Northern Vietnam is a dream destination for photographers. With breathtaking landscapes, colorful ethnic markets, and authentic village life, it offers endless opportunities to capture unforgettable images. Our photography tours are designed not only to take you to the most stunning locations but also to help you sharpen your skills with expert guidance.
What to Expect from a Vietnam Photography Tour
- Improve your photography skills: From composition and portraiture to mastering camera settings.
- Capture diverse subjects: Vibrant markets, rural life, and majestic natural scenery.
- Learn and grow: Receive feedback from professionals and peers throughout the journey.
- Take home memories: Stunning photographs and unique experiences that will last a lifetime.
Highlights of the Northern Vietnam Photography Tour
Bac Ha & Chay River Adventure
Your journey begins in Lao Cai province, with a train or express bus ride from Hanoi, followed by motorbike trips into the mountains. We stay with a H’mong family in a traditional homestay for an authentic cultural experience.
- Explore Trung Do Village and ride a longboat along the Chay River.
- Visit the incredible Bac Ha Market, where the Flower H’mong gather in their vibrant costumes.
- Capture portraits, landscapes, and market life in an unforgettable mountain setting.
Ha Giang & Heaven’s Gate
One of the most spectacular regions in Vietnam, Ha Giang is a photographer’s paradise.
- Photograph dramatic karst peaks and winding mountain passes.
- Experience Heaven’s Gate and the legendary Ma Pi Leng Pass.
- Discover the historic Dong Van ancient town and the H’mong King’s palace.
- Capture the energy of the Meo Vac ethnic market.
This adventure is raw, authentic, and filled with once-in-a-lifetime shots.
Halong Bay Horizons
No Vietnam photography tour is complete without the iconic Halong Bay. Far from the tourist crowds, we sail by chartered junk deep into the bay.
- Learn landscape photography on the deck at sunset and dawn.
- Kayak or sampan through lagoons and caves around Cat Ba National Park.
- Capture the daily rhythm of life at a floating fishing village in the soft morning light.
Ninh Binh Explorer
Known as “Halong Bay on land,” Ninh Binh is the heart of Vietnam’s lowland beauty.
- Photograph the ancient ruins of Hoa Lu, Vietnam’s first capital.
- Take a boat trip through the caves and rice paddies at Tam Coc.
- Wander through traditional villages and trek the jungles of Cuc Phuong National Park, where rare primates await at the Endangered Primate Rescue Centre.
Best Time for Photography in Northern Vietnam
The most photogenic season is mid-August to early October, when rice paddies and terraces turn golden. This is the perfect time to capture Vietnam’s landscapes at their most stunning.
