Your trip to old capital Hue will not complete without finishing the suggested list of things to do in Hue, among which is kite making class. As far as we know, the imperial city of Hue is famous for its beautiful kites, so why not spend your morning learning more about this traditional craft? On today’s tour, you will learn about Hue’s rich culture and heritage from a local artisan.

After you meet your guide at 8:30 am, you will start a cycling trip along the Perfume River to meet your instructor, a local kite lover who will introduce you the history of kite flying in Vietnam, which was a favourite entertainment of the aristocracy and mandarins of the Nguyen Dynasty.

Then step into the local artist’s workshop where he will show you how to make one-of-a-kind kites using the traditional methods. During the class, let’s enjoy the most interesting part of the kite making process – painting the kite. Indeed, kite painting requires a delicate hand, but with the guidelines of your instructor, it will be a masterpiece for sure. Wrap up this kite making experience with a truly unique handmade souvenir – a reminder of Hue’s rich artistic heritage.

Once you finished learning about the local arts stop for a short break at a local cafe for a cup of delicious Vietnamese coffee before returning to your hotel by bicycle.