Incense Village Day Trip + Vietnamese Hat Workshop from Hanoi

The tour was quite good; the incense fields were beautiful, but the Vietnamese hat workshop was especially impressive. T...

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Immerse yourself in Vietnam's artisanal tradition on this day trip from Hanoi. You'll explore the colorful world of incense making and discover the ancient art of the iconic Vietnamese hats. Join us!

Details

Duration

9 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and another language.

Included

Hotel pickup in the old town of Hanoi
English–speaking guide
Admission tickets
1 bottle of water
Personalized Vietnamese hat
Lunch (depending on selection)

When to book

You can book up to 5 hours in advance if there are any seats left. Book now and guarantee your spot.

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Cancellations

Please remember that these activities are non-refundable.

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August 24, 2026
Marta
Madrid, Spain
The tour was quite good; the incense fields were beautiful, but the Vietnamese hat workshop was especially impressive. The silk shop and how they make...
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May 15, 2026
Carolina
Treviso, Italy
An experience worth having if you find yourself in Hanoi, especially for the opportunity to decorate the iconic Vietnamese hat to keep as a souvenir o...
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April 21, 2026
Alejandro Ruiz Bermudez
Spain
The guide was incredibly good, as she never stopped talking and cracking jokes. Regarding the "incense village," it's a small industrial park adapted ...
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September 10, 2026
Elma Villarreal Lopez De Robles
Spain
A very entertaining and beautiful excursion! Our guide Nadia is super friendly and explains everything with great enthusiasm!
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August 21, 2026
Alberto
Barcelona, Spain
It was great!! An unforgettable experience, and the prices don't vary much between booking with Civitatis and booking through an agency in the city. I...
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August 20, 2026
Silvia
Castro Urdiales, Spain
It has been a good experience, Luisa has been a great guide.
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August 1, 2026
Fernando
Sabadell, Spain
Fantastic excursion to discover two traditional activities of the country; behind every corner there is an incredible story.
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July 6, 2026
Nazaret
Spain
The excursion is short; we did it on the day we were going back home. You can take some really cool photos; the only thing I would remove is the final...
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May 8, 2026
Roberto
Getxo, Spain
Excellent. A great way to learn about the country's customs.
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April 7, 2026
Giada Di Felice
Italy
It was a wonderful experience, our guide was really good, kind and friendly, I recommend it to everyone.
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Day Trip Options

During the booking process, you can choose between the following options:

6-Hour Day Trip

At the designated time, we'll pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi. From there, we'll set off to Quang Phu Cau, the Incense Village, and Chuong, where the famous Vietnamese hats are made. Let's go!

Our first stop will be at Chuong. This historic spot, with over 300 years of tradition, is known for making the emblematic typical conical hats of Vietnam.

Upon arrival, we'll walk among the workshops, where the craftsmen will show us each step in the meticulous process. You'll have the chance to try one of these traditional nón lá. The best part? At one of these workshops, you'll have 30 minutes to paint a hat that you'll take as a souvenir.

From here, we'll continue toward Quang Phu Cau, the famous Incense Village. Once here, you'll be surrounded by colorful bundles of incense sticks drying in the sun. It'll be a picture-perfect scene!

We'll enter a workshop to see the artisanal process of incense making, from dyeing the sticks to their delivery. Plus, you'll visit the largest incense factory in the town to learn more about the life and work of the artisans.

After this fascinating tour, we'll return to Hanoi. Before arriving, you can choose if you want to end the tour in the Hanoi Train Street or another centric location in the city.

9-Hour Day Trip

Do you have more time? If that's the case, we recommend you opt for a 9-hour day trip. Our first stop will be Ha Thai, a town with over 300 years of history in lacquer painting. An artist will open the doors of their workshop to show us this meticulous process, and if you're up for it, you can create a lacquer piece following their tips. Time to let your creativity run freely!

Our tour will continue in Chuong, the birthplace of the iconic Vietnamese hat. Here, you'll enjoy a homemade lunch prepared with local ingredients. If you like cooking, you can join in making these dishes and discover the secrets of Vietnamese cuisine. After lunch, you'll have the option to personalize your own conical hat by hand painting it, a perfect souvenir of this experience.

In the afternoon, we'll head to Quang Phu Cau, the Incense Village. We'll stroll along its streets filled with color and enter the old houses of the craftsmen to learn about the traditional production of incense. You'll also visit the largest incense factory in the town, filled with incense sticks. It's the perfect place for a picture!

Finally, we'll return to Hanoi, where we can drop you off at the famous Hanoi Train Street or any other point in the center.

Hotel Pickup

This tour includes pickup at your hotel in the old town of Hanoi. If your hotel is outside the old town, we'll meet in front of the Phe La Coffee café.

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