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**It may be possible to collect your handmade pottery within two days in Hanoi, but the timing needs to be checked before you book.** At Authentic Bát Tràng, pieces are generally ready in around 1–3 days, depending on the kiln schedule and the finish selected.
If taking your own piece home is a priority, send us your departure date and time first. We will check whether your class and collection plans can fit the production schedule.
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## How long does pottery take to be ready?
A newly shaped bowl or cup still needs time to dry, be finished, fired and cooled. The end of your class is the beginning of that work.
Use these timings as a planning guide:
| Finish | Typical preparation time after the class |
| --- | --- |
| Coloured glaze | Usually 2–3 days |
| White glaze, when a faster option is available | Approximately 1–2 days, subject to confirmation |
The wider 1–3 day estimate is a guide, not a guaranteed collection deadline. Ask us which options are available for your travel dates before choosing a class.
If you have more flexibility, allowing extra time makes collection easier to plan.
## How to plan a pottery class during a two-day Hanoi stay
### Book near the beginning of your visit
Choose the earliest suitable [pottery class in Hanoi Old Quarter](https://authenticbattrang.vn/class.html). A morning session on your first day gives the team more time to prepare your piece than a class just before departure.
You do not need previous pottery experience. Our instructors guide you through working with clay on the wheel, so you can enjoy learning while making something personal.
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### Share your actual collection deadline
“Leaving tomorrow” can mean an early flight, an evening train or a late-night bus. Tell us when you need to leave the Old Quarter, as well as your flight or onward travel time.
For example, a morning class followed by departure the next evening offers a different collection window from an afternoon class followed by an early flight. Two calendar days do not always provide the same amount of time.
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### Discuss the finish before deciding
If your schedule is tight, ask whether white glaze could work with the available kiln schedule. A faster option needs to be confirmed for your booking; changing the glaze alone does not guarantee next-day collection.
## What if my pottery is not ready before I leave Hanoi?
You can still enjoy the class and arrange to receive your finished piece later.
**International shipping can be arranged, with shipping fees charged separately.** Ask for a quote for your destination before deciding, and confirm the delivery address and expected transit time with our team. The time needed to finish the pottery and the time needed for shipping are separate.
If you are travelling elsewhere in Vietnam and returning to Hanoi, tell us your return date. We can discuss a collection plan around that itinerary.
Prefer a souvenir you can take away during your visit? Browse our [Bát Tràng ceramics shop](https://authenticbattrang.vn/view-all/) for finished cups, bowls, plates, tea sets and other ceramic gifts.
## Which pottery experience fits your Hanoi itinerary?
Our shop and workshops are at **115 Hàng Gai, Hoàn Kiếm, Hanoi**, making it convenient to include a creative activity in an Old Quarter visit.
The pottery wheel class is for guests who want to shape their own clay piece with guidance from an instructor.
If you would rather decorate a ceramic form, explore our [ceramic painting workshop in Hanoi](https://authenticbattrang.vn/ceramic-painting.html). Painted pieces also need firing, so check their collection timing separately before booking.
For a closer look at how ceramics are produced, consider our [Bát Tràng pottery village tour and class from Hanoi](https://authenticbattrang.vn/ceramic-painting.html). The experience combines pottery making with visits to working artisan workshops. Tell us about your departure plans when enquiring about the tour, too.
## Frequently asked questions
### Can I collect my pottery the same day as the class?
Same-day collection is not the usual option for a newly made clay piece. It needs further preparation and firing after your session. Contact us to discuss later collection or shipping.
### Can I receive my pottery the next day?
A white-glaze option may be possible in around 1–2 days when the schedule allows. Next-day collection must be checked in advance.
### Can I join a pottery class on my last day in Hanoi?
You can enquire about class availability, but plan how you will receive the piece afterwards. International shipping may let you enjoy the experience without needing to collect before departure.
### Is international shipping included in the class price?
No. Shipping fees are additional. Ask our team for a quote for your destination.
## Check your timing before booking
Only have two days in Hanoi? Send us your preferred class date, number of guests and the date and time you leave the city.
We will check the schedule with you so you can make an informed choice before booking.
**Authentic Bát Tràng**
115 Hàng Gai, Hoàn Kiếm, Hanoi Old Quarter
Email: info@authenticbattrang.vn
[Contact our team](https://authenticbattrang.vn/lien-he.html) or [view the pottery class details](https://authenticbattrang.vn/class.html).
