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Place visited

Hanoi

Description

Immerse yourself in Vietnam’s rich artisanal heritage with this half-day cultural tour. Journey to Chuong Village, home to a 300-year-old conical hat-making tradition, where you'll meet skilled artisans and witness their meticulous craftsmanship. Then, explore Quang Phu Cau Incense Village, a vibrant hub of incense production, famous for its stunning, colorful incense bundles - a photographer’s dream! Gain a deeper understanding of rural craftsmanship by visiting the village’s largest incense factory. This tour offers a unique glimpse into Vietnam’s traditional industries, making it a perfect escape for culture lovers and photography enthusiasts.

Details

About 4 hoursMorning or afternoon departureHotel pick-up & drop-off
Highlight

Nestled on the outskirts of Hanoi, Chuong Village is renowned for its 300-year-old tradition of making conical hats (nón lá). This iconic Vietnamese craft has been passed down through generations, preserving its cultural significance.

- Meet local artisans and witness the delicate process of selecting, shaping, and stitching palm leaves to create the perfect nón lá.

- Learn about the history and symbolic meaning of conical hats in Vietnamese daily life.

- Hands-on experience: Watch craftsmen at work and gain insights into this time-honored tradition.

A must-visit for those seeking authentic Vietnamese craftsmanship!

What you'll do

Chuong Village – The Home of Vietnam’s Conical Hats

Nestled on the outskirts of Hanoi, Chuong Village is renowned for its 300-year-old tradition of making conical hats (nón lá). This iconic Vietnamese craft has been passed down through generations, preserving its cultural significance.

  • Meet local artisans and witness the delicate process of selecting, shaping, and stitching palm leaves to create the perfect nón lá.
  • Learn about the history and symbolic meaning of conical hats in Vietnamese daily life.
  • Hands-on experience: Watch craftsmen at work and gain insights into this time-honored tradition.

A must-visit for those seeking authentic Vietnamese craftsmanship!

About 4 hoursMorning or afternoon departureHotel pick-up & drop-off
What you'll do

This village is famous for its vibrant, handcrafted incense sticks. It has preserved its traditional techniques while becoming a must-visit spot for culture lovers and photographers.

  • Explore the incense craft from raw materials to the final product, witnessing artisans at work.
  • Capture stunning visuals of colorful incense bundles arranged in mesmerizing patterns.
  • Visit a specialist workshop to see the intricate dyeing process that gives the incense its bright hues.
  • Experience the village’s largest incense factory, where families continue this long-standing tradition.
Included
  • Private car transfer with an English-speaking driver
  • Entrance fees to both villages
  • Local guide to explain the history and craftsmanship
  • Hands-on experience in hat-making
  • Bottled water
Excluded
  • Personal expenses and souvenirs
  • Meals and drinks not mentioned

What's included

Included
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Hotel pick-up & drop-off
  • Entrance fees to included attractions
Excluded
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for guide and driver

What our guests say

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Oct 2026

BESTTTTTTT

We had a wonderful experience with meetup travel and a special thanks to Jasmine and Hazel for taking such good care of us throughout our trip. Everything was well organized and they were always helpful and responsive. We weren’t happy with our hotel in hanoi but when we shared our concerns they listened to us and arranged a change. The new hotel was much better, and we felt right at home there. We really appreciated how they made us feel comfortable and keep us stress free.

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Oct 2026

Nostalgic

A Very Nostalgic Experience! ✨ I didn’t expect this tour to have such a positive impact on my overall well-being. Meeting the organizers made the experience even more enjoyable, as they were all cheerful and welcoming. I’m very satisfied with the services they provided, and I truly appreciate the hospitality of the tour guides. They were all accommodating and responsive to my questions about the places we visited. Overall, it was a memorable and worthwhile experience! I highly recommend their services to anyone planning a vacation. Thank you for making this tour such a wonderful experience! ❤️✈️

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Vinay781

Oct 2026

Awesome visit with the awesomeness of Meetup Travel

We recently travelled to Phu Quoc, Vietnam, with our daughter and had a wonderful experience, thanks to the excellent planning and support provided by Meet Up Travel, Vietnam. From the initial planning to the execution of the trip, everything was handled very efficiently and professionally. The itinerary was well planned, the arrangements were smooth, and the overall experience was comfortable and enjoyable for the entire family. A special mention to Rosie and Hazel, who were extremely supportive, responsive and efficient throughout our trip. They were always available to clarify our questions, address any concerns and ensure that everything went smoothly. Their attention to detail and willingness to help made a significant difference, particularly while travelling with a child. We truly appreciate the efforts of the entire Meet Up Travel team and would happily recommend them to anyone planning a holiday in Vietnam. Our Phu Quoc trip created some wonderful family memories, and Meet Up Travel played an important role in making it a hassle-free and enjoyable experience. Thank you, Rosie, Hazel and the entire Meet Up Travel team for a fantastic experience!

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zalinec

Oct 2026

Best team!

Had a great experience with Meet Up Travel! Everything went smoothly and we really appreciate how helpful and accommodating their customer support team was. Special mention to Jennie and Stella for their support and making everything easier. Also, thank you as well to Chloe, Krystal, Hazel, and Kim for assisting us And of course, a big thank you to our tour guide, May 🫶 She was amazing and made our trip even more enjoyable It’s always nice to deal with people who genuinely want to make sure you have a good experience. Thank you Meet Up Travel for taking care of us! Would definitely recommend them and book with them again!

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Sep 2026

Experience

Great experience with the assist pf ms Evie and Stella

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Oct 2026

Wonderful memories 😁

Meet up arranged my travel to Sapa - Hanoi last Sept 20 - 26. My experience was wonderful as they took care of everything w/c was mucg appreciated especially for a person with mobility problem like me (PWD). A limousine van was arranged to fetch me at Noi Bai Airport to Sapa. They assigned a wonderful tour guide for me,. What made it even better is that Krystal & Lynna & the rest of the team is always ready to assist me every time i need one. The tour they areanged gave me a very memorable one. And these beautiful ladies make sure to visit me on my hotel in Hanoi w/c was much appreciated. Overall, you’ll never go wrong with Meetup 😁

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Oct 2026

Absolutely amazing Ninh Binh trip with Meetup Travel.

From the very first contact with Meetup travel I could tell I picked the right travel agency for my Ninh Bihn trip. The itinerary was planned with such detail and any questions I had for my group was answered right away by the Meetup team. Our driver was on time and the VIP limousine was amazing, our driver was very safe and friendly and our tour guide Po was truely amazing, he was very knowledgeable about the local history and spoke very well English and made our small group tour experience wonderful. We visited many temples and the ancient city and the history and culture of Ninh Binh far exceeded my expectations. Such a wonderful peaceful getaway from the city. Really slow pace where you can just enjoy the day and not have to worry about a single thing. For lunch we were taken to a beautiful lunch where we had endless options of local Ninh bihn dishes to try. They were very accommodating for the other guests special dietary needs and everything was amazing. After lunch we did an embroidery workshop that I absolutely loved "more then unanticipated even" was great to slow down and create something to take home to have the memories forever. The highlight of the trip for me personally war the boat tour to finish the day off. What an absolutely stunning boat trip! Words cannot describe what a perfect day Meetup travel pulled off for our personal Ninh Bihn group. Amazing team , will see you guys next year! Thanks Meetup Travel and especially Po!

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Oct 2026

Vietnam Tour Sept - Oct 2026

Lynna and Stella provided excellent customer experience from Hanoi to Sa Pa and back to Hanoi. We will definitely get Meetup service again. See you again on Feb 2027!

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Sep 2026

Honeymoon trip!

Meetup have made our holiday such a trip to remember, stress free. Kim, Phoenix and the rest of the team have gone above & beyond to make our honeymoon a dream come true. I so love Vietnam💜 thank you so much!😁💜💜💜

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Sep 2026

Vietnam Travel

We had a very pleasant experience during our visit to Vietnam, thanks to the help of Mèetup Travel especially Hana and Hazel who always available answering any questions pre and during travle time. 100% would recommend Hazel and Hana for Vietnam travel.

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215swapnils

Oct 2026

Meticulously planned, genuinely caring – highly recommend!

We just returned from a wonderful 10-day trip across Vietnam with Meetup Travel, covering Hanoi, Sapa, Ninh Binh, Da Nang and Hoi An. From the start, Yvonne and Danny understood our requirements really well, including our vegetarian and Jain dietary needs, and planned everything meticulously at the right price. Once the trip began, their team (Krystal, Chloe, Stella, Kim and others) was always there to make adjustments and resolve last-minute issues quickly. They genuinely cared and even arranged some lovely surprises for us along the way. The tour guides were amazing, and our guide in Sapa, Ms May Lan, was exceptional. We thoroughly enjoyed our trip to Vietnam and would highly recommend Meetup Travel to anyone planning a visit.

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Sep 2026

Vietnam Travel

We had a very pleasant experience during our visit to Vietnam, thanks to the help of Mèetup Travel especially Hana and Hazel who always available answering any questions pre and during travle time. 100% would recommend Hazel and Hana for Vietnam travel.

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Oct 2026

Amazing Service

Meetup planned a flawless trip for my mother and I. Grace, Kim & Stella handled every detail with care and professionalism. Truly amazing service, highly recommend.

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Oct 2026

Highly recommend Meetup Travel

Highly recommend Meetup Travel for stress free Vietnam trip. From the very first day, the team is very responsive, and genuinely helpful in. They set our itinerary to our interests and pace. Every Transfer, Hotel, Guide, and Activity was arranged smoothly.

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Oct 2026

Awesome visit with the awesomeness of Meetup Travel

We recently travelled to Phu Quoc, Vietnam, with our daughter and had a wonderful experience, thanks to the excellent planning and support provided by Meet Up Travel, Vietnam. From the initial planning to the execution of the trip, everything was handled very efficiently and professionally. The itinerary was well planned, the arrangements were smooth, and the overall experience was comfortable and enjoyable for the entire family. A special mention to Rosie and Hazel, who were extremely supportive, responsive and efficient throughout our trip. They were always available to clarify our questions, address any concerns and ensure that everything went smoothly. Their attention to detail and willingness to help made a significant difference, particularly while travelling with a child. We truly appreciate the efforts of the entire Meet Up Travel team and would happily recommend them to anyone planning a holiday in Vietnam. Our Phu Quoc trip created some wonderful family memories, and Meet Up Travel played an important role in making it a hassle-free and enjoyable experience. Thank you, Rosie, Hazel and the entire Meet Up Travel team for a fantastic experience!

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Oct 2026

Money well spent to save a lot of time and peace of mind

I had a wonderful experience with Meetup Travel. The time saved and the peace of mine maintained during my first trip to Vietnam were truly impressive. It was also great interacting with my contact, Hazel Nguyen, was very kind and reassuring throughout the process. Whereas other people waited on multiple lines for quite a while, the combined time of my immigration and exit processes was less than half an hour. That just can’t be beat nowadays. Thank you again.

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Oct 2026

All in one experience by amazing people of Meetup !!!

Hello 👋 team !!! We bid adieu to Vietnam🇻🇳 with tons of memories and good moments spent !!! 😍🫶 A big big thank you and shout out for all the team members who worked in making our trip smooth and memorable!!! Much appreciated 👏👏 @Hynnee Meetup : you were and are amazing from the starting discussion we had !!! 🤝👏👏 @~Krystal Meetup : Meetup is blessed to have you as an employee; your updates and recommendations were precise, detailed and up to the mark !!!! 🤝👏👏 You never hesitated for any questions of ours !!!! 🌟🌿✨ You guys made our bdays spl by sending such awesome and colorful cakes 🎂 for us !!! 🔝 notch 👌😎👍 Much love Overall an excellent customer experience and service from you guys !!! Well done and much deserved appreciation for you guys !!!! 🤝👌✨🌟👏 You shd convey this message and feedback to your management and the CEO !!!!

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Sep 2026

Family trip to Vietnam

We had a wonderful experience booking our Vietnam trip with the Meetup Travel. From the very beginning, they were extremely supportive, responsive, and helpful throughout the entire journey. Everything was well coordinated, and we truly enjoyed a memorable trip. Coming to Macao, she was the very first person we contacted when we made our initial enquiry. From that first conversation until the end of our trip, the entire journey was absolutely beautiful. She understood what we were looking for, guided us patiently, and made sure everything was taken care of. Another brilliant service from Stellah which is unforgettable. She had gone all the way out to help us and make sure we were comfortable ❤️ We are truly grateful for all the support and care . Highly recommended Meetup Travel for your Vietnam trip

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Oct 2026

100/10 Experience! Highly Recommend Meetup Travel! 🇻🇳❤️

I booked a Ha Long Bay cruise tour for my family through Meetup Travel, and honestly, it was a 100/10 experience! I absolutely loved how well they communicated with me and helped find the best options to fit my needs. Everyone was so professional, thoughtful, and accommodating! I had the chance to meet Xeon in person, and he was such a sweetheart! 🥹 He’s enthusiastic, friendly, patient, and incredibly professional. He even took the time to help us plan our overall trip around Vietnam, despite the fact that I only booked the cruise through them and not the entire tour. He was always happy to help and never made me feel like I was asking for too much. I also had Hazel supporting me throughout the process. Both Xeon and Hazel checked in from time to time to make sure the paperwork went smoothly and that everything was going well with my family and our trip. I genuinely appreciate how much they care. You can really tell that they love what they do and truly want their customers to have the best experience possible. ❤️ The cruise itself was amazing, and I would absolutely love to come back! Everything was well organized, the staff were friendly and professional, and there was even nighttime entertainment, including a traditional clothing show and karaoke. And the food? SO GOOD! 🤣 Even now, my mom is still wondering how they managed to make the shrimp taste THAT good! I would definitely recommend Meetup Travel to foreign tourists visiting Vietnam. Traveling in a new country can sometimes be stressful, especially if you don’t speak Vietnamese, but having a team like this makes such a huge difference. They help take away so much of the stress and make you feel cared for throughout the journey. A huge thank-you to Xeon, Hazel, and the entire team for making this such a memorable experience for my family. You made our trip extra special, and we’re so grateful! If you’re planning a trip to Vietnam, definitely give Meetup Travel a try. You won’t regret it! 🥰✨

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Sep 2026

Honeymoon holiday

Had the pleasure of Meetup Travel organising our Honeymoon holiday from Hanoi to Da Nang to Ho Chi Minh City. Phoenix was my first point of contact & he organised our itinerary from beginning to end. We were then introduced to his Team Lead Kim who with the rest of her team carried us through our travels answering all our questions everywhere we went. I would highly recommend Meetup Travel to anyone coming to Vietnam. Thank you Kim & your team for a fantastic first time experience in Vietnam.

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