Artisanal Villages: Bat Trang Pottery, Dong Ho Woodcut Prints, and But Thap Pagoda
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Overview
Traditional Craft Villages Excursion around Hanoi: This excursion to traditional craft villages around Hanoi offers a delightful escape from the hustle and bustle of the capital, allowing you to savor the charm of peaceful countryside living. Be captivated by the allure of ancient temples and pagodas in the Tonkin region, and explore high-quality artisanal products.
- Explore the authenticity and preservation of endangered traditional crafts, including the renowned ceramics of Bat Trang and the woodcut print techniques of Dong Ho.
- Engage in conversations with local artisans.
- Experience the art of pottery-making in Bat Trang and craft your own ceramic piece.
- Visit the ancient But Thap Pagoda.
- Immerse yourself in a different world by escaping the hustle and bustle of the capital and savoring the charm of the tranquil countryside.
Itinerary
Craft Villages Tour: Bat Trang Pottery, Dong Ho Woodcuts, But Thap Pagoda
Morning: Depart in the morning towards the northeast of Hanoi, along the left bank of the Red River, to the Bat Trang ceramic village. Bat Trang, a 500-year-old community renowned in Vietnam for its exquisite ceramics, exports its products worldwide. Upon arrival, you'll encounter shops displaying both ancient and modern ceramics. Begin your excursion with a visit to the Bat Trang Pagoda, where locals pay homage to the ancient artisans who founded the village. Stroll through the village to a family workshop, engaging in conversations with artisans at work, observing their meticulous craftsmanship. Your guide will explain the entire production process, from clay selection and treatment to shaping, drawing, firing, and finishing the products.
Optional: Engage in hands-on techniques with local artisans to create your ceramic piece, with the assistance of a craftsman. Take your creation home as a souvenir of the memorable moments shared during your Bat Trang excursion. Capture moments with artisans, explore traditional ceramic kilns, and head to the village market to browse beautiful items for potential gifts. Lunch in the village.
Afternoon: Depart for Dong Ho village, renowned for its traditional craft of woodcut prints. Explore a family-run craft passed down through five centuries from father to son. Next, head to But Thap Pagoda—an ancient pagoda with beautiful architecture surrounded by fertile farmland. The pagoda features a rectangular shape composed of several rows of parallel houses connected by corridors on their sides. It's Bao Nghiem tower, uniquely built in white stones with finely carved elements, is a standout in Vietnam. Upon entering the pagoda, you'll find a genuine haven of peace and serenity. Return to Hanoi by the end of the day.
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Included
- Transportation according to the program in a private vehicle with a dedicated driver for your exclusive group.
- Meals as specified in the program: 1L = 1 Lunch
- English-speaking guide
- Visit fees and entrance rights to the scheduled sites
- One liter of bottled water per person per day
- Administrative fees
Excluded
- Travelers' personal insurance
- Bank fees
- Beverages, phone expenses, personal expenditures, and anything not explicitly mentioned in the "What's Included" section
- Tips
Useful Information
- An excursion designed for everyone and particularly suitable for families with children during your stay in Hanoi.
- Out of respect for the places of worship to be visited, such as temples and pagodas, proper attire is required, and covering your knees and shoulders is mandatory.
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