From Hanoi: Van Phuc Silk Village Half-Day Tour Group Tour (max 15 pax/group)
ID: GYG290520-O-505245
Category:
Country: Vietnam
Duration:
03:30 hours
Description
Learn about the ancient craft of silk weaving, which remains a rich tradition and way of life for many Vietnamese. Travel to Van Phuc village near Hanoi that has been one of Vietnam’s prime silk weaving locations for over 1000 years.
Start with pickup from your hotel in Hanoi and take a 45-minute car ride heading north-west of Hanoi to Van Phuc Silk Village. This well-known village is traditionally associated with silk weaving in Ha Dong.
Located on the bank of Nhue River, the village of Van Phuc has a 1000-year history of silk weaving and this practice remains a rich tradition to this day. Take a peaceful stroll and enjoy the sights and sounds of a traditional Northern Vietnamese village, with communal houses, fish ponds, and ancient banyan trees alongside modern houses. Then, visit the families for whom silk production is a way of life. Watch as you learn the stages of producing handmade silk: from spinning and glueing, through weaving and completion of the silk wares.
Visit the shrines of the village where the first masters are worshipped. The patterns are symmetrical in appearance and soft to the touch. Most patterns are designed and drawn as per the emulation of objects, animals, and other shapes. You can also shop for silk products at reasonable prices before heading back to Hanoi. This tour is available to book as a shared or private experience.
Highlights
- Escape the big city to experience Van Phuc, a peaceful Vietnamese Village with communal houses, fish ponds, and ancient banyan trees
- Visit local families who are keeping the 1000-year old tradition of silk weaving alive
- See every step of the intricate silk weaving process
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Every child must be accompanied by an adult. Please book adult tickets for any additional children.
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Hoan Kiem, Ba Dinh, Hai Ba Trung District.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.