Ha Noi Cyclo and Water Puppet Show
Tour Overview
Water puppetry, known in Vietnamese as Múa rối nước (literally “puppets dancing on water”), is a captivating form of traditional performance art that originated in the Red River Delta region of northern Vietnam over a thousand years ago, dating back to the 11th century. Unlike other styles of puppetry found across Asia, this unique Vietnamese tradition takes place on a water stage, with wooden puppets skillfully controlled by puppeteers standing behind a screen using long bamboo rods hidden beneath the water's surface. Over the centuries, water puppetry has evolved but remains a distinctive cultural expression, offering insights into rural life, folklore, and legends of Vietnam.
Itinerary
Around 4:00 PM, our guide will meet you at your hotel and take you on a relaxing cyclo tour through the vibrant streets of Hanoi’s Old Quarter, where you can soak in the lively atmosphere and explore the traditional trading streets.
At approximately 5:15 PM, arrive at the Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre to enjoy a captivating performance of this centuries-old Vietnamese art form.
Once the show concludes, you’ll head to a nearby local restaurant to savor a delicious Vietnamese dinner, featuring one of the country’s signature dishes.
After the meal, you’ll be transferred back to your hotel, arriving around 8:30 PM.
Prices are listed in USD per person.
