Excursion to Ha Thai – Vac – Chuong handicraft village – 01 Day

Morning:
◾ Depart from Hanoi to Ha Thai Lacquer Village, located 25 km from the city center.
◾ Experience a tour showcasing a 200-year-old technique of applying and polishing layers of varnish from Vietnamese lacquer trees, combined with egg shells and mother-of-pearl inlays.
◾ Enjoy a walking tour led by Mr. Dzung, an artist from the village.
Visit houses specializing in different styles or steps of lacquer production.
◾ Head to Mr. Dzung’s workshop, try your hand at making your own lacquer art, and collect some unique souvenirs.
◾ Continue your journey to Vac Bird Cage Making Village, located about 35 km from Hanoi.
◾ Enjoy a scenic drive through the rural countryside, stopping for photographs of idyllic villages and landscapes.
◾ On arrival, meet Mr. Nghe, a third-generation craftsman from a family of bird cage makers.
◾ Learn about the traditional skills of selecting bamboo, treating materials, knitting, and decorating high-quality bird cages.
◾ Try some steps of the crafting process and hear stories about their life.
◾ Take a leisurely stroll around the village, interacting with friendly locals and creating great memories.
Afternoon:
◾ Take a short drive to Chuong Village, famous for making the iconic conical hats that symbolize the charm of Vietnamese women.
◾ Visit Chuong Church and Chuong Temple.
◾ Walk deeper into the village to meet Mrs. Lan and learn how to knit a conical hat.
◾ Practice hat knitting and discover why a conical hat from Chuong Village is one of the most iconic souvenirs to bring home from Vietnam.
Late Afternoon:
◾ Transfer back to your hotel, reflecting on a day full of cultural discovery and hands-on experiences.