1 Day in Ha Noi: Hanoi’s Craft Heritage Journey

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Your program overview

Day 1 - Ha Noi

What You Will Do

It’s time to experience the city’s culture through the hands of its artisans. Begin your day at the Do Paper Museum, where you’ll learn and try the traditional art of making dó paper, an essential material in Vietnamese heritage. After a cozy home-style lunch, continue your journey by discovering one of the last workshops preserving the craft of traditional calligraphy brush making. In the late afternoon, visit the historic Temple of Literature, where craftsmanship meets intellect, and observe Vietnamese calligraphy.

Day 1 - Ha Noi

The Art of Words: A Journey Through Hanoi’s Craft Heritage

  • Meet Time 7:30 AM
  • Duration 8 hrs
  • Distance ~ 14km ( 🚙 10km & 👣 4km)
  • Elevation Mostly Flat
  • Level Beginner
  • Transportation E-car/E-motobike + Walking

What You Will Do

It’s time to experience the city’s culture through the hands of its artisans. Begin your day at the Do Paper Museum, where you’ll learn and try the traditional art of making dó paper, an essential material in Vietnamese heritage. After a cozy home-style lunch, continue your journey by discovering one of the last workshops preserving the craft of traditional calligraphy brush making. In the late afternoon, visit the historic Temple of Literature, where craftsmanship meets intellect, and observe Vietnamese calligraphy.

Itinerary

  • Warm Welcome & Safety First

    We’ll begin with introductions, a journey overview, and safety briefing.

  • Do Paper Museum + Do Making Workshop

    Discover the heritage of traditional Vietnamese paper at the Do Paper Museum, then try your hand at making dó paper using time-honored techniques passed down through generations.

  • Home-Style Lunch

    Enjoy a warm, home-cooked meal featuring simple yet authentic Vietnamese dishes, offering a genuine taste of local life and hospitality.

  • The last traditional calligraphy brush

    Visit one of the last workshops preserving the craft of traditional calligraphy brush making, and learn about the delicate process behind this essential cultural tool.

  • Temple of Literature + Calligraphy hand writing

    Step into the historic Temple of Literature, where scholarship and tradition meet, and see Vietnamese calligraphy with your own eyes.

  • Return

From $124 / paxOnly $99 / pax

Departure:

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30% OFF for children under 7.
10% OFF on select tours for groups of 5 or more.

Cancellation Policy:

Free cancellation if more than 7 days before your tour starts. After that, cancellation fees apply as follows:

  • 7–3 days before departure: 25% of tour price
  • Under 3 days: 100% of tour price

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What's Included

  • Bicycle
  • Helmet
  • Water
  • Drinks
  • Exotic Fruits
  • Accidental Insurance
  • Tour Leader
  • Support Guide
  • First Aid Kit
  • Ponchos
  • Smiles & Lasting Memories

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