• 13 Đặng Văn Ngữ - Introduction to Conical Hat Making:
  Meet a 93-year-old artisan with over 75 years of expertise in crafting Vietnam’s iconic conical hats. The artisan will share insights into the history and cultural importance of the conical hat in Vietnamese culture.

Conical Hat Making Experience:
Guided by the artisan, guests will engage in the intricate process of creating their own conical hat. From choosing materials to shaping the frame and adding finishing touches, guests will create a unique souvenir with their own hands.

Traditional Mask Painting:
Once the conical hat is complete, guests will explore the art of painting tuồng masks, a vital component of Vietnam’s traditional opera (hát bội). The artisan will describe the various characters and their traits as depicted in the mask designs.

Receive Souvenirs:
At the conclusion of the experience, each guest will take home a small conical hat and a tuồng mask they crafted themselves, serving as a cherished memento of their cultural adventure in Vietnam.

Drop-off at 18 Hải Thượng Lãn Ông:
After a day filled with creativity and cultural enrichment, guests will be returned to 18 Hải Thượng Lãn Ông, ending the experience with unforgettable memories.

• Guests will also receive a small conical hat that they can decorate and take home as a souvenir
• Tea and coffee
• The tour includes transportation by electric vehicle

• Gratuities
• additional purchases, such as extra conical hats,

This exceptional tour presents visitors with a rare chance to learn traditional Vietnamese craftsmanship from a 93-year-old master artisan boasting over 75 years of expertise. Unlike other activities, this tour offers a personal, hands-on experience in crafting two iconic Vietnamese cultural items: the conical hat (nón lá) and the tuồng mask. Participants not only discover the rich history behind these crafts but also have the opportunity to create their own, guided directly by a local artisan in a serene, authentic village environment. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to deeply engage with Vietnam’s cultural heritage and take home a unique handmade keepsake.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.