Private Tour
Private Tour Incense Village, Hat village & Train Street Coffee
Overview
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A visit to this unique Vietnam’s incense village is an absolute must! Hundreds of locals are seen painting and drying bamboo to create incense sticks.
Millions of aromatic incense sticks are dried outside, particularly on the days preceding Lunar New Year (also known as "Tet"), giving it a vibrant red and pink tint.
The village is a great choice for those looking for a genuine and distinctive experience.
Visitors to the incense village will get the chance to learn about the technique of creating incense sticks traditionally and snap a ton of original check-in photographs.
The incense in this village is particularly lovely and exceptional because it is red and yellow, the auspicious colors of the East.
Around "Tet" (also known as Lunar New Year), millions of fragrant incense sticks are being dried on the streets, Quang Phu Cau is at its most breathtaking scene for tourists to come by and take absolutely stunning photos.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Customers are advised to contact us WhatsApp +84-9-8-2-8-0-4-3-9-9 to confirm pickup location before departure
Visitting Incense Village requires a dry weather. If it rains or misty or wet weather, you may not see incense stick because local villagers need to keep their products dry.
Visitting the conical hat village do not require a dry weather. However, the village will be more interesting in the dry days because you can see people drying their hat materials
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
One Bottled water
All entrance fees to sites
Tea or Egg coffee while waiting the train passing by
English Speaking tour guide
Private transfer whole trip
Gratuities (recommended)
Special noddle soup (with beef or chicken): Extra 3 USD/person
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Hanoi Opera House
Our tour guide and vehicle will pick you up at your hotels then start the Tour Quang Phu Cau Incense sticks village and Hanoi Train Street. In case you do not need hotel pickup, you can go to this site (the meeting point) to meet our tour guide and the vehicle
Visitors to Quang Phu Cau incense village will get the chance to learn about the technique of making incense sticks traditionally and snap a ton of original check-in photographs. It is not difficult to find a great angle for a nice picture. If you finish this village without taking photos, then you haven't gone to this destination at all. Additionally, you also get to know the bustling lifestyle of the locals since you first arrived at the incense village: how villagers make incense sticks for a living, the process of production (Tour guide will explain the manufacturing process of the incense sticks in detail). The incense in this Hanoi incense village is particularly lovely and exceptional because it is red and yellow, the auspicious colors of the East. So many local and international photographers have used this town as a location for photo shoots for many years because it naturally has already a perfect background.
Options
Group Size 5pax -8pax
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Group Size 9pax - 12pax
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Group Size 2pax
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Group Size 3pax - 4pax
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Reviews
27 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great guide and wonderful places
Paolo V,
Sep 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Linh was a really great guide! Friendly, prepared and helpful. We spent some quality time with him. The driver also super helpful. Beautiful day.
Great tour, Thanks Sam!
Tracey L,
Jun 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I had an amazing day thanks to my wonderful guide, Sam. Sam went above and beyond—taking the time during our travels to point out sights, explain cultural practices, and highlight the differences between city life and rural life. On top of all that, Sam is also a fantastic photographer! I couldn’t have asked for a better experience.
Horrible experience
Susan L,
Apr 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00The tournguide was very unprofessional. She looked like she just rolled out of bed in her pj's, uncooked hair and half her fake nails missing. She did not appear to know the proper directions and the driver had to stop and ask directions several times. Our guide did not give us any information and did not have any activities set up for us. We just wandered random streets and alleyways. Trains trees was closed so we ended our tour early. This tour was a complete waste of time and a very odd experience. We weren't sure if the tour guide was hungover or still under the influence of whatever she was partaking of the night before.
Fun day with the amazing guide
IrinaSh,
Mar 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We, 2 couples, enjoyed the private tour immensely. The initial correspondence was perfect. All our questions prior to the tour were answered. Nhet, our tour guide, was incredibly amazing, spoke good English and shared wealth of very interesting information with us. He was fun to have a tour with on our first day in Hanoi. The car was very clean and the driver was very courteous. The coffee and beer on the Train Street was so fun. All 4 of us highly recommend the tour agency and are very happy with everything. Thank you so much
Woeth the experience
O5924HYgunnars,
Feb 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A wonderful private tour to Incense Village, Conical Hat Village and Chinatown! Friendly, professional and fluent English speaking tour guide. We took beautiful photos in the colorful scenery of the incense village, visited and interacted with the local villagers. The company's service was excellent, ensuring a hassle-free trip. An experience not to be missed to discover the unique culture of Hanoi
Great experience
X6531EKluisat,
Dec 23, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our visit to the traditional villages and Train Street Cafe went smoothly. The guide's fluent English and engaging explanations were excellent. The prompt service and the opportunity to try pottery made this a unique and memorable adventure
Highly recommended
335leleh,
Dec 20, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The private tour to the Incense Village, Hat Village and Train Street Cafe was unforgettable! The professional guide with excellent English skills made the trip worthwhile. The tour was well organized, with the opportunity to learn pottery—a truly worthwhile experience
Amazing
wockc,
Dec 15, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My trip to the incense and conical hat village was truly special! I took some great photos while learning about the traditional methods used to make incense and conical hats. The guide was very friendly, spoke very good English and was very knowledgeable. It was a great experience
very useful tour
ruf0la,
Dec 7, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Visit and learn about the culture of Vietnam with a private tour to the Incense Village, Conical Hat Village and Chinatown Coffee Shops. Immerse yourself in local crafts, watch artisans at work and sip coffee by the railway tracks. A unique and memorable cultural experience that combines tradition and adventure. Definitely worth the trip .
Very good experience
simmsg2024,
Dec 5, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00We had a private tour for our group to Huong Village, Non La Village and experienced the fun of drinking coffee under the railway. We took beautiful photos amidst the vibrant colors of the incense village, a visual feast for all . Discovering traditional Vietnamese crafts and meeting friendly local artisans gave us a deep appreciation of their heritage. The half-day tour was well organized, perfectly balanced between education and fun. Interacting with the villagers added a personal touch, making the trip enriching. From start to finish, a perfect trip - highly recommended for anyone looking to immerse themselves in the culture and make unique memories
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