The pottery village of Phu Lang

This photo tour can be combined with our “Soy sauce village of Ban Yen Nhan” or “Tho Ha – The rice paper making village” to make a full day, solo surcharge not apply in this case.

Lying on the bank of the peaceful Song Cau river, Phu Lang is among a number of pottery villages in Vietnam whose craft history has spanned for centuries. Here, almost each and every household is a pottery workshop, where the hands or artisans have shaped and molded the beautiful products to supply for the Vietnamese homes.

On our Phu Lang photography tour, we will be strolling along the village narrow alleys, drop by various households and while talking with the warm-hearted locals to learn more about their lives, we’ll capture the different moments of works and bring up the story of a traditional craft village of Vietnam. Whether you’re a seasoned photographer seeking new artistic inspiration or a passionate enthusiast eager to delve into the heart of a Vietnamese traditional village, this tour promises an unforgettable experience that will leave you with shots to keep for good.

Phu Lang pottery village photo tour summary

Tour duration
5.5 hours

Tour route
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Level of difficulty
Easy

Tour cost
148 USD/person (min. 02 persons)

Group size
Maximum 06

Transportation
Private car

Phu Lang pottery village photo tour itinerary

The Itinerary

7.30am: Depart from Hanoi

9.00 – 11.30am: Arrive at Phu Lang. Here, we’ll stroll along the village’s narrow alleys, where almost each household is a pottery maker, specializing in some certain products. We will photograph the different steps involved for a pottery product to come out to the market. In terms of photography, we will concentrate on how to document the village in a story-telling way and how to spot the right moment for capturing a great shot.

With Momentlives, you don’t just take the photo and walk away. We’ll make sure you’re connected to the local workers to hear about their lives. And don’t forget, only when you understand the stories, can you take the significant photos.

1.00pm: Return to your hotel in Hanoi.

Camera gears

DSLR/Mirrorless/Phone
Wide angle lens such as 24mm or 35mm. Generally less than 50mm is more applicable.
Batteries, memory cards
Drone: Although you can surely fly, there’s little to capture from the air. We suggest focusing only on your conventional camera.

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