Hanoi: Incense Village & Hat Making Village Instagram Tour

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Hanoi: Incense Village & Hat Making Village Instagram Tour

Name: Hanoi: Incense Village & Hat Making Village Instagram Tour
Address: Vietnam

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Immerse yourself in the traditional crafts of Hanoi on a guided tour from Hanoi. Visit the Chuong, Ha Thai and Quang Phu Cau villages and learn about the art of lacquerware, conical hats, and incense.

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Highlights

Discover the traditional art of lacquerware in Ha Thai village
Learn about the history of the hat & paint your own hat in Chuong village
Enjoy a home-cooked lunch prepared by a local female artisan
Visit the largest incense factory in Quang Phu Cau village
Capture stunning photos of colorful incense bundles

Description

Choose from a half-day option or a full-day option. Half-Day Option In this option, visit 2 villages, Conical Hat and Incense Craft Village. First, we'll visit the historic Chuong village, renowned for its 300-year-old tradition of conical hat-making. Here, you'll meet local artisans and observe the intricate process of crafting these iconic Vietnamese hats. Next, we'll head to the century-old Quang Phu Cau village, famous for its vibrant incense craft. Stroll through the village center, witnessing families engaged in small-scale incense production. You'll visit a specialist household that dyes incense sticks, offering perfect photo opportunities of colorful incense bundles. The tour culminates with a visit to the village's largest incense factory. Here, you'll get an in-depth look at the entire incense-making process, from raw materials to finished products, and gain insights into the lives of rural workers. Our journey concludes with a return to Hanoi. You'll have the option to be dropped off at the famous Train Street or another location of your choice. The half-day tour does not include lunch, so we recommend eating beforehand or bringing snacks to keep you energized throughout the afternoon. Full-Day Option On the full-day option, visit 3 villages and enjoy a home-cooked lunch. Visit Lacquer, Conical Hat, and Incense. Begin your adventure in Ha Thai village, renowned for its lacquerware production since the 17th century. Meet a celebrated local artisan who will introduce you to this traditional art form. Under their expert guidance, you'll have the opportunity to create your own lacquer painting as a unique souvenir. Next, journey to the 300-year-old Chuong village, famous for its conical hat making. Wander through the village and, depending on availability, either visit a war veteran to hear personal stories from the Vietnam War or meet other local artisans to learn about their daily lives. Enjoy a delicious home-cooked lunch prepared by a local female artisan, immersing yourself in authentic Vietnamese hospitality. After lunch, try your hand at painting your own hat or join in the hat-making process with guidance from skilled craftspeople. Complete your artisanal tour at the vibrant Quang Phu Cau incense village. Walk through the village center to observe family-scale incense production. Visit a household specializing in dyeing incense sticks and capture stunning photos of colorful incense bundles. The experience culminates with a tour of the village's largest incense factory, where you'll witness the entire production process and gain insights into the lives of rural workers. Your journey concludes with a return to Hanoi, with the option to be dropped off at the famous Train Street or another location of your choice. This full-day tour offers a comprehensive immersion into Vietnam's living craft traditions, combining hands-on experiences, cultural insights, and visual spectacles.