Tho Ha Ancient Village: Half-Day Trip from Hanoi
A journey that allows you to see the village of Tho Ha and the Cau River in half a day.
The village of Tho Ha is a place rich in history and tradition in Hanoi. Known for its production of ceramics and its ancient architecture, Tho Ha will allow you to take a dip into the past. You can explore the picturesque alleys and admire the traditional houses made of brick. The village is also famous for its production of rice paper, which you can see during a visit to the local workshops. Along the Cau River, which flows through the village, you can enjoy a peaceful cruise, admiring the river landscapes and the daily life of the locals. The village of Tho Ha and the Cau River will offer you an authentic experience and a connection with the culture and history of Northern Vietnam.
Detailed Itinerary
Hanoi - Tho Ha Village - Hanoi Excursion.
−Walking
Meeting with the guide at 08:30 AM at the hotel reception.
Departure for the ancient village of Tho Ha (45km ~ 01 hour). Located in the middle of the Cau River, it was once home to a ceramics village; today it has changed to produce rice paper with more than 400 families involved. You will cross the Cau River on a local ferry. First, we visit the local market at the port, then we take a short walk to the 500-year-old pagoda and a communal house where the founder of the village is worshipped.
Walking around the ancient village, you will have the chance to immerse yourself in the rural idyll of a typical Northern Vietnamese village. Possibility to stop at a local house, where they will welcome you warmly and tell you many curiosities while you are involved in a stage of the production of “banh da” (rice sheets), so you can experience this interesting craft with your own hands. You can sip a cup of tea or even a glass of homemade rice wine during our chat about the village.
Return to Hanoi.
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Price and Policy
SERVICES INCLUDED:
- Entrance tickets to the places indicated in the program
- Meals as mentioned in the program (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
- English/Italian speaking guide following the itinerary as indicated (except during the cruise and free time)
- Private car for transfers and land excursions indicated in the program
- Water (01 bottle/person/day)
SERVICES EXCLUDED:
- Hotel
- Meals not mentioned in the program
- Drinks, telephone… all expenses of a personal nature and not expressly indicated in the “prices include” section
- Tips for drivers and guides. Our suggestion: 1-3 $US/person/day for the driver and 3 $US-5 $US/person/day depending on the group size
- Anything not indicated under the heading “the price includes”
- File management fee (includes medical, baggage, and cancellation insurance)
- Invitation letter if necessary
Tho Ha Ancient Village: Half-Day Trip from Hanoi
- Half-day
- Hanoi → Tho Ha Village → Hanoi
- Hanoi / Hanoi
