Ninh Binh: Silk Hoa Lu Artisan Choice Tour
- 1.7–2 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Explore the intricate world of Vietnamese mulberry silk at Silk Farm Ben Gia in Ninh Binh. This immersive experience, guided by an English-speaking expert, takes you through the entire silk production process—from mulberry cultivation to silk reeling and hand weaving. Witness skilled artisans at work in the handmade production area, crafting exquisite silk bedding, embroidered quilts, and unique souvenirs. A visit to the showroom highlights the finished silk products, showcasing the rich craftsmanship of the region. This cultural tour is perfect for those interested in textiles and local artisan traditions. - Guided tour of Silk Farm Ben Gia with an English-speaking guide - Learn about the silk production process from mulberry to finished product - Observe artisans creating silk clothing and hand-embroidered items - Visit the showroom featuring a variety of silk goods and souvenirs - Besides the tour price, you will not have to pay any additional fees for the tour.
Inclusions
What's included
- Admission fee
- Silk-making demonstration
- Visit to the production area
- Visit to the showroom
- English-speaking guide
What's not
- Gratuities
- Government Fees
Itinerary
At Silk Farm Bến Giá, guests will enjoy a guided visit through the main areas of our traditional silk farm. They will walk through the mulberry garden to learn how mulberry leaves are grown as food for silkworms, visit the silkworm rearing house to observe the life cycle of silkworms, and explore the cocoon-making area where they can see how cocoons are formed and prepared for silk production. Guests will also visit our creative photo room, designed with silk, traditional craft materials, and local cultural details, where they can take memorable photos during the experience.
Visit Hoa Lu Silk Loom Workshop in Ninh Binh and discover the complete journey of Vietnamese mulberry silk. With an English-speaking guide, you will learn about each stage of traditional silk making, from growing mulberry leaves and raising silkworms to silk reeling, twisting threads, preparing the loom, warping, and hand weaving. After the silk-making introduction, explore our handmade production area, where local artisans create silk bedding, hand-embroidered quilts, silk clothing, and handmade souvenirs. You can observe the artisans at work, see the tools and materials they use, and understand how traditional techniques are preserved in modern high-quality silk products. The visit also includes our showroom, where finished silk products are displayed, including bedding, fashion pieces, and small handmade gifts. This experience is ideal for travelers who want to learn about Vietnamese craftsmanship, local culture, and the story behind silk.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Meet at the main entrance of Silk Farm Ben Gia. Look for the gate with the “Silk Farm Ben Gia” sign and the bamboo next to the entrance. The guide will be waiting at the gate to welcome guests and confirm the booking name.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 10 travellers
- Operated by
- Silk Hoa Lư Weaving Cooperative
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Vietnam, outside the cities
- Its from-price is 86% below the median of the 839 experiences we list in Vietnam, outside the cities.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 301 of 839.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
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