Discovering traditional handicraft villages
Hue is not only home to royal heritages but also to poetic landscapes and traditional villages along its rivers. This program brings you closer to the heart of Hue – its serene grdens, friendly locals, and long-standing crafts. An ideal retreat for those seeking cultural immersion through slow travel and hands-on activities.
Tour Program:
09:00 – Pick-up at Thien Mu Pagoda
10:30 – Board a dragon boat and enjoy a scenic cruise upstream along the Perfume River to Hue Ecolodge, where your journey to explore Thuy Bieu Village begins – a peaceful village known for its unique “garden-house” architecture.
11:00 – Take a leisurely walk or bike ride through the village to experience the rhythm of local life.
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Stop by Thuy Bieu local market to select fresh ingredients for the cooking class
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Visit fruit gardens, ancestral temples, and interact with local residents
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Drop by traditional artisan households including:
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Incense making
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Joss paper making
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Paper painting
Observe and experience their daily craftwork in a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
12:00 – Join a cooking class at Hue Ecolodge, and learn to prepare traditional Hue dishes under the guidance of our local chef:
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Vả trộn – a rustic salad made from unripe figs
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Bánh khoái – crispy Vietnamese pancake
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Ram ít – fried sticky rice cake topped with shrimp and pork filling
13:00 – Enjoy a delicious lunch at the Hue Ecolodge restaurant, tasting the dishes you’ve just made.
13:30 – Relax with a foot soak in herbal water and a foot massage by visually-impaired therapists – a traditional healing practice to soothe your body and mind.
14:00 – End of services.
Included:
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All sightseeing entrance fees
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One-way dragon boat ride and bicycle rental
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Cooking class
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Local guide
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01 lunch (or dinner)
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Foot soak & foot massage with medicinal herbs
Excluded: