Hanoi – Craft Villages

HALF-DAY TOUR

Visit 2 Villages: Conical Hat and Incense Craft Village + Train Street (Optional)

• Duration: ~5 hours
  • Morning: 8:00 AM – 12:45 PM
  • Afternoon: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Itinerary:

1. Pickup: Start from Hanoi’s Old Quarter.
2. Chuong Village:
   • Visit the conical hat-making village, renowned for over 300 years of craftsmanship.
   • Meet a local artisan and observe the conical hat-making process.
3. Quang Phu Cau Village:
   • Explore the incense-making village, which has been producing incense for over 100 years.
   • Walk through the village, meet families who specialize in dyeing incense sticks, and see colorful bundles of incense.
   • Visit a nearby factory to learn about the incense production process from scratch.
4. Return to Hanoi:
   • First drop-off point: Hanoi Train Street. If you prefer not to visit, you can remain on the bus.

Notes:

• This tour does not include lunch; it is recommended to eat beforehand or bring snacks.
• Drop-off options: Hanoi Train Street or your hotel. If you visit the train street, you will need to arrange your own transportation (e.g., taxi or Grab) back to your hotel.

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FULL-DAY TOUR

Visit 3 Villages with Home-Cooked Lunch: Lacquer, Conical Hat, and Incense Craft Villages

• Duration: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Itinerary:

1. Pickup: Start from your hotel in Hanoi.
2. Quang Phu Cau Village:
   • Explore the incense stick-making village and learn the craft from local artisans.
   • Capture memorable photos as you walk through the village.
3. Chuong Village:
   • Visit the traditional conical hat-making village.
   • Participate in the process of making and painting your own conical hat as a keepsake.
4. Lunch: Enjoy a home-cooked meal at a local artisan’s house or a riverside restaurant.
5. Lacquer Art Village:
   • Visit a family-run factory to observe the intricate process of lacquer art-making.
   • Learn from local artisans and try your hand at painting lacquer art.
6. Return to Hanoi: Head back to the city center.

Highlights:

• A comprehensive experience of Vietnamese handicrafts.
• Hands-on activities with artisans.
• Cultural insights into Vietnam’s traditional crafts.

Both options provide a unique opportunity to discover Vietnam’s artisanal heritage and make unforgettable memories.