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Half-day Van Phuc Silk Tour From Ha Noi

Hanoi, Vietnam
3 hours 30 minutes
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What You Will Do

The ancient craft of silk weaving remains a rich tradition and way of life for many Vietnamese. This tour takes you to a village near Ha Noi that has been one of Vietnam’s prime silk weaving locations for over 1000 years. Watch how it is made then get the chance to purchase silk products at a fraction of the retail price. Highlights: - Escape the big city to experience Van Phuc, a peaceful Vietnamese Village with communal houses, fish ponds and ancient banyan trees (45-minute car ride) - Visit some local families who are keeping the 1000-year-old tradition of Silk Weaving alive - Watch & learn every step of the intricate Silk Weaving process

What's Included?

  • Transportation with air-conditioning
  • Travel insurance
  • Entrance fees
  • Bottled drinking water
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Ha Noi City Center
  • English speaking guides (other languages available upon request with surcharge)

What's Not Included?

  • Personal expenses such as: shopping, telephone, beverage, etc.
  • Tips and gratuities

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Itinerary

Meeting Point

1

Van Phuc Silk Village

2 hours 30 minutes

We will pick you up from your hotel for a 45-minute car ride heading North-West of Ha Noi to Van Phuc Silk Village. This well-known village is traditionally associated with silk weaving in Ha Dong. The craft of silk weaving was started over 1000 years ago in Van Phuc and remains a rich tradition to this day. Then, we will visit the families for whom silk production is a method of earning for living. Watch as we learn the stages of producing handmade silk: from spinning and gluing, through weaving and finishing of the silk wares. Afterwards, we will visit the shrines of the village where the first masters are worshipped. The products are always decorated with the symmetrical patterns. The decorated features are soft, generous and delicate. Most patterns are inspired from daily objects, animals, and other existing shapes. Therefore, Van Phuc silks attract not only the Vietnamese but also tourists.

Additional Information

This activity is operated by Hoi An Express Travel
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Maximum 1 child accompanied 1 adult, the 2nd child will pay the adult price.
  • Free for children 0-5 years old ; 50% off for children 6-10 years old

Guide Options

  • Guide - English