CRAFT VILLAGE TOURS DAILY

If you are looking for some coolplaces off-the-beaten tracknearby Hanoi with great localvibes, then this tour could be a perfect choice …

Option 1: FULL DAY – Incense Village, Hat-Making & Lacquer Art – Price 1.250.000 vnd/ pax + lunch

7:45 – 8:15: Pick up at hostel or Old Quarter by tour guide.

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.

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. 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.

17:00 – 17:30: Your journey concludes with a return to Hanoi, with the option to be dropped off at the famous Train Street or another location of your choice. This full-day tour offers a comprehensive immersion into Vietnam’s living craft traditions, combining hands-on experiences, cultural insights, and visual spectacles.

Trip ends.

Option 2: HALF DAY – Incense Village & Hat Making Village – Price 700.000 vnd/ pax + no lunch

7:30~8:00 (Morning) or 12:00 – 12:30 (Afternoon): Pick up at Old Quarter by tour guide.

First, we’ll visit the historic Chuong village, renowned for its 300-year-old tradition of conical hat making. Here, you’ll meet local artisans and observe the intricate process of crafting these iconic Vietnamese hats.

Next, we’ll head to the century-old Quang Phu Cau village, famous for its vibrant incense craft. Stroll through the village center, witnessing families engaged in small-scale incense production. You’ll visit a specialist household that dyes incense sticks, offering perfect photo opportunities of colorful incense bundles.

The tour culminates with a visit to the village’s largest incense factory. Here, you’ll get an indepth look at the entire incense-making process, from raw materials to finished products, and gain insights into the lives of rural workers.

12:00~12:30 (Morning) or 17:00 – 17:30 (Afternoon): Our journey concludes with a return to Hanoi.

You’ll have the option to be dropped off at the famous Train Street or another location of your choice.

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.

Trip ends.

Trip Includes:

• Pick up & Drop off at your hotel inside Hanoi Old Quarter area

• English speaking tour guide

• Comfy bus +01 water bottle/person

• Standard lunch VND 200,000/person at local’s house or restaurant (Only for 1-day tour)

• 01 conical hat / pax

• All entrance fee in plan

Trip Excludes:

● Personal expenses.

● Appreciation for your tour guide and driver on site.

● VAT

● Drink on luch

Children Policy:

● Children from 10 years old and above are considered adults

● Children from 5 to 9 years old are charged 75% of adult price.

● Children under 5 years old are free (Applicable: 02 adults/ 01 child. The second child is charged 75% of adult price)

Cancellation Policy:

● Before 24 hours of departure: free.

● Within 24 hours: 100% charged. Note:

● Holiday surcharge: VND 200,000/ pax.

● Group max: 15 guests.