Private Tour Explore Incense Village & Duong Lam Ancient Village
Description
Exploring the ancient Duong Lam Village, Quang Phu Cau Incense Village, and traditional Chuong Village offers visitors a unique opportunity to uncover Vietnam's rich history, culture, and craftsmanship. This tour blends the serene countryside and ancient architecture of Duong Lam with the artistry of Chuong Village's traditional conical hat-making and the time-honored incense craft of Quang Phu Cau. Visiting these three fascinating villages provides a deep and immersive look into Vietnamese heritage and traditions through the centuries, making it a must-see experience for travelers. Read more about - Explore Hanoi Ancient Village & Traditional Craft
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Itinerary
07:00 AM: Our Driver & guide pick you up at your hotel and depart to visit Chuong Village, which is famous for its own iconic conical hat products, also called “Non La” in Vietnamese.
08:45 Arrive the traditional village is regarded as the oldest conical hat craft village in Northern Vietnam as local villagers have preserved the craft for more than three centuries. The unique Vietnamese conical hats and the graceful Ao dai make Vietnamese women more gentle and charming. The conical hat has given a discreet charm to Vietnamese women, and become a unique symbol of Vietnamese culture.
09:45 - 10:00 Visit Quang Phu Cau Incense Village is famous for its tradition of making incense since the French colonial period. Coming here, visitors can visit the traditional aroma production process, and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the ancient village You will be able to freely take photos with local people and various colorful incense bouquets. Our local guide will help you understand the formation of the incense stick craft village through the ages.
11:00 Drive you to Duong Lam Ancient Village. 12:30 Have lunch at a local restaurant in Duong Lam Ancient Village. 14:00 Take a bike to visit the ancient gate of the village, Mong Phu village’s communal house, place of fairy Mia, Giang Van Minh professor’s temple, Mia Pagoda – which has the most ancient states in Vietnam. Freely explore the ancient village. 16:00 Leave Duong Lam ancient village and drive straight back to Hanoi center.
17:30 Arrive in Hanoi, and we will drop you off at your hotel or private address in the Hanoi Old Quarter. Trip ends!
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We will pick up all the guests at the hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. Kindly provide the hotel name and address in Hanoi Old Quarter for pick-up arrangements, check your email or WhatsApp once you book the tour to confirm your pick up time.
Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements, please indicate them when booking.
