Full-day Artistic Journey To Bat Trang, Dong Ho, And But Thap
This tour takes you on a cultural and artistic journey from Ha Noi to Bat Trang Village, renowned for its ceramics, and Dong Ho Village, famous for traditional hand-printed folk paintings. After lunch, visit the historic But Thap Pagoda, home to stunning 17th-century wood carvings. Discover local craftsmanship, artistic heritage, and Vietnam’s rich cultural history before returning to Ha Noi.
Experience Highlights: Bat Trang Village: Wander through alleys and visit workshops to see artisans at work. Dong Ho Village: Discover traditional hand-printed folk paintings using ancient techniques. But Thap Pagoda: Marvel at exquisite 17th-century wood carvings and sculptures. Cultural immersion: Experience Vietnam’s rich artistic heritage firsthand.
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What's included in Full-day Artistic Journey To Bat Trang, Dong Ho, And But Thap
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Bat Trang Ceramics Village
We will drive 15 kilometers east from Ha Noi to Bat Trang Village, known for its fine ceramics. Upon arrival, you can stroll through the narrow alleys of this ancient village and observe locals crafting their products. We will visit houses that serve as workshops and showrooms, allowing you to admire a diverse selection of ceramic items, rich in style and variety.
Chua But Thap (Pagoda But Thap)
After exploring Bat Trang, we will head to Dong Ho Village, famous for its traditional folk paintings. Each painting is hand-printed using an ancient technique, with materials naturally sourced from local plants. You will spend time in an artist’s house, learning about the creative process behind these unique works. Next, you will enjoy lunch before visiting But Thap Pagoda, one of the oldest in Vietnam, and recognized as the country’s first Buddhist center. This pagoda is celebrated for its stunning wood carvings and sculptures, including the famous statues of Tay Thien Dong and the Buddha with a thousand hands and eyes, regarded as masterpieces of 17th-century woodcarving. After the visit, we will return to Ha Noi, concluding a day full of cultural and artistic discovery.
Inclusions
- Transportation with air-conditioning
- Travel insurance
- Bottled drinking water
- Entrance fees
- Lunch
- English speaking tour guide (other languages available upon request)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Ha Noi City Center
- Personal expenses such as: shopping, telephone, beverage, etc.
- Tips and gratuities
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Please arrive at the pick up point 5 minutes before departure time.
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Hotel pickup and drop-off in Ha Noi City Center
