Your guide and private car will pick you up from the hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. Leave the busy city behind and head west toward Sơn Tây countryside, where authentic Northern Vietnamese village life still exists. During the drive (about 1.5 hours), your guide will share stories about: Rural life in Northern Vietnam Traditional village culture History of Duong Lam – one of the oldest villages in Vietnam

Explore Duong Lam Ancient Village Step through the 300-year-old village gate and travel back in time. Duong Lam is famous for its unique laterite brick houses and peaceful rural atmosphere. Highlights Visit Mong Phu communal house – the cultural heart of the village Walk through narrow ancient alleys Visit 200-400 year-old traditional houses Meet local families and enjoy green tea & peanut candy Learn about ancestor worship & village traditions This is a true “living museum” of Northern Vietnam Cycling & countryside experience Enjoy a relaxing bicycle ride through: Rice fields & village lanes Ancient wells & temples Local workshops (rice wine, soy sauce, or traditional sweets depending on day) Perfect for photos & authentic local interaction Try Local snack & village tea break Stop at a local house to Taste traditional snacks Enjoy Vietnamese tea Chat with locals about daily life Simple but memorable cultural exchange

Return to Hanoi Leave the peaceful village & head back to Hanoi