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Private Tour | Learn about Agarwood in Vietnam with Vegetarian Meal | Hanoi - Vietnam

Hanoi Old Quarter: Q. Hoàn Kiếm, Hà Nội 100000, Vietnam
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What You'll Experience

Presentation on the history and significance of agarwood.
Overview of the various uses of agarwood in different cultures.
Explanation of the different grades and qualities of agarwood.
Explanation of how agarwood trees are cultivated and harvested.
Discussion on sustainable practices in agarwood cultivation.
Detailed demonstration of the agarwood extraction process.
Discussion on the tools and techniques used in the traditional and modern agarwood industry.
Vegetarian lunch with local people to get to know about the Buddhist religion.

Agarwood, also known as "oud," "gaharu," or "agar," is a highly valued aromatic resin found in Aquilaria trees. This precious substance has been revered for centuries across various cultures for its unique fragrance, medicinal properties, and cultural significance. Let's delve into the fascinating world of agarwood, exploring its history, cultural importance, cultivation, and sustainable practices, along with an in-depth look at the extraction process and the tools used in this industry.


Pick-up/Return point: 9:00 AM
Experience Location: 14:00 PM
Duration: 5 hours

Explanation of the different grades and qualities of agarwood.

Product from Agarwood.

The employees are working in the factory to make products from agarwood.

Discussion on the tools and techniques used in the traditional and modern agarwood industry.

Enjoy the herbal agar tea.

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Tour Itinerary

09:00 Arrival and Welcome:
- Pickup from the hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter.
- Brief introduction to the day's schedule and safety guidelines.
- Drive to Agarwood Factory which is 26km from Hanoi Center.
09:40 Introduction to Agarwood:
- Presentation on the history and significance of agarwood.
- Overview of the various uses of agarwood in different cultures.
- Explanation of the different grades and qualities of agarwood.
- Explanation of how agarwood trees are cultivated and harvested.
- Discussion on sustainable practices in agarwood cultivation.
- Detailed demonstration of the agarwood extraction process.
- Discussion on the tools and techniques used in the traditional and modern agarwood industry.
12:00 Vegetarian Lunch with Employees:
- Traditional vegetarian lunch served in the workshop's dining area.
- Opportunity for guests to dine with the workshop employees and ask questions about their work and daily life.
- Informal conversations to learn about the local culture and traditions.
- Enjoy some agar tea in Vietnamese style.
- Optional to try agar coffee, agar milk tea and herbal tea (extra cost) .
13:30 Get back to our car and go back to Hanoi.
14:00 Arrived in Hanoi City Center. Drop you off at the hotel .

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Hanoi Old Quarter: Q. Hoàn Kiếm, Hà Nội 100000, Vietnam
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