Hanoi Jeep Tour to Bat Trang Pottery Village
- 4–4.5 hours
- Free hotel pickup
- English-speaking guide
- Private option
From $59 per adult
- Free date change
- Reserve now & pay later
Make your own ceramic piece in Vietnam's most famous pottery village.
Highlights
- Optional: a female guide in the traditional Vietnamese ao dai (+US$5 per person)
- Vintage army Jeep ride from Hanoi to Bat Trang
- Tea and cakes with a local family in a traditional house
- The colourful Bat Trang ceramic market
- The century-old Lo Bau kiln and a hands-on pottery workshop
- Lunch of freshly made Banh Cuon
What travellers say
★★★★★
Verified ReviewFantastic 5.0
We did the morning Jeep tour through Hanoi backstreets and Banana Island with Eco Trip Asia. Outstanding service! Our driver was skilled and navigating Hanoi traffic was actually a breeze. The coffee stop at the railway track was unforgettable. Highly recommended!
★★★★★
Verified ReviewFantastic 5.0
We thoroughly enjoyed our morning with Liam and our driver, who wove us in and out of traffic like an expert. The inclusion of a stop on Banana Island for tea, bananas and a peanut snack let us see a different side of this busy city. Cold, bottled water was welcome on a warm day and lunch was tasty. Liam was personable and informative. 😊
★★★★★
Verified ReviewFantastic 5.0
If you only have a short period of time in Hanoi, this is a great fast and furious tour, shows you the land marks, plus a bit of back street culture and the train. It was great fun and the trip to the B52 museum was pretty impressive. I recommend this short but sweet trip and our guide, Bee, was great, excellent English!
★★★★★
Verified ReviewFantastic 5.0
Brilliant half day tour in Hanoi! The guide spoke great English, answered every question about Vietnamese lifestyle and culture, and the vintage open-top vehicle made it super fun and breezy in the summer heat.
★★★★★
Verified ReviewFantastic 5.0
Super well organized tour by City Tour Hanoi team. From pickup at the hotel to the delicious egg coffee at the train street café, everything was flawless. The driver took safety very seriously.
★★★★★
Verified ReviewFantastic 5.0
I had a beautiful experience with Luna Ao Dai Female Guide She’s so kind and sweet and most of all she’s so knowledgeable.She knows the assignment..I loved how patient she is in taking me a pictures .It’s a 100/10 for me..
About this tour
- Free date changeDeposits are non-refundable, but you can move your tour to another date, subject to availability.
- Reserve now & pay laterSend a booking request for free. A small deposit secures your spot; the rest is paid on the tour day in cash (USD or VND) or by bank transfer.
- Duration 4–4.5 hoursStarting times: 07:30, 12:30
- Live tour guideEnglish-speaking guide
- Pickup & meeting pointFree hotel pickup in the Old Quarter
- Group size1–6 guests per booking
- Private tour availableBook a private tour for just your party, with your own guide and vehicle.
- DifficultyEasy
Itinerary
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Start
Traditional village house
Start with tea and mung bean cakes in an old house, chatting with residents about daily life and the village's history.
Bat Trang ceramic market
Browse thousands of pieces, from everyday bowls to fine art, and meet the vendors.
Lo Bau kiln & pottery workshop
See the century-old wood-fired kiln, then shape your own piece on the wheel with a local artisan.
Communal house & old lanes
Walk the moss-covered brick lanes, visit the communal house and watch craftsmen at work in small workshops.
Banh Cuon lunch
Enjoy steamed rice rolls filled with pork and mushrooms, served with crispy shallots.
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Finish
Return to Hanoi
Relax on the drive back with your handmade souvenir.
The route is approximate and may change with traffic and weather.
Full description
Bat Trang has made ceramics for more than five centuries, and this half-day Jeep tour takes you behind the shop fronts to meet the families who still do. You travel from Hanoi in an open-top army Jeep with a local guide, then explore the village on foot.
Share tea and mung bean cakes with residents in a traditional house, browse the ceramic market, and see the old wood-fired Lo Bau kiln before trying the potter’s wheel yourself in a hands-on workshop — your piece is yours to take home. A walk through the old lanes and communal house is followed by a lunch of freshly made Banh Cuon before the drive back to Hanoi.
Great for
- Families with children
- Craft and design lovers
- Travellers who want a hands-on experience
- Craft village
- Culture
- Handmade pottery
- Local life
Includes
Included
- English-speaking guide
- Vintage army Jeep with professional driver
- Pottery workshop
- Lunch (Banh Cuon)
- Entrance fees and bottled water
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in the Old Quarter
- Rain ponchos if needed
- Insurance during the tour
Not included
- Extra drinks
- Personal expenses
- Tips for your guide and riders/driver (optional)
- Anything not mentioned as included
Prices
| Traveller | Group tour | Private tour |
|---|---|---|
| Adult (9+ years) | $59 | $75 |
| Child (5–8 years) · 75% of adult | $44.25 | $56.25 |
| Child (under 5 years) | Free | Free |
Pickup
Free hotel pickup in the Old Quarter
- Free hotel pickup in the Old Quarter
- Staying outside the Old Quarter: meet us at 46 Nguyen Huu Huan Street or Hanoi Opera House
- I will meet the guide at the starting point
Important information
- Some pieces need firing and cannot be taken the same day; your guide will explain the options
- A surcharge applies on public holidays such as Lunar New Year, payable on site
- Optional: female guide in a traditional ao dai — US$5 per person. Tick it when you book
- Each child gets their own child seat. Babies too small to sit alone ride with you, on your lap
- The jeep has a canvas roof, but rain blows in from the sides, so we give you a poncho
- A deposit confirms your booking: 15% for bookings under $100, 10% for larger bookings. The balance is paid on the tour day in cash (USD or VND) or by bank transfer.
- Deposits are non-refundable. You can change your tour date, subject to availability.
Frequently asked questions
Are food and drinks included?
Yes — the food and drinks listed in the itinerary are included. Vegetarian and vegan options are available; just tell us about any dietary needs when you book.
Can I take my pottery home?
Yes, the piece you make is yours. Depending on the type, some items need time to dry and fire; your guide will help you with the options on the day.
What happens if it rains?
Tours run in rain or shine. We provide rain ponchos, and your guide may adjust the order of stops to keep you comfortable. If we have to cancel because the weather makes the tour unsafe, you can move it to another date free of charge or choose a full refund. If the tour goes ahead and you decide not to join, the deposit is not refundable, but you can still change your date.
How much do children pay?
Children aged 5–8 pay 75% of the adult price and children under 5 join for free. From age 9 the adult price applies.
Can I change my date or cancel?
Deposits are non-refundable, but you can move your tour to another date, subject to availability.
Do I have to pay now?
Send a booking request for free. A small deposit secures your spot; the rest is paid on the tour day in cash (USD or VND) or by bank transfer.
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