Hanoi Half-Day Excursion: Incense Village & Conical Hat Making

Leave behind the bustle of Hanoi and step into the timeless beauty of Vietnam’s traditional craft villages.

In Chuong Village, witness the delicate art of conical hat making, a heritage skill carefully preserved through generations.

Continue to Quang Phu Cau, the famous incense village, where vibrant bundles of handcrafted incense create a kaleidoscope of colors.

Meet passionate artisans, watch their intricate techniques, and gain a genuine glimpse into rural life.

Under expert guidance, try painting and assembling your own conical hat, then take home your handmade piece — a meaningful keepsake of Vietnam’s living cultural legacy.

7:30 - 8:00 (Morning) or 12:00 - 12:30 (Afternoon): Pick-up from your hotel or private address in Hanoi Old Quarter and departure to Chuong village

First, we'll visit the historic Chuong village, renowned for its 300-year-old tradition of conical hat making. Here, you'll meet local artisans and observe the intricate process of crafting these iconic Vietnamese hats.

Next, we'll head to the century-old Quang Phu Cau incense village, famous for its vibrant incense craft. Stroll through the village center, witnessing families engaged in small-scale incense production. You'll visit a specialist household that dyes incense sticks, offering perfect photo opportunities of colorful incense bundles. The tour culminates with a visit to the village's largest incense factory. Here, you'll get an in- depth look at the entire incense-making process, from raw materials to finished products, and gain insights into the lives of rural workers.

13:00 - 13:30 (Morning) or 18:00 - 18:30 (Afternoon): Our journey concludes with a return to Hanoi Old Quarter. Please note: This half-day tour does not include lunch, so we recommend eating beforehand or bringing snacks to keep you energized throughout the afternoon.

• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• This half-day tour does not include lunch, so we recommend eating beforehand or bringing snacks to keep you energized throughout the afternoon.