Rural Painting – Capture Your Vân Long Memories

Under the guidance of local artists, you can paint a unique rural scene that reflects your personal style. This isn't just a fun and creative experience; it's also a chance to learn about local culture and create a meaningful souvenir to take home.

Experience Duration: 1.5 – 2.5 hours (depending on your preference)

Distance: 4km round trip from the Vân Long boat station to the Lúa Homestay (the experience location)

Availability: Every Saturday, Sunday, and on holidays from 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM and 1:30 PM – 5:00 PM

Suitable for: All visitors

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The Art of Traditional Embroidery with Master Artisans

This experience allows you to:

Learn: About the art of traditional embroidery through instruction from experienced artisans.

Practice: Feel the meticulousness of every stitch in this unique art form.

Create: Preserve your memories with a keepsake made by your own hands.

Discover: Learn about the unique culture of the local craft village.

Experience Duration: 1.5 – 2 hours (depending on your preference)

Distance: 2km round trip from the Vân Long boat station to Lống Village (the experience location)

Availability: All days of the week, including holidays, from 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM and 1:30 PM – 5:00 PM

Suitable for: Female visitors of all ages, especially middle-aged women.

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Ox or Buffalo Cart Tour

This unique tour allows you to leisurely ride an ox or buffalo cart through the peaceful countryside and feel the slow, interesting pace of local life. This journey is not just about exploring nature but also a chance to learn about the local culture, interact with villagers, and enjoy—or purchase—seasonal products and unique handicrafts as souvenirs.

Experience Duration: 1 – 1.5 hours (depending on your preference)

Distance: 3 – 5km round trip

Availability: All days of the week, including holidays, from 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM and 1:30 PM – 5:00 PM

Suitable for: All ages, especially families.

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Firefly Watching – Experience the Nightlife of a Unique Insect

Join this tour and walk or travel by boat to experience the bustling and vibrant nightlife of insects and amphibians, especially the magical and shimmering colors of fireflies.

You'll also get to learn fascinating information about these species that you may never have known before. This is also an opportunity to connect with the local boatmen and learn about their culture and way of life.

Experience Duration: 1 – 2 hours (depending on your preference)

Distance: 2 – 3km round trip

Best Time: During the summer from late March to the end of May, from 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM

Suitable for: All ages, especially families with young children.

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Become a Real Farmer and Work in the Fields

Participate in this tour to relive the childhood memories of the Vietnamese countryside with familiar chores from long ago, such as herding buffalo, cutting grass, catching crabs and snails, or becoming a trusted rice planter.

You'll get to learn the skilled methods of catching shrimp, crabs, and fish from experienced local farmers. You'll also learn about the unique culture of the honest and simple people from this wetland area, and get to enjoy rustic meals made with your own hands.

Experience Duration: 2.5 – 3 hours (depending on your preference)

Distance: 1 – 2km round trip (depending on the season and weather)

Best Time:

• Summer-Autumn Season: 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM | 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
• Winter-Spring Season: 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Suitable for: Teenagers and middle-aged visitors.

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Traditional Cultural Experiences at Vân Long

Visitors can listen to the ancient melodies of chèo opera and sẩm folk singing performed by "rural artists" at the Tập Ninh and Phù Long communal halls in Gia Vân Commune. Another unmissable venue to enjoy chèo is the "Chèo Stage" located on King Kong Island in the Vân Long Lagoon.

Experience Duration: 1.5 – 2 hours

Suitable for: Visitors who are middle-aged and older.