At 08:00 AM | Pick-up from Hanoi hotel
Your guide and driver will meet you at your hotel in Hanoi’s Old Quarter. Enjoy a scenic 45-minute drive to Cu Da Ancient Village, a hidden gem on the outskirts of Hanoi, known for its well-preserved ancient houses, French colonial influences, and traditional vermicelli production.

Start to explore Cu Da Ancient Village (8:45 - 10:30)
On arrival, you wander through centuries-old houses, built from laterite bricks with unique French and Vietnamese architectural blends. Also, visit a local vermicelli workshop to see how the famous Cu Da vermicelli (miến) is made and dried under the sun (subject to weather conditions). You have a chance to stroll along the village's ancient roads, visit local pagodas, capture the serene beauty of traditional life and your guide will assist you to catch a chance to interact with friendly local villagers.

Home-Hosted Lunch with a Local Family (11:00 - 13:30)
You drive to a local family's home, where you’ll be warmly welcomed. You can join the host in preparing some traditional dishes (optional hands-on cooking) before enjoying a home-cooked Vietnamese meal, featuring local specialties including a dish made from local vermicelli.
After meals, enjoy tea and chat with your host to learn more about daily life, customs, and traditions.

Visit Van Phuc Silk Village (14:00 - 15:15)
A short 30-minute drive brings you to Van Phuc Silk Village, the most famous silk-producing village in Vietnam, known for its 1,200-year-old weaving tradition. You will visit traditional silk weaving workshops to witness artisans at work. On site, learn about the silk-making process, from silkworms to finished fabric. Later, wander to explore local shops and markets to purchase high-quality Vietnamese silk scarves, ao dai, or fabric as souvenirs.

Finally, enjoy a comfortable ride back to Hanoi hotel. Tour ends around 16:00 with unforgettable memories of village life, traditional crafts, and warm hospitality.