60 $
5 Hours
Private & customizable
Car
Discover the cultural treasures of Bac Ninh on this private half-day tour. Visit Dong Ho Village to learn the art of traditional woodblock printing and create your own folk painting, then find peace at But Thap Pagoda, home to centuries-old wooden halls and the thousand-arm Avalokiteshvara statue. A perfect blend of hands-on creativity, spiritual reflection, and scenic countryside.
Hands-on Workshop: Create your own Dong Ho folk painting using traditional woodblocks and dó paper (great souvenir).
Architectural Gem: Explore But Thap Pagoda to see Vietnam’s most famous wooden statue (1000-arm Avalokiteshvara).
Scenic Transit: A relaxing drive through Bac Ninh’s rice paddies and rural dyke roads, away from Hanoi’s smog.
Private & Flexible: Start when you want. Spend more time on art or more time on architecture – it’s your call.
Hanoi Old Quarter – Dong Ho Folk Painting Village – But Thap Pagoda – Countryside Drive Back – Return to Hanoi
Meet your private guide and driver at your hotel. Relax on a scenic drive through peaceful rice fields and small villages on the way to Bac Ninh Province.
Step into the legendary Dong Ho Village, home to Vietnam’s centuries-old woodblock printing tradition.
Visiting an artisan’s home workshop to see each stage of the printing process
Learning the cultural meaning behind traditional motifs and symbols
Joining a hands-on workshop where you create your own Dong Ho painting on dó paper to take home
Continue your journey to But Thap, one of Vietnam’s most serene and historically significant pagodas.
Admiring centuries-old wooden halls and lotus-filled courtyards
Discovering the famous thousand-arm Avalokiteshvara statue, a masterpiece of Buddhist art
Enjoying quiet moments for reflection in the tranquil temple setting
Travel back through peaceful villages, with your guide sharing insights into local culture and daily life.
Arrive at your hotel with your handmade Dong Ho artwork and memorable impressions of Vietnam’s artistic and spiritual heritage.
| Group Size | Price |
| 1 Pax | 95 USD |
| 2 Pax ++ | 60 USD/ Pax |
Dress Code: But Thap is a functioning place of worship. Shoulders and knees must be covered (bring a sarong or light jacket).
Souvenirs: The artisans sell beautiful prints for very reasonable prices. Bring small denomination VND cash if you want to support them further.
Timing: We recommend a morning start (8:00 AM) to catch the best lighting at the pagoda and see the village at its most active.
Kid-Friendly: Children love the painting workshop. It’s tactile, creative, and short enough to keep their attention.
