Quang Phu Cau Incense Village & Trang An Tour

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8 hours
Hanoi, Vietnam

About this activity

Experience Vietnam's rich heritage with a guided tour of Quang Phu Cau Incense Village, Hoa Lu's ancient temples, and a scenic boat ride through Trang An's limestone caves.

Highlights

  • Explore Quang Phu Cau's incense-making traditions
  • Discover Hoa Lu's ancient capital ruins
  • Cruise through Trang An's stunning limestone caves
  • Visit the ancient temples of Hoa Lu
  • Experience local culture in rural Vietnam

Full description

Immerse yourself in Vietnam's cultural tapestry on this full-day excursion from Hanoi. Begin with a visit to Quang Phu Cau Incense Village, renowned for its traditional incense-making techniques. Then, explore the ancient temples of Hoa Lu, the former capital of Vietnam, and delve into its rich history. Conclude your journey with a serene boat ride through Trang An's breathtaking limestone caves, a UNESCO World Heritage site. This tour offers a perfect blend of cultural exploration and natural beauty, providing an authentic glimpse into Vietnam's heritage.

Included / Excluded

  • Round-trip transportation from Hanoi
  • Guided tour of Quang Phu Cau Incense Village
  • Boat ride through Trang An's limestone caves
  • Meals and personal expenses

Itinerary

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From Hanoi, we will head to visit Quang Phu Cau Incense Village and immerse into this paradise of colorful world. Our guide will give you detailed introduction to making incense sticks processes and also help you take incredible with this vibrant scenery.

Duration: 3 hoursAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Visit Hoa Lu ancient capital of Vietnam between 968 and 1010. You have a chance to learn about Vietnamese history in the feudal system under Dinh, Le and Ly Dynasty.

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: YES
3

13.15 PM: Discover Trang An grotto on a boat ride. You can have chance to visit this World Heritage Site recognized by UNESCO in 2014. While you’re there you can spend 2 hours on the boat ride to enjoy the beauty of this place, which owns a wonderful tunnel cave system and appears in the New Version of Kong in 2016 – “Skull Island”. Duration: 4 hours

Duration: 1h 30mAdmission: YES

Meeting point

Start Location

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Important information

Know before you book

  • This tour involves moderate walking; ensure you're comfortable with this level of activity.
  • Boat rides may be subject to weather conditions; check the forecast before booking.
  • Confirm the tour's availability and schedule in advance to secure your spot.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for walking and boat rides.
  • Bring a hat, sunscreen, and insect repellent for outdoor activities.
  • Carry a camera to capture the scenic landscapes and cultural sites.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

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

Accessibility

  • Easy Public Transport

Good to know

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

Traveler reviews

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Wonderful Incense Village Trip

We had a wonderful time visiting the Incense Village with our amazing guide, Andrew! He was very accommodating and shared great insights about the incense-making process, making the experience even more meaningful. We truly appreciated his warmth and enthusiasm — he even became our photographer, capturing lovely moments along the way! Overall, it was such an enjoyable and memorable activity. Highly recommended!

MichelleY1336Oct 17, 2025TRIPADVISOR

It was so beautiful and inspiring. Our guide andrew was very kind and had a great time.

I'm happy as a photo spot. It was a fun tour. It's a place where you can create fun memories. It is a place I would recommend to my friends.

MIHO IOct 3, 2025TRIPADVISOR

Nice experience

We had so much fun during the tour. Our tour guide, Zack is very accommodating and patient. He also recommended some nice restaurants, coffee shops and places to go. He’s really nice and made sure we are comfortable all the time.

triciamL4743WPSep 20, 2025TRIPADVISOR

Half day tour incense and conical hat village

Recommended for future tour . Nice experience especially having our tourist guide , Andrew . Best tourist guide .looking forward to have a next trip with Andrew 👍

ynnahr2025Sep 18, 2025TRIPADVISOR

I would avoid it

Awful!!! If I could give minus 5 maybe it would be adequate!!! An hour's drive from Hanoi to find a tourist situation bordering on horrid!!! I strongly advise against committing money and time as it happened to us!!!! Nothing true but all set up to draw money with even an entrance fee... Maybe with the sun.... But I don't know whether to believe it. They want to be paid to even take pictures of a square full of incense...

luca1176Aug 27, 2025TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

Children must be accompanied by an adult