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Hanoi Traditional Craft Villages: Incense, Hat & Lacquer Art
Hanoi
About
Escape the bustle of Hanoi and immerse yourself in Vietnam’s rich cultural traditions on this serene full-day craft village tour. Travel to Chuong, Ha Thai, and Quang Phu Cau — three iconic villages where ancient crafts have been lovingly preserved for generations. Discover the art of conical hat making, witness the delicate process of lacquerware painting, and explore the vibrant world of incense crafting. Meet local artisans, learn their time-honored techniques, and enjoy hands-on experiences such as creating your own conical hat and decorating lacquerware. Savor a home-cooked Vietnamese lunch in a welcoming local home, with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options available. Conclude your jo...
Highlights
9 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
9 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
All entrance fees
Tasty Home-cooked Vietnamese lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle pick up & drop off in Hanoi Old Quarter
Amazing English speaking tour guide
01 water bottle/ per person
01 conical hat/ per person
Discover renowned handicraft villages: Lacquer Painting Village, Chuong Village, Incense Village
Personal Expenses & Beverages
Holiday surcharge & All other services not clearly mentioned above
Lacquer piece for experience purpose only. Taking it home will be applied a fee upon its size.
Important Information
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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We can accommodate dietary needs such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have a dietary requirement, kindly indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Hanoi Traditional Craft Villages: Incense, Hat & Lacquer Art
Hanoi
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About
Escape the bustle of Hanoi and immerse yourself in Vietnam’s rich cultural traditions on this serene full-day craft village tour. Travel to Chuong, Ha Thai, and Quang Phu Cau — three iconic villages where ancient crafts have been lovingly preserved for generations. Discover the art of conical hat making, witness the delicate process of lacquerware painting, and explore the vibrant world of incense crafting. Meet local artisans, learn their time-honored techniques, and enjoy hands-on experiences such as creating your own conical hat and decorating lacquerware. Savor a home-cooked Vietnamese lunch in a welcoming local home, with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options available. Conclude your jo...
Highlights
9 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
9 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
All entrance fees
Tasty Home-cooked Vietnamese lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle pick up & drop off in Hanoi Old Quarter
Amazing English speaking tour guide
01 water bottle/ per person
01 conical hat/ per person
Discover renowned handicraft villages: Lacquer Painting Village, Chuong Village, Incense Village
Personal Expenses & Beverages
Holiday surcharge & All other services not clearly mentioned above
Lacquer piece for experience purpose only. Taking it home will be applied a fee upon its size.
Itinerary
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Old Quarter
7:30 - 8:15 AM: Pick-up from your hotel or private address in Hanoi Old Quarter and departure to Ha Thai Village
30 minutes
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Vietnamese Lacquer Painting - Ha Thai Village
Begin your adventure in Ha Thai village, renowned for its lacquerware production since the 17th century. Meet a celebrated local artisan who will introduce you to this traditional art form. Under their expert guidance, you'll have the opportunity to create your own lacquer painting as a unique souvenir.
1 hour and 30 minutes
3
Chuong Village
Next, journey to the 300-year-old Chuong village, famous for its conical hat making. Wander through the village and, depending on availability, either visit a war veteran to hear personal stories from the Vietnam War or meet other local artisans to learn about their daily lives. Enjoy a delicious home-cooked lunch prepared by a local female artisan, immersing yourself in authentic Vietnamese hospitality. After lunch, try your hand at painting your own hat or join in the hat-making process with guidance from skilled craftspeople.
2 hours and 30 minutes
4
Làng Hương Chùa Mối - Quảng Phú cầu
Complete your artisanal tour at the vibrant Quang Phu Cau incense village. Walk through the village center to observe family-scale incense production. Visit a household specializing in dyeing incense sticks and capture stunning photos of colorful incense bundles. The experience culminates with a tour of the village's largest incense factory, where you'll witness the entire production process and gain insights into the lives of rural workers.
Visit a household specializing in dyeing incense sticks and capture stunning photos of colorful incense bundles. The experience culminates with a tour of the village's largest incense factory, where you'll witness the entire production process and gain insights into the lives of rural workers.
2 hours
5
Old Quarter
17:30 - 18:00: Your journey concludes with a return to Hanoi Old Quarter. The trip end!
