand-painting. Visit family-run workshops and see how this centuries-old art form is used to create paintings, trays, and decorative objects.
At Bat Trang Pottery Village, dating back to the 14th century, observe the traditional pottery-making process from clay shaping to kiln firing. Join a fun pottery workshop and create your own ceramic item to take home. Explore Bat Trang Market filled with vases, bowls, and artistic home décor.
At Quang Phu Cau, known as the “Incense Stick Village,” step into a vivid world of color and tradition. Admire thousands of bright red incense sticks beautifully arranged for drying. Learn about the full incense-making process from bamboo cutting to bundling. Meet friendly locals and capture stunning photos of this photogenic village.
Includes
Pickup and drop-off at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter by comfortable bus
English-speaking tour guide
Home-cooked lunch (full-day tour option)
1 conical hat per person
1 bottle of water per person
All entrance fees listed in the itinerary
Excludes
Other drinks and personal expenses
Your appreciation for service of tour guide and driver
Important Information
- Please note: This half-day tour does not include lunch, so we recommend eating beforehand or bringing snacks to keep you energized throughout the afternoon
- Option for Drop off at the famous train street or hotels then you could enjoy your time in train street then take taxi/grab back to hotel at your own expense
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
