Top Northern Vietnam Arts & Design

Enjoy a hassle-free arrival with this Hanoi airport private arrival transfer. Meet your friendly driver when your plane touches down and avoid the headache of navigating a new city. Your professional driver will be waiting with a personalized signboard to whisk you off to your hotel of choice.

Learn to cook like a local during this lesson in Hanoi. After meeting up with an informative instructor in the historic Old Quarter, head to the city’s largest market and learn about the basics of Vietnamese cooking. Pick the best produce and spices, then cook several authentic dishes. Afterward, enjoy your creations while sipping complimentary rice wine.

This tour goes beyond sightseeing by combining authentic local experiences, hands-on activities, and cultural storytelling. Travel by classic Jeep, explore Bat Trang with local artisans, join a pottery workshop, and enjoy traditional Hanoi cuisine—creating a meaningful and immersive journey rather than a typical tour.

Explore Hanoi’s Old Quarter on foot with a foodie guide who introduces you to local cuisine. This street food tour takes you off the beaten path to food stalls and local eateries in Vietnam's capital city. Sample authentic dishes and learn about Vietnamese cuisine. Plus, you can upgrade to add an egg coffee class or visit to the famous Train Street to your itinerary.

Escape the bustling confines of Hanoi city, and breath the fresh air on this full-day rural Vietnam tour. With a local lunch of goat meat, fried rice and local fruits onboard, you’ll be fueled for an afternoon of action, taking in the scenery by both bamboo boat and mountain bike. See local villagers going about their daily lives as you come to appreciate a quieter slice of Vietnamese culture.

Explore the heart of Hanoi with a private 4-hour customizable tour tailored to your interests. This exclusive journey takes you from the tranquil Tran Quoc Pagoda on West Lake to the historic Ho Chi Minh Complex, allowing you to avoid long queues while immersing yourself in Vietnam's rich heritage. Discover the architectural beauty of the French Quarter and wander through the vibrant Old Quarter's hidden streets, experiencing local life firsthand. Enjoy a flexible schedule with morning or afternoon options, ensuring a personal and stress-free exploration of Vietnam's capital. - Fully private tour with a local experience expert - Efficient visits to Ho Chi Minh Complex without long waits - Scenic stops at Tran Quoc Pagoda and St. Joseph's Cathedral - Customizable itinerary to fit your interests and preferences

Step into the real Hanoi through a carefully curated private experience that reveals both its vibrant chaos and quiet beauty. This is not a checklist tour, but a natural journey through hidden alleys, historic landmarks, local cafés, and scenic lakes - designed to feel immersive, balanced, and personal. From the energy of the Old Quarter and the uniqueness of railway-side life to peaceful temples and open lake views, each moment is selected to create contrast, authenticity, and visual impact. With a private driver, flexible pacing, and a local perspective, this experience allows you to explore Hanoi comfortably while discovering places and details most travelers miss.

The vanishing craft of creating fish traps is kept alive by a handful of elderly workers, who expertly weave bamboo and other materials into intricate traps. Against the backdrop of an old, weathered house, the scene is one of tradition and timelessness. It's a beautiful reminder of the importance of preserving cultural practices and the wisdom of our elders. The striking visual contrast of the aged workers' hands deftly weaving the traps with the aged walls of the house creates an atmosphere that is both nostalgic and inspiring. This photo tour offers a glimpse into a world that is quickly disappearing, and captures the essence of life in the rural countryside of Vietnam.

Discover the hidden gems of northern Vietnam on a unique day trip to Quang Phu Cau incense village and Huong Pagoda. Start your journey with a visit to Quang Phu Cau, where you’ll be amazed by the vivid red incense sticks spread out like flowers in the sun. Meet skilled artisans, learn about a craft passed down for over 100 years, and capture incredible photos in this colorful, cultural village. Continue to Huong Pagoda, Vietnam’s most sacred Buddhist site. Enjoy a peaceful boat ride along the Yen Stream, surrounded by rice fields and green hills. Visit ancient pagodas, explore the famous Huong Tich Cave, and take in breathtaking views from the mountain—whether you hike or ride the cable car. Stop by Thien Tru Pagoda for more cultural wonders and peaceful moments. This tour offers a perfect blend of tradition, spirituality, and natural beauty. Book now for a meaningful and unforgettable Vietnamese experience!

Leave behind the bustle of Hanoi and step into the timeless charm of two traditional craft villages rich in heritage. In Chuong Village and Quang Phu Cau Incense Village, discover the enduring art of conical hat making and incense crafting, traditions passed down through generations. Meet talented artisans, watch their meticulous techniques, and immerse yourself in the rhythms of rural life. Try your hand at painting and assembling your own conical hat, taking home a unique handmade keepsake that captures the spirit of Vietnam’s living artistry.

Leave behind the busy streets of Hanoi and step into the heart of Vietnam’s cultural traditions with a journey to two iconic craft villages. In Chuong Village, explore the centuries-old art of conical hat making, carefully preserved through generations. Then continue to Quang Phu Cau, a kaleidoscope of color where thousands of incense sticks are handcrafted each day, filling the air with fragrance. Meet local artisans, watch their time-honored techniques, and experience rural life up close. With expert guidance, paint and assemble your own conical hat — a unique keepsake and a lasting reminder of Vietnam’s enduring artistry.

The Ho Chi Minh Complex and Temple of Literature are two of Ho Chi Minh City’s most visited attractions and serve as important reminders of Vietnam’s past. With this tour, learn about the communist revolutionary and former Vietnamese Prime Minister as you visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and One Pillar Pagoda, then travel further back in time to the Ly and Tran dynasties by exploring the history of the Temple of Literature.

It takes a local to navigate the Old Quarter’s warren of back streets and identify the best street food. On this walking tour, your foodie guide will introduce you to at least seven separate Vietnamese dishes and drinks—from egg coffee and “banh mi” sandwiches through to fresh beer and noodle soup—as they explain Hanoi’s food culture and ingredients. They’ll even collect you from your Old Quarter hotel.

Capture Vietnam's authentic heritage handicraft on this immersive half-day photo tour to Chuong Conical Hat Making Village and Quang Phu Cau Incense Village – a treat for culture and photography enthusiasts offering rare glimpses into centuries-old traditions. In Chuong, photograph skilled artisans meticulously weaving iconic Vietnamese conical hats, testaments to remarkable craftsmanship passed down generations. The highlight is the photo opportunities at Quang Phu Cau, renowned for incense production. Explore the largest factory, capturing the mesmerizing process from blending aromatic ingredients to delicate rolling and drying – a sensory delight for your camera. Your knowledgeable guide shares insights into rich customs, ensuring a deeper appreciation for Vietnam's cultural tapestry through your photographs. Immortalize authentic rural charm where age-old crafts thrive, and bring home unique mementos – handcrafted hats or fragrant incense, alongside precious photo memories.

Immerse yourself in a relaxing tour from Hanoi through three villages that are famous for their traditional crafts. Discover the arts of lacquerware, incense, and conical hat making as a driver takes you to the Chuong, Ha Thai and Quang Phu Cau villages. Learn about the local culture and craftspeople at each stop, then try your hand at lacquer painting and crafting a hat.

This walking tour focuses on Hanoi’s French Quarter, combining colonial-era architecture with stories of modern city life. Led by a local guide, the experience offers relaxed pacing, clear explanations, and meaningful cultural context through exterior visits only, allowing guests to understand how Hanoi has evolved over time.

Enjoy the stunning natural landscapes of one of Vietnam's most scenic provinces on this day trip to Ninh Binh from Hanoi. You won't have to plan any of the logistics, and you can choose from multiple tours depending on which activities and attractions you want to include. Check off highlights such as Hoa Lu, the ancient Vietnamese capital, and enjoy a boat tour in Tam Coc or Trang An.

Discover the beauty and culture of Sa Pa on this immersive trekking experience combined with a traditional Hmong batik workshop. Accompanied by a local guide, you’ll hike through stunning rice terraces and mountain valleys while learning about the daily life and customs of the region’s ethnic communities. After the trek, Join a hands-on Hmong batik workshop, where you’ll learn the traditional wax-resist dyeing technique and create your own textile artwork to take home as a meaningful souvenir. Alternatively, enjoy a local cultural exchange experience and gain deeper insight into the traditions, crafts, stories that have been passed down through generations. This experience is perfect for travelers seeking a balance of nature, culture, and creativity in one unforgettable journey through the highlands of northern Vietnam. At the beginning of the tour, a cash tip of 500,000 VND per person is collected as part of the tour policy to support service staff throughout the journey.

Escape the hustle of Hanoi on a peaceful day trip to three of Vietnam’s most cherished craft villages. Visit Chuong, Ha Thai, and Quang Phu Cau, where age-old traditions of conical hat making, lacquerware, and incense crafting are still lovingly preserved. Meet skilled artisans, learn their time-honored techniques, and join in hands-on workshops—paint your own lacquerware and weave a conical hat to take home. Midday, enjoy a delicious home-cooked Vietnamese lunch in a local family’s house, with both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options. Conclude your journey with a unique handmade conical hat, a meaningful keepsake of Vietnam’s rich cultural heritage.

The Quintessence of Tonkin Set at the foot of Thay Pagoda Mountain near Hanoi, The Quintessence of Tonkin is a spectacular open-air performance on a grand water stage. Blending traditional music, dance, water puppetry, and modern lighting, the show beautifully brings Northern Vietnam’s rural life, spirituality, and cultural heritage to life. Before the performance, guests can enjoy a lively village atmosphere with local street food, traditional snacks, and folk games (food is not included in the ticket price and is paid on site). Performed by professional artists and local villagers, this immersive show offers an authentic and unforgettable glimpse into Vietnam’s cultural soul. Three ticket categories are available: Silver, Gold, and Premium.

Learn the art of making ceramics and create a unique souvenir from your time in Vietnam with this tour from Hanoi. Travel to the Bat Trang Ceramic Village for a tour inside a pottery factory and watch locals at work. Then it’s time to make your own piece of pottery by hand, paint it, and put it in the kiln. Ceramics require an extra two days to be properly completed.

Escape the bustle of Hanoi and enjoy a peaceful day exploring three of Vietnam’s most iconic craft villages. Visit Chuong, Ha Thai, and Quang Phu Cau, where generations of artisans have preserved the age-old traditions of conical hat making, lacquerware painting, and incense crafting. Meet skilled locals, learn their delicate techniques, and join hands-on workshops to paint lacquerware and create your own conical hat. Enjoy a delicious home-cooked Vietnamese lunch in a local house, with both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options. Conclude your journey with a handmade hat — a meaningful memento of Vietnam’s living craft heritage.

Escape the bustle of Hanoi and immerse yourself in Vietnam’s rich cultural traditions on this serene full-day craft village tour. Travel to Chuong, Ha Thai, and Quang Phu Cau — three iconic villages where ancient crafts have been lovingly preserved for generations. Discover the art of conical hat making, witness the delicate process of lacquerware painting, and explore the vibrant world of incense crafting. Meet local artisans, learn their time-honored techniques, and enjoy hands-on experiences such as creating your own conical hat and decorating lacquerware. Savor a home-cooked Vietnamese lunch in a welcoming local home, with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options available. Conclude your journey with a one-of-a-kind keepsake — a conical hat made by you — a beautiful reminder of Vietnam’s enduring craftsmanship and cultural soul.