VNN02: Dong Ho Handicraft Village, But Thap And Dau Pagoda(Full Day)

Overview

From Dong Ho, we drive to But Thap pagoda, one of the finest pagodas in Vietnam and known as Vietnam’s first Buddhist center. The name But Thap means pen brush and was given to reflect the shape of the Bao Nghiem Tower. The principal attraction of the pagoda the statue to the Avalokitesvara or Goddess of Mercy, which has no fewer than 11 faces, 994 arms and 994 eyes – each eye resting on the palm of a hand.

We leave Hanoi at 08:30 am and drive to Dong Ho village located just north in Hanoi, famous for wood-block-printing. The paper is made from the bark of the do tree, then brushes it with a paste made from crushed mussel shells to give it an iridescent shine and the paints themselves are also derived from natural ingredients: red from clay and rocks; orange from gardenia flowers; black from charred bamboo leaves; and the blue from indigo leaves.

You have about 30-45 minutes to visit this village with some families where they make these enchanting prints.

From Dong Ho, we drive to But Thap pagoda, one of the finest pagodas in Vietnam and known as Vietnam’s first Buddhist center. The name But Thap means pen brush and was given to reflect the shape of the Bao Nghiem Tower. The principal attraction of the pagoda the statue to the Avalokitesvara or Goddess of Mercy, which has no fewer than 11 faces, 994 arms and 994 eyes – each eye resting on the palm of a hand.

Picnic lunch.

We go on to Dau Pagoda. At one time the pagoda was the most important center of Vietnamese Buddhism and served as a monastery and place of learning. There, we can see the 17-metre high Hoa Phong Tower, constructed in the 6th century. The Dau complex includes three buildings: the anterior compartment, the incense burning hall and the main temple.

Drive back to Hanoi. We arrive Hanoi at around 16 30 PM.

HAVE A GREAT TRIP!

Prices

No. of Guest(s)		1	2	3
Price/Person	VND * 1,000	3,400	2,200	1,800
	~USD	$148	$96	$78
No. of Guest(s)		4	5	6
Price/Person	VND * 1,000	1,600	1,450	1,350
	~USD	$70	$63	$59
No. of Guest(s)		>=7	Child
Price/Person	VND * 1,000	1,250	850
	~USD	$54	$37

Inclusions

●   Air-conditioned private vehicle
●   English speaking guide
●   Entrance fee
●   Picnic lunch

Exclusions

●   Personal expenses
●   Tips and Gratuities (recommended)
●   Drinks (beer, soft drinks…)

Amendment and Cancellation Policy

●   Within 24 hours before departure: Guests pay 100%
●   From 24 – 48 hours before departure: Guests pay 50%
●   Prior to 48 hours before departure: Guests pay 20%

●   Please note that timing and itinerary are subject to change without notice. However, we will do everything we reasonably can to make sure everything goes according to plan.

●   We also offer pickup service at other districts with extra fees:

• District 2, 7, 8, 5, 6, 10, 11, Tân Bình: 500,000VND(~22$)/Group/Tour.
• District 9, 12, Thủ Đức, Bình Tân, Tân Phú, Gò Vấp: 1,000,000VND(~43$)/Group/Tour.

●   If you want to have a guide who can speak different language than English, please check availability with us; there might be an extra charge for below languages

• French/Japanese: 400,000VND(~17$)/Group/Tour.
• Chinese: 500,000VND(~22$)/Group/Tour.
• Russian: 600,000VND(~26$)/Group/Tour.
• Thai: 900,000VND(~39$)/Group/Tour.
• German/Italian/Spanish: 1,100,000VND(~48$)/Group/Tour.
• Korean: 1,900,000VND(~83$)/Group/Tour.

●   Children Policy

• From 12 years old up: pay as an adult.
• From 5 – 11 years old: Pay 75%
• Under 5 years old: Free of charge. However, only one under-five free admission per booking. If you have more than two under-five, from the second kid pays 50% each.