Son Dong and Duong Lam ancient village Full Day

Overview

Tour code: HN-DL-1D
Itinerary: Full day
Depart from: Hanoi
Finish in: Hanoi
Destinations: Hanoi

The Son Dong wood carving village, located in Hanoi, Vietnam, is renowned for its quality craftsmanship. Local artisans create a variety of wooden artworks, including religious statues and decorative sculptures. Visitors can witness the sculpting process and admire this traditional Vietnamese craft.

Highlights of Duong Lam ancient village tour:

Peaceful escape from urban life, houses made of laterite bricks. Pagodas, temples, and communal houses showcasing Vietnamese history and culture.
Family heritage: Houses passed down through generations, reflecting traditional Vietnamese life.
Artisanal tradition: Pottery, wood carving, bamboo product manufacturing.
Rural atmosphere: Tranquil escape from urban life, immersion in traditional Vietnamese life.

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Itinerary

Full day

Full day: Son Dong Village - Duong Lam Ancient Village Tour (Lunch) April 01, 2025

Full day: Son Dong Village - Duong Lam Ancient Village Tour (Lunch)

At 08:30, the guide and the car pick up guests from the hotel to drive them to the ancient village of Duong Lam, about 50 km from Hanoi.

En route, a stop is planned at the traditional wood carving village of Son Dong (Làng nghề Sơn Đồng, Hoài Đức, Hà Nội), famous for its wooden statues found in many pagodas and communal houses in the northern provinces. Visitors will have the opportunity to discover the technique of making wooden statues and explore traditional Vietnamese culture.

After that, head to Duong Lam village, where travelers can trace back the origins of Vietnamese culture and traditions through its unique architecture, including its ancient houses made of laterite bricks. A walk to discover the cultural and historical relics of Duong Lam.

Lunch at a local villager's house.

In Duong Lam ancient village tour, a visit to the Mong Phu communal house and ancient houses is planned, followed by a tasting of local products such as rice wine and rice cake.

Visit to the Pagoda of Mía, renowned for its architectural beauty and cultural significance. Dedicated to the goddess Mía, it attracts visitors for its traditional architecture, religious sculptures, and conducive atmosphere for meditation.

Return to the hotel for a free evening.

Dinner on your own and Overnight at the hotel.

Important noted

Private air-conditioned vehicle during all trip and transfer.
English-speaking guide during all tours.
Entrance fees for all visits as mentioned in the itinerary.
Lunch or dinner as specified in the itinerary.
Water & cool towels.
Government taxes & service charge.

Drinks and meals not mentioned.
Personal travel insurance.
Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone, drinks… etc.
All other services not specified in the itinerary
Any gratuities and tip to boat rower, driver and tour guide ($3-5/person/day for both guide & driver).

* Notes:

Surcharged for Gala dinner on 24th and 31st December if any.
Surcharged for Public holidays (30/4-1/5, Lunar New Year).
Our driver and guide will pick you up at your hotel. Please let us know your hotel's name and address.
If you haven't booked a hotel in Hanoi yet, we can help you find the best one in the center. You need to provide us with the date of arrival, the number of people.
When visiting craft villages and purchasing souvenirs to support the villagers, you can consult your guide for further advice.

All customers participating in the tour must have a passport and identification document when leaving the country.
Backpack, toiletry bag, sunscreen/cap, water bottles, camera(optional), extra pair of clothes, personal medication, track pants and cotton T-shirt, sweater/ warm jackets for the night.
Dry fruits, energy bar, chocolates, torch per person with extra batteries, moov spray, dettol solution or salt to avoid leeches, sports shoes or trekking shoes or comfortable shoes with good grip, personal hygiene items: medicine, face towel, shower gel, brush, toothpaste.

Deposit 50% tour price when signing up and pay the remaining amount 10 days before starting date.
In case of tour cancellation: (Tour cancellation time is calculated by working days, excluding Saturday, Sunday and public holidays and New Year).
After the deposit, if you cancel the tour, the company will not refund the deposit.
If you cancel or change the tour within 20 - 29 working days before the departure date, please pay the fee of: 70% of the tour price.
If you cancel or change the tour within 10 - 19 working days before the departure date, please pay the fee of: 90% of the tour price.
If you cancel or change the tour 9 working days before the departure date, please pay the fee of: 100% of the tour value.

* Notes:

Your passport must be valid for more than 6 months from the date of return.
If you are a foreigner or overseas Vietnamese, please bring all your passports (bring both passports in case you have 2 citizenships), and Vietnamese visa (attached to your passport or separate sheet) while on tour.
Please follow according to the tour program, do not separate from the group. If there is a need to separate from the group, please notify the consultant when registering for the tour for more information and additional costs (if any).
Customers aged 70 years or older require a health certificate to travel abroad from a doctor and must be accompanied by a relative under 60 years old (healthy). Guests over 75 years old, please pay a premium insurance (the fee varies depending on the tour).

In case of cancellation of the tour right after registration until 10 days before the departure date, you will be subject to a 30% penalty on the travel fare.
In case of cancellation of the tour within 5-10 days before the departure date, you will be charged 50% of the travel fare.
In case of cancellation of the tour within 3-5 days before the departure date, you will be charged 75% of the travel fare.
If you cancel the tour within 0 – 3 days before the departure date, you will be charged 100% of the travel fare.

* Notes:

In case of tour cancellation due to objective incidents such as natural disasters, epidemics, postponement and cancellation of transportations service... Tourist will not be responsible for any additional compensation other than refund tour fee.
Above is the maximum cancellation penalty, this cost can be reduced depending on the conditions of each service provider for Tourist.
The tour cancellation time is calculated for working days, excluding Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays and New Year.
If the travel program is canceled or changed by either party due to a force majeure reason (fire, weather, accident, natural disaster, war, delay and cancellation of the public transport plus…), the two parties will not bear any obligation to compensate for the loss that has occurred and not bear any liability. However, each party is responsible for trying its best to help the aggrieved party to minimize losses caused by force majeure.

Children under 2 years old: 30% of adult price.
Children from 2 to under 12 years old: 90% of adult price, 100% of adult price.
Children from 12 years old and up: 100% of the adult price.

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