Ultimate Hanoi Photography Tour
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Is Ultimate Hanoi Photography Tour worth booking?
Ultimate Hanoi Photography Tour is a 16-hour experience in Hanoi, Vietnam, from $251 per person. It scores 63 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 20 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 63 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (20)
- Duration
- 16 hours
- From
- $251 per person
Prepare to take a variety of incredible images on our Ultimate Hanoi private photography day tour. We'll be shooting from dawn till dusk and beyond. Capture inner-city life and the outlying craft villages, a mix of moder
What you get
- Private transportation
- Lunch
- Breakfast
- Professional Photographer Guide
About this experience
Prepare to take a variety of incredible images on our Ultimate Hanoi private photography day tour. We'll be shooting from dawn till dusk and beyond. Capture inner-city life and the outlying craft villages, a mix of modernity and tradition revealing the true Hanoi. Traveling on foot and by private car, our photographers will guide you through the day. At each location, new techniques and photographic scenarios will be explored.
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- Lunch
- Breakfast
- Professional Photographer Guide
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Duờng Tau
You’ll start out early with a dawn exploration of (the lesser-known) train street, and morning tai chi and aerobics at Reunification Park. We then head over to the city's infamous Thieves Market. We’ll take a photographic wander through the tight, atmospheric alleyways here, before dropping by a retirees’ ping pong club, housed in an unforgettable location.
240 minutes here
We jump into our private car and head one hour south to Cu Da village. This is one of the best-preserved ancient villages within reach of the city center, specializing in the manufacture of vermicelli noodles. We’ll explore the atmospheric backstreets, then photograph locals drying vermicelli in fields of dazzling gold. We'll grab lunch nearby, and review our photos at a peaceful cafe. Next stop is nearby Quang Phu Cau village. Here we’ll capture incredible images of incense arranged in the sun - a rhapsody in red just made for travel photographers. We'll also explore the village's busy workshops, taking photos at all stages of the fascinating process.
480 minutes here
Hanoi
Time to head back to Hanoi. You’ll be dropped off at your hotel in order to get refreshed, have dinner and get ready for the night tour, with pick-up at 7:30 pm. We now head out for our final adventure in the capital, a night photography tour exploring incredible Long Bien market. As couriers and traders bring in their stock for the next day, we’ll capture all the action, ending our adventure with a uniquely Hanoi experience.
240 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 5 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Vietnam in Focus - Day Tours
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- No health restrictions apply
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 20 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
5 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Organization
3 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
20 verified traveler reviews for Ultimate Hanoi Photography Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Treat yourself to a longer tour
First, I went on the Day of the Dragon (10 days) and the Coastal tour (3 Days). The DoD tour went into the northern mountains and we had the opportunity to meet, talk to, and photograph a wide range of people around the Tet holiday. The guide was resourceful and made it a fantastic trip. I think we were the only non-Asians I saw for close to a week so we were away from the traditional tourist areas and into remote villages, festivals, and food. The accommodations were all perfect for the way I like to travel. In addition to the guide Hai Yen and Alex were very helpful throughout helping to make coming and leaving Vietnam seamless.
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Touring Hanoi and the tribal areas with Vietnam in Focus
Having spent time in Saigon, the Mekong Delta and then Da Nang and Hue we then headed north to Hanoi and then on to the tribal areas close to the Chinese border. There we met up with Tung and his driver Hung. This was a memorable experience like our time in Saigon and the Mekong. Tung was able to provide me with with another photography perspective, especially on street photography and paying much more attention to framing the whole shot, not just the subject. He was able to get us into places we never would have been able to get to by ourselves, especially up in the tribal areas. Hanoi provides a different and somewhat more political/less commercial environment than Saigon, although still plenty of subject matter including both the inner city, night markets and the Thieves Market, all of which we covered. After this it was time to head further north into the tribal areas of Dong Van, Ha Giang and Meo Vac. This provided an opportunity to see both very different geographic environments from the cities (mountainous rocky terrain along with terraced rice fields). There were also local people such as Hmong and Red Dao. Here we got to see the small villages, markets and also inside some private homes. Throughout all of this Tung was a wonderful host and even injected a little of his British sense of humor gained during his schooling in England. During some of the tribal area excursions he also brought along local guides who assisted us with local language and access to certain areas. All in all another wonderful experience. Lastly we had the pleasure of meeting Hai Yen Nguyen, her husband Alex and Mike Stanbury, who own and run Vietnam In Focus. They went out of their way to make us feel at home and took us to lunch both when we arrived in Hanoi and right before we flew home. They are a great team and I highly recommend them.
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Ultimate Hanoi and Tribal North Vietnam
Tung was an amazing guide -- he combined pro photography skills with a deep understanding of the local culture and history, and was a superb teacher and a fantastic travel partner. Inside Hanoi and in the far reaches of the north (Dong Van, Ha Giang, Meo Vac) we were treated to experiences, vistas and stories we could never have encountered on our own. This was a never-to-be-forgotten journey!
via Tripadvisor
An amazing photography tour!
I had an amazing experience on the ultimate Hanoi photography tour. The day started early with Brian taking us to the lesser known part of train street where Brian guided me on exposure and composition. Brian timed our arrival well with time to take some shots of the track before the train arrived. We were fortunate to see three trains in our time there. We moved on to thieves markets, Thong Nhat Park, and the vermicelli village which all offered amazing photo opportunities with guidance again from Brian. To be able to capture people in their natural environment was amazing. I got to capture some wonderful shots in this morning part of the tour. We were handed to Tung for the second part of the tour which started at the incense village and ended at the night markets. Tung gave invaluable advice on composition and really made me think outside of the square. Again I was amazed at the images I was able to capture and was grateful for the guidance from Tung. If it wasn’t for this tour, I would not have had the opportunity to capture the images I did and I have these precious memories to take home with me.
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Let me give you 3 reasons why you should sign up!
This program by Vietnam in Focus is the best travel experience I've signed up for during my travels across the globe. I've participated in food tours, wine trips, sake tastings, cooking classes, history tours and art tours. This program ranks the best of all the programs I've done for the following reasons: 1. Best Value - I flew to Hanoi for the sole purpose of participating in this immersive photo tour and workshop - and it was worth every dollar plus some! It has been the most fulfilling program because it did not only surpass my expectation from a photography standpoint, but I came out of this with a much better appreciation for the culture and the destination. Vietnam in Focus assigned three incredible professional photographers for my full day immersion. I spent the early morning with Phoung who worked with me on composition, street photography techniques and helped me with camera settings while we photographed the famous Hanoi train tracks (away from the tourists), a neighborhood market and a popular Hanoi park. Brian took me to a vermicelli and incense village that I would have never been able access if I had done it on my own. We walked the entire incense village as if we lived there because the locals knew him. As a result, I was able to take better photos of the workers and the residents. We shared a meal at a local restaurant and talked about his life in Hanoi (from NYC), other VIF programs I should entertain and more helpful lessons on how I can maximize the features of my cameras (Leica Q2 Monochrom and Sony A7II). I spent the evening with Tung at Long Bien Market. There, he worked with me on the panning technique. He also shared valuable lessons on how to better capture photo subjects in a setting as busy as the market. More importantly, he showed me the importance of patience when doing street photography and for "waiting" for the "shot." I've always loved photography since I received my first camera as a child. This experience gave me a sense of purpose for this craft that I love. It gave me justification for the amount of money I spend on cameras and trips!!! 2. Sense of Place - There is something to be said about spending an entire day looking at the destination through the viewfinder of a camera. It allowed me to slow down and truly capture the essence of the subject matter (and destination). I felt a better connection with the people I took pictures of. I felt I was able to to share a better narrative through my photos because meh guides were able to translate our conversations with the locals. 3. Excellent Communication - Hai from Vietnam in Focus made me feel like their most important customer through all my interactions with their office. I felt like I had a butler from the moment I signed up. Instructions were clear from what gear to bring to what to wear for the day. Vietnam in Foucs is run like a well-oiled machine. I highly recommend this program by Vietnam in Focus. It's truly one of the most fulfilling things I've done. Bravo! GA
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Good to know
- Duration
- 16 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 18+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $251 to $660
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 7
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 63
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Ultimate Hanoi Photography Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Hanoi.
How much does Ultimate Hanoi Photography Tour cost?
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Prices start at $251 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Hanoi usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Ultimate Hanoi Photography Tour take?
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Plan for about 16 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Hanoi is not rushed.
Is Ultimate Hanoi Photography Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 63 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 20 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Hanoi, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Ultimate Hanoi Photography Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Ultimate Hanoi Photography Tour suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 18. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 16-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Ultimate Hanoi Photography Tour?
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Around 7 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Hanoi can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Hanoi and add a light layer if any part of the 16-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Ultimate Hanoi Photography Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Hanoi within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Hanoi?
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On Outty we rank every Hanoi experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Ninh Binh Day Trip from Hanoi with Tam Coc or Trang An & Mua Cave, Ha Giang Loop Tour 4 Days 3 Nights with Ha Giang Vision Tour, Halong Bay Day Tour With Titop Island, Cave, Kayak & Lunch. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Hanoi?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Hanoi?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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