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Forge Your Own Knife in a Historic Blacksmith Village
Hands-on Blacksmithing in Hanoi’s 500-year-old Forge
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Up to 8 guests
DURATION
3 hours
Booking type
Join-in trip
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Free pick-up
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Up to 8 guests
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Discover the craft behind Vietnam’s most famed knives & scissors
Ever wondered what it feels like to forge your own blade with fire and hammer? This hands-on workshop in the 500-year-old blacksmith village of Da Sy, just outside Hanoi, lets you do exactly that. Unlike typical tourist activities in the city, here you'll step straight into the shoes of a traditional Vietnamese bladesmith—and actually craft your own knife from start to finish.Da Sy isn’t just any village—it's famous across Vietnam for its master blacksmiths and was once known as the home of “the number one knife and scissors in Thang Long land”. During the war, it even produced weapons for the Vietnamese military. Today, it keeps those age-old techniques alive, turning out beautifully crafted tools and knives using time-honoured methods.If you’re the kind of traveller who loves going off the beaten path and experiencing something real, this is for you. No experience needed—just curiosity and a bit of enthusiasm. Whether you're an artist at heart or just want to make the perfect souvenir with your own hands, it’s an unforgettable way to connect with Vietnamese culture and leave with a unique gift (your very own handcrafted knife!)What to ExpectGo through the entire knife-making process from raw metal to finished bladeSketch your knife design onto specially selected steelShape and forge your blade alongside a master blacksmithTake turns hammering red-hot metal – sparks will fly, literally!Trim, sharpen and soak the blade in a secret tar-based solution passed down for generationsLeave with a one-of-a-kind, handmade knife – crafted entirely by youGood to KnowWorkshop lasts 3 hours, located in Da Sy village (around 30 mins from central Hanoi)Come wearing clothes you don’t mind getting a bit smoky – you’ll be working by the forge
Experience highlights
Forge your own knife from red-hot steel
Workshop in 500-year-old craft village
Discover secret tar-forging technique
What You’ll be Doing
Knife-making workshop: design, forge, shape and finish your own handcrafted blade.
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What’s Included
English-speaking instruction
1 bottle of water (500ml) per person
All materials for making knives
Your finished knife to take home at the end of the class
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Select Time for 07 Sep 2025
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Free pick-up from Guests' hotel(Hoàn Kiếm, Việt Nam)
- Start time is flexible. Do let us know which time you prefer
- Notes: *** Pickup & Meeting Information: With pickup service: Guests staying in the Old Quarter will be collected 45 minutes before the class starts. Without pickup service: Guests arriving on their own should reach the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the starting time.
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09:00AM - 12:00PM
Suitability / Accessibility
- Child Friendly (Recommended Age: 5+)
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- CancellationCancel 24 hours before activity for a full refund
- Minimum ParticipantsIf there are fewer than 2 participants, the host may reschedule or refund your booking.
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Thanh is someone who truly cares about showing people the real Vietnam. With a background in Environmental Science, she’s created something special—experiences that take guests beyond the usual tourist paths. Whether it's cooking alongside local mums, crafting with village artisans, or helping students practise English while cleaning up local areas, Thanh makes sure every activity feels meaningful. She’s also committed to keeping things green, offering zero-waste trips that are as thoughtful as they are memorable. It’s clear she’s not just hosting—she’s inviting people to connect, learn, and leave a positive impact behind.
Experience: 10 years
Speaks: Fluent English
Acceptance rate: 100%
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