Duong Lam Village Day Tour

Travel Itinerary : Duong Lam Ancient Village Day Tour

8:00 AM, our guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel and take you to Duong Lam Village, a traditional agricultural village in the Northern Red River Delta known for its well-preserved, centuries-old houses.

Upon arrival, we’ll take a leisurely stroll through Mong Phu Hamlet, where the original architecture remains intact. Our first stop will be Mia Pagoda, built in the 15th century to honor Buddha. Here, you’ll have the chance to admire 287 beautifully crafted statues of various sizes, including the notable Buddha statue in the Himalayas and the Eight Vajra Deities.

The village’s entrance

We’ll then wander through the narrow alleys of the hamlet, stopping to visit some of the ancient houses, many of which are over 400 years old. You’ll have the opportunity to engage with the homeowners, learning about the history and architecture of these remarkable houses.

Next, we’ll visit the village center, where you’ll find the large, historic communal house, a key gathering place for villagers during important events. This is a great chance to explore the village’s iconic symbols: the banyan tree, water wells, entrance gate, and the communal house itself.

Visit Ngo Quyen Mausoleum

Lunch will be served in one of the ancient houses, where you’ll enjoy local dishes prepared by the host.

After lunch, we’ll do a leisurely bike ride through other hamlets in Duong Lam commune, giving you deeper insight into the daily life and farming practices of local Vietnamese peasants. Along the way, we’ll visit Ngo Quyen Temple, dedicated to Emperor Ngo Quyen (896–944), who led the decisive battle that ended 1,000 years of Chinese domination in 938. We’ll also visit Phung Hung Temple, which honors King Phung Hung (771–802), who united the people to fight off the Duong invaders, securing the nation’s independence.

After our bike ride, we’ll return to the host’s home, meet our driver, and head back to Hanoi, finishing the tour at your hotel by 5:00 PM.