Quang Phu Cau Incense, Conical Hat, Lacquer Traditional Village Discount Tickets

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Overview

Escape the hustle and bustle of city life and dive into Vietnam’s vibrant handicraft villages on this unforgettable tour. You will visit iconic traditional villages, starting with Chuong Village, known for crafting the famous Vietnamese conical hats, followed by Quang Phu Cau Village, where you will discover the age-old art of making fragrant incense. Finally, explore Ha Thai Village, learning and appreciating its beautiful lacquerware. Along the way, you will meet friendly villagers, learn about centuries-old crafts, and even get hands-on experience creating your own conical hat or lacquer painting under the guidance of skilled artisans. With convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off, this tour is a perfect mix of culture, learning, and fun activities. Don’t miss this chance to experience Hanoi’s traditional handicrafts firsthand!

Pickup Information

Our guide will wait you at your hotel lobby with a sign with the lead travel name. After checking your information (name, number of people...), we will start our tour.

Language Offered

German-GUIDE

English-GUIDE

Italian-GUIDE

French-GUIDE

Spanish-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Chuong Village
To begin the tour, we will take a 1-hour ride to Chuong Village, a 300-year-old village close to Hanoi, renowned for making Vietnam’s iconic nón lá, the traditional conical hat. The villagers of Chuong have mastered the art of crafting these hats from palm leaves, bamboo, and other natural materials across generations. These hats are well-known for their simplicity and practicality, serve as a powerful symbol of Vietnamese culture. Visiting Chuong Village allows you to witness the entire hat-making process, from the drying of palm leaves to the shaping of bamboo frames. During their visit, you will have a hands-on experience with the intricate process of making a traditional conical hat, then personalize your own by painting it and creating a cherished souvenir.
Duration: 60 mins
2. Quảng Phú Cầu
Next, we will take a 20-minute ride to Quang Phu Cau Village, which is renowned for its traditional incense-making. Villagers here have been crafting fragrant incense sticks for centuries, using natural ingredients like resins, herbs, and essential oils. Within the tour, our professional guide will provide a fascinating insight into traditional Vietnamese customs, religion, and other religious practices. Most importantly, the Incense Village is a beautiful place to take colorful and memorable photos, especially if you are the one who loves photography.
Duration: 90 mins
3. Vietnamese Lacquer Painting - Ha Thai Village
Ha Thai village has been a traditional village crafting lacquer for hundreds of years. After a 40-minute ride from Incense village, we will arrive at Ha Thai village and have lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch, we will meet a famous artisan who welcomes us at his creative workshop, shows us his skills in lacquer production, and offers us hands-on experience. Just let yourself immerse in the art of lacquer making.
Duration: 90 mins

Inclusion

Entrance Fees

Local food (one main meal) and 1 water

Pick up & drop off from the hotel in and around The Old Quarter

Rain poncho

Souvenir at Incense & Conical hat villages

English speaking guide (You can request other language with extra charge)

Experienced guide and driver (All are licensed)

Exclusion

Personal purchases

Extra drinks/food

Incentives/Tip for guide (Optional)

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Between each stop, it will take time for sightseeing, hands-on experience, and transportation. The total sightseeing and hands-on experience time is around 4.5-5 hours. The total transportation time is estimated to be around 1.5-2 hours.

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