Hanoi Outing: Duong Lam Rural Life & Artisan Workshop (Full day)

Highlights

Escape from Hanoi to a peaceful ancient village and spend the day discovering Northern Vietnam’s countryside heritage. Walk through quiet village lanes, learn about traditional local life, enjoy a countryside-style lunch, and take part in a hands-on workshop experience in the afternoon.

Itinerary

08:00 . Pick-up at hotel / Old Quarter - Tour with guide
Our tour guide and coach will pick you up at your hotel or meeting point in the Old Quarter.
09:30 . Arrive at Duong Lam village - Tour with guide
Begin your visit at Mia Pagoda, known for its peaceful atmosphere and ancient Buddhist statues. Enjoy a quiet introduction to the spiritual side of the village.
10:15 . Mong Phu Communal House - Tour with guide
Visit Mong Phu Communal House, an important cultural and spiritual site in the village. Learn about the traditional role of communal houses in Northern Vietnamese village life.
11:15 . Ancient Houses & Village Walk - Tour with guide
Walk through narrow village lanes lined with laterite walls, old gates, courtyards, and traditional houses. Visit local ancient houses and hear stories about family traditions, rural lifestyle, and Duong Lam’s famous fermented soy sauce.
12:30 . Lunch at a Local Restaurant - Tour with guide
13:45 . Ginger Sweet Making Workshop - Tour with guide
Learn how to make “chè lam”, a traditional sticky rice ginger sweet often enjoyed with tea.
15:00 . Return to Hanoi - Tour with guide
16:30 . Back to original pick-up point - Tour with guide
End of Tour. - Tour with guide

What to Expect

- Explore Duong Lam Ancient Village, one of the most charming traditional villages near Hanoi;
- Visit Mia Pagoda, famous for its peaceful setting and ancient Buddhist statues;
- Visit the iconic Mong Phu Communal House, an important cultural and spiritual landmark;
- Walk through traditional ancient houses and learn about local family life in Northern Vietnam;
- Discover Duong Lam’s famous fermented soy sauce and other village traditions;
- Enjoy a local lunch and experience the slow rhythm of rural life just outside Hanoi;
- Experience a local authentic workshop of making Ginger sweet.

Term & conditions

Tour inclusive:
● Vietnamese/ English - speaking guide service.
● Private, air-conditioned transfer.
● Lunch at a local restaurant.
● Workshop Experience.
● Drinking water.
● Admission fee(s) as specified in the program.
● VAT and service charge.

Tour exclusive:

● Travel insurance & all meals and beverage unspecified.
● Personal expenses, optional visit and other services unspecified.

Childen policy:

Children from 0 – 5 years old: Free of charge (*)

Children from 6 – 10 years old:
Sharing bed with two adults: 50% of adult price
Sharing room with two adults, using extra bed: 80% of adult price
Twin-sharing room with one adult: 100% of adult price

Children from 11 years old: 100% of adult price

(*) One child traveling with two adults will be free of charge; the 2nd child will pay 50% of adult price.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation charge will be applied if cancellation notice made:
After booking confirmation: 10% of the tour fare.
Within 24 hours before departure time: 40% of the tour fare.
Last-minute or no-show: 100% of the tour fare.