ITA Travel - Vietnam Optional tour - 1 day tour handicraft villages and Tourist attractions surrounding

·  Morning session:

• Pick up from your hotel in Hanoi and transfer to the outskirts of the city
• Arrive to Visit Van Phuc Silk Village
• Explore one of the oldest silk villages in Vietnam (over 1,000 years old)
• Walk through traditional village spaces: ancient houses, banyan trees, communal yards, local markets
• Observe the silk weaving process on traditional looms
• Learn about the unique qualities of Van Phuc silk—soft, durable, and refined
• Opportunity to shop for high-quality silk products
• Visit Chuong Conical Hat Village
• Discover the craft of making Vietnam’s iconic nón lá
• Watch local artisans skillfully create conical hats step-by-step
• Learn about the cultural significance of the conical hat in daily life
• Optional: try making or decorating your own hat
• Purchase handmade souvenirs directly from villagers
• Lunch: Enjoy a local Vietnamese lunch at a nearby restaurant

·  Afternoon session:

• Visit Duong Lam Ancient Village
• Explore one of the best-preserved ancient villages in Northern Vietnam
• Walk along narrow alleys lined with laterite brick houses dating back centuries
• Visit communal houses, temples, and historic landmarks
• Interact with local residents and experience authentic rural life
• Taste traditional local specialties (if available)

·  Evening session:

• Transfer back to Hanoi hotel - End of service