Conical Hat, Incense & Duong Lam Village Day Tour

Step back in time with Mr. Linh's Adventures. Discover the timeless charm of Duong Lam Village, learn the art of traditional incense making, and craft iconic conical hats. This enriching day tour from Hanoi offers a unique blend of history, culture, and hands-on experiences.

Destination:

Hanoi - Bustling capital city of Northern Vietnam

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Departure date: Daily
Destination: Duong Lam ancient village, Son Tay, Ha Noi, Vietnam
Duration: 1 day
Tour price from: US $59 per person

Full day: Duong Lam ancient village - King's Ngo Quyen and Phung Hung temple
7:30 AM – Pick-Up in Hanoi
Begin your adventure with a convenient hotel pick-up in the heart of Hanoi. Meet your guide from Mr Linh's Adventures, who will share insights about the day ahead as you leave the city behind.

9:00 AM – Incense Crafting Experience
Arrive at a small family-run workshop specializing in the art of incense-making. Learn about this centuries-old tradition, try your hand at rolling incense sticks, and take a fragrant bundle home as a souvenir.

Highlights:
    Discover the cultural significance of incense in Vietnamese rituals.
    Hands-on crafting session with local artisans.

10:30 AM – Conical Hat Weaving Workshop
Visit a traditional village renowned for producing Vietnam’s iconic nón lá (conical hats). Watch skilled artisans weave palm leaves into intricate designs and join a workshop to create your own miniature hat to take home.

Highlights:
    Learn the stories behind the conical hat.
    Take home a handcrafted souvenir.

12:00 PM – Traditional Vietnamese Lunch
Savor an authentic countryside lunch at a local home. Enjoy a delectable feast of seasonal dishes and gain insights into local ingredients and culinary traditions.

1:30 PM – Explore Duong Lam Ancient Village
Step back in time as you wander through the cobblestone streets of Duong Lam Village, a national historic and cultural monument in Vietnam, famous for its 300-year-old houses (the oldest dates back over 400 years). Visit historic temples, meet friendly locals, and soak in the serene charm of rural Vietnam.

Highlights:
    Visit Mong Phu Temple and ancient houses in laterite.
    Learn about village life and the history of Duong Lam.

4:00 PM – Scenic Drive Back to Hanoi
Enjoy the tranquil countryside views as you return to Hanoi. Your guide will share reflections on the day and answer any lingering questions about Vietnamese culture.

5:30 PM – Drop-Off at Your Hotel
Arrive back in Hanoi with unforgettable memories, unique handcrafted souvenirs, and a deeper appreciation of Vietnam’s cultural heritage..

One day adventure to Duong Lam ancient village

Tour Includes:

Professional vehicle transportations and commercial vehicle insurance. Professional driver
All private transfer and transportation
Private door to door pick-up drop-off services
Experienced English-speaking guide
Meals as stated in the itinerary (B: Breakfast; L: Lunch; D: Dinner)
(Optional) Vegetarian and vegan food is available
Bottled water
All sightseeing tickets
All Taxes and Fees
No extra charge after confirmation
24/7 hotline support guaranteed
(Optional) Child seats are required

Tour Excludes:

Personal expenses, tips and gratuities
Travel insurance
International & domestic flights and taxes
Beverage
Other personal expenses: drinks, souvenir, etc.

What To Take:

Pack essentials, including light comfortable clothes suitable for outdoor activities, comfortable walking shoes. Take a small day pack for hiking and trekking
It is essential to bring your passport on this trip. We also recommend packing: insect repellent, sun cream, raincoat and sun hat...

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Conical Hat, Incense & Duong Lam Village Day Tour

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Helen B

Wrote a review 9 - 2024

Bespoke Tour; Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Cat Ba Island and Lan ha Bay

Review of: Conical Hat, Incense & Duong Lam Village Day Tour

I can highly recommend Mr Linh's Adventures and our Travel Consultant Helen. From first contacting Helen I knew we were in good hands, she expertly managed our expectations to maximise our time without over stretching the itinerary. Helen crafted a bespoke 7 night plan that incorporated Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Cat Ba Island and Lan Ha Bay with private guides as well as free time so we could explore under our own steam.

Accommodation included hotels, homestays and a cruise on Lan Ha Bay and all were excellent.

Our dietary requirements (two of us are gluten and dairy free) were communicated to all involved in our trip and we were very well catered for.

Whilst we were on Cat Ba Island sailing was postponed due to a tropical storm which meant staying an extra night over and above our tour arrangements. Helen negotiated a great rate at the hotel we were already at, so there was no need to change accommodation or even rooms and ensured our return to Hanoi went smoothly once we could sail again the following day.

Last minute add on's to our Hanoi part of the trip were seamlessly added in and having some extra time in Ho Chi Minh City Helen arranged a private tour to the Chu Chi Tunnels.

Our guides and drivers were all excellent, and we cannot praise them enough, particularly with how engaging they were with our children (ages 10 & 12). The local and national knowledge they shared was brilliant and we left them with a much richer knowledge of Vietnam.

We spent a total of two weeks in Vietnam and Helen took care of over half of our holiday. Booking our trip North this way took all of the stress out of it and we are so glad we did.

Date of experience: 9 2024

Morten

Wrote a review 11 - 2024

Interesting trip, knowledgeable guide, fun tour

Review of: Conical Hat, Incense & Duong Lam Village Day Tour

Great trip around Hanoi to interesting Vietnam cultural destinations. Out guide was very social, knowledgeable and entertaining

Date of experience: 11 2023

Divyani D

Wrote a review 10 - 2024

Unique experience, excellent guides!

Review of: Conical Hat, Incense & Duong Lam Village Day Tour

I was able to join two of the tours offered from Hanoi and back and was completely mesmerized by the landscapes outside of the city. The team was punctual, supportive, communicative and the facilities offered were clean and adequate.

The diverse variety of tours offered are incredibly attractive, along with the fantastic activities that are a part of the packages. I look forward to coming back to see parts of the country that I missed, especially with this crew :)

Date of experience: 9 2023

saba p

Wrote a review 8 - 2024

Excellent

Review of: Conical Hat, Incense & Duong Lam Village Day Tour

I did my whole vietnam itinerary with them which includes 3 day Hanoi, 1 day Ha long bay tour, and 3 day Ha giang loop. And everything was great!!! Helen was so helpful at every step when i needed help and all of my tour guides were the best! I highly recommend Mr. Linh’s adventure if you are looking to spend very quality time in Vietnam.

Date of experience: 8 2023

Londoneratlarge

Wrote a review 8 - 2024

Brilliant guide

Review of: Conical Hat, Incense & Duong Lam Village Day Tour

We were recommended by a friend as we wanted a private guide and to tailor make our trip
Billy met us in Hanoi, took us to the hotel, plenty of time to relax, then off on a walk a street tour food tasting, puppet theatre etc. He was so helpful, we tried local fruit, egg coffee. very knowledgeable.plenty of time with a guide, plenty of time by ourselves. Just when we were getting tired he found a hotel that had a pool we could relax by before the night train. little thoughtful touches.
we tailor made our trip, the company were helpful and made suggestions the whole way. not the cheapest, not the most expensive. But worth it for complete relaxation that it was all organised. I forgot contact lenses, billy took me to get more. nothing is a problem.
great company, great itinerary, great guides, recommend. pay by amex for your peace of mind.

Date of experience: 7 2019