Incense Village, Hat Making & Lacquer Artisan Small Group Hanoi

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 To Expect

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

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

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

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Options

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

Landtour at incense village

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

Incense & Hat Making Half Day

Pickup included

Incense, Hat, Lacquer Full Day

Pickup included

Reviews

4.95

1,169 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

1122

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
O7061PEjadem,,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our tour guide is Sir Bucky and we enjoyed his company. Its fun to be his clients because he never missed details on explaining about the tour we’ve been through. Also, plus we had a smooth transpo because of the driver. Overall it was great! 100% ratings to sir Bucky. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
Very good tour
X7619VIfedericof,,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Incredible guide and a very good driver.
Excellent!
tania p,,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
This is a really great way to spend the day. We were with lots of kids and they loved all of the experiences. Crafting in someone else’s space so we don’t have to clean up the mess is always a treat for mums - only downside is you have to travel with the darn hat for the rest of your trip. Guess we will be wearing ours on the plane!! Super fun!
Encens, craft hat and lotus tea.
catherinelK1414WH,,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Sabrina, our guide, was very good and patient. We talked a bit french together. Very helpful : she took beautiful photos of us at the encens factory. Very good driver too. Good team.
Welcome to 🇻🇳
Dreamer782279,,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We visited the conical hat making village and the incense village. Our tour guide was Cherry. She assisted us very well. She had vast knowledge of the places. She was very friendly, helpful and caring. Thank you
Awesome
anushreea2026,,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Worth for the pay Very kind-full and had good clarity about places Had Good time and beautiful places with good history and knowledge from cheery
Incense village half day tour from Hanoi
Excursion53994100879,,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It's been excellent service provideed by Cheery)Jennie. She is extremely well english spoken person with very high standard of customer service.
Really nice tour !
b r niced2026,,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Really nice tour ! Kevin was a warm tour guide, he also taught us a little bit of Vietnam History. We had the perfect timing in every stop to enjoy every type of local craft and also try them. We will bring our little souvenir back home with us with gratitude. Thanks a lot
It was a great experience!
Roving61782362874,,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Tom brought the incense and conical hat village tour to life with his warm personality and deep local insight. The experience felt authentic, well-paced, and enriched by meaningful stories from the villages.
Amazing tour
kimberlydD2259UD,,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Tom guided the incense and conical hat village tour with insight and sincerity. His engaging explanations and local stories added depth to each stop, making the experience feel authentic and genuinely rewarding.