Incense Village, Hat Making & Lacquer Artisan Small Group Hanoi

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Overview

Available languages

English

9 hours

Mobile ticket

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

If you are looking for some cool places off-the-beaten track nearby Hanoi with great local vibes, then this tour could be a perfect choice.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Bottled water

01 conical hat/person

All Fees and Taxes

Air-conditioned vehicle

Home-cooked authentic Vietnamese food at home of local artisan. Both veg & non-veg are well-served. Only applied to FULL DAY TRIP

Alcoholic Beverages

Lacquer piece for experience purpose only. Taking it home will be applied a fee upon its size.

We do not offer lunch for HALF DAY TRIP

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

What To Expect

1

Vietnamese Lacquer Painting - Ha Thai Village

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.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Included
2

Chuong Village

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.

2 hours 30 minutes • Admission Included

Options

Incense & Hat Making Half Day

Pickup included

Incense, Hat, Lacquer Full Day

Pickup included

Landtour at incense village

NO BUS included: No bus for pick up/drop off and transfer 2 way from Hanoi to the village

Private Tour (Min: 2 pax/trip)

Other language (not English): WhatsApp Jack: (84) 94 333 80 39 to check for availability if you demand a tour guide speak another language but not English
Pickup included

Reviews

4.93

721 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Wonderful Experience near Hanoi

    Companion18454143904,

    Nov 29, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    This tour was an amazing experience for me. It was a wonderful opportunity to visit the most authentic villages of North Vietnam. I really enjoyed it and Sabrina was a great guide! Romain

  • Good Experian

    Roam20649227557,

    Nov 29, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Good staff and good experience Good staff and good experience Good staff and good experience Good staff and good experience Good staff and good experience Good staff and good experience

  • Must do activities in Hanoi

    Y6146ONnoraa,

    Nov 29, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    We had a tour to the incense village and train street, the incense village, we could see the local make incense by hand and machine and interact with them by making some incense, and we had chance to take a lot of photos with help of our tour guide Louisa, we also went to train street enjoyed egg coffee and saw train come, that’s very nice experience, Thank you Loyola

  • Interesting experience

    budakswak,

    Nov 28, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Tom our guide is helpful and eager to please. We went to incence village and hat making village. Nice afternoon trip. Took back a hat as souvenir.

  • Awesome experience

    Compass41152607784,

    Nov 28, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    It was an amazing experience with Tom. He was extremely friendly and took time to explain everything clearly.Really appreciate his patience and professionalism. Highly recommended.

  • Wonderful experience. Recommended!

    camillemX6517NH,

    Nov 28, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    The whole trip was a pleasant and wonderful experience. Our tour guide, Tom, was very cheerful and helpful with our whole trip. He explained all of the incense and hat making process. He took time taking pictures for all of us.

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  • Awesome handicraft village visit

    HaT375,

    Nov 28, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Very fun and interesting experience thanks to our awesome tour guide,Ms Louisa! ☺️ We enjoyed the activity and the homemade food.

  • Great trip with Nadia

    sumitkR6120QI,

    Nov 27, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Nadia was amazing, she is extremely patient , friendly and helpful. Super recommended for families. Thank you for making our trip Memorable :)

  • Incense, hat making, etc. - Lulu

    eloisae116,

    Nov 27, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    We had an amazing experience in this trip. We enjoyed and learned a lot. Thanks to our very talented, accommodating and patient tourist guide- Lulu. Will definitely recommend this to our family and friends in the Philippines. Thank you so much!

  • Enjoyable and fun

    nikkimaxinev,

    Nov 27, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    I really love the tour today. It is enjoyable and Luisa is very kind and entertains the group well. Had a really good time doing this tour. My favorite is the hat making.

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