Experience Bao La Bamboo Weaving Village class – Quang Dien, Hue 1 Day Tour
Bao La Bamboo and Rattan Village in Quang Dien, Hue, is home to village artisans who dedicate their lives to preserving traditional weaving. This is not just a village—it feels like a living museum, where the Vietnamese soul is woven into every bamboo fiber.
Visiting Bao La Bamboo Weaving Village is not about shopping for souvenirs. It’s about experiencing something deeper: seeing, feeling, and learning the craft of bamboo weaving. You can even try your hand at the process and bring home a finished product made by yourself.
Just a short drive from Hue City, Bao La offers an escape from the noise of tourist crowds. Here, you step into the calm rhythm of the countryside. As you get closer, you’ll notice piles of bamboo leaning against village houses, drying under the sun, then split into fine strips ready for weaving. It feels as if the whole village breathes bamboo.
What struck me most was the sound: the gentle, steady tack-tack-tack of weaving. It’s like a heartbeat—soft, rhythmic, yet powerful. This sound has been echoing through Bao La for more than 600 years, passed down from one generation to another. A visit here is not just a trip; it’s an encounter with history, culture, and the artistry of Hue’s people.
For any further information about this tour, please get in touch with the hotline 0905.223.343 (Ms Tina)
Highlights
- Hands-on experience at Bao La bamboo weaving village, Hue, a craft village with over 600 years of history.
- Meet local artisans and try weaving your own product.
- Discover the rural lifestyle of Quang Dien and enjoy an authentic local lunch.
- Combine with visits to nearby cultural landmarks.
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| PACKAGE TOUR PRICES | ||
| Tour price per person | ||
| Adult | Children | BOOK TOUR |
45$ |
34$ | |
| Tour Price (All-Inclusive) | |
| Aldults | Children |
| 45 USD | 20 USD |
| Private tour as your request | Price depends on customer requirements |
| Departure with groups of 4 or more | |
- Duration: 4 – 5 hours
- Morning or Afternoon tour
- Departure Point: Hue City Hotel
Group guests up 4 pax, please contact 0916.52.8884 for better advice.
| Experience Bao La Bamboo Weaving Village – Quang Dien, Hue 1 Day Tour | |
| Introduction & Description | |
| 08:30 |
Pick up at your hotel in Hue city. Enjoy a scenic drive through peaceful countryside roads, passing lush rice fields and crossing An Lo Bridge with fresh river breezes. |
| 09:00 | Arrive at Bao La bamboo weaving village in Quang Phu commune, Quang Dien district. Your guide will share stories of the 600-year-old village, known as one of Hue’s most famous traditional craft villages. |
| 09:30 | Visit the Bao La Bamboo Weaving Cooperative. Watch local artisans demonstrate every step of the craft: Splitting bamboo, shaping thin strips, and weaving household items. Try weaving simple products like a small basket or coaster, which you can keep as a souvenir. |
| 10:00 | Explore the exhibition space and shop for authentic handicrafts: Market baskets, trays, sieves, lampshades, and bamboo furniture. Meet artisans, chat with them, and learn how the village keeps its tradition alive. |
| 10:30 | Bao La bamboo weaving village class. |
| 12:00 |
Transfer to a restaurant or a garden house in Quang Dien. Enjoy a local lunch with specialties such as braised field fish, clam soup with mixed vegetables, grilled mullet pancake, and Hue sweet dessert.
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| 14:00 | Visit the Quang Dien local market, where Bao La products are also sold. Experience local shopping culture and interact with friendly vendors. |
| 15:00 |
Continue to a nearby cultural site, suggested options:
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| 16:30 | Return to Hue City. End of tour |
Tour Including
- Round-trip transfer
- English-speaking guide
- Entrance fees
- Weaving workshop
- Lunch
- Drinking water
Tour Excluding
- Personal expenses
- VAT (Value Added Tax)
- Tips for staff (optional but appreciated)
Tour price for children
- Ages 1–4: Free (up to 2 children per group)
- Ages 5–9: 50% of the ticket price
Pro Tips for the Tour
- Use sunscreen
- Bring or rent an underwater camera for great photos
Cancellation Policy
- 10 days before departure: No fee
- 7 days before: 30% fee
- 5 days before: 40% fee
- 3 days before: 50% fee
- 2 days before: 70% fee
- Within 24 hours: 100% fee
Important Notes
- Take care of your personal belongings
- All prices are all-inclusive — no hidden fees
How to Book Quickly
Book directly via hotline or through our website to enjoy a 10% discount for groups of 6+ people.
📞 Booking Hotline: 0916.528.884
🌐 Website: www.hoianexplorer.com
