Van Phuc Silk, Son Dong Sculpture, Thach Xa Dragonfly Day Tour

Overview

Tour code: HN-3VILLAGES-04
Itinerary: Full day
Depart from: Hanoi
Finish in: Hanoi
Destinations: Hanoi

This excursion is a must for travelers eager to explore the craft villages of Vietnam. It offers a total immersion into the culture, traditions, and ancestral customs of Vietnamese villages.

Meet local craftsmen and delve into their trades, family traditions, and the cultural heritage that characterizes Vietnamese village life.

Located 15 to 60 km from the center of Hanoi, these villages are easily accessible by car, offering a comfortable and enjoyable day trip.

Highlights of this day trip:

Visitors to Van Phuc Silk Village can observe the entire silk-making process, from cocoon spinning to weaving and finishing, in the artisans' workshops.
In Son Dong sculpture village (Làng nghề Sơn Đồng), skilled artisans use various woods to hand-carve, lacquer, and gild intricate sculptures for religious and spiritual use.
At Thach Xa Bamboo Dragonfly Village, guests can watch artisans craft whimsical bamboo dragonflies, used as toys and decorations, and even try balancing one themselves.

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Itinerary

Full day

Full day: Van Phuc Village - Son Dong Village - Thach Xa Village (Lunch) April 01, 2025

Full day: Van Phuc Village - Son Dong Village - Thach Xa Village (Lunch)

Start your day at 8:30 AM in Hanoi by exploring the Van Phuc silk village, known as "the oldest well-preserved silk weaving village". Immerse yourself in the silk-making process, from sericulture to dyeing, through its various stages.

Next, discover the village of Son Dong (Làng nghề Sơn Đồng), famous for its sculptors specializing in traditional statues and cults. Admire the exquisite techniques of lacquer and gilding, an ancient tradition dating back hundreds of years, even during the French colonial period when many craftsmen were recognized by the state.

After lunch at a local restaurant, explore Thach Xa village, where craftsmen use bamboo, a symbol of the Vietnamese village, to create unique dragonflies capable of balancing anywhere. Learn about the ingenious balancing principle of the dragonfly, based on three points: the beak, the wings, and the tail.

In the late afternoon, return to your hotel in Hanoi, enriched with new discoveries and a day full of enriching experiences.

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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Jeannette | United States Mar 19, 2024

Excellent

Great organization- wonderful trip

I went Vietnam with my mother. Minh Hien was very effective responding and she very well-organized our tour. My mother and me enjoyed the tour very much without any difficulties. Minh Hien came to meet us on the very first day and cross checked everything. Auasia Travel , excellent service and great value for the money your spend for well-organized tour in Vietnam. Thank you Auasia Travel, Minh ..More
I went Vietnam with my mother. Minh Hien was very effective responding and she very well-organized our tour. My mother and me enjoyed the tour very much without any difficulties. Minh Hien came to meet us on the very first day and cross checked everything. Auasia Travel , excellent service and great value for the money your spend for well-organized tour in Vietnam. Thank you Auasia Travel, Minh Hien, and the tour guides and the drivers assist us during our stay in Vietnam.Less
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Roger Alfonso | Canada Mar 11, 2024

Excellent

Most Organized and Friendly Agency

You will never ask for anything else with this Agency. The travel consultant (Jane) was very helpful and replied minutes every email we sent her. She made my holiday more than my expectations. The tour guide and driver she has given me was so good, smart and kind-hearted person. They also provide company phone for us to feel special and safe during the trip. The hotels they booked me were all ..More
You will never ask for anything else with this Agency. The travel consultant (Jane) was very helpful and replied minutes every email we sent her. She made my holiday more than my expectations. The tour guide and driver she has given me was so good, smart and kind-hearted person. They also provide company phone for us to feel special and safe during the trip. The hotels they booked me were all amazing. I fully recommend Auasia Travel agency for any future travels. Hope to come back soon in Hanoi :).Less
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Sally | United States Feb 13, 2024

Excellent

Excellent service!!!

I was very happy with Jane Nguyen of Auasia Travel. Jane noted all of my requirements and booked all of my domestic flights and helped to arrange my visas for Vietnam. She came to greet me on my first night at my hotel and went through all of my itinerary with me and gave me a local phone for use while traveling through Vietnam. All drivers and guides I used through the company were excellent. I ..More
I was very happy with Jane Nguyen of Auasia Travel. Jane noted all of my requirements and booked all of my domestic flights and helped to arrange my visas for Vietnam. She came to greet me on my first night at my hotel and went through all of my itinerary with me and gave me a local phone for use while traveling through Vietnam. All drivers and guides I used through the company were excellent. I would highly recommend Auasia Travel for their dedicated and professional service. When I return to Vietnam I will for sure work with them again. I am very thankful as they made my trip a memorable one.Less