Vietnam Photography Workshops

Vietnam Red River Delta Photography Workshop

This 7-day small-group photography workshop explores Hanoi and the Red River Delta through landscapes, traditional crafts, village life, coastal communities, and local culture. Designed for all skill levels, the workshop combines daily shooting with hands-on guidance in a wide range of real-world photography situations.

Limited to six attendees and led by award-winning photographer from Tran Tuan Viet photography team, the workshop takes you from Hanoi and Ha Long Bay to the tidal flats of Thai Binh, the limestone landscapes of Ninh Binh, and the tea hills of Long Coc. Guidance and image feedback are provided throughout the workshop in the field.

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Prices in USD · Twin-share basis

Single Supplement: +$500

From $4,200

Duration

7 Days

Starts & Ends

Hanoi

Difficulty

Moderate

Group Size

Limited to 6 Attendees

Mentor

To Be Announced

Operator

Vietnam Photo Tours LLC

Key Locations

Hanoi & Duong Lam · Incense making, ancient villages, and rural life
Ha Long Bay · Limestone islands, seascapes, and fishing life
Hung Yen · Traditional crafts and village life
Thai Binh · Tidal flats, reflections, and coastal life
Ninh Binh · Limestone valleys, rice fields, and rural landscapes
Long Coc · Tea hills, layered landscapes, and morning mist

What to Expect

Landscape Photography · Work with light, layers, reflections, scale, and perspective across varied landscapes
Culture & Daily Life · Photograph traditional villages, crafts, local communities, and everyday life
People & Environmental Portraits · Create natural portraits that connect people with their work and surroundings
Coastal Photography · Photograph fishing life, tidal flats, seascapes, and reflective coastal landscapes
Composition & Light · Refine viewpoint, focal length, timing, layering, and use of natural light
Field Techniques · Improve lens choice, camera control, timing, and adaptability in changing conditions
Aerial Photography · Explore patterns, geometry, and landscape structure from above where regulations allow
Image Review & Guidance · Receive direct feedback on composition, technique, selection, and visual storytelling

What's Included

Photography guidance from our award-winning photographer
5-star hotels and best available accommodation in remote areas
Private transportation with bottled water
Three meals per day
Site entry, permits, and photography model fees
All planned photography sessions and local arrangements
All taxes and applicable fees

What's Not Included

International flights to and from Vietnam
Travel insurance
Camera and photography equipment insurance
Personal expenses, including snacks and alcoholic beverages
Additional food, drinks, services, or special requests outside the planned program
Optional gratuities for drivers, local models, and other local support staff
Any expenses not specifically listed under What's Included

Itinerary

Incense Village photography, traditional craft and portraits, return to Hanoi, and welcome dinner

Hanoi Ceramic Road at sunrise, Duong Lam Ancient Village, traditional architecture, village life, and environmental portraits

Transfer to Ha Long Bay, cruise among the limestone karsts, Sung Sot Cave, and Titov Island at sunset

Ha Long Bay at sunrise, transfer to Thai Binh, Dong Chau Beach, clam-farming huts at sunset, and optional Milky Way photography

Quang Lang tidal flats and fishermen at sunrise, transfer to Ninh Binh, Bich Dong Pagoda, lotus ponds, and rural landscapes

Tam Coc rice fields and Bich Dong Pagoda, transfer to Phu Tho, Long Coc tea hills at sunset, and optional Milky Way photography

Long Coc tea hills and farmers at sunrise, Phu Tho ethnic communities and portraits, return to Hanoi, and end of workshop

Frequently Asked Questions

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Customer Reviews

Phil Mosby, USA

May 2025

Thank you, Viet. Your leadership helped me frame Hanoi’s wild beauty and traditions in ways I never imagined!!!

David Yang, Australia

May 2025

The summer sun lighting up the incense village's colorful sticks was the most unforgettable shot. You guided us to perfect spots where nature and culture shined. The locals were so "warm", making every moment special

Luke Jones, USA

May 2025

The ancient village’s stone paths surrounded by lush fields were my favorite to photograph. You showed us Hanoi’s natural and cultural soul perfectly. The locals were so kind, making every shot feel alive. Thank you very much, Viet!