Vietnam: Living Landscape

13 – 24 Sept 2027
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Destination 
Viet Nam

Group size
6 participants

Information

• Tour start: Noi Bai int’l airport (HAN)
• Ending place: Tan Son Nhat int’l airport (SGN)
• Dates: 13rd Jul – 24th Jul 2027
• Duration: 12 Days
• Accommodation: Hotel
• Physicality: Easy
• Maximum participants: 6
• Price: Contact for more information
• Terms & Conditions

What to Expect

Living Landscape is a photographic journey from Northern to Southern Vietnam, capturing the country’s diverse landscapes, cultural traditions and everyday life through the lens. From the terraced mountains of the North to the fishing villages of the Central coast and the intricate waterways of the Mekong Delta, each destination offers unique opportunities to photograph the relationship between people, nature and their surroundings.
Through landscape, documentary and portrait photography, we seek to capture not only the beauty of Vietnam, but also the stories, details and fleeting moments that define its character. This trip is for those who want to capture the striking and photogenic frame of Vietnam.

Itinerary

Day 1 (13.09.2027): Arrival in Ha Noi, Viet Nam

Welcome to Vietnam, and to its capital, Ha Noi. You can arrive in Ha Noi at any time of the day, ideally before 3:00 PM. We will hold a brief introductory session to get to know one another and go over the itinerary for the days ahead. We will also visit several notable landmarks around Ha Noi – places that I am certain will surprise and delight you at every turn.
We’ll also assist you with currency exchange for personal expenses. In the evening, we’ll gather for traditional Vietnamese food at local restaurant.

After breakfast at the hotel, we will set out to explore the traditional craft villages surrounding Hanoi. Following lunch, we will return to the hotel by 4:00 PM. From there, we will have the chance to visit the unique “Train Street”- a spot that draws many curious travelers and is an unmissable destination when visiting Ha Noi.

Head to the airport for your flight home. You can choose any flight departing that day, or you can extend your trip to visit Ili, Xinjiang grasslands with us.

Learn more Xinjiang Grassland extended trip.

Head to the airport for your flight home. You can choose any flight departing that day, or you can extend your trip to visit Ili, Xinjiang grasslands with us.

Learn more Xinjiang Grassland extended trip.

Note: The locations mentioned in this itinerary are subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances such as weather, accessibility, or local regulations. In such cases, alternative locations will be arranged at no additional cost, ensuring you still experience the best photo-graphic opportunities and immersive adventure are possible.

Tutition

With a small group of only 6 participants, you will receive plenty of one-on-one guidance—both out in the mountains and back at your accommodation. I am fully confident in my ability to instruct photographers of all levels, from complete beginners to those with more experience.
You will also learn essential techniques for landscape and portrait photography, including how to capture panoramas, photograph the night sky, and even use supplemental lighting.

Fitness & Experience

Vietnam offers a diverse photographic journey, from the mountains and rice terraces of the north to the waterways and coastal landscapes of the south. This tour involves a mix of walking, exploring local villages, spending time outdoors and occasionally starting early to make the most of the light. Therefore, you need moderate physical fitness, be able to walk gentle slopes, and maintain your balance while walking in low-light conditions. Some days may involve longer walks (as Hoi An town) on uneven terrain (as rice terrace in Mu Cang Chai), climbing steps, or spending extended periods outdoors in changing weather.

Photography experience is equally flexible. Whether you’re just beginning or have years behind the camera, you’ll have opportunities to develop your skills, explore different approaches to composition and light, and capture the character of Vietnam at your own pace. Above all, come with an open mind, curiosity and a love of discovering new places. The most rewarding moments often happen when we slow down, step away from the familiar and allow ourselves to experience everyday life along the way.

Equipment

A list of essential items will be provided before the trip; however, you should prepare clothing suitable for cold and damp weather (please note the information below, which applies to the period from late October 2024 onwards!). In high-mountain areas, temperatures can drop toward 15°C, accompanied by strong winds in the early morning; therefore, you must pack adequate waterproof gear, a hat, and hiking boots. You should also bring a headlamp in case the group has to return after dark. Specialized hiking boots are mandatory, unless you are highly experienced and certain that you can manage with alternative footwear, such as trail running shoes. Additionally, rubber boots and an umbrella may also prove useful.

Accommodation & Transportation

Along the Vietnam Living Landscape trip, we will travel in a private van with spacious, comfortable seating – ensuring you’ll have absolutely nothing to complain about, even during the 6-hour drive from Hanoi to Mu Cang Chai.
Our photography tours are designed to take you deep into the hidden corners of Vietnam—whether it’s traveling by motorbike through the mountains to reach a shooting location or boarding a boat for an early morning journey along a river. Throughout the trip, we carefully select 4-star hotels, offering deluxe-standard rooms. In remote mountainous areas, where such facilities are not yet available, we will stay in local homestays; however, the interiors and amenities are comparable to those of a 4-star hotel, representing the best possible accommodation options near our photography locations.

Terms & Conditions

What INCLUDED in the price of this trip?
• All transportation by private van
• Local transportation by motorbike
• Accommodations in twin-room 4-star hotels and the best local homestay
• Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner on all days, including non-alcoholic drinks.
• Expert guidance on Photography.
• English-speaking guide.
• All entrance fees.
• Local model donations.
• Plenty of drinking

What is NOT INCLUDED?
• International flights in and out Viet Nam
• Visa fees (if needed)
• Travel insurance
• Extra hotel charges
• Personal expenses 
• Excess baggage costs.
• Alcoholic drinks.
• Personal needs and laundry.