SEPTEMBER PHOTO TRIP IN VIETNAM
Discover Vietnam Through Your Lens
- Information
- Tour Itinerary
- Maps
- Additional Info
What's included
- Accommodation in twin or double rooms
- Domestic Flight
- Entrance tickets to monuments and museums
- Essentials: Bottled water provided daily
- Models: Organized subjects for conceptual and lifestyle shoots.
- Motorbike transport will be provided in specific locations where vans cannot reach the best shooting spots.
- Photography Support: On-location technique sharing and composition guidance.
- Professionally guided tour
- Transport
- Dinner
- Entrance tickets to monuments and museums
- International flights
- Meals, unless expressly states
- Medical insurance and emergency insurance
- Personal expenses
- Services not specifically stated in the itinerary
- Single Supplement
- Tips to guide and driver
- Visa arrangements
Discover Vietnam Through Your Lens
Embark on a 9-day, 8-night photographic expedition into the authentic heart of Vietnam — where timeless traditions meet breathtaking landscapes. Capture vibrant craft villages in the North, fishermen casting nets on the Thu Bon River, lantern-lit nights in Hoi An, and poetic reflections on Hue’s Nhu Y River. Your journey continues toward the rolling tea hills of Long Coc and the majestic terraced rice fields of Mu Cang Chai. A journey carefully crafted for passionate photographers seeking authentic encounters, cultural depth, and extraordinary light.
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Arrival in Hanoi
Welcome at the airport and transfer to the historic heart of Hanoi.
Check-in at your hotel in the charming Old Quarter.
Hanoi – Quang Phu Cau – Da Nang (Flight)
08:00 AM: Capture the vibrant colors of the Quang Phu Cau incense village.
01:30 PM: Photography session at the traditional fish trap weaving village in Hung Yen.
08:10 PM: Evening flight to Da Nang.
Overnight in the ancient town of Hoi An.
Hoi An Ancient Town
04:00 AM: Capture the bustling life of fishermen at first light.
09:30 AM: Portrait photography session within the yellow-walled streets of the Old Town.
02:00 PM: Artistic shots of traditional lantern making.
05:00 PM: Golden hour photography of fishing nets at sunset.
Hoi An – Hue City
03:30 AM: Early departure for the vibrant Tam Tien fish market at dawn.
11:30 AM: Workshop shoot: Painting traditional masks.
05:00 PM: Capturing the magical lantern lighting at twilight.
Hue – Long Coc Tea Hills
Morning shoot of local fishermen at the Ru Cha mangroves.
12:55 PM: Flight back to Hanoi.
Scenic drive to the Long Coc tea plantations.
Sunset photography over the undulating green tea hills.
Long Coc – Mu Cang Chai
04:00 AM: Sunrise shoot amidst the morning mist of the Long Coc tea hills.
09:30 AM: Journey toward the highlands of Mu Cang Chai.
04:00 PM: Sunset session overlooking the majestic Khau Pha Valley.
Mu Cang Chai Terraced Fields
04:00 AM: Sunrise at Kim Noi village.
03:00 PM: Photography of traditional "corn houses" and sunset at Sang Nhu village (home to the iconic horseshoe-shaped terraces).
Mu Cang Chai – Hanoi
04:00 AM: Sunrise at the famous Mam Xoi (Raspberry) terraced hills.
09:00 AM: Return drive to Hanoi.
Documentary photography of traditional soy sauce making.
Check-in at your hotel in Hanoi.
Hanoi – Noi Bai International Airport
09:00 AM: Capture the iconic flower street vendors of Hanoi.
Free time for street photography and personal exploration.
Transfer to Noi Bai International Airport for your departure.
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What to Bring: Essential Gear & Preparation
To ensure you capture the best possible images, here is our recommended packing list for this expedition.
Camera Gear
- Body & Support: A DSLR or Mirrorless camera with a sturdy tripod and a remote shutter release (essential for long exposures and low-light scenes).
- Wide Angle Lens: (e.g., Nikkor 14-24mm or Canon 17-40mm). The best lens for wide scenic shots, rice terraces, and architecture.
- Mid-Range Zoom: (e.g., 24-70mm). Perfect for environmental portraits and street photography in craft villages.
- Telephoto Zoom: (e.g., 70-200mm). One of the most important lenses for this tour. It allows you to compress the layers of the Long Coc tea hills and isolate subjects in the rice fields. Tip: Be sure to have an additional tripod mount ring for this lens.
- Drone: Vietnam is spectacular from the air.
- Rental Option: You can hire a drone in Vietnam (approx. $40 USD/day for a DJI Mavic 2 Pro).
- Support: During the tour, you will be supported by a leader experienced in operating drones to ensure safe flight paths and best angles.
Clothing (Wear)
The weather in the mountains can be unpredictable. Prepare for cooler nights (average +10°C to +20°C).
- Outer Layer: Waterproof and windproof jacket.
- Bottoms: Waterproof pants (essential for misty mornings) and thermal pants.
- Warmth: Warm jacket/fleece.
- Footwear: Wellingtons (rubber boots) or fishing boots are highly recommended for muddy fields and riverbanks.
- Casual: Comfortable clothes for dinners, lunches, and photography workshops.
