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Explore Cu Da, Chuong, and Quang Phu Cau villages. Discover traditional crafts, admire ancient architecture, and experience local culture. Or Visit Only Incense Village & Hat Village.

Highlights

• Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Cu Da Ancient Village
• Discover the traditional process of making vermicelli and soybean sauce
• Admire the beautifully preserved architecture of Cu Da Village
• Visit Hat Village, learn the art of making conical hats to paint your own hat
• Immerse yourself in the vibrant colors Incense Village to make your own incense

Description

Option: Private Tour: Hanoi: Cu Da Soy Sauce Village, Hat Village & Incense Village Explore Cu Da Ancient Village, located about 15 km south of Hanoi, on the bank of the Nhue River. Known for its ancient houses, ancestral temples, and traditional handicrafts, this village offers a glimpse into Vietnam's rich cultural heritage. Discover the village's famous vermicelli, a staple in Vietnamese culinary culture. Learn about the traditional process of making vermicelli, which involves grinding arrowroot, mixing it with water to make a paste, and then steaming and drying it in the sun. Witness the labor-intensive process that has been passed down through generations. Next, learn about the village's renowned soybean sauce, a product with a history dating back 400 years. Discover the meticulous process of making this sauce, which involves using sticky rice, salt, soybeans, and clean water. Experience the unique flavor and aroma of Cu Da soybean sauce, which has gained recognition both locally and internationally. Next, admire the beautifully preserved architecture of Cu Da Village. See a mixture of Asian, Chinese, Vietnamese, and French colonial-style buildings, reflecting the village's prosperous past. Stroll through the herringbone-shaped streets, lined with old houses and temples, and soak in the peaceful atmosphere of this charming village. Continue your journey to Chuong Village, a charming destination known for its stunning traditional art and the production of ‘Non La,’ or conical hats. These hats are iconic symbols of Vietnamese culture & Chuong Village is famous. Upon arrival, see artisans at work, creating these elegant hats by hand. Learn about the rich cultural heritage that makes Vietnam so unique. Discover how, in the past, conical hats were used as headwear to protect from sunlight and rain, and how they have now become a fashionable accessory for Vietnamese women. Visiting the Incense Village Hanoi is a chance to connect with artisans and witness traditional incense-making firsthand. These unique experiences highlight the craftsmanship and cultural heritage that make the village a must-visit destination. Option HALF DAY Group Tour : Visit 2 Villages: Conical Hat and Incense Craft Village + Train Street (optional) Duration: ~ 6 hours Morning from 7:45~13:30 Afternoon from 11:45~17:30 Start with a pickup from Hanoi’s Old Quarter and head to Chuong, a village that has been well-known for the craft of conical hat-making for over 300 years. Get an observe how conical hats are made and decorate a hat by painting it then bring it home as a souvenir. Depart for the Quang Phu Cau village, which has been producing incense for more than 100 years. Take a walk to the center of the village and see how locals make incense on the artisanal, family scale. Meet a family who specializes in dyeing incense sticks. Back to the city center. First place for drop off: Hanoi Train Street. If you don't want to get drop off here, please wait in the car

Includes

Visit to Cu Da Ancient Village Vermicelli making demonstration Soybean sauce making demonstration Visit to Chuong Village Conical hat making demonstration Visit to Quang Phu Cau Incense Village Incense making demonstration 01 free conical hat for painting in the hat village and take it home as a personalized souvenir, both half day and full day option includes painting free hat Some free incense sticks after you made incense sticks yourself Bottled water All entrance fees Professional local tour guide Hotel pickup and drop-off at your hotel in the Hanoi Old Quarter area

Important Information

• Visit Chuong Village market on specific lunar dates for a unique experience Experience a special festival in Chuong Village on the 10th of the third lunar month The activity involves walking through villages and markets

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund