Vietnam · COUNTRYSIDE AND VILLAGE TOURS IN HANOI
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 countryside and village tours in Hanoi worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Review of the $59 Sapa tour from Hanoi, with rice terrace hikes, Ta Van homestay, local guides, meals, buses, and practical tips.
“May was a great guide for our two day tour. She picked us up when we arrived in Sapa and took us on a hike to her village. The homestay was also nice. The next morning she picked us up for another hike, we had lunch and then went back to town”
Explore Hanoi’s lacquer, conical hat, and incense villages with local artisans, a home-cooked lunch, hands-on crafts, and a handmade souvenir.
“Enjoyed the tour (Nadia as our guide) learning the culture of traditional Vietnamese incense making and conical hat making.”
See Hanoi’s incense and conical hat villages, make your own souvenirs, meet artisans, and enjoy a colorful half-day small-group tour.
“Great experience - got some amazing pictures and good insight into the incense making process. Recommend to anyone looking for insta worthy photos.”
Visit Hanoi’s incense, conical hat, and lacquer villages for hands-on crafts, colorful photos, local food, and excellent value from $15.
“had a great time on this tour. The incense village was very colorful, the hat making was interesting, and the lacquer art was beautiful to see. It was a nice way to learn about local culture and crafts.”
See Hanoi by open-air jeep, from the Old Quarter and West Lake to Thang Long Citadel and Train Street, with lunch included.
“We took jeep city tour for hanoi. It was a great experience with Charlie as he explained everything in detail and we enjoyed alot”
Review of a 3-day Sapa trek from Hanoi, with Cat Cat Village, rice terraces, a Ta Van homestay, private guiding, and practical tips.
“We had an amazing time. Our guide Su was fantastic. She was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about Sapa. We would highly recommend to anyone who loves hiking. 5 stars”
Ride a vintage Minsk through Hanoi’s Red River countryside, visit Co Loa or Bat Trang, meet locals, enjoy food, coffee, and rural views.
“Such a unique and fun experience! Nam was a friendly and knowledgeable guide! Would highly recommend this tour, very well run!”
Explore Hanoi by open-air Jeep, from the Old Quarter and Train Street to Red River farms, local homes, pagodas, and West Lake.
“Good trip and we saw a lot of the city. I would have liked to have gone to the train track - even for photos. That didn’t happen. Also, one guest was late by around 10mins+ and we waited in the car. Be prepared for air pollution! Overall, good tour guide.”
Review of a small-group Hanoi tour to Quang Phu Cau Incense Village, Tam Coc, and Hoa Lu, with lunch, transport, and practical tips.
“Great day out , we would recommend this trip. Interesting seeing how the insense is made . Comfortable vehicle”
Review of a 3-day Sapa trek from Hanoi, with Ta Van homestay, rice terraces, village walks, meals, transport, and practical tips.
“We had so much fun and we saw amazing landscapes! The tour was very well organised. The sleeper bus from Hanoi was comfortable. At the arrival, we had lunch in Sapa and then we started the first trekking, at the end of it we arrived in Read more”
Explore Hanoi’s incense, conical hat, and lacquer villages with hands-on crafts, city sights, friendly guides, and strong value from $16.
“I really enjoyed the whole experience, I thought the incense village would be the highlight, however actually enjoyed the conical hat demonstration more and it was relaxing getting to sit and paint one! Danny the driver was excellent, very friendly and happy to help.”
Trade Hanoi’s busy streets for Red River villages, Co Loa or Bat Trang, a vintage Jeep ride, and a home-cooked Vietnamese meal.
“Wonderful to venture out of the hustle and bustle of Hanoi and experience a home-cooked meal, see lots of gardens, explore little-seen temples. We had a terrific guide. Bee was personable and relaxed and told us so many interesting storRead more”
Review of Hanoi’s village tour to incense, conical hat, and lacquer workshops, with city sights, train street, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“It was filled with fun and very energetic tour guide Anna and with a smooth ride from the driver Tony. She's so lovely and friendly. She's also very helpful and informative if you want to ask her around the place. Glad we booked her and will sure msg her next time i will come back to Hanoi.”
Explore Hanoi’s Red River countryside, backstreets, Train Street, and local food by Vietnam Army Legend Jeep in a small group.
“I can't recommend Christina enough for the Hanoi Backstreet Tour! From start to finish, she made our experience truly memorable. Her deep knowledge of Hanoi's hidden gems, combined with her warm and friendly personality, made the tour feel like exploring the city with a close friend.”
See Hanoi’s Train Street and colorful Quang Phu Cau Incense Village on a five-hour tour with hotel pickup, a guide, and photo stops.
“Devin was very accommodating and his English is extremely good would recommend to anyone visiting Hanoi”
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