Bat Trang Ceramic & Lacquer Painting Hands-on Experience
HIGHTLIGHTS
Travel Style: Active Tours, Special Interests
Trip length: Day Tour
Escape the hustle and bustle of Hanoi and spend a day exploring Vietnam’s traditional craftsmanship in a truly immersive way.
This hands-on experience takes you to Bat Trang Ceramic Village, renowned for centuries-old pottery making, and a lacquer painting workshop where you’ll learn from skilled local artists. Roll up your sleeves to create your own lacquer painting or ceramic piece, guided step by step by artisans passionate about their craft. Beyond just watching, you’ll dive into the creative process—shaping, painting, and polishing—to bring home a unique, handmade souvenir. Along the way, discover the heritage of Vietnam’s fine arts, meet friendly locals, and enjoy a refreshing break from the city. Perfect for families, art lovers, and anyone seeking a cultural encounter beyond sightseeing.
- Hands-on lacquer painting workshop with a local artist.
- Learn centuries-old techniques of applying, painting, and polishing.
- Visit Bat Trang Ceramic Village and witness pottery-making traditions.
- Try your hand at crafting your own ceramic product.
- Shop for high-quality, authentic ceramic and lacquer souvenirs.
- Private tour, interactive cultural experience away from Hanoi’s crowds.
ITINERARY
8.00 Depart from your hotel in Hanoi, about 30 minutes drive to Hanoi vicinity to visit a lacquerware workshop to meet with an artist who is skillful of making finest lacquer works, learn about our centuries-old technique of applying and polishing layer upon layer of varnish. Take a look around the workshop and learn about lacquer making procedures, how local people doing their craft works everyday.
Then roll up your sleeves and immerse yourself in an interactive and funny making a folk artwork under instructions of the host, a skillful artist, from beginning choosing materials, drawing, painting, sharpening and polishing. You will see how your product turning into an artwork. Let your creativity soar and make an ideal gift or memento of your journey to Vietnam.
Continue on to Bat Trang Ceramic Village, it is famous for ceramic and pottery products of high quality which are being exported worldwide. Should you would like to contemplate workers making ceramic products by hand, here the place, you can also try it yourself to make your own ceramic. You’ll witness theses artisans at work as you roam down narrow alleys into shops where you’ll be able to buy their refined ceramics at unbelievable prices.
16.00 say goodbye friendly local hosts and finish your trip at your hotel.
PRIVATE TOUR PRICE
The price (USD/person) is quoted for a private tour based on the group sizes, you can send us your inquiry to make up a personalized itinerary and quotation.| Tour Category | 2 pax | 3-5 pax | 6-8 pax | 9 pax up |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private tour | $80 | $62 | $58 | $52 |
Not fit your requirement? Feel free to contact us to plan this trip and get the best possible price based upon your travel period and specific touring needs.
INQUIRY
Other information
- Suitable for families, small groups, and creative travelers.
- Art workshops are beginner-friendly, no prior skills needed.
- Wear casual clothes that you don’t mind getting paint or clay on.
- Finished artworks may take time to dry—ask your guide about options for collection or delivery.
What to Expect
- Hands-on learning – not just observing but creating your own artworks.
- Artisan insights – friendly, skillful artists explain techniques in detail.
- Cultural immersion – explore local workshops, alleys, and traditional houses.
- Personal keepsake – bring home your handmade lacquer or ceramic piece.
- Local hospitality – enjoy chatting with artisans and discovering their daily life.
Tour Includes
- Transferring as per program
- English speaking tour guide
- Hands-on class of making lacquer painting, bring home your work,
- Lunch at local restaurant
- Bottle Mineral water
Tour Excludes
- Tips, beverages, personal expenses
- Travel insurance