Incense and Hat Village 1/2 Day Trip From Hanoi Incense and Hat Village Day Trip From Hanoi
ID: GYG650570-1077180
Category:
Country: Vietnam
Duration:
12:00 hours
Description
On this day trip from Hanoi, immerse yourself in the fascinating art of incense and cone hat making, enjoy warm interactions with local villagers
Start with pickup from your hotel or meeting point in Hanoi Old Quarter. Travel comfortably on a spacious, air-conditioned bus to Chuong village, where conical hats have been made for over 300 years. Meet your guide at a local artisan's home and admire the craftsmanship that goes into making conical hats. Take the bus again for a scenic ride to Quang Phu Cau village, which has been producing incense for over 100 years. Meet a family that expertly dyes incense, visit the drying yard, and take photos of brightly colored incense bundles. Say goodbye to your family before touring the town's largest incense factory. Tour all production areas of the factory and learn how scents are made. Learn about the daily lives of people working in the countryside. There are also opportunities to shop for incense souvenirs and purchase them directly from the manufacturers. Back in Hanoi, spend some free time at Train Street, drinking coffee and watching trains rolling through the narrow streets. At the end of the tour, return to the meeting point or hotel with unforgettable memories.
Highlights
- Guided by a local artisan, watch as the conical hats are handcrafted.
- Get up close and personal with the Vietnamese art of incense making.
- Take a photo of your colorful incense bundle and share it with your friends and
Guiding languages
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 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 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.
