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Duong Lam Ancient Village Private Tour: Tracing Back the Origin of Vietnam's Culture
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Embark on a private tour of Duong Lam Ancient Village, a living museum of ancient houses and red clay architecture. Trace back Vietnam's culture and traditions while exploring narrow alleys and chatting with locals.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Hanoi Opera House - 8:30 am Tour guide and car from Paradise Indochina Travel come to pick you up at your hotels in Hanoi and start the trip to Duong Lam Ancient Village. It will take approximate 1.5hour drive. Enjoying the beautiful scenery of the rural areas on the way
- Sơn Tây Old Fortress - 10:00 Visit Son Tay citadel built in 1822 - a Vauban fortification and a masterpiece of Vietnamese architecture. The landmark, covering a total area of 16 ha, not only bears historic value but also attracts increasing attention for its unique architecture. Tourists are able to see the remains of the once famous military rampart while enjoying the peace and quiet. It used to be one of the four major townships defending Thăng Long (Hà Nội), located in the west of the capital. The site contains many vestiges reflecting the Vietnamese people’s indomitable struggle, loyalty and resilience in the fights against foreign invaders. Though it was among 20 citadels built in Nguyễn Dynasty, it was the only one built entirely of laterite, a good material for defensive building that is available locally.
- Mong Phu village hall - Mong Phu Temple is located on one of the central and tallest places of the village and is about 1,800 sq.m in size. The temple was built in 1533 under the reign of King Mac Dang Doanh. It was renovated in early 19th century but still keeps basic and original architecture.
- Duong Lam Ancient Village - Then arrive at center of Duong Lam village. On the way, you see a natural holy “milking-well” storing clear water all the year round. It is believed that childless couple can give a birth if drinking this water. Today, Duong lam village still retains most of the basic characteristics of a village of Vietnam with port village, trees, courtyard, temples, well, water fields… The roads of Duong lam were special because they have the shape as the bones of fish. Some features are still kept in Duong Lam ancient village is the old village gate in Mong Phu village.
- Hanoi Opera House - 16:30 Drop you off at hotels around Hanoi Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem lake or Hanoi Opera House. Tour ends.
What's Included
- Round-trip private car transfer
- Biking adventure in Duong Lam
- Complimentary bottled water
- Authentic lunch at a local family’s home
- Professional English-speaking tour guide
- All entrance and sightseeing fees included
What's Not Included
- Drinks during lunch
- Tips/gratuities
Additional Information
- The town is often referred to as a living museum of enduring laterite (a type of red clay shaped from weather-worn basalt found in northern Vietnam), showcasing antiquated homes that are as much as 400 years old.
- A trip to Duong Lam offers an insight into the roots of Vietnamese culture and customs.
- As you meander through its tight lanes, you encounter the distinct architecture of its olden homes.
- Alongside this, you have the opportunity to explore the ruins of an Old Citadel and engage in conversations with the local residents within their historical residences.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Pranut
Jun 4, 2023
Great experience! - We had a wonderful day trip to Duong Lam Ancient village. Out tour guide took me to a 400 year-old house, rustic area, a historical vestige Son Tay Fortress. The first moment we arrived the village, I was impressed by a unique village gate, very old and nice one. I also had an authentic experience. This village is one of a very few ones still keep the oringinal ancient features, well preserved The guide showed us many unique area. He spoke an excellent English and he was knowledgeable. I learned a lot about culture, lifestyle of Vietnam people...
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