Van Phuc village of silk half-day tour from Ha Noi
Do this because
- Escape the big city to experience Van Phuc, a peaceful Vietnamese Village with communal houses, fish ponds and ancient banyan trees
- Visit local families who are keeping the 1000-year-old tradition of Silk Weaving alive
- Watch and learn every step of the intricate Silk Weaving process
- Make the most of being able to purchase silk products at reasonable prices
What to expect
Discover the ancient craft of silk weaving on this half-day tour and see how it remains a rich tradition for many Vietnamese within a village that has been one of Vietnam’s prime silk weaving locations for over 1000 years. Watch patterns and products produced, plus get the chance to purchase silk products at a fraction of the retail price.
Starting from meeting your guide once collected at your accommodation, you'll be driven 45-minutes North-West to Van Phuc Silk Village. You'll hear how it's traditionally associated with silk weaving in Ha Dong plus how the craft of silk weaving started over 1000 years ago. Then, once you arrive at this village on the bank of the Nhue River, you'll take a peaceful stroll and admire the communal houses, fish ponds and ancient banyan trees.
Next, meet the local families for whom silk production is a method of earning for living. You'll watch the stages of producing handmade silk: from spinning and gluing to weaving and finishing of the silk wares. After, you'll visit the shrines of the village where the first masters are worshipped. A chance to shop for silk products at reasonable prices completes your experience.
Important to know
- Please contact the local operator after booking to confirm your pickup details. You will find the contact information in the voucher after booking
- The minimum number of adults required per booking is 2
- This tour is limited to 15 participants to ensure a more personalized experience
- Please be ready in the hotel's lobby at least 15 mins before the pickup time
- The tour is available in English language only
What’s included
Pick-up and drop-off from/to hotels in Hoan Kiem, Ba Dinh, and Hai Ba Trung District only
Entrance fees
Guided tour
Water
Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
What’s not included
Pick-up and drop-off from/to hotels outside Hoan Kiem, Ba Dinh, and Hai Ba Trung District
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Location
Meeting point:
You will provide accommodation details within Ha Noi city at checkout then confirm your pickup time and location directly with the local operator.
Provider
HOI AN EXPRESS BUSINESS TRAVEL SERVICES COMPANY LIMITED
Need a hand?
Would you like some help making a booking? Or perhaps you just want to ask a few questions. Whatever the reason, don't hesitate to get in touch.
Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET
Phone number: +1 208-744-6464
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