This tour is specially designed for people who like countryside with a particular focus on authentic culture experience of the origin of Vietnam.
Duong Lam ancient village is on the outskirts of Hanoi and also known as a museum of laterite, home to many houses dating back up to 400 years. One special thing about the village is that most of the buildings here are made of laterite and mud, two materials that are abundant in the area. The village has also been described as the last stronghold of wet rice farming culture in northern Vietnam.
The ancient houses are run by families who have lived on and worked the land for generations. Enjoy hands-on experiences with your guide such as walking tour, cycling, chatting with locals living in the ancient houses, great local foods supply in tours, visting pagoda. You will be able to stay amongst the locals and see their daily routines surrounded by breathtaking scenery in a peaceful setting.
8.30am : You will be greeted at the hotel and travel the west of Hanoi to visit Duong Lam village, a purely agricultural village of the Northern Red River delta where still preserve many hundred-year-old houses. . Next, spend a visit to a local house that is almost 400 years old, then have a bicycle ride around this peaceful rural area to discover the daily life and farming works of Vietnamese peasants. we continue riding to visit Mia pagoda, is built in 15 th century and admire 287 statues of all sizes, among with are famous sculpture such as the statue of Buddha in the Himalayas as and the statues of the Eight Vajra Deities. Enjoy authentic local food in an ancient house.
In the afternoon, we walk around the village to learn more about locals daily life. It will be your unique experience as you walk along tiny ancient alleys where still preserve many hundred-year-old houses. We say goodbye to Duong Lam village and drive back to Hanoi around 4.00pm to finish unforgettable tour
Who we are Hanoi Eco-tour is the first travel company operating ecotourism in Hanoi and its suburban areas. We are a group of tour guides who love our jobs and are keen on promoting green travel in Vietnam. We love to show tourists an insight into the Vietnamese countryside. Why Hanoi Eco-tour was born We are here to make a difference. Our main goal is to allow customers to experience the authentic way of life for the indigenous population an for local villagers to share in the economic benefits tourism provides. What we provide We are the experts in organizing eco-tours in and around Hanoi. We will provide you with the opportunity to retreat from the daily grind to the peace of the Vietnamese countryside. We do this by engaging the idigenous population who will provide you with a close-up and an intimate exposure to the countryside, show us how to farm, fish and cook, give you hands-on experiences. Our vision Our vision is to provide our guests with a once in a lifetime experience. We will have a positive impact on the environment conservation, help local communities to generate future employment and economic advantage for local people and promote Vietnamese culture. Our mission Our mission is to promote sustainable tourism through the development and growth of Hanoi Eco-tour throughout the region. We are committed to recruiting villagers and other disadvantaged people to educate and train in hospitality, while at the same time respecting their cultural uniqueness. We will also implement good environmental practices in their daily tasks and provide a better quality of life for future generations. Full profile ⋅ Leave a Review
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