Originating from the 17th century, producing offerings for royalty Revolutionized in the 1930s by Đông Dương artists Uses tree sap, gold leaf, eggshell, and traditional black lacquer base Every piece requires 12–15 meticulous layers and weeks of craftsmanship

Vạn Phúc, The Last Threads of Royal Silk Founded in 865 AD, Vạn Phúc is a silk village shaped by women and water Famous for “lụa vân” , woven patterns, not printed Artisan restored royal motifs and Hue court fabrics Over 800 households still weave today

A paradise for photography – fields of incense bundles glowing in red, yellow, and purple. Walk through alleys filled with the fragrance of sandalwood and cinnamon. See artisans dye, roll, and dry incense sticks in the sun.

Step beyond the city’s edge and into a timeless Vietnamese legend. The Lost Kingdom Ride is a countryside adventure that brings you face to face with the heart of Vietnam’s earliest capital ,the mystical Cổ Loa Citadel. From verdant rice paddies to ancient temples, you’ll trace the footsteps of kings and warriors on the back of a vintage Honda. Begin with a quiet temple visit and long ride through golden fields Hear the legend of the magic crossbow as you explore Cổ Loa Watch the late sun stretch shadows across spiral ramparts End your ride with an open-air BBQ meal beside a lotus pond

Bat Trang is more than just a village ,it is where clay breathes and fire dances. This ride brings you to one of Vietnam’s oldest artisan communities where hands have shaped earth into beauty for over 600 years. Hop on your vintage Honda and explore kilns, marketplaces, and ceramic museums that carry the soul of Vietnamese craftsmanship. Pick-up and motorbike ride to Bat Trang via the Red River dyke road Stop at Tieu Dao Pagoda for a moment of stillness Arrival at Bat Trang Village Explore the ancient market filled with fine ceramic goods Visit artisan homes, observe live pottery-making Explore the Bat Trang Ceramic Museum – architecture meets history Return to Hanoi for a home-style lunch in the Old Quarter

Step out of Hanoi’s bustling Old Quarter and ride into the heart of tradition. Just 10 km away lies Da Sy Blacksmith Village, a place where fire, steel, and history meet. For more than 500 years, the clang of hammer on anvil has shaped not only knives and tools, but also the soul of this community. Here, you’ll walk into workshops where sparks fly like firecrackers, watch glowing red metal bend into form, and hear stories of families who have carried on their craft for generations. Under the guidance of a master blacksmith, you’ll even get to try your hand at forging—feeling the weight of the hammer, the heat of the fire, and the pride in creating something with your own hands. Afterward, wander the knife market, where stalls gleam with blades of every shape and size—each one carrying the mark of its maker. End the journey with a warm cup of green tea, reflecting on how a small village has kept its heritage alive in the modern world.