Colours of Vietnam

from USD 2764 for 16 days

A dream trip for keen photographers. In the company of our guest professional photographer, this special two week photo tour visits some of the most visually stunning sights Vietnam has to offer for an eye-opening insight into one of the world’s most beautiful countries. From Saigon to Hanoi, highlights include opulent temples, floating markets laden with colourful produce, vividly dressed hill tribes, beautiful bays and an iconic sunset over Hoi An. With plenty to capture the lens you’ll be guaranteed to leave with a portfolio of fantastic photos and countless memories to last you a lifetime. With our expert photographer on hand to offer advice and tuition this is a superb way to perfect your photographic techniques amidst fabulous surroundings.

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Day 1 - SAIGON

Arrive and check in to your hotel.

Day 2 - SAIGON

This morning we take a guided tour of the Cu Chi Tunnels and then experience the enchanting noon mass at the Cao Dai Temple, Tay Ninh. This is a fantastic opportunity to capture on film the remarkable vibrancy and opulence of this
stunning temple. Afternoon walking tour of central Saigon. (BD)

Day 3 - MEKONG DELTA

Drive to Vinh Long. We spend our time here cruising the Mekong Delta on a small boat, walking through the small villages, visiting local craftsmen and stopping at a local family’s house for refreshments and meals. Overnight homestay. (BLD)

Day 4 - SAIGON

Visit the floating market in the morning where there will be plenty of great photo
opportunities, after which we return to Saigon. Free afternoon to walk around this vibrant city. (B)

Day 5 - HOI AN

Morning flight to Danang and transfer to Hoi An. Walking tour of the old town in the afternoon. Rest of the day is free to spend at your leisure and prepare for the iconic sunset of Hoi An. (BD)

Day 6 - HOI AN

Today we visit My Son, and have the chance to wander around the impressive sights of the Cham civilisation and their ruins. (B)

Day 7 - HUE

Drive to Hue, a UNESCO World Heritage listed imperial city. Afternoon visit to a local village to get an insight into local customs, which is followed by a guided visit to the mysterious Imperial Citadel. (BD)

Day 8 - HUE

Today is rife with fantastic photo opportunities. We begin the day with a cruise on the picturesque Perfume River, then visit the Heavenly Lady Pagoda, followed by the tomb of Tu Duc (one of the Ngyuen Emperors). If time permits we stop at a colourful village where incense is made, to see the local people at work. (B)

Day 9 - HANOI

Morning flight to Hanoi. Afternoon walking tour of the old quarter. Tonight there is an opportunity to visit the National Waterpuppet Theatre. (BD)

Day 10 - HALONG BAY

Drive to Halong City, where we board a private boat to explore this incredibly scenic bay full of limestone karsts, islands, unusual house boats and traditional sail boats. We spend the night on board. (BLD)

Day 11 - HANOI

Return to Hanoi in the afternoon and have more time to explore this wonderful city.
(BL)

Day 12 - HANOI

Free time to wander and explore before the evening train to Lao Cai and the exciting hilltribe area of North Vietnam. (B)

Day 13 - SAPA

Arrive in Sapa. The day is free to explore this spectacular hill station, where you can take in the local market, walk around the colourful villages inhabited by ethnic  minorities, visit the terraced rice fields or just kick back and take in the breathtaking views. (B)

Day 14 - SAPA

Free time until late afternoon when we drive back to Lao Cai to board the overnight train back to Hanoi.

Day 15 - HANOI

Arrive Hanoi early morning. We have the option to go and join the locals in the morning with exercise and tai chi around the beautiful Hoan Kiem Lake. In the evening we meet for our farewell dinner. (BD)

Day 16 - HANOI