24th May, 2026 - Arrive in Saigon

After your arrival into Tan Son Nhat International Airport, Saigon, transfer to the tour motel where we will meet later on this afternoon for a catch up / dinner and a quick chat discussing the itinerary we have crafted for the 2 weeks ahead.

25th May, 2026 - Saigon

A day to explore the various street scenes of Saigon. We’ll make our way to a vintage residential area, as well as the China town in Saigon for our shots that reflect the lifestyle of the Saigonese.  ( B,L,D )

26th May, 2026 - Tay Ninh

As a photographer, venturing into Tay Ninh allows you to capture the province’s mesmerizing patterns and vibrant scenes that few have witnessed.

Cassava starch drying scene

Tay Ninh is a treasure trove of artisanal craftsmanship, boasting a collection of photogenic handicraft villages. Among them, Long Thanh village stands out as a vibrant canvas of color. Here, local artisans transform cassava starch into exquisite ingredients, before supplying to those who make the popular Vietnamese pudding. In Long Thanh, the journey begins with the meticulous processing of cassava starch, which is then steamed, colored, and shaped into an array of delightful forms. As you wander through the village, you’ll witness a display of colors on bamboo lattices as the locals dry them before packing. 

Rice paper and rice paper

Rice paper is made throughout Vietanm as an integral part of the well-known Vietnamese spring rolls. Near the city of Tay Ninh, we’ll take you to a large open ground filled up with rice papers. Here, we’ll witness the locals as they go about their normal routine: drying, adjusting, collecting the rice papers before packing. This scene represents some of the most iconic images of Vietnam.

Rubber bowls

Rubber is among the plants introduced into Vietnam following the colonial French. As the French left, rubber plants stay back and continue to thrive as an important economic sector. The plants are very popular in Tay Ninh, thanks to its bright sunshine most of the time of the year. And to harvest rubber, you need small bowls to contain the sap. And the bowls are made in local kilns in the surroundings of Tay Ninh city, too.

Our lunch is in a local restaurant in Tay Ninh. Dinner & overnight is back in Saigon. ( B,L,D )

27th May, 2026 - Tay Ninh - Doc Let

Today, after breakfast, we leave Saigon bound for Nah Trang ( Doc Let ). Its only a short flight and upon arrival, we transfer to Nha Trang city for lunch.

After lunch we will drive to Doc Let and once we have checked in to our motel, we will head out to the salt flats and photograph the locals making salt from sea water.  

Dinner and overnight in Doc Let. ( B,L,D )

28th May, 2026 - Doc Let - Quy Nonh

Early this morning, we will be shooting the Van Gia fishing community at sunrise, capturing the daily life of a local fishing community

This location is away from any tourist path, where local life comes in its most pure form After the shoot, we will return to the motel for breakfast and a bit of free time. 

At approx 11.00am, we check out and drive to Tuy Hoa for lunch.

This afternoon, we will be photographing in a village where the locals make coracles – the traditional fishing boat of central Vietnam, as well as photo walk on the longest wooden bridge in Vietnam.

Dinner and overnight in our hotel in Quy Nhon.  ( B,L,D )

29th May, 2026 - Quy Nonh

This morning, we will make our way to a hidden fishing village, where we document the scenes of the locals mending the fishing net. Afterwards, we return to the hotel for some free time & lunch.  After lunch we will photograph the candid working scenes in a salt pan. Dinner and overnight in our hotel in Quy Nhon. 

( B,L,D )

30th May, 2026 - Quy Nonh - Hoi An

After breakfast, we drive from Quy Nhon to Hoi An ( approx 6 hours ) Our lunch is on the way.

Upon arrival into Hoi An, we will check in to or motel and the late afternoon is free at our leisure before dinner.  ( B,L,D )

31st May, 2026 - Hoi An

This morning, we photograph the beach market of Binh Minh.

At dawn, boats laden with the previous nights catch come to shore and the local fisherman carry out the trade right on the beach, creating a beautiful scene for our photography.  

We return to the hotel for breakfast and free time at our leisure and lunch is on your own.

After lunch we take an enchanting journey to photograph the fishing nets used in Hoi An, a graceful sbject depicting fishing life in a costal region of Vietnam. Our first scene unfolds in a vibrant workshop, where skilled artisans meticulously mend their fishing nets. The intricate weave of the nets, with their soft, undulating forms, creates a mesmerizing tapestry of textures and colors.

Imagine capturing the serene expressions of fishermen as they work, surrounded by a sea of shimmering nets that dance like waves in the breeze. This intimate glimpse into their craft showcases not only their dedication but also the beauty of community life.

As the sun begins to generate a sweet yellowish color, we will transition to the river mouth, where a lone fisherman casts his majestic net against the backdrop of a breathtaking sunset. The golden light bathes the scene, illuminating the graceful arcs of the net as it plunges into the water. This photogenic moment represents the soul of a fishing culture in central Vietnam, where the locals have harmoniously lived among the arms of nature.

With each click, you’ll tell a story of tradition, resilience, and the simple beauty found in everyday life.  ( B,D )

1st June, 2026 - Hoi An - Hanoi

Breakfast at the motel and then transfer to Hoi An  Airport to board our flight to Danang International Airport arriving just before midday. Upon landing, we will transfer to Hanoi's downtown for our lunch with the regions famous Banh My and then check in the motel. 

After check-in and some freshening up, we will photograph the Old Quarter of Hanoi as our first Northern Vietnam photography session. Dinner and overnight in Hanoi. 

( B,L,D )

2nd June, 2026 - Hanoi

A full day to capture the street scenes of Hanoi at our unique locations where local lives are reviewed and tourist maps don’t have records.

Our lunch is with Hanoi’s must-taste Cha Ca.

Our dinner is in a local restaurant.

Overnight in Hanoi. ( B,L,D )

3rd June, 2026 - Hanoi

Explore 3 of the most photogenic villages on the outskirts of Hanoi: The incense village, the Soy Sauce village and the bamboo fish trap village. Our lunch is in Hanoi. In the afternoon, we’ll photograph the Soy Sauce village. Later on: Drive to Hanoi. Dinner and overnight in Hanoi. ( B,L,D )

4th June, 2026 - Hanoi - Tu Le

This morning, we’ll rise early and photograph the market of Long Bien – the largest fresh produce market in Hanoi. The Long Bien market is a small world of colorful, dynamic frames for our photography.

The later part of the day we’ll drive to Tu Le, ( approx 280 klms )  with stops along the way to photograph the rice terraces.

Dinner is at our motel tonight in Tu Le.

( B,L,D )

5th June, 2026 - Tu Le - Mu Cang Chai

Today our main focus will be the beautiful rice terraces of northern Vietnam. We will start the morning photographing in the Lim Mong valley – one of the icons of rice terraces in northern Vietnam.

Our afternoon photography is in the area of Mu Cang Chai. ( B,L,D )

6th June, 2026 - Mu Cang Chai

A full day to explore all the scenic corners that Mu Cang Chai has to offer.

From late May to early June, after the rains have fallen, farmers direct water from the top of the mountain to the furrowed fields, creating reflecting ponds (capturing the clouds, sky and sun). This is when the locals begin planting the rice seedlings. The sight is otherworldly.

Imagine gullies of reflective water—a colourful mosaic—glittering in the terraced terrain of lush green hills.

We will return back to our motel in between shoots for lunch etc as all of our meals here are at our motel. ( B,L,D )

7th June, 2026 - Mu Cang Chai - Hanoi Airport

This morning, we’ll have another early-rise photography session in Mu Cang Chai, before heading straight to Noi Bai International Airport.

Most of the day is for our long-haul transfer and we expect to reach Noi Bai International airport around 5.30pm.  

Please ensure all deaprting flights are made after this leaving ample to time to clear check in at the airport. If flight times dont work, please let us know and we can arrange accommodation for you somewhere close to the airport for the next dyas flight.