Half-day VAN PHUC SILK TOUR from HA NOI

Your tour begins with pickup from your central Hanoi hotel in time for an 8am or 1pm departure (depending on tour option chosen). After meeting your guide and small group of up to 10 people, jump aboard a minivan for the around 45-minute journey to Van Phuc silk village.

Set out to explore Van Phuc as your guide offers some background information on the craft village, which has been making silk products for over 1,000 years. Peek into the houses and crafts workshops, where local families still produce handmade silk products, and discover the fascinating process of silk making, from spinning and gluing, to weaving and adding the finishing touches.

Finally, browse the shops, where you’ll have chance to purchase fine silk products at reduced prices.

Back in Hanoi, your tour ends with drop-off at your hotel.

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

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
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
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers