A Colorful Journey of Heritage and Craftsmanship

8 hours
$85 - Maximum 9 guests per group for a personalized experience/Pax

OVERVIEW - INCENSE CRAFT VILLAGE & HANOI CITY TOUR

Immerse yourself in the vibrant charm of Vietnam’s traditional incense-making craft and Hanoi’s timeless heritage. This full-day tour offers a perfect blend of cultural exploration and local artistry — from the colorful incense village of Quang Phu Cau to the historical heart of Hanoi.

WHAT TO EXPECT

  • Visit Quang Phu Cau, the 100-year-old incense craft village, and witness the full process of making incense by hand.

  • Interact with local artisans and capture stunning photos of bright, colorful incense bundles.

  • Discover Hanoi’s rich culture through its historical landmarks and hidden stories.

  • Enjoy an authentic Vietnamese lunch at the elegant Mesdames Linh Cuisine restaurant.

  • Travel comfortably by limousine with an English-speaking guide.

ITINERARY

07:45 – 08:15: Pick up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter.

08:30: Depart for Quang Phu Cau Village — famous for its century-old incense-making tradition.

10:00: Arrive at the village. Walk around to see how incense is made, meet local families, and take photos of colorful incense displays.
Learn about the craft’s history and daily life of artisans.


11:00: Depart back to Hanoi.

12:30: Enjoy a Vietnamese set lunch at Mesdames Linh Cuisine restaurant.

13:45 – 14:00: Visit the Temple of Literature — Vietnam’s first national university.

15:00: Continue to Hoa Lo Prison (Maison Centrale), a historical site that reveals both colonial and wartime stories of Hanoi.

16:00 – 16:30: End of tour. Drop-off at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter.



SCHEDULES & DURATION

  • Tour duration: Full day (approx. 8 hours)

  • Departure: 07:45 – 08:15 AM

  • Return: 16:00 – 16:30 PM

 

DEPARTURE: Free pick-up from hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter.

END: Drop-off at hotel or nearby point in Old Quarter (depending on traffic restrictions)

 

NEED TO KNOW

CHILDREN POLICY
  • 1–4 years old: Free (1st child sharing seat with parents; 2nd child charged 75%)

  • 5–8 years old: 75% of adult rate

  • 9 years & above: 100% adult rate
     

*** NOTE ***
  • Modest clothing required when visiting religious or historical sites (shoulders and knees covered).

  • Bring essentials such as cash, camera, sunscreen, raincoat/umbrella.

  • Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is closed on Mondays, Fridays, and for maintenance (15 June – 15 August), though guests may still visit the exterior area.

  • Itinerary and schedule may change due to weather or road conditions.

  • On weekends, some streets become pedestrian-only; drop-off will be at the nearest accessible point.

INCLUSIONS & EXCLUSIONS

INCLUSIONS

  • Limousine transfer

  • English-speaking guide

  • Vietnamese set lunch at Mesdames Linh Cuisine

  • Entrance and sightseeing fees

  • Free Wi-Fi and bottled water onboard
     

EXCLUSIONS

  • VAT

  • Drinks during lunch

  • Tips for guide and driver

  • Personal expenses

  • Services not mentioned above

  • Surcharge on Vietnam public holidays

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