Vietnam · Village Tours

9-Hour Duong Lam Village Tour from Hanoi with Thay Pagoda Visit

9 Hours Round trip from Hanoi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Duong Lam Village, known for its unique layout and time-honoured architecture
  • 02 Enjoy a special Vietnamese lunch in an ancient house
  • 03 Join local people in making seasonal specialties such as green-lentil cake and rice cake
  • 04 Visit Thay Pagoda and admire its 17th-century Arhat statues

Trace the origins of Vietnamese culture and tradition on this full-day journey to Duong Lam Village, where historic architecture, traditional farming practices, and long-preserved customs still shape daily life. Learn about local culture, enjoy local delicacies and a special Vietnamese lunch in an ancient house, and join villagers in making seasonal specialties. Back in Hanoi, visit Thay Pagoda to admire its remarkable collection of 17th-century Arhat statues and fine Vietnamese sculpture art.

Back in Hanoi, visit Thay Pagoda to admire its remarkable collection of 17th-century Arhat statues and fine Vietnamese sculpture art.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
City Hanoi
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Duong Lam Village and Thay Pagoda Discovery

  • Leave the hustle and bustle of Hanoi at 08:30 am for the majestic quietness of the countryside.

  • Arrive at Duong Lam Village, worthy of recognition for its unique layout, time-honoured architectural designs, and adherence to traditional farming techniques. The drive takes about 1.5 hours. Enjoy a special Vietnamese lunch in an ancient house.

  • Join the local people in producing local specialties, such as soft green-lentil cake and rice cake filled with brown onion, depending on the season.

  • Return to Hanoi with your Hanoi tour guide and visit Thay Pagoda, a wonderful collection of Arhat statues featuring the fine sculpture art of 17th-century Vietnam.

  • Return to the hotel.

Duong Lam Village, ancient house lunch, Thay Pagoda

Where this trip takes you

Duong Lam Village, ancient house lunch, Thay Pagoda

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Hanoi 1 city · 9 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • English-speaking Hanoi tour guide

  • Private transportation

  • Admission tickets

  • Enthusiastic and experienced driver

  • A bottle of water per person

  • All sightseeing fees (entrance to the village and old houses)

  • Lunch at the ancient house

  • Biking service

What's Not Included

  • Personal expenses (souvenirs and beverages)

  • Tips and gratuities

  • Anything else not mentioned in the itinerary

Know before you go

  • Strongly encourage all customers to bring a copy of their travel insurance documents, especially relevant international contact numbers, with them while on tour.

Visa:

  • Entry visas are required by all visitors to Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia, and the Visa team can assist you with the process of obtaining a visa letter (visa approval letter or invitation letter). The team will supply you with all paperwork and submit the visa letter on your behalf. Visas for Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos are issued with specific start and expiry dates based on the dates stated on the visa application form. Travel must be completed within those dates. It is advised that your passport must have at least six months of validity remaining when you arrive back home. A visa letter will be emailed to visitors 15 days prior to departure; if received after this, urgent visa processing fees may apply.

Optional Tours:

  • Optional tours may be offered in each city you visit during your tour at an additional cost. These tours are not included in the standard itinerary and will only be available if time permits.

Dress code:

  • When visiting temples or mosques, both men and women should dress in conservative, non-revealing clothing. Full-length trousers with a shirt or T-shirt for men, and pants or skirts well below the knee with a top that covers the shoulders and upper arms for women.

Personal Expenses:

  • You will need to take some extra money to cover extra meals, drinks, laundry, and souvenirs. Based on the advice of previous customers, an approximate amount of USD 250 per person per week should be sufficient. However, those who cannot resist a bargain or may wish to participate in all of the optional excursions should consider bringing a higher amount.

Currency Exchange:

  • US Dollars are easily exchanged throughout Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia. Other currencies, such as Indian Rupee, can generally be exchanged at airports provided the notes are new and undamaged. For your convenience, it is suggested that your US Dollars are from the new series to avoid any difficulties exchanging money during your trip (from the year 2006 onwards). It is also suggested that you exchange your money before travelling to remote areas and smaller towns, as exchange facilities can be limited.

Tipping:

  • Local tipping is customary in Asia. However, this can often lead to awkwardness in knowing when it is appropriate to tip and how much, as well as ensuring you have a suitable amount of change available at the time. For your convenience, the minimum tipping amount for any private tours can be USD 3 per person per day at the end of the day.

Eating In SEA:

  • Southeast Asia is home to an incredibly rich food history. Your itinerary has been carefully crafted to introduce you to a wide range of local dishes, and the guides hope that you enjoy the culinary adventure ahead. Meals, excluding drinks, are included in the tours depending on each tour's itinerary, so please pay attention to the meal abbreviations and each day's tour titles to know which meals are included in the package and which are not. Normally, the tours include breakfast at your accommodation in each city and lunch or dinner depending on the daily tours or activities. Any special dietary requirements should be communicated in advance so that meals can be arranged accordingly.

Weather Condition:

  • Please refer to a credited website for detailed temperature charts.

  • In the case of bad weather or risks of tropical storms, the guides will keep you updated regarding weather conditions as soon as possible and will offer different alternatives for you to choose from, including possible scenarios that may occur or amended refunds depending on the services you have opted for.

Highlights:

  • Visit the historical agricultural village located on the Red River Delta.

  • Learn about the local lifestyle from a personal guide.

  • Enjoy regional dishes for lunch.

  • Visit a local temple and Thay Pagoda.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Hanoi, Hoàn Kiếm, Hanoi, Vietnam
Tour start
Hanoi, Hoàn Kiếm, Hanoi, Vietnam
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 9 hours finish where they began, in Hanoi.

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