Incense Village, Hat & Lacquer Artisanal Tour Options From Hanoi
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Incense Village, Hat & Lacquer Artisanal Tour Options From Hanoi is a 8-hour experience in Hanoi, Vietnam, from $17 per person. It scores 77 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 87 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 77 / 100
- Rating
- 4.7/5 (87)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $17 per person
Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of Vietnamese handicraft traditional villages including : Chuong Conical Village and Quang Phu Cau Incense Stick Villages , Ha Thai lacquer art village with options for half-day tour
What you get
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in The Old Quarter Area.
- Train street ( optional drop off)
- Lunch included in option of fullday only
- In-vehicle air conditioning
About this experience
Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of Vietnamese handicraft traditional villages including : Chuong Conical Village and Quang Phu Cau Incense Stick Villages , Ha Thai lacquer art village with options for half-day tour 2 villages ( incense, hats) with no lunch and fullday tour all 3 villages with homecooked lunch ( incense, hats, lacquer) from Hanoi. Select to join our group tour or to take private tour as per your preference. Enjoy a home-cooked authentic Vietnamese meal at the home of a local artisan Choose from vegetarian and nonvegetarian options for your meal Leave with your own conical hat that you made yourself as a souvenir Option to join a group or a private tour.
What's included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in The Old Quarter Area.
- Train street ( optional drop off)
- Lunch included in option of fullday only
- In-vehicle air conditioning
Not included
- Alcoholic beverages
- Personal expenses, Tips for tour guide and driver not included
- in fullday option, Lacquer piece is for painting purpose only. Bringing it home is NOT included
- Your appreciation for service of tour guide and driver.
- Lunch is not included for halfday tour so please well prepare for it before the trip
What you'll see and do
Chuong Village
The conical hat is always associated with the spiritual life of the Vietnamese people. The image of conical hats is always present throughout the land of Vietnam. It is the beauty, charm, idyllic and rustic of the Vietnamese people. The predecessor image of the conical hat appeared around 2500 – 3000 BC. Have you ever wondered how conical hats are made? Join the Vietnam Traditional Villages team to discover the hat village in Hanoi and experience the process of making conical hats – one of the typical symbols of Vietnam! We visit this village, meet the handicraft local artisants and learn how to make the product. Decorate the Vietnamese traditional hats by paiting them at your own
90 minutes here · Admission included
Although Quang Phu Cau incense village has existed for more than a hundred years, up to now, this place still exists and becomes one of the special beauties that clearly depicts the culture of the countryside in the Northern Delta. Coming to Quang Phu Cau incense village, you can not only visit and listen to stories about incense making but also have the opportunity to check-in with the eye-catching “giant flowers” here. Pack your suitcase and join Vietnam Traditional Villages to discover Quang Phu Cau Incense Village! We visit the village, have time for taking some photo in the beautiful and colorful scene of the village. Then we will visit the factory where you will see how the local people produce the incense sticks. After that, back to the city center. Optional to be dropped off at the train street then you visit and back to hotel later at your own. If you have already been in the train street, just stay on bus then we will drop off back to hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter.
90 minutes here · Admission included
Vietnamese Lacquer Painting - Ha Thai Village
Next, journey to 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 do your own 1 of the most important process to make a painting lacquer art product.
90 minutes here · Admission not included
Duờng Tau
Your journey concludes with a return to Hanoi, with the option to be dropped off at the famous Train Street or another drop off back to meeting point upon your selection.
5 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Hanoi
Office located at No.27 Hang Bac Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Office located at No.27 Hang Bac Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi.
Options you can book
Full-Day Group Tour 3 Villages
Duration: 8 hours: Includes a home-cooked lunch. Places visited are 3 Villages (Incense , Hat, Lacquer ) Drop-off at the train street (optional) Tourist Bus Pickup included
Group 2 Villages & Street Food
Duration: 8 hours Street Food Walking Tour Group 2 Villages & Street Food: Full-Day Group Tour: Places visited are 2 Villages (Incense , Hat, ) and Hanoi Street Food Walking Tour with Train Street. Tourist Bus Pickup included
Half-Day Group Tour No Lunch
Duration: 5 hours: Visit 2 Villages (Incense & Hat) . Pick up available at hotels located in Hanoi old quarter. Train street(optional drop off) Tourist Bus Pickup included
Half-Day Private Tour No Lunch
Duration: 5 hours: Visit 2 Villages (Incense & Hat) . Pick up available at hotels located in Hanoi old quarter. Train street(optional drop off) Car Pickup included
Full-Day Private 3 Villages
Duration: 8 hours: Includes a home-cooked lunch. Places visited are 3 Villages (Incense , Hat, Lacquer ) Drop-off at the train street (optional) Car Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Tinny Travel
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not suitable for disable and blinded travelers
- Not recommended for wheelchair users
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 87 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
87 verified traveler reviews for Incense Village, Hat & Lacquer Artisanal Tour Options From Hanoi. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
So colorful!
Beautiful and educational experience. The incense village is incredibly bright and beautiful. And we enjoyed painting our own Vietnamese hats :)
via Viator
So fun
She was very knowledgeable and provided immersion in what we were doing.
via Tripadvisor
Good day out
Really well done tour Worth the price. Our tour guide Sophia was grate. Thanks very much Good luck for everything
via Tripadvisor
Incense and hat!
An awesome experience. The itinerary delivered. Diana was a superb guide…provided lots of information. Vehicle and driver were great. A great easy way to see incense and hat process. I highly recommend.
via Tripadvisor
No Accessibility and No Empathy for Disabled Travelers
We had a very disappointing experience. My husband has a prosthetic leg, and during transportation in a very small van, he had to remove it due to lack of space. When we arrived, he only needed a few minutes to put it back on, but the guide left without us. We were left alone with no direction, got lost, and felt unsafe. When we raised our concerns, the guide was dismissive and rude, and showed no understanding of his condition. We ultimately decided to leave the tour early and return to our hotel at our own expense.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $17 to $141
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 30
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 77
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Incense Village, Hat & Lacquer Artisanal Tour Options From Hanoi: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Hanoi.
How much does Incense Village, Hat & Lacquer Artisanal Tour Options From Hanoi cost?
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Prices start at $17 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Hanoi usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Incense Village, Hat & Lacquer Artisanal Tour Options From Hanoi take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Hanoi is not rushed.
Is Incense Village, Hat & Lacquer Artisanal Tour Options From Hanoi worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 77 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 87 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Hanoi, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Incense Village, Hat & Lacquer Artisanal Tour Options From Hanoi?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Incense Village, Hat & Lacquer Artisanal Tour Options From Hanoi suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Incense Village, Hat & Lacquer Artisanal Tour Options From Hanoi?
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Around 30 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Hanoi can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Hanoi and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Incense Village, Hat & Lacquer Artisanal Tour Options From Hanoi start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Hanoi within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Hanoi?
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On Outty we rank every Hanoi experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Ninh Binh Day Trip from Hanoi with Tam Coc or Trang An & Mua Cave, Ha Giang Loop Tour 4 Days 3 Nights with Ha Giang Vision Tour, Halong Bay Day Tour With Titop Island, Cave, Kayak & Lunch. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Hanoi?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Hanoi?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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