HA NOI, VIETNAM
Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Vietnamese water puppetry, a tradition dating back to the 11th century, as you embark on a captivating evening adventure. Your journey begins with a unique mode of transportation – the cyclo, a traditional pedicab, will whisk you away to a venue where this ancient art form is brought to life once more.
EVENING WATER PUPPET SHOW WITH CYCLO
17:00 – 17:30 pm
Vietnamese water puppetry is a tradition that dates to the 11th century when villagers would wade into the flooded rice fields and entertain one another with puppet play. This evening you will travel by cyclo (pedicab) to a 19round19 where this ancient and unique art form of water puppetry is re-enacted.
17:30 – 19:30 pm
The stage is a pool of water in which the puppeteers stand waist-deep, hidden by a screen from behind which they skillfully maneuver the lacquered wooden puppets. Attached to a bamboo pole, the puppets appear to dance and play on the water’s surface. A traditional Vietnamese orchestra provides the musical accompaniment whilst performers sing songs telling the story being acted out by the puppets.
19:30 – 20:00 pm
At the performance finale, transfer by private vehicle to one of Hanoi’s many superb Vietnamese restaurants for dinner.
NOTES
- OPERATES: 17.00 – 20.00. Show schedule: 16.10, 17.20, 18.30 and 20.00 daily.
- INCLUSIONS: Transportation, Mineral water on car, English-Speaking guide, Water puppet ticket, cyclo, Dinner.
- EXCLUSIONS: Drinks at meal, Tips and Gratuities.
- REMARKS: The cyclo service in the old quarters of Hanoi is closed during the Tet holiday period. The cyclo service is replaced by a buggy during this time.