Join the Bat Trang – Dong Ho – Dong Ky Handicraft Village Tour from Hanoi as you will be engrossed in the charisma of traditional handicraft villages. On this tour, visiting Bat Trang – Dong Ho – Dong Ky Handicraft Village is a chance for you to know about the villages history & origins, and even join workshops to make your own products. No matter if this is your first visit or you are a regular traveler, this Handicraft Villages Tour between the scenery, culture, and traditional handicrafts truly makes it a must-go. Join today with Impress Travel for fun discovery and let experiences be good memories!
Traditional handicraft villages at a glance tour. Discover the history and tradition of Bat Trang – Dong Ho – Dong Ky Handicraft Village
On this tour, visiting Bat Trang Handicraft Village is a chance for you to know about its pottery making history, while traveling to Bac Ninh Province for Dong Ho, Dong Ky Village to understand more about the origins of Vietnamese folk paintings and the production of craft products from wood. Such experiences will immerse you into local daily life & activities, which makes your journey in Vietnam unforgettable.
A deeper cultural insight: Dong Ho, Dong Ky, and Bat Trang are renowned Vietnamese handicraft villages, each offering deep cultural insights into traditional craftsmanship and heritage. The products from those villages are not just pieces of art but symbolize Vietnamese values and society, from the era of Hung Kings to the present day.
Exploring Traditional Craft Experiences : Stop by a local workshop in villages and witness how the products are made. Observe the process of making those and sample the final products. Moreover, try joining the workshops to make one by yourself. These activities give you an eye for the artisanal skills and sustainable practices of those villages.
07:00 AM: Good morning, a fresh start with Impress Travel Traditional Handicraft Village Tours. You will be picked up at your hotel or you will move to a meeting point in Hanoi City and then jump on board with our comfortable coaches for a picture-framed drive to Bat Trang, then to Bac Ninh Province to take a visit to Dong Ky, Dong Ho. Leave behind the bustle and hustle to feel the breeze of green paddy fields and picture-perfect villages.
08:00 AM: Upon arrival in Bat Trang, head inside the traditional handicraft village to learn about the history of the village with the highlight of 700-year-old pottery making. We will begin at the ceramic market for discovering different types of ceramics products. They can be designed with traditional Vietnamese patterns or modern adaptations or maybe the combination of both.
08:45 AM: A local workshop is an ideal place for you to try your hand skills at making pottery. The artisans will guide and teach basic skills and techniques so you will have a chance to shape and mold your own pieces. Then, a kiln visit to see where ceramics are done by fire to give the products best outcome and quality.
09:45 AM: We will say goodbye to Bat Trang and move to the next destination, Dong Ho Village. The duration is around 45 minutes to the village. Dong Ho Village is located in Bac Ninh Province, it is well-known for the traditional woodblock prints, which is also known as Dong Ho paintings.
10:30 AM: Our guide will provide to you a brief introduction of the village’s history and the insights of Dong Ho paintings. After that, we will take a visit a local artisan’s workshop to see people creating and completing the paintings, from the simple step of choosing ingredients to carving the woodblocks to printing on traditional paper. You can try hands-on experience with the printing process, create a simple print under the guidance of the artisan, gaining a deeper appreciation for the skill involved.
11:15 AM: : Let’s explore the Dong Ho Painting Museum, which is the house of historical and contemporary Dong Ho paintings collection. To end Dong Ho Village Tour, take a walk through the local market to both appreciate different types of artworks and purchase Dong Ho prints and souvenirs home.
12:00 PM: We will transfer to Dong Ky Village. During the journey, we will stop by having a Vietnamese lunch with the local specialty of Bac Ninh Province. This meal is a culinary journey through the flavors of this area.
1:30 PM: Dong Ky Traditional Handicraft Village is famous for woodworking and furniture-making traditions. Take the opportunity to go to a woodworking workshop because you can take a look at the experienced artisans, the way they smoothly carve intricate designs into wood through generations, you can also join them to do some basic wood carvings.
2:15 PM: Go on the comfortable buses and enjoy the scenic ride back to Hanoi City. We can rest and have time to reflect on a busy day and lots of discoveries made. Our guide will be available for any need and to give brief closing remarks and observations on the handicraft village tours.
3:30 PM: Arrive back at the capital city – Hanoi and send you to the original pick-up. Many thanks for joining Impress Travel Bat Trang – Dong Ho – Dong Ky Handicraft Village Tour from Hanoi’ to explore the highlights of the tour and gain more experiences. We hope to welcome you again on your upcoming journey. We will say goodbye to you!
What’s included in this trip :
Packing sensibly for your Traditional Handicraft Tours can lend daylight hours of comfort and enjoyment on your trip. Below, here are some most necessary ones that shouldn’t be skipped inside the bag:
To enjoy our memorable Bat Trang – Dong Ho – Dong Ky Handicraft Village Tour from Hanoi
Taking a sneak preview of what lies ahead on the tour you will be going. A small amount of preparation can make you enjoy along the adventure. Here are some travel advices and pocket tips for traveling in the traditional handicraft villages so that you will capture the most experiences and memories in this enchanting region:
Discover the Ideal Time to Visit Bat Trang- Dong Ho- Dong Ky Handicraft Village
The following will help you see the best in Bat Trang- Dong Ho- Dong Ky. Because the area has a subtropical climate, and the best seasons for the tours are from September to April during the autumn and spring season. More or less, the weather is very nice and cool; perfect for enjoying lush landscapes and outdoor activities.
For instance, it rains pretty often and is extremely hot between May and September, the summer season, and sometimes may cause heavy rains in places. Sometimes rain just contributes to the mystical beauty of landscapes, but it also might have some effect on the trip and getting to some places. If you do come at that time, be sure to be prepared for the possible inclusion of rain and waterproof gear.
Preparing yourself with knowledge of the local customs and cultural etiquette can make a big difference in your journey as you go on a Bat Trang – Dong Ho – Dong Ky Handicraft Village Tour from Hanoi while showing respect toward the community you’re visiting.
As our tour of traditional handicraft villages concludes, we reflect on the rich cultural heritage and craftsmanship of Dong Ho, Dong Ky, and Bat Trang. Each village offers a unique glimpse into Vietnam’s artistic legacy, from Dong Ho’s folk paintings to Dong Ky’s wood carvings and Bat Trang’s ceramics. We will witness the artisans’ dedication in preserving these crafts, reflecting Vietnamese values. We hope this tour broaden your horizons of these arts from the handicraft villages. Thank you for joining us on this enriching cultural journey. Don’t forget to regularly follow our Impress Travel for more interesting information about traveling to Hanoi and to book Hanoi Tours at the best prices.
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