4-Hour Kite-Making Excursion in Hue with Perfume River Cycling

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Cycle along the Perfume River to a local kite maker's workshop
• 02 Learn the history of kite flying in Vietnam and its Nguyen Dynasty roots
• 03 See traditional kite-making methods with a local artisan
• 04 Paint your own handmade kite as a unique Hue souvenir

Be immersed in Hue's rich culture on this 4-hour excursion centered on the city's traditional kite-making art. Cycle along the Perfume River to the workshop of a local artisan, where you will learn about the history of kite flying in Vietnam and its connection to the aristocracy and mandarins of the Nguyen Dynasty. See how one-of-a-kind kites are created using traditional methods, then paint your own handmade souvenir to take home. A short stop for Vietnamese coffee adds a relaxing finish to this artistic experience.

After meeting your guide at 8:30 am, begin a cycling trip along the Perfume River to meet your instructor.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Hue, Hanoi

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Perfume River Ride and Traditional Kite-Making in Hue

• After meeting your guide at 8:30 am, begin a cycling trip along the Perfume River to meet your instructor. This local kite lover will introduce you to the history of kite flying in Vietnam, a favourite entertainment of the aristocracy and mandarins of the Nguyen Dynasty.
• Then step into the local artist's workshop, where he will show you how to make one-of-a-kind kites using traditional methods.
• Enjoy the most exciting part of the kite-making process during the class - painting the kite. Kite painting requires a delicate hand, but with your instructor's guidance, it is sure to become a masterpiece. Wrap up this kite-making experience with a truly unique handmade souvenir, a reminder of Hue's rich artistic heritage.
• Once you have finished learning about the local arts, stop for a short break at a local cafe for a cup of delicious Vietnamese coffee before returning to your hotel by bicycle.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Transportation as described
• English-speaking tour guide
• All activities mentioned in the itinerary
• All entrance fees
• Meals as per itinerary

What's Not Included

• Personal expenses
• Gratuities
• Insurance
• Other services not mentioned in the itinerary

Know before you go

• Your trip to the old capital, Hue, will not be complete without finishing the suggested list of things to do in Hue, among which is a kite-making class. As far as we know, the imperial city of Hue is famous for its beautiful kites, so why not spend your morning learning more about this traditional craft?

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Hanoi, Hoàn Kiếm, Hanoi, Vietnam

Tour start

Huế, Thua Thien Hue, Vietnam

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.