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Phu Tho Province

Phu Tho Province

Located approximately 80 km from Hanoi, Phu Tho is the ancestral land and the cradle of the Vietnamese nation. The terrain is characteristic of the midlands, featuring a major river system, vast green tea hills, and the pristine Xuan Son National Park. Visually, Phu Tho stands out for its ancient spiritual heritage—most notably the Hung Kings' Temple Historical Site—harmoniously blended with traditional craft villages and riverine landscapes. The province is home to two UNESCO-recognized intangible cultural heritages: the Worship of Hung Kings and Xoan Singing. For film crews, Phu Tho is an ideal location for historical dramas, period pieces, cultural documentaries, and rural-themed television series. Thanks to the Noi Bai – Lao Cai expressway, crews can easily travel, transport equipment, and access reliable accommodation logistics. It is a diverse and cost-effective filming destination for filmmakers.

Overview

Located approximately 80 km from Hanoi, Phu Tho is the ancestral land and the cradle of the Vietnamese nation. The terrain is characteristic of the midlands, featuring a major river system, vast green tea hills, and the pristine Xuan Son National Park. Visually, Phu Tho stands out for its ancient spiritual heritage—most notably the Hung Kings' Temple Historical Site—harmoniously blended with traditional craft villages and riverine landscapes. The province is home to two UNESCO-recognized intangible cultural heritages: the Worship of Hung Kings and Xoan Singing. For film crews, Phu Tho is an ideal location for historical dramas, period pieces, cultural documentaries, and rural-themed television series. Thanks to the Noi Bai – Lao Cai expressway, crews can easily travel, transport equipment, and access reliable accommodation logistics. It is a diverse and cost-effective filming destination for filmmakers.

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Filming locations

7 days

Permit processing time

6 vehicle types

Accessibility

Large / Small

Suitable crew size

Available

Local Support Agencies

16

Filming locations

7 days

Permit processing time

6 vehicle types

Accessibility

Large / Small

Suitable crew size

Available

Local Support Agencies

FEATURED LOCATIONS IN PHU THO PROVINCE

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Hung Lo Communal House

Hung Lo Communal House

Phu Tho Province

PAI 3.1

Production ready

Permit processing time7 days
Accessibility3 vehicle types
Suitable crew sizeMedium

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Xuan Son National Park

Xuan Son National Park

Phu Tho Province

PAI 3.1

Production ready

Permit processing time7 days
Accessibility4 vehicle types
Suitable crew sizeLarge

View details

Long Coc Tea Hills

Long Coc Tea Hills

Phu Tho Province

PAI 3.1

Production ready

Permit processing time7 days
Accessibility3 vehicle types
Suitable crew sizeSmall

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Tay Thien Scenic Complex and Truc Lam Zen Monastery

Tay Thien Scenic Complex and Truc Lam Zen Monastery

Phu Tho Province

PAI 3.1

Production ready

Permit processing time7 days
Accessibility4 vehicle types
Suitable crew sizeLarge

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Hoa Binh Hydropower Reservoir

Hoa Binh Hydropower Reservoir

Phu Tho Province

PAI 3.1

Production ready

Permit processing time7 days
Accessibility4 vehicle types
Suitable crew sizeLarge

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Lac Village

Lac Village

Phu Tho Province

PAI 3.1

Production ready

Permit processing time7 days
Accessibility4 vehicle types
Suitable crew sizeLarge

View details

Hoa Binh Hydropower Plant

Hoa Binh Hydropower Plant

Phu Tho Province

PAI 3.1

Production ready

Permit processing time7 days
Accessibility4 vehicle types
Suitable crew sizeLarge

View details

Van Lang Park

Van Lang Park

Phu Tho Province

PAI 3.1

Production ready

Permit processing time7 days
Accessibility4 vehicle types
Suitable crew sizeLarge

View details

Lung Van Valley

Lung Van Valley

Phu Tho Province

PAI 3.1

Production ready

Permit processing time7 days
Accessibility3 vehicle types
Suitable crew sizeLarge

View details

Thung Nai Lake

Thung Nai Lake

Phu Tho Province

PAI 3.1

Production ready

Permit processing time7 days
Accessibility4 vehicle types
Suitable crew sizeLarge

View details

Hung Lo Communal House

Hung Lo Communal House

Phu Tho Province

PAI 3.1

Production ready

Permit processing time7 days
Accessibility3 vehicle types
Suitable crew sizeMedium

View details

Xuan Son National Park

Xuan Son National Park

Phu Tho Province

PAI 3.1

Production ready

Permit processing time7 days
Accessibility4 vehicle types
Suitable crew sizeLarge

View details

Long Coc Tea Hills

Long Coc Tea Hills

Phu Tho Province

PAI 3.1

Production ready

Permit processing time7 days
Accessibility3 vehicle types
Suitable crew sizeSmall

View details

Tay Thien Scenic Complex and Truc Lam Zen Monastery

Tay Thien Scenic Complex and Truc Lam Zen Monastery

Phu Tho Province

PAI 3.1

Production ready

Permit processing time7 days
Accessibility4 vehicle types
Suitable crew sizeLarge

View details

Hoa Binh Hydropower Reservoir

Hoa Binh Hydropower Reservoir

Phu Tho Province

PAI 3.1

Production ready

Permit processing time7 days
Accessibility4 vehicle types
Suitable crew sizeLarge

View details

Lac Village

Lac Village

Phu Tho Province

PAI 3.1

Production ready

Permit processing time7 days
Accessibility4 vehicle types
Suitable crew sizeLarge

View details

Hoa Binh Hydropower Plant

Hoa Binh Hydropower Plant

Phu Tho Province

PAI 3.1

Production ready

Permit processing time7 days
Accessibility4 vehicle types
Suitable crew sizeLarge

View details

Van Lang Park

Van Lang Park

Phu Tho Province

PAI 3.1

Production ready

Permit processing time7 days
Accessibility4 vehicle types
Suitable crew sizeLarge

View details

Lung Van Valley

Lung Van Valley

Phu Tho Province

PAI 3.1

Production ready

Permit processing time7 days
Accessibility3 vehicle types
Suitable crew sizeLarge

View details

Thung Nai Lake

Thung Nai Lake

Phu Tho Province

PAI 3.1

Production ready

Permit processing time7 days
Accessibility4 vehicle types
Suitable crew sizeLarge

View details

FINANCIAL SUPPORT & INCENTIVES

Support / fee waiver policies

Accommodation support

Transport support

International crew / project support

PROCEDURES & PERMITS

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Average permit processing time7 days
Receiving agencyDepartment of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Phu Tho Province
Submission addressNo. 1168, Hung Vuong Street, Thanh Mieu Ward, Phu Tho Province
Contact emailsovhttdl@phutho.gov.vn
Contact information02103.846.390
Permit workflow
  • Step 1:Prepare the application documents (synopsis, crew list, and specific filming schedule and locations).
  • Step 2:Submit the application for the permit at the One-Stop Shop of the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Phu Tho Province.
  • Step 3:Awaiting review, location justification (if requested), and license issuance.

INFRASTRUCTURE

A. Access & accommodation

Transport infrastructure

Railway station, Inter-provincial expressway

Vehicle accessibility

Accessible by container trucks, Accessible by 16-45 seat coaches, Accessible by motorcycles and rudimentary vehicles, Accessible by heavy-duty trucks, Accessible by 16-seat vans and passenger cars, Accessible by boat

Accommodation quality

9 4-5 star hotels, 50 3-star hotels, 250 homestays

B. Operational support capacity

Transport & mobility support

Specialized equipment transport trucks, Taxi, 16-45 seat vehicle rental, Ride-hailing services

Equipment availability

Basic equipment

Local support manpower

Extras, Drivers, Logistics, Loaders/Riggers, Security

FINANCIAL SUPPORT

Phu Tho Province offers attractive financial incentives for international and domestic film crews. Contact the locality for details on tax relief, fee waivers, and production cost support.