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Duong Lam Ancient Village Private Tour: Tracing Back the Origin of Vietnam's Culture
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Embark on a private tour of Duong Lam Ancient Village, a living museum of ancient houses and red clay architecture. Trace back Vietnam’s culture and traditions while exploring narrow alleys and chatting with locals.
Embark on a private tour of Duong Lam Ancient Village, a living museum of ancient houses and red clay architecture. Trace back Vietnam’s culture and traditions while exploring narrow alleys and chatting with locals.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Hanoi Opera House - 8:30 am Tour guide and car from Paradise Indochina Travel come to pick you up at your hotels in Hanoi and start the trip to Duong Lam Ancient Village. It will take approximate 1.5hour drive. Enjoying the beautiful scenery of the rural areas on the way
- Sơn Tây Old Fortress - 10:00 Visit Son Tay citadel built in 1822 - a…
- Hanoi Opera House - 8:30 am Tour guide and car from Paradise Indochina Travel come to pick you up at your hotels in Hanoi and start the trip to Duong Lam Ancient Village. It will take approximate 1.5hour drive. Enjoying the beautiful scenery of the rural areas on the way
- Sơn Tây Old Fortress - 10:00 Visit Son Tay citadel built in 1822 - a Vauban fortification and a masterpiece of Vietnamese architecture. The landmark, covering a total area of 16 ha, not only bears historic value but also attracts increasing attention for its unique architecture. Tourists are able to see the remains of the once famous military rampart while enjoying the peace and quiet. It used to be one of the four major townships defending Thăng Long (Hà Nội), located in the west of the capital. The site contains many vestiges reflecting the Vietnamese people’s indomitable struggle, loyalty and resilience in the fights against foreign invaders. Though it was among 20 citadels built in Nguyễn Dynasty, it was the only one built entirely of laterite, a good material for defensive building that is available locally.
- Mong Phu village hall - Mong Phu Temple is located on one of the central and tallest places of the village and is about 1,800 sq.m in size. The temple was built in 1533 under the reign of King Mac Dang Doanh. It was renovated in early 19th century but still keeps basic and original architecture.
- Duong Lam Ancient Village - Then arrive at center of Duong Lam village. On the way, you see a natural holy “milking-well” storing clear water all the year round. It is believed that childless couple can give a birth if drinking this water. Today, Duong lam village still retains most of the basic characteristics of a village of Vietnam with port village, trees, courtyard, temples, well, water fields… The roads of Duong lam were special because they have the shape as the bones of fish. Some features are still kept in Duong Lam ancient village is the old village gate in Mong Phu village.
- Hanoi Opera House - 16:30 Drop you off at hotels around Hanoi Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem lake or Hanoi Opera House. Tour ends.

What's Included
- Round-trip private car transfer
- Biking adventure in Duong Lam
- Complimentary bottled water
- Authentic lunch at a local family’s home
- Professional English-speaking tour guide
- All entrance and sightseeing fees included
- Round-trip private car transfer
- Biking adventure in Duong Lam
- Complimentary bottled water
- Authentic lunch at a local family’s home
- Professional English-speaking tour guide
- All entrance and sightseeing fees included
What's Not Included
- Drinks during lunch
- Tips/gratuities
- Drinks during lunch
- Tips/gratuities
Additional Information
- The town is often referred to as a living museum of enduring laterite (a type of red clay shaped from weather-worn basalt found in northern Vietnam), showcasing antiquated homes that are as much as 400 years old.
- A trip to Duong Lam offers an insight into the roots of Vietnamese culture and customs.
- As you meander through its tight lanes, you…
- The town is often referred to as a living museum of enduring laterite (a type of red clay shaped from weather-worn basalt found in northern Vietnam), showcasing antiquated homes that are as much as 400 years old.
- A trip to Duong Lam offers an insight into the roots of Vietnamese culture and customs.
- As you meander through its tight lanes, you encounter the distinct architecture of its olden homes.
- Alongside this, you have the opportunity to explore the ruins of an Old Citadel and engage in conversations with the local residents within their historical residences.
Location
Hanoi Opera House
Tràng Tiền
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Vierrah
Mar 6, 2025
Should book the trip - Visiting Duong Lam Ancient Village was like stepping back in time. The service provided was excellent, from the moment we booked the trip we received great support from the staff, The tour was well organised and the tour guide provided great insights into the village traditions. A must-see destination for those who love cultural heritage
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M6901jlkath
Mar 2, 2025
10/10 - We had an amazing tour with our guide, Tu. He was extremely friendly and shared invaluable context and history about all the locations we visited. He even customized some of our stops based on our interests. Thank you, Tu!
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Jc0ttt
Jan 16, 2025
I would really recommend this trip - Entering Duong Lam Ancient Village,I was fascinated by the ancient architecture and spiritual atmosphere here. Visiting Phung Hung Temple and Ngo Quyen Tomb, I had a deeper understanding of the heroic history of Vietnam. The village exudes timeless beauty, lingering in my heart, The local people are friendly, they welcomed us very enthusiastically, The tour guide spoke English very well, he helped us connect and chat with some of the locals here, I really enjoyed the peace and quiet atmosphere of this place
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Marceauxa2025
Jan 10, 2025
Great Place to visit - Vistiting Duong Lam Ancient Village, you will feel like you are stepping into history. The centuries-old laterite houses, moss-covered walls and ancient courtyards tell stories of the past. Strolling through the cobblestone streets, I was amazed =at the preservation of Vietnam's rich cultural heritage.
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Budayk2024
Nov 22, 2024
Highly recommended - Visiting Duong Lam Ancient Village was like stepping back in time . Walking through the narrow red brick streets, I admired the centuries-old houses and historical sites such as the communal house and ancient temples. The tour guide vividly explained the stories behind each site, including the fortress that once protected the village. The peaceful atmosphere and rich history made the tour truly worthwhile.
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Oberha2024
Nov 19, 2024
Amazing - We choose to join a private tour to Duong Lam Ancient Village, a place of great historical value . Explore ancient relics, visit historical forts and learn from the locals about the cultural heritage of the village. With the guidance of Hana, our professional tour guide , you will discover the secrets of this fascinating destination.
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Maradj
Nov 16, 2024
Great tour guide ,worth going - Visiting Duong Lam ancient village is a journey back to the roots of Vietnamese culture and tradition. The tour includes exploring historical sites, wandering through timeless alleys and visiting the ancient fortress of an ancient citadel. The highlight is connecting with the locals, learning their stories and experiencing authentic village life. Many thanks to the tour guide Tien, Tien is very enthusiastic and thoughtful, always creating a relaxing and comfortable atmosphere throughout the trip
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Fellod2024
Nov 15, 2024
Highly Recommended Tour - Discover the charm of Duong Lam Ancient Village, a well-preserved relic of Vietnam’s rural past. Stroll through cobblestone alleys, admire centuries-old houses and visit historic temples. Explore the ancient fortress, a symbol of resilience and immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage on this private tour . We will also enjoy local specialties (Tuong Ban). Highly recommended.
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Voyager20347588417
Nov 13, 2024
Truly impressive trip - Discover the unique experience of a tour to the ancient Duong Lam Village, famous for its rich historical relics and solid architecture. This ancient village, often referred to as a “living museum”, takes us back centuries with its preserved ancient houses, halls and pagodas. Stroll through the narrow alleys, admire the red laterite walls and visit sites such as Mong Phu Temple and Giang Van Minh relics. We alsso visit the ancient houses of the local people and chat with them through our Guide . The peaceful atmosphere combined with the cultural depth makes this tour an unforgettable journey into Vietnam’s past.
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Pranut
Jun 4, 2023
Great experience! - We had a wonderful day trip to Duong Lam Ancient village. Out tour guide took me to a 400 year-old house, rustic area, a historical vestige Son Tay Fortress. The first moment we arrived the village, I was impressed by a unique village gate, very old and nice one. I also had an authentic experience. This village is one of a very few ones still keep the oringinal ancient features, well preserved The guide showed us many unique area. He spoke an excellent English and he was knowledgeable. I learned a lot about culture, lifestyle of Vietnam people...
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