CITY TOUR with Tran Quoc Pagoda/ The Temple of Literature/ Quang Phu Cau Incense Village and Conical Hat

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1Day

Start from: $95 /person

Tran Quoc Pagoda - The Temple of Literature - Quang Phu Cau Incense Village and Conical Hats

About the tour

Tran Quoc Pagoda is regarded as the most ancient pagoda in Hanoi with its history line of more than 1,500 years. The architecture of this Buddhist center is a subtle combination between the solemn and beautiful landscape on the peaceful and quiet ambiance of West Lake’s surface. Thanks to these historical and architectural values, Tran Quoc Pagoda attracts many tourists to pay a visit, both inside and outside of Vietnam.

Highlights

Visit the oldest pagoda in Vietnam with beautiful view from West Lake
See the first university of Vietnam with nice architecture
Experience the mesmerizing sights, sounds, and scents of an ancient village
Enjoy an up-close encounter with the Vietnamese art of incense making
Making a traditional conical hat, creating a personalized souvenir to cherish
Savor the flavors of the region at an artisan’s house or riverside restaurant

Detailed itinerary

DAY 1

ITINERARY

7: 30: Our tour guide pickup from your hotel and departure to visit Tran Quoc national Pagoda.

8:00: Arrive at Tran Quoc Pagoda located on Golden Fish IsLand in West Lake
It is the oldest pagoda in Ha Noi built in the 6th century.

8.45-10:00: Continue to visit Temple of Literature – the first university of Vietnam, established in the 11 century

10:15: Getting on bus depart to the incense stick-making village. Learn more about the techniques from local artisans as you walk through the village. Stop at some places in the village to take some awesome photos.

Continue to a local artisan’s house or a riverside restaurant for a meal

14:30: Get back on the bus, and hop to your next destination, just 15 minutes away, the traditional conical hat-making village. Not only observe but also get involved in the process of making and painting your own hat, a souvenir to remember your day.

After bidding farewell to a hat-making village Finally, get back on the bus and head back to Hanoi city center, stopping on the way at a clothing export surplus shop to buy some branded items at a bargain.

17:30 Back to Hotel and say good bye

Immerse yourself in the captivating art of incense-making, enjoy heartwarming interactions with local villagers, and visit a lacquer art-making village on this guided tour from Hanoi.

Inclusions

Hotel pickup and drop-off at your Hotel
Private Car Air-conditioned transfer
Guide
Entrance fees
Entrance fee for Tran Quoc Pagoda, Temple of Literature ,Incense village, Hat village
Lunch at local home