20 days - VIETNAM PHOTOGRAPHY TOUR

DAY 1. HA NOI ARRIVAL -

Welcome to Hanoi, Vietnam!

Upon landing at Noi Bai International Airport, retrieve your luggage and proceed to the arrival gate. Look out for our guide or driver, who will be holding a sign with your name on it. In case of any difficulty finding him, you're welcome to reach out to us via call or WhatsApp for immediate assistance.

We will provide a comfortable transfer to your hotel located in the heart of Hanoi. After checking in, the remainder of the day is yours to relax or begin exploring the vibrant city.

Known for its centuries-old architecture and rich culture with Southeast Asian, Chinese, and French influences, Hanoi is the spirited capital city of Vietnam. It's also famous for its delectable cuisine, silk textiles, and bustling Old Quarter, where the narrow streets are roughly arranged by trade.

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DAY 2. HIGHLIGHTS OF HA NOI - PHOTOGRAPH WITH AO DAI B, L

Breakfast at your hotel. 

At 8:00 AM, the tour guide picks you up from your hotel for a full day exploring Hanoi. 

Start at the Ho Chi Minh Complex. Remember to dress modestly, covering shoulders to knees.  Visit the Mausoleum, Presidential Palace, and Stilt House.  

**Note: The Mausoleum is closed on Mondays and Fridays, and from June 15th to August 15th for annual maintenance; however, you can still take photos and explore the surrounding area. 

Next, see the unique One Pillar Pagoda set in tranquil gardens. 

Visit the Temple of Literature, known for its well-preserved architecture and historical significance. 

Enjoy a local lunch at a nearby restaurant. 

After lunch, if it’s Monday or the Ethnology Museum is otherwise closed, visit the Women’s  Museum instead to explore exhibits on the life and history of Vietnamese women. 

Experience the bustling Old Quarter with the serene Ngoc Son  Temple on Hoan Kiem Lake. 

End the day with a Water Puppet Show, a traditional Vietnamese art form. 

Return to your hotel around 5:00 PM, filled with memories of Hanoi’s rich culture and history.

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DAY 3. HA NOI – HOA LU – TRANG AN – MUA CAVE FULL DAY TOUR B, L

Breakfast at your hotel.

At 8:00AM, Our guide and driver pick you up from your hotel for a journey to Ninh Binh.

Upon arrival, visit the ancient capital of Hoa Lu. Explore the historic Dinh and Le Temples, dedicated to Emperor Dinh Tien Hoang and Emperor Le Dai Hanh, respectively. These temples showcase traditional Vietnamese architecture and offer a glimpse into Vietnam’s rich imperial past.

Have lunch at a local restaurant.

Visit the UNESCO-listed Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex. Here, you'll embark on a mesmerizing boat ride, gliding through crystal-clear waters flanked by towering limestone karsts and lush vegetation. This journey through Trang An’s caves and grottoes offers not only a visual feast but also a serene escape into the heart of Vietnam's natural beauty.

Get back to the car, then leave for Mua Cave (Dancing Cave). Walk up almost 500 steps, you can reach the top of Lying Dragon Mountain & have an amazing panoramic view of Tam Coc from here

Transfer back to your hotel in Hanoi.

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DAY 4. HA NOI - SAPA BY SHUTTLE BUS B

Have breakfast at your hotel. 

Your day begins early at 7:30 AM with a car pick-up from your hotel, setting off on a scenic 6-hour drive towards the picturesque Sapa.

Upon arrival, savor a delicious lunch to recharge before checking into your hotel. Once settled, gear up for an afternoon trek, exploring the vibrant town of Sapa and immersing yourself in its stunning landscapes and rich cultural tapestry.

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DAY 5. SILVER WATERFALL - HEAVEN GATE - SIN CHAI VILLAGE B, L, D

Breakfast at your hotel. 

Met up at your hotel in Sapa with a local guide and driver, then transferred towards the Silver Waterfall. After a short time to take a picture of the waterfall, we continue our drive to the Heaven Gate of Tram Ton, which can be considered as the highest peak of roads in Vietnam. Enjoy the marvellous views of Fansipan from the Gate, the highest peak of Indochina.

Then we start our walking trip by going downhill a dirt trail, through the bamboo forest of Hoang Lien National Park. Your lunch will be served at a nice spot near a river.

After lunch, we continue our trek to Sin Chai village, where Community-Based Tourism in Sapa takes place. Then we visit the village, inhabited by the Black Hmong people, one of the largest ethnic minorities in the Sapa area. In the late afternoon, we will be picked up by our car for the journey back to your hotel in Sapa. End of service. 

Approx: 1 hour driving/ 5-6 hours walking/1 hour lunch.

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DAY 6. SAPA - CAT CAT - Y LINH HO - LAO CHAI - TA VAN B, L, D

Breakfast at your hotel. 

Met up at your hotel in Sapa with a local guide and driver for a short transfer to Cat Cat village. After a couple of minutes, you follow the steps going downhill to Cat Cat village. You will stop by a waterfall and a hydroelectric station for a while before continuing the trek on a dirt trail through rice paddy terraces. You will also enjoy spectacular scenery while walking along a narrow river. You eventually arrive in Y Linh Ho village of the Black Hmong minority, where you can take a rest while you are served lunch near the river.

After lunch, you head toward Muong Hoa valley. You will pass through Lao Chai village of the Black Hmong minority and then Tavan village of the Giay minority by following a very popular trekking route. You will return to Sapa from Tavan by car.

Approx: 0,5 hour driving / 5 hours walking / 1 hour lunch.

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DAY 7. SAPA - HA GIANG BY BUS B, L, D

Breakfast at your hotel.
06:30: Our Limousine bus will pick you up from your hotel in Sapa
10:30: The bus stops at Tuyen Quang City for a break.
15:00: Arrival in Ha Giang City. Enjoy your lunch at our restaurant. Afterward, our bus will drop you off at the hotel for check-in and rest.
19:00: Enjoy dinner. You’ll have some free time to relax.

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DAY 8. HA GIANG CITY - QUAN BA - DONG VAN TOWN JOIN GROUP TOUR B, L, D

 Please note that this is group tour with maximum 12 people 
07:00: Have breakfast and check out of your hotel.
07:30: The car/jeep/motorbike and tour guide will pick you up. Embark on a sightseeing trip to Ha Giang Loop:
Bac Sum Pass
Heaven’s Gate Quan Ba
Can Ty Pass
12:30: Enjoy a delightful local lunch in the charming town of Yen Minh before continuing your trip.
Tham Ma pass
Sung La Valley and Lung Cam Village
Hmong King’s Palace
16:30: Arrive in Dong Van town and check into the hotel. 
19:30: Ẹnjoy dinner at the Old Quarter, followed by a leisurely walk.

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DAY 9. DONG VAN - LUNG CU - MEO VAC JOIN GROUP TOUR B, L, D

Please note that this is group tour with maximum 12 people 
07:00: Enjoy breakfast and check out of the hotel. We’ll head to Lung Cu, with several fascinating points to visit:
Lung Cu flag pole 
Lo Lo Chai village
Ma Le Village
12:30: Return to Dong Van town for a delicious lunch. Then, we’ll continue our journey on the road with a special name, “Happiness” - to visit:
Ma Pi Leng Pass
Nho Que River
Meo Vac town
16:30: Arrive in Meo Vac town. Check in the hotel and relax.
19:00: Enjoy a delicious dinner prepared by the host family and spend the evening relaxing or interacting with the locals.

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DAY 10. MEO VAC/ LUNG CU - HA GIANG CITY - HA NOI JOIN GROUP TOUR B, L

Please note that this is group tour with maximum 12 people 
07:00: Enjoy breakfast, check out homestay and come back to Ha Giang City. Along the way, you’ll have the opportunity to visit:
Meo Vac town
Lung Tam village
Nam Dam village
13:00: Enjoy lunch in Quan Ba town.
15:30: Arrive at the Rocks Ha Giang Restaurant and enjoy Tea Break Time with a welcome drink and fruit. 
16:00: Our comfortable Limousine bus will pick you up for the return trip to Hanoi.
22:00: Arrive in Hanoi. 

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DAY 11. HA NOI - HA LONG BAY B, L, D

Have breakfast at the hotel

08:00 – 08:30: Pick up at hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter

12:15 Check in aboard with a welcome drink from a crew member while the manager introduces the safety briefing and the boat cruises to the Bai Tu Long Bay.

13:15 Let your vacation start with a delicious lunch in the restaurant.

15:30 Discover Thien Canh Son cave, located on top of the mountain, containing a long history of geological value and natural beauty. Recommend you bring the camera and wear sports shoes for hiking.

17:30 Enjoy your time with the beautiful sunset on the bay and join “Happy Hour”

18:00 Cooking class on sundeck with the Deep Fried Spring rolls, one of the unique flavors of Vietnamese food.

19:30 Dinner will be served on the sundeck or in the restaurant.

21:00 Feel free to relax on the boat, join Squid fishing at the area of the Reception deck.

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DAY 12. HA LONG BAY - HA NOI - FLY TO DA NANG - HOI AN BY PRIVATE CAR B, L

06:30 Start your day with Taichi on the sundeck.
07:00 Light breakfast served in the dining room.
07:45 Visiting Vung Vieng floating fishing village, one of the biggest villages in HaLong Bay, you will have the chance to learn about fishermen's living and feel free with some option activities: bamboo boat or kayaking.
09:00 Back to the main boat for relaxing and check out at the reception, please put all your luggage at the outside of your cabin door, crew member will help to bring luggage on land.
09:45 Brunch is served in the restaurant while the boat heads back to the harbor.
11:00 Disembark at the harbor. Transfer to Ha Noi city. (around 3 hours).
The Limousine bus will drop you off at Aeon Mall Long Bien, where our driver is waiting for you, then continue to transfer you to Noi Bai airport for your flight to Da Nang.
Upon landing at Da Nang International Airport, retrieve your luggage and proceed to the arrival gate. Look out for our driver, who will be holding a sign with your name on it. In case of any difficulty finding him, you're welcome to reach out to us via call or WhatsApp (+84) 888 242 848 for immediate assistance.
We will provide a comfortable transfer to your hotel located in Hoi An Ancient Town.
Overnight in Hoi An.

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DAY 13. HOI AN WALKING TOUR HALF DAY B, L

Breakfast at your hotel.
At 8:00 AM, start your exploration of Hoi An Ancient Town, a well-preserved UNESCO World Heritage site.
Visit the historic Tan Ky Old House, which offers a glimpse into the architecture and cultural fusion of this former trading port.
Discover the Fukien Assembly Hall, known for its intricate architecture and cultural significance.
Next to visit The Japanese Covered Bridge. It is an iconic symbol of the ancient town, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The tour will also take you through the vibrant local market where you can see the colorful array of goods being sold from food to fabrics.
Stroll through the vibrant Hoi An Market, where you can see a colorful array of goods being sold, from food to fabrics..
Return to your hotel, with the rest of the day at your disposal to relax or explore more of the city.

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DAY 14. HOI AN - TRA QUE VILLAGE & BASKET BOAT TOUR B, L

Breakfast at your hotel.
At 8:00 AM, begin your day in Hoi An with a hotel pick-up and towards the serene Cam Thanh region. Your first adventure is a peaceful bamboo boat trip through the Coconut Palm Forest, where you'll navigate the calm waterways, enveloped by lush mangroves and towering palms, offering a tranquil start to your day.
Following your exploration of the waterways, continue to the aromatic Tra Que Vegetable Village, where a delightful lunch awaits. Savor the flavors of local dishes prepared with fresh, organic produce from the surrounding gardens, offering a true taste of the region's culinary heritage.
Post-lunch, take the opportunity to explore Tra Que Village further. Immerse yourself in the daily life and traditional farming practices of this vibrant community, surrounded by lush herb gardens and verdant fields.
Conclude your day with a leisurely transfer back to your hotel, carrying with you the memories and serene experiences of Hoi An's natural beauty and rich cultural tapestry.

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DAY 15. HOI AN - DA NANG - FLY TO HO CHI MINH - FOOD TOUR BY VESPA SCOOTER B, D

Have breakfast at your hotel
A car will pick you up and drive you to Danang Airport.
Fly to Ho Chi Minh City. When you arrive at Tan Son Nhat Airport, a car will take you to your hotel in the city center.
Move smoothly from the calm streets of Hoi An to the lively Ho Chi Minh City, ready for a new experience.

‘A foodie night out on the town’
Experience the local nightlife and enjoy tasty food and live music as we ride pillion on vintage Vespas along the busy streets of this vibrant city. See Saigon come alive at night on this after dark adventure!
Description: Immerse yourself in the cosmopolitan nightlife of this busy city by night. Soak up the energy of this urban metropolis at a top-ranking stylish venue of Saigon in the central city location, where we sip on our first drinks and try out some tasty snacks while watching the sunset in Saigon. Your expert driver will then zoom through the busy streets of Saigon as you check out some of the famous highlights in this bustling city. Feel like a local as we feast on authentic, fresh seafood dishes, eating streetside, and then enjoy the local favourite that is the delicious Banh Xeo, a traditional Vietnamese savoury pancake. We then ride off into the night again to experience live music at a live music venue where a new generation of Vietnamese flaunts their style. Bring a healthy appetite and a sense of adventure as our guides show you their city by night.

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DAY 16. HO CHI MINH CITY FULL DAY B, L

Have Breakfast at your hotel
At 8.00 AM : Our Guide and car will meet you at your hotel in HCM city center and start the tour to explore HCM city. The first place to visit in the tour will be the Reunification Palace, which was the former residence of the President of South Vietnam until end of the war in April 1975 . After Reunification Palace, you can walk to see some French colonial structures including Notre Dame Cathedral, the Old Central Post Office.
Continue on to Chinatown, Thien Hau pagodas, which is dedicated to the Goddess of the Sea. Explore the highlights of this fascinating area, beginning with intricate friezes, carved tableau and impressive incense coils make for some great photos. Then observe street life through the narrow streets to Binh Tay market that sells everything from clothes to dried squid.
Have Lunch at a local restaurant.
Then continue to visit the War Remnants Museum, where there is a vast display of the Indochina wars. In the courtyard, massive military vehicles are for exhibition as well as tiger cages for the visitor to get a feel of what it was to be a prisoner during wartime. In the museum building itself, each floor will represent a separate theme from the war and the war crimes committed against the Vietnamese people. We end the city tour with Ben Thanh market, where anything and everything is for sale.
Transfer back to your hotel

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DAY 17. HO CHI MINH - MUI NE BY PRIVATE CAR B, L

Breakfast at your hotel.

Take a transfer to Mui Ne by private car a coastal town in Vietnam, is renowned for its stunning beaches, unique sand dunes, and vibrant kite surfing scene. 

Check in to your hotel in Mui Ne for relaxation.

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DAY 18. MUI NE SAND DUNES JEEP TOUR B

You can choose 2 options (Sunrise or Sunset) as below:

Option 1: Sunrise program (04:30 AM - 09:00 AM) 

04:30 AM: Pick-up from your hotel to Pick up point and start your tour to the White Sand Dunes to catch the stunning sunrise. 

The golden sands provide the perfect backdrop for photos. 

Quad-biking over the dunes. ( with driver). 

06:15 AM: Visit the Red Sand Dunes, with their vibrant red hues and gentle slopes make this location ideal for photography. 

Try sandboarding for a fun experience. 

07:00 AM: Visit Fishing Village to experience local cultures as you watch fishermen unload their morning catch. Admire the colorful fishing boats anchored along the shore. 

07:30 AM: Visit Fairy Stream. Leave your shoes at the rack and wade through the cool, ankle-deep water, surrounded by colorful sand formations. 

Optional: Ostrich riding (additional charge) 

09:00 AM: Return to your hotel. 

Option 2: Sunset program (12:45 PM - 06:00 PM) 

12:45 PM: Pick up from our Mui Ne Office and head to the Fairy Stream. 

13:15 PM: Visit Fairy Stream. Leave your shoes at the rack and wade through cool, ankle-deep water, surrounded by colorful sand formations. 

  *Optional: Ostrich riding (additional charge). 

14:45 PM: Explore the fishing village and observe the daily lives of local fishermen. 

15:45 PM: Visit the White Sand Dunes. 

Quad-biking over the dunes. ( with Driver) 

17:00 PM: Visit the Red Sand Dunes for Stunning sunset Views. The Gentle Slopes and vivid red sand provide perfect photography opportunities. 

18:00 PM: Return to your hotel. 

WHAT TO BRING: 

• Hat and Sunscreen 

• Camera

• Sandals or flip-flops

• Sunglasses 

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DAY 19. MUI NE - HO CHI MINH B, L

Breakfast at your hotel.

Depart Mui Ne for Ho Chi Minh by Private Car. 

Take a leisurely stroll around the Old Quarter, soaking in the bustling atmosphere and vibrant street life.

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DAY 20. HO CHI MINH DEPARTURE B

Breakfast at your Hotel.

You have free time until your driver arrives to pick you up from your hotel to take you to the airport for your onward flight

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