Swap the bustling capital of Hanoi for the ancient and traditional village – Bat Trang on this half day tour. Catch a first sight into simple but fascinating scenery of vast paddy fields and verdant gardens, immerse in serene ambiance as zigzag through winding narrow roads. Particularly, feast your eyes on a good collection of ceramic products as browse through endless alleys of ceramic shops in the village and try your hand to make items by your own.
 

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Duration:
 Half day
Departure date: Any time you wish
Start/End: Your hotel in Hanoi

 
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Pick up at our hotel, we will take a 15-Km drive to the outskirt of Hanoi in the East to visit Bat Trang Ceramic Village, which is located on the left bank of Hong River. This ceramic village was dated back from 15th century and soon became one of the most famous ceramic and pottery villages in the North of Vietnam. On arrival at the village, we will visit Bat Trang Communal House, which was built under Le Du Tong King’s period, from 1719 to 1720.

Bat Trang Ceramic Village

Bat Trang Ceramic Village

We then visit the ancient house and ceramic workshops of artist Tran Van Do, To Thanh Son and Vu Duc Thang. If you wish, you can try your hands in making your own ceramic products, something for the beginners such as cup, bowl or flower vases. We finish our trip with a visit to the French ancient building since 1920s. After that, we return to the city centre and have free time at leisure. Trip ends.

Visit the workshop of the skillful artisans in Bat Trang Village

Visit the workshop of the skillful artisans in Bat Trang Village

What’s Included?

  • English speaking guide (other language/s upon requested)
  • Entrance fees & permits for places listed in itinerary
  • A/c Transportation with experienced driver
  • Lunch at local restaurant (please advise if you have special request for food)
  • Reasonable supply of bottled of water

What’s Excluded?

  • Tips and gratuities
  • Personal expenses
  • Optional activity costs
  • Others not mentioned