A Family Day In Ha Noi

  • DepartingDaily
  • Days1
  • StyleBasic
  • From$13USD

This Hanoi family trip ticks all the boxes, from hands-on activities to educational experiences. Learn to make pottery in a local village, dine for a good cause and explore the fascinating history and culture of a charming ancient village. Wrap up the day by perfecting the art of making banh cuon pancakes, a traditional dish of northern Vietnam.

Start Hanoi, Vietnam
Finish Hanoi, Thailand
Destination Vietnam
Style Basic

Code TVSR
Physical rating ***
Ages Not required
Group size Min 2 paxs

Small groups

Average group size of 10 paxs

Local leaders

Local food, accommodation and transport

Responsible travel

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Itinerary

Today’s tour begins at 08:30. After a sumptuous breakfast, drive 30 minutes to the ancient village of Bat Trang, a traditional porcelain and pottery community. Start exploring the old charms of the town by walking through ancient and narrow alleys while admiring the unique architecture. Step into a local house and learn the intricate steps involved in making ceramic works of art from skillful craftsmen. Next, sleeves will be rolled up and hands sunk into soft clay while creating pottery using the time-tested techniques of the local craftsmen.

Afterward, venture deeper into the village to discover a house where locals worship their ancestors. Here, a local elder explains the unique aspects of Vietnamese culture and its spiritual beliefs.

Conclude the trip by learning all about banh cuon or rice pancakes, a dish of northern Vietnam. Please pay close attention to the master chef as he explains the art of creating this local specialty, and typically rewards visitors who are able to prepare the best banh cuon. After this fun and rewarding experience, sit down and enjoy a tasty self-made lunch of local specialties.

The trip concludes with a ceramic market tour that puts the influences of Vietnam’s growing economy into perspective. The expected return to the hotel is around mid-afternoon.

Meals Included: Lunch

Inclusions

Our services include

  • Meals as mentioned (B= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D= Dinner)
  • English or French speaking guide (for other languages supplements apply)
  • Tours and transfers as mentioned by private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Entrance fees for mentioned visits

Child Policy For Land Tour

  • Other meals than mentioned
  • Other services mentioned
  • International and domestic Flights
  • Laundry, telephone calls, and expenditures of a personal nature
  • Tips, Travel insurance

Important notes

  • Tour time is 8:00 – 15:00
  • This itinerary is designed for children between 5 and 12 years old
  • For each language, the tour price will be different.
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