Vibrant Vietnam Photo Tour Workshop
The Vibrant Vietnam Photo Tour is our premier workshop for photographers of all proficiency levels. On this immersive tour, Viet co-leads with internationally acclaimed landscape photographer Daniel Kordan. Together, we provide expert instruction, guiding you through Vietnam's breathtaking landscapes, dynamic cultures, and significant historical sites. Our goal is to help you capture award-winning photos and enhance your photographic expertise while discovering iconic destinations, guaranteeing a memorable and enriching journey.
Tour Summary
- Duration: 11 days / 10 nights
- Group Size: Max 12 participants
- Activity Level: Moderate
- Mentor: Daniel Kordan, Tran Tuan Viet
- Operator: Vietnam Photo Tours LLC
Destinations
- Tour Starts: Hanoi
- Hung Yen, Ninh Binh, Phu Tho, Yen Bai
- Hue, Hoi An, Da Nang
- Ending Place: Da Nang
Inclusions
- 5-star hotels (double occupancy)
- Private bus, 2 seat / person
- 1 domestic flight & 1 boat trip
- Bottled water, coffee breaks
- 3 daily meals
- All entry and model fees
Vibrant Vietnam Photography Tour Itinerary
Begin your photographic journey in an acclaimed incense village. Capture vibrant hues of incense, artistic arrangements, and local artisans. This site, featured in National Geographic, offers rich visual opportunities for documentary and conceptual work. Return to Hanoi for a welcome dinner, fostering connections and preparing for...
Morning: Photograph Hanoi's ceramic road mural, a multi-kilometer mosaic celebrating the city's millennium. Capture the vibrant art against daily life's flow.
Midday: Visit a traditional soy sauce village, documenting age-old production techniques. Immerse yourself in the savory aromas and cultural heritage.
Afternoon: Explore...
From Hanoi, journey to Duong Lam, a historic northern Vietnamese village. Photographers will capture traditional architecture, narrow lanes, and authentic local life, focusing on textural details. Next, explore Ninh Binh's UNESCO World Heritage landscapes. Witness limestone karsts, emerald rice paddies, and ancient temples. The...
Capture Tam Coc’s dawn mist over serene waterways and limestone karsts. Witness blooming waterlilies for evocative landscape shots. Transit northwest towards Mu Cang Chai, observing topographical shifts from lowland paddies to mountains, offering spontaneous photo opportunities. Explore Tu Le valley’s verdant fields and ethnic...
Photograph sunrise at Mam Xoi viewpoint, Mu Cang Chai, capturing golden light on rolling landscapes. Explore Mu Cang Chai's rice terraces, showcasing verdant fields against mountains. Later, witness and photograph sunset over the "Horse-shoe" terraces, highlighting light on contours. This day offers a visual narrative of sunrise...
Day six starts with sunrise illuminating Lao Chai's golden rice terraces. Explore Pung Luong's serene bamboo forest afterward. The afternoon includes a practical photo editing workshop to enhance your captured images. This day expertly blends Mu Cang Chai's stunning landscapes with a hands-on creative session, refining photographic...
Departing Mu Cang Chai's iconic rice terraces and H'Mong hospitality, we embrace an early start. The afternoon features a flight from Hanoi's Noi Bai International Airport to Hue. Upon arrival, check into a luxurious 5-star hotel, offering a serene retreat after experiencing Vietnam's captivating landscapes and vibrant culture. This...
Our Hue fall photo tour begins at dawn, capturing sunrise over the outskirts lagoon. The Imperial City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offers rich architectural detail and color, amplified by models in traditional attire. Later, focus shifts to local fishermen using classic net-casting methods during sunset. The day concludes with a...
Begin at Hue's lagoon for sunrise photography, capturing fishermen on tranquil waters. Then, visit Thanh Tien village for vibrant paper flower crafts and artisan portraits. Explore an abandoned water park for contrasting, surreal photo opportunities. Later, travel to Hoi An for golden hour riverfront shots. Dusk in Hoi An offers...
Capture traditional grass mat weaving's intricate textures. Then, photograph coracle boats in warm morning light by the water. Observe local fishermen hand-sewing nets for environmental portraits. Later, a pre-arranged session in Hoi An's golden old quarter features a local model in traditional attire, illuminated by ambient light....
Photograph local fishermen casting nets, a vital aspect of Vietnam's heritage. Witness the skilled "Ro Cho" tradition, passed down through generations, with a fisherman boasting 46 years of expertise. Capture this mastery. Conclude your experience at Da Nang International Airport by 3 p.m. Your photographs will preserve the essence...
Customer Reviews
I don't know how to thank you Not only for this amazing tour but also for the special attention you gave me. You are a man with a good soul. I wish you only the very best in life. I will see you soon and we will stay in contact in the meantime....
I don't know how to thank you Not only for this amazing tour but also for the special attention you gave me. You are a man with a good soul. I wish you only the very best in life. I will see you soon and we will stay in contact in the meantime. Until next time, my dear friend.
Robert
Meet Our Team
Daniel Kordan
Daniel Kordan is an internationally acclaimed visual creative, universally recognized among the finest landscape photographers working today. His portfolio, which includes features in National Geographic and collaborations with clients like Apple, coupled with his position as a Nikon Ambassador, highlights his exceptional skill and establishes him as an outstanding instructor.
This provides an exclusive occasion to acquire knowledge directly from such a respected expert, gaining deep perspectives from a genuine visionary. Enhance your image-making capabilities under his direction and immortalize the planets magnificence with unprecedented artistry.
Tran Tuan Viet
Tran Tuan Viet is an expert image-maker and globally showcased visual narrator operating out of Hanoi. Since 2007, he has dedicated himself to capturing the Vietnam diverse geography and cultural heritage.
His pictures have appeared in publications such as National Geographic, Discovery Channel, Smithsonian Magazine, Google Arts & Culture, and campaigns for Apple and Samsung Worldwide. Viet holds the title of official Canon Ambassador, is a certified travel guide, and established Vietnam Photo Tours LLC in 2009.