Guests arrange their own transport to the meeting point, a cafe in Hanoi's Old Quarter.
Guests begin the journey with a coffee experience at a small cafe with old Hanoi style in the heart of the Old Quarter. In a cozy space, guests can choose a rich, fragrant egg coffee or a bold black coffee, sipping while watching the morning rhythm of Hanoi people.
Guests are free to take souvenir photos and feel the intersection between the ancient and modern life of the capital before boarding the vehicle to depart for Duong Lam Ancient Village.
SUMMARY OF HANOI – DUONG LAM ANCIENT VILLAGE 1-DAY TOUR
- •07:30 – 08:30: Enjoy egg coffee or traditional coffee, experience the space of Hanoi's Old Quarter.
- •08:30 – 10:00: Depart for Duong Lam Ancient Village, explore the countryside landscape of the Doai region.
- •10:00 – 11:30: Visit Mong Phu Village Gate, Mong Phu Communal House, the ancient laterite house, and the temple of Tham Hoa Giang Van Minh.
- •11:30 – 13:00: Enjoy a lunch of Doai specialties, interact with local people, and learn about traditional soy sauce making.
- •13:00 – 15:30: Visit Mia Pagoda, Phung Hung Temple, Ngo Quyen Tomb, and the ancient duoi tree row; explore the land of the 'two kings'.
- •15:30 – 17:00: Shop for local specialties, depart for Hanoi, end of program.
07:30–08:30
Guests arrange their own transport to the meeting point, a cafe in Hanoi's Old Quarter.
Guests begin the journey with a coffee experience at a small cafe with old Hanoi style in the heart of the Old Quarter. In a cozy space, guests can choose a rich, fragrant egg coffee or a bold black coffee, sipping while watching the morning rhythm of Hanoi people.
Guests are free to take souvenir photos and feel the intersection between the ancient and modern life of the capital before boarding the vehicle to depart for Duong Lam Ancient Village.
08:30–10:00
Depart for Duong Lam Ancient Village
The car takes guests away from central Hanoi, traveling west through peaceful suburbs to Duong Lam Ancient Village in the Son Tay area, Hanoi.
Along the way, the tour guide introduces the history of the Doai region, the distinctive features of Northern Delta village culture, and interesting stories associated with this land of outstanding people.
10:00–11:30
Explore Duong Lam Ancient Village – Ancient Vietnamese village space
Arriving at Duong Lam Ancient Village, guests begin a walking journey to explore typical architectural works and historical relics:
- Mong Phu Village Gate: Built in 1833 with the unique 'upper house, lower gate' architecture, the village gate stands beside an ancient banyan tree and village pond, creating a rustic, ancient Northern Vietnamese countryside scene. This is an ideal spot for guests to take souvenir photos imbued with the mark of the Vietnamese village.
- Mong Phu Communal House: An ancient communal house with nearly 400 years of history, notable for its traditional architecture bearing the mark of Vietnamese – Muong cultural interchange. Guests learn about the worship of the Village Tutelary God, community life, and long-standing customs of local residents.
- Duong Lam Ancient House: Guests stroll through small alleys with characteristic laterite walls, visit a centuries-old ancient house, admire traditional wooden house architecture, brick courtyards, tiled roofs, and old household items. Here, guests have the opportunity to talk with the homeowners and learn about the lifestyle and cultural values passed down through many generations.
- Temple of Tham Hoa Giang Van Minh: Visit the memorial site of the famous scholar of the Le Trung Hung period, known for his diplomatic talent, national pride, and unyielding spirit.
11:30–13:00
Enjoy Doai Cuisine – Interact with Local People
Guests have lunch at an ancient house or local restaurant in a rustic space close to village life.
The meal carries the traditional flavors of the Doai region with specialties such as Mia chicken, roasted pork, seasonal country vegetables, and rustic dishes dipped in traditional soy sauce, offering a culinary experience rich in local identity.
After lunch, guests rest, enjoy tea, and chat with the homeowners. Learn about the craft of making soybean soy sauce, peanut candy, and che lam – traditional products closely tied to the life of Duong Lam people.
13:00–15:30
Explore Mia Pagoda and the Land of the 'Two Kings'
In the afternoon, guests continue the journey to explore famous historical and cultural relics of Duong Lam land:
- Mia Pagoda (Sung Nghiem Tu): A famous ancient pagoda significantly restored in the 17th century, currently preserving 287 Buddha statues and worship statues of special artistic and historical value. Guests admire traditional Buddhist architecture, the serene space, and exquisite ancient sculptures.
- Temple of Bo Cai Dai Vuong Phung Hung: Learn about the life and career of the national hero who led the uprising against Tang dynasty rule in the 8th century, leaving a deep mark in the nation's history.
- Ngo Quyen's Tomb and Temple: Visit the memorial complex honoring the national hero who led the historic Bach Dang victory in 938, ending more than a thousand years of Chinese domination and opening a long period of independence and autonomy for the Vietnamese nation.
- Ancient duoi tree row: Guests admire ancient duoi trees associated with the legend of the place where Ngo Quyen tied his elephants and trained his troops before battle. This is also one of the distinctive natural spaces, deeply marked by the history of the Doai region.
During the journey, guests can stop for photos on brick-paved roads, small laterite alleys, and peaceful village corners, capturing memorable moments of a traditional Vietnamese village.
15:30–17:00
Return to Hanoi – End of Program
Before saying goodbye to Duong Lam, guests have time to choose characteristic countryside gifts such as Doai soy sauce, che lam, peanut candy, keo doi, Son Tay plain cake, and Ba Vi yogurt to give to relatives and friends.
The car takes guests back to central Hanoi. At about 17:00, the group arrives at the original pickup point. The tour guide says goodbye to guests, ending the one-day journey to explore Duong Lam Ancient Village with memorable cultural, historical, and culinary experiences.
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