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Discover Vietnam's traditional villages on a day trip from Hanoi. Visit Ha Thai Lacquerware Village, Chuong Conical Hat Village, Quang Phu Cau Incense Village.

Highlights

• Immerse yourself in Vietnam's rich cultural heritage on a day trip from Hanoi
• Visit Ha Thai Lacquerware Village and watch artisans at work
• Explore Chuong Conical Hat Village and try your hand at stitching a hat
• Discover Quang Phu Cau Incense Village and see the incense-making process
• Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant

Description

Begin your day with a pickup from your hotel in Hanoi’s Old Quarter. Settle into a comfortable vehicle and leave the bustling city behind for a day of cultural exploration. Arrive at Ha Thai, one of Vietnam’s most famous traditional lacquerware villages. Watch skilled artisans demonstrate the meticulous process of creating lacquer art — from carving and layering to polishing and painting. Try painting your own small piece as a keepsake. Continue to Chuong Village, known for producing Vietnam’s iconic conical hats (nón lá). Walk through local homes and workshops where generations have passed down this handicraft. Learn how each hat is shaped, sewn, and finished with care. If you wish, try your hand at stitching part of your own hat. Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant. The meal includes seasonal dishes featuring fresh, local ingredients. Vegetarian options are available upon request. Arrive at Quang Phu Cau, one of Vietnam’s oldest incense-making villages. Step into a vibrant, photogenic world where thousands of incense sticks are dyed bright red and sun-dried in beautiful patterns. Wander through the village, visit family-run workshops, and watch how bamboo is split, scented, and transformed into incense sticks using traditional techniques. Meet local craftsmen and see the full incense-making process — from raw materials to finished products. Learn how different scents are infused and shaped, and take beautiful photos among rows of colorful incense fans. Depart Quang Phu Cau and begin the drive back to Hanoi, reflecting on the beautiful traditional skills and cultural heritage you’ve experienced throughout the day.

Includes

Hotel pickup and drop-off in hanoi Live tour guide Lunch at a local restaurant Transportation

Important Information

• Vegetarian options are available for lunch upon request The tour involves walking through villages and workshops

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund