Vietnam Autumn Photography Workshop
Vietnam Autumn is a 10-day small-group photography workshop through Northern and Central Vietnam, built around daily shooting, hands-on learning, and direct feedback. We photograph autumn landscapes, traditional villages, local culture, historic places, and everyday life in carefully selected locations and light.
Limited to six attendees and personally led by Tran Tuan Viet, the workshop includes guidance in the field and two dedicated image review sessions. The goal is simple: shoot every day, understand what works and what doesn't, and leave with stronger images and a clearer approach to your photography.
Next Departures
Prices in USD · Twin-share basis
Single Supplement: +$600–$800
Duration
10 Days
Starts
Hanoi
Ends
Da Nang
Difficulty
Easy
Group Size
Max. 6 Attendees
Mentor
Tran Tuan Viet
Key Locations
- Hanoi & Hung Yen · Village life, traditional crafts, and street photography
- Phu Tho & Long Coc · Tea hills, morning mist, and rural life
- Mu Cang Chai · Rice terraces, harvest, and mountain landscapes
- Hue · Imperial heritage, lagoons, temples, and portraits
- Da Nang & Hoi An · Wildlife, fishing life, historic streets, and lanterns
What's Included
- Photography guidance from Tran Tuan Viet
- Two image review sessions
- 5-star hotels and best available accommodation in remote areas
- Private transportation with two seats per attendee
- Three meals per day
- One domestic flight with VIP lounge access
- Site entry, permits, and photography model fees
- All planned photography sessions and local arrangements
- All taxes and applicable fees
Itinerary
Orientation in Hanoi, Thu Sy bamboo weaving village, rural life photography, and welcome dinner
Fishing nets and fabrics, Ban Village soy sauce making, Hanoi street photography, and Ceramic Mosaic Mural
Water lilies at sunrise, Duong Lam village portraits, Long Coc tea hills at sunset, and overnight homestay
Long Coc tea hills at sunrise, Tu Le rice terraces and rural life, sunset shoot, and transfer to Mu Cang Chai
Mam Xoi sunrise, Mu Cang Chai landscapes and H'Mong culture, Horseshoe terraces at sunset, and image review
Return to Hanoi, flight to Hue, hotel check-in, and rest
Imperial City and traditional portrait session, Perfume River at blue hour, and candle-lighting photography
Hue lagoon at sunrise, fishermen and traditional boats, red-shanked douc langurs in Da Nang, and Hoi An at sunset
Coastal fish market, traditional fishing nets, Hoi An architecture at sunset, and lantern-lit streets at night
Final image review in Hoi An, transfer to Da Nang International Airport, and departure
Photos
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is autumn such a rewarding season for photography in Vietnam?
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Customer Reviews
Alain Lenartz, Belgium
Thank you, Viet, for an amazing trip. This is not a relaxing holiday, but it is a serious and rewarding photo tour. The best moments for me were the golden rice terraces, the lagoon scenes in Hue, and the evening photography in Hoi An....
Thank you, Viet, for an amazing trip. This is not a relaxing holiday, but it is a serious and rewarding photo tour. The best moments for me were the golden rice terraces, the lagoon scenes in Hue, and the evening photography in Hoi An. I would have liked a little more time for rest on one or two days, but the organization, transport, and access to photo locations were very good!
William Stark, USA
A thoughtfully designed tour for photographers who want more than postcard locations. The route covered northern villages, autumn terraces, Hue's cultural heritage, and coastal life near Hoi An and Da Nang....
A thoughtfully designed tour for photographers who want more than postcard locations. The route covered northern villages, autumn terraces, Hue's cultural heritage, and coastal life near Hoi An and Da Nang. The balance between landscape, people, and documentary-style photography was excellent. Viet's guidance was practical without being intrusive, and I appreciated the care he put into both the photography and the logistics. Thank you, Viet, for a memorable experience!!!
Jan Ng, USA
I joined for the landscapes but came away with a much broader collection: portraits, village work, street scenes, artisans, fishermen, and aerial views. The itinerary was carefully arranged around sunrise and sunset, which is what made the trip valuable as a photographer....
I joined for the landscapes but came away with a much broader collection: portraits, village work, street scenes, artisans, fishermen, and aerial views. The itinerary was carefully arranged around sunrise and sunset, which is what made the trip valuable as a photographer. Hotels and meals were comfortable throughout. It is an intensive trip, but very rewarding if photography is your priority!
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