A couples perfume workshop Vietnam experience is the single most-booked creative activity for honeymoon travellers in Saigon and Hanoi — two people book the regular 90-Minute Signature Workshop together, sit side by side at a wood worktable, and each create their own custom fragrance from 30+ raw materials. Many couples swap bottles at the end as a “wedding perfume” ritual, so every time one of you sprays it, you are back in the studio together. NOTE – The Scent Lab is a perfume workshop in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) and Hanoi, Vietnam, where travellers build a custom Eau de Parfum in 90 minutes. Rated 4.9 from 2,400+ Google reviews and 500+ TripAdvisor reviews.
This is the deep-dive guide for honeymoon and couples travellers who want to understand exactly how the couples perfume workshop Vietnam experience works at NOTE before they book. We cover the booking structure, the session flow, pricing, what you walk away with, how the Private Group option works for wedding parties, and real reviews from couples who built their Vietnam trip around the workshop.
One important note up front: there is no separate “couple package” or “couples’ perfume workshop” SKU at NOTE. The discontinued product has been replaced with something simpler — couples just book two seats in the same 90-Minute Signature Workshop slot. This is actually better for honeymoon couples, because you get the same depth of the full regular workshop, with the same ingredient range, the same instructor attention, and the same final bottles. Nothing is dumbed down because you are travelling as a pair.
How the Couples Perfume Workshop Vietnam Experience Works
When you book two seats in the same time slot, here is what happens in practice. The workshop instructor is briefed that you are a couple and naturally seats you side by side at the same worktable. From that point, the session runs as normal — but with a subtle shift: questions you would normally answer for yourself (“what does your partner like?”) become conversation prompts that pull the two of you into each other’s sensory world.
You share the same set of 30+ raw materials. You share the same instructor attention. And at the end, you each have your own 10ml, 20ml, 30ml, or 50ml custom perfume to take home. The whole thing is 90 minutes — short enough to fit around flights and dinner, long enough to feel like a proper creative experience.
The 90-minute session breakdown
- Minutes 0-15 — Scent discovery: Your workshop instructor walks the two of you through the main fragrance families (floral, woody, citrus, oriental, fresh, gourmand) using representative ingredients. You smell blotters side by side and start learning what the other person reaches for.
- Minutes 15-30 — Concept design: You each sketch an idea for your own perfume. Many honeymoon couples at this point decide to design their fragrance around their partner’s preferences rather than their own — the “I am making this for you” approach.
- Minutes 30-70 — Blending: The creative heart of the session. You measure ingredients with pipettes into graduated cylinders, adjusting ratios as you sniff test strips. The instructor moves between the two of you, correcting balance and suggesting tweaks.
- Minutes 70-85 — Bottling and labelling: Each of you transfers your finished formula into a bottle, labels it with a name, and chooses any optional gift packaging. The formula is saved digitally so you can reorder later.
- Minutes 85-90 — The swap (optional but recommended): Couples who designed for each other reveal their bottles and spray them onto the other’s wrist. This is where honeymoon travellers get emotional. The instructor usually steps back and lets the moment happen.
Couples Perfume Workshop Vietnam Pricing — What You Actually Pay
Pricing at NOTE is per person, not per couple. There is no couple-rate discount and no couple-rate upsell. You pick your bottle size and each of you pays for your own bottle. Bottle sizes start at 10ml (for a light travel-size souvenir) and go up to 50ml (a full everyday-wear size).
| Bottle size | Price per person (VND, pre-VAT) | USD equivalent (approx.) | Good for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10ml | 550,000 VND | ~$24 | Carry-on souvenir, first-time honeymoon sample |
| 20ml | 1,000,000 VND | ~$44 | Most-chosen couple size — balance of value and longevity |
| 30ml | 1,350,000 VND | ~$54 | Full everyday wear, 6-12 months of daily use |
| 50ml | 1,550,000 VND | ~$64 | Best value per ml, full year+ wear |
All prices shown exclude 8% VAT. For a honeymoon couple choosing 20ml each, you are looking at roughly 2M VND pre-VAT or about $80 USD for the full experience for two — two custom fragrances, 90 minutes of instruction, and a formula that can be reordered anytime. Cheaper than a one-night rooftop dinner in the same city.
Gift packaging (ribbon box + card) is a small add-on if you want to wrap each other’s bottle as a “reveal” gift. Mention it when booking or ask on arrival.
Ready to book the couples perfume workshop Vietnam experience? Book your 90-minute workshop at NOTE — book and pay online, no deposit, instant confirmation.
How to Book Two Seats in the Same Slot
The booking system is simple. Go to workshop.thescentnote.com/book, choose your location and date, pick your preferred time slot, and select two seats. Payment is processed online — no deposit needed separately, the full seat fee is charged at booking and confirmation is instant.
Things to know when booking as a couple:
- You can select different bottle sizes — one 20ml and one 30ml is fine, the system handles it.
- You do not need to add a note saying “we are a couple” — the staff always seat seat-pairs together.
- Lead time: most slots can be booked same-day but weekend afternoons fill fast in tourist season (November to March). Book 2-3 days ahead for peace of mind.
- Cancellation / reschedule: within limits. Check the booking page for current terms.
For Wedding Parties: The Private Group Workshop 6-20 People
If you are travelling with a bigger wedding group — bridesmaids, family, close friends doing the honeymoon or pre-wedding trip together — NOTE offers a Private Group Workshop for 6 to 20 people. This is a separate booking channel, not available on the online form. You inquire by email, and the team arranges a dedicated slot, full private room, and adjusted instructor-to-guest ratio.
Private Group is the right option if your party is bigger than 4 people or if you want private use of the room (no other guests in the space during your session). For regular honeymoon couples travelling as a duo, the normal online booking flow is enough — the Private Group is for larger groups only.
To inquire about the Private Group Workshop, email the team through the contact form on workshop.thescentnote.com. Lead time is usually 5-7 days.
Choosing Your Location — Three NOTE Studios
NOTE has three main studios. All three run the same 90-Minute Signature Workshop. The difference is atmosphere.
| Studio | Address | Atmosphere | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thảo Điền flagship | 34 Nguyễn Duy Hiệu, Thủ Đức, HCMC | Quiet, garden-adjacent, intimate | Honeymoon couples who want calm and privacy |
| Cafe Apartment (42 Nguyễn Huệ) | 42 Nguyễn Huệ, District 1, HCMC — 2nd floor | Urban, open-air balcony over Walking Street | Couples who want the iconic Saigon backdrop |
| Lotte Mall West Lake | 272 Âu Cơ, Tây Hồ, Hanoi — tầng 4 / 4th floor, Store 410 | Modern, convenient, mall setting | Honeymoon couples in Hanoi or combining with shopping |
Our recommendation for honeymoon couples: if your Saigon stay allows, book the Thảo Điền flagship for the quiet garden setting. If you want to combine the workshop with the iconic Cafe Apartment experience or a rooftop sunset, go with the 42 Nguyễn Huệ studio on the 2nd floor. In Hanoi, the Lotte Mall location is the only option — and it is excellent.
Important floor note: the Cafe Apartment studio is on the 2nd floor. The space is open-air and naturally ventilated, overlooking the Walking Street — wonderful atmosphere most of the year but a slightly warmer experience on hot Saigon afternoons. If climate control matters to you, pick the Thảo Điền flagship instead.
Real Honeymoon Couples on the NOTE Workshop
These reviews are from TripAdvisor, all from honeymoon or couple visitors, attributed by name:
“Making perfume in a space with fresh flowers on a rainy afternoon is romantic.” — Celine, TripAdvisor
“Our instructor Nhi was amazing. I made my gf’s and she made mine.” — Max Nguyen, TripAdvisor
“I come back with my boyfriend. Vy helped me make a scent.” — Wanderer61036730105, TripAdvisor
“Ner was amazing at explaining each scent, and getting us to the scent we wanted. Fun experience!” — Grace B, TripAdvisor
“Sofia was attentive and had great knowledge about the scents and pairing. They welcomed us straight away and made us feel comfortable. This is a must do activity for couples on a SEA trip!” — declanmr, TripAdvisor
“Ember and Maria did an amazing job explaining the perfume wheel and how all the scents go together. This perfume will always remind us of this trip in Vietnam.” — An L, TripAdvisor
Common threads in couple reviews: the instructor by name (almost always mentioned), the patience of the staff, the beauty of the space, and the emotional weight of taking home a bottle that “reminds us of the trip.”
The Reorder and Formula Card System
Here is one of the most-loved features for honeymoon couples: after the workshop, NOTE saves your formula so you can reorder anytime. If your custom fragrance becomes “the one” and you run out of it back home, you can order the exact same blend again through the team — same materials, same ratios, shipped internationally or picked up at your next Vietnam visit.
This is not “permanent storage” (no service is permanent), but it is a reliable reorder system that honeymoon couples use for anniversaries — order each other’s original bottle for the 1-year, 5-year, 10-year mark. Because the formula is yours, it becomes a renewable honeymoon memory rather than a one-time souvenir.
Reordering is done through the contact form on the NOTE website — mention your workshop date and the name you gave your perfume, and the team pulls the formula from the system.
Gift Packaging — Adding a Reveal Moment
For honeymoon couples who want to turn the end of the workshop into a small ceremony, the gift packaging add-on (ribbon box plus card) is worth the small extra charge. Each of you wraps the bottle you made for the other, writes a short note, and exchanges them at the end. The instructor steps back and lets the moment happen.
Couples who have done this tell us it is the moment they remember most clearly from the whole Saigon or Hanoi stop — more than the rooftop dinner, more than the river cruise, more than the ao dai photoshoot. Scent and memory are bound together in the brain; a custom perfume exchanged at the end of your honeymoon is a memory you will literally smell for years.
What to Expect on Arrival
- Dress code: None. Aprons are provided. Come in whatever you are already wearing for the day.
- Seating: Wood worktables, stools. Seated for most of the 90 minutes.
- Language: Instructors teach in English and Vietnamese. Other languages available in some slots — ask when booking.
- Carry-on safe: 10ml, 20ml, and 30ml bottles are under the 100ml liquid limit and fly carry-on. The 50ml needs to go in checked baggage or be shipped.
- Arrival time: Arrive 10 minutes early for the welcome tea and to settle in. Sessions start on time.
- Children: The workshop works for teens and older. Not ideal for very young children during honeymoon season.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a dedicated couples perfume workshop at NOTE?
No. There is no separate “couple package” or couples-only SKU. Couples book two seats in the same 90-Minute Signature Workshop slot and sit side by side. This is simpler and gives you the same depth as the full regular workshop. For wedding parties of 6-20 people, the Private Group Workshop is available by email.
How much does the couples perfume workshop Vietnam experience cost?
Pricing is per person, from 550,000 VND (10ml) to 1,550,000 VND (50ml), pre-VAT. A couple choosing 20ml each pays about 2M VND pre-VAT (roughly $80 USD total for two) for the full 90-minute session and two custom fragrances.
Can we make perfume for each other rather than for ourselves?
Yes — this is the most popular couples format at NOTE. The instructor guides you to think about your partner’s preferences during the concept-design phase, and many honeymoon couples end the session by exchanging their bottles as a wedding-perfume ritual.
Which NOTE location is best for a honeymoon couple?
Thảo Điền flagship (34 Nguyễn Duy Hiệu) for quiet garden atmosphere — the most romantic choice. Cafe Apartment (42 Nguyễn Huệ, 2nd floor) for the iconic Saigon backdrop and easy pairing with rooftop dinners. Lotte Mall West Lake (Hanoi, tầng 4 / Store 410) for the Hanoi stop.
What do we walk away with?
Two custom perfume bottles (one each), both formulas saved in the NOTE reorder system, optional gift packaging, and a photo of the final reveal if you want one. Bottles 10-30ml are carry-on safe; the 50ml size needs to be checked.
Can we reorder our partner’s perfume later as an anniversary gift?
Yes. NOTE saves your formula so you can reorder anytime through the contact form. Many honeymoon couples use this for anniversaries — ordering their partner’s original workshop bottle for the 1-year, 5-year, or 10-year mark. Not a permanent storage service, but a reliable reorder system.
How far in advance should we book the workshop for our honeymoon?
For weekend afternoons in peak tourist season (November to March), book 3-5 days ahead. Off-peak weekdays can usually be booked same-day. Weddings-party Private Group Workshops need 5-7 days lead time via email.
Book Your Couples Perfume Workshop Vietnam Experience
Two seats, 90 minutes, 30+ raw materials, two custom fragrances to take home — the couples perfume workshop Vietnam experience is the creative anchor honeymoon travellers come back for. Two studios in Saigon — Thảo Điền flagship at 34 Nguyễn Duy Hiệu and the Cafe Apartment at 42 Nguyễn Huệ, District 1 (2nd floor). One in Hanoi at Lotte Mall West Lake, tầng 4 / 4th floor, Store 410. Book your 90-minute workshop online — book and pay online, no deposit, instant confirmation. See our 500+ five-star reviews on TripAdvisor or browse the full fragrance collection at The Scent Note. For more honeymoon planning, read our Vietnam honeymoon 2026 pillar guide and the full couples review page.
Visit a NOTE – The Scent Lab studio
NOTE operates three perfume workshop studios across Vietnam. All sessions are 90 minutes; prices start from 550,000 VND (10ml) to 1,550,000 VND (50ml), before 8% VAT. Book your session online — no deposit, instant confirmation.
42 Nguyễn Huệ — Cafe Apartment, District 1, Saigon (2nd floor)
34 Nguyễn Duy Hiệu — Thảo Điền, Thủ Đức, Saigon
Lotte Mall West Lake — Tây Hồ, Hanoi (4th floor, Store 410)
