The Colors Of Craft Villages Lacquer & Clay: Ha Thai & Bat Trang Experience

Time Departures:

Every day: from 8:30 AM  - 16:00 PM

HIGHLIGHT:

• Ride in  an open-air UAZ Jeep 7S with water, tea, coffee onboard.
• Travel along the dike road and through  winding village lanes.
• Visit the Lacquer paiting exhibition and explore the village.
• Meet the artisans and learn about the lacquer techniques.
• Try your hand at making your own lacquer products.
• Enjoy tea with artisan's family and taste the local cuisine.
• Visit Bat Trang pottery village and learn  about making   creamics.
• Ceramic making experience.

Detailed Itinerary:

Before our tour starts, our friendly tour guide will meet you either at the Hanoi Opera House (our designated pick-up spot) or your hotel in the Old Quarter. They will warmly welcome you and briefly introduce you, ensuring you have all the information you need for an enjoyable tour. Once we're ready, we'll begin our exciting journey together.

At 8:30: Our UAZ will pick you up at the Hanoi Opera House/ your hotel at the Old Quarter

Around 9:30: We will arrive at Hạ Thái Village

Hạ Thái Lacquer village is located about 17km south of Hanoi, in Duyên Thái Commune, Thường Tín district. The community began as a ward and its major occupation was to paint and gild items for monarchs and royalty.

In 2020, Hạ Thái was officially recognized by the People's Committee of Hanoi as a tourist destination.

In a small little alley, there's a lacquer workshop, Meet Trần Công Dũng - a talented artist who helps bring lacquer painting closer to many people.

While looking around the workshop we'll know more about lacquerware, how they are made and maybe try your hand at making them.

At 11:00: We will go on a ferry across the Red River and continue our way to Bát Tràng 

At 11:45: Have lunch at a local restaurant that serves some of Bát Tràng's most delicious delicacies

Enjoy a delightful lunch at a peaceful riverside restaurant, where the tranquil setting complements the authentic flavors of traditional Vietnamese countryside cuisine. Surrounded by nature, this meal offers a taste of rural life, where dishes are made from fresh, local ingredients that capture the essence of the land. It’s more than just a meal-it’s an immersive experience, allowing you to connect with the simple, warm-hearted culture of Vietnam’s villages while savoring the true taste of home-cooked dishes. This is the perfect opportunity to relax and enjoy the harmony of nature and culture, all by the river’s edge.

From 13:00 - 15:30: We will walk around Bát Tràng, getting to know about this village.

Bát Tràng Pottery Village is a noteworthy example of Vietnam's long-standing traditional craft villages. Not only is Bát Tràng Pottery Village a site to preserve Hanoi's ancient culture but is also one of Vietnam's major pottery suppliers. After many ups and downs, Bát Tràng Pottery Village is now a very popular tourist site, drawing lots of visitors who want to see how ceramics are made and purchase the greatest gifts for their friends and family. 

Some notable attractions in Bát Tràng:

Bát Tràng Ancient Village

One of the places you shouldn't miss when visiting Bát Tràng is the ancient village, which is thought to be around 700 years old.

There are a lot of small alleys running around the village with moss-covered walls that have been tinted with the colors of the past. You can find traditional houses hidden in these small alleyways. Your images will undoubtedly look amazing against the backdrop of these traditional Vietnamese houses.

Lò Bầu Cổ - The Old Dragon Kiln

A must-visit location in Bat Trang village for tourists. Lo Bau Co, a 19th-century invention, is thought to be Bát Tràng Village's last extant ancient kiln.

Visiting Lo Bau, visitors seem to understand the traditional process of making a ceramic product of our ancestors. At Lo Bau Co, there will be a pottery-making yard for visitors who want to experience pottery-making activities here.

Bát Tràng Pottery Market

Walking along the Pottery Market in front of the village is a fascinating activity that offers both sightseeing and shopping opportunities.

The Market is filled with a wide array of handy artifacts crafted by talented local artisans, showcasing a variety of sizes and colors. When you visit Bat Trang village, it is highly recommended to purchase pottery products as souvenirs for your friends and relatives.

At 16:00: Drop off at the Hanoi Opera House/ your hotel in the Old Quarter

OUR POLICES:

Children policy

Children under 4 years old - free of charge

Children from 5-10 years old - charge a 75% rate as adult

Children from 11 years old and above - fully charged as an adult

Cancellation policy

In case you want to cancel a booking, you must notify us via email. The cancellation fee will be applied based on the following conditions:

*Turning up late to the tour for whatever reasons will be considered a late cancellation and will result in 100% of the payment charged

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