PTT254_GOLDEN HORIZONS PHOTOGRAPHY JOURNEY
Route: NORTHEAST & NORTHWEST: HA NOI – CAO BANG – HA GIANG – Y TY – MUONG HUM – MU CANG CHAI – HA NOI
Departure date: 6 Sep – 15 Sep
Duration: 10 Days 9 Nights
Group size: 08 – 10 pax
Tour type: VIP
Price/pax: from 731 USD per person
Hotline: 0912851112 / 0987277394 (Mr. Dung)
1./ INTRODUCE
Join First Class Travel Company on a tailor-made itinerary designed to explore the breathtaking landscapes of Northwest and Northeast Vietnam, offering countless unique photo opportunities to capture the region’s pristine beauty. From the majestic Ban Gioc Waterfall to the otherworldly Mat Than Mountain and the surreal terraced fields, this journey promises scenes straight out of a dream. Beyond photography, it’s an immersive experience to connect with the rich and diverse cultures of Vietnam’s ethnic groups, including the Thai, Dao, and Hmong communities.
Why not embark on this incredible journey and let your lens tell the story of Vietnam’s unique charm?
2./ HIGHLIGHT
- Sunset at Thung Mountain – with local model fishing setup
- Sunrise at Phong Nam – bamboo raft setup
- Hoang Su Phi rice terraces
- Stage photography session with Dao ethnic model
- Majestic landscape of O Quy Ho Pass
- Mam Xoi Hill shooting
3./ ITINERARY
Note:
C = concept
The itinerary is subject to change depending on weather conditions and may be adjusted by local photographers to ensure the best shooting opportunities.
DAY 1 – 6 Sep: Ha Noi
Welcome the delegation in Ha Noi (HAN) and check in at the hotel.
Stay the night in Ha Noi.
DAY 2 – 7 Sep: Ha Noi – Cao Bang (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
After enjoying breakfast, it’s time to check out and begin the journey to Cao Bằng. The trip takes 6 hours.
Arriving Cao Bang, the group visits: Mat Than Moutain (Eye of the Mountain), also known as Thung Mountain, named after its unique circular hole near the summit, resembling an “eye”. This is a one-of-a-kind mountain in Vietnam.
- C1: Capture the sunset at Thung Mountain
- C2: Photograph the traditional fishing activity (kéo vó) at Thung Mountain
Return to the hotel in Trung Khanh for check-in and rest.
Stay the night at Trung Khanh.
DAY 3 – 8 Sep: Cao Bang (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
As the first rays of sunlight touch the earth, the group begins to capture the magnificent natural beauty of Cao Bang.
- C3: Sunrise at Phong Nam, with a setup of bamboo rafts
After lunch, the group heads out for an afternoon session:
- C4: Photograph Ban Gioc Waterfall from the Chinese side, with sunlight streaming through the mist to create a magical scene
Stay the night near Ban Gioc.
DAY 4 – 9 Sep: Cao Bang – Du Gia (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Early morning departure for Ngoc Con and Phia Siem.
- C5: Sunrise at Ngoc Con
- C6: Sunrise at Phia Siem
Visit Phia Thap Village, famous for incense-making traditions.
- C7: Arrange shooting with local model in Phia Thap Village
Transfer to Du Gia, Ha Giang (about 7 hours, lunch en route).
Afternoon shooting:
The team starts our afternoon of capturing stunning photographs. Fill your lens on the terraced fields of Ban Kep, capturing the golden hues and fragrant rice fields at sunset.
C8: Sunset at Ban Kep rice terraces
Stay the night at Du Gia.
(Optional: night photography for starry skies)
DAY 5 – 10 Sep: Hoang Su Phi (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Once the morning meal is done, check out of the accommodation and head Hoang Su Phi.
Along the way, capture stunning scenes at iconic spots like Ban Peo, Ta Phin Ho, Ban Luoc, Nam Ty, Nam Hong, and Ta Su Choong…
C9: Photograph the stunning terraced fields of Hoang Su Phi, as a testament to the local people’s hard work and creativity.
Head to Ban Phung, a paradise for photographers. Check into a homestay at the highest point of Ban Phung.
With lunch concluded, the group moves on to the afternoon photography session.
C10: Photograph Phung Ca or To Meo, documenting the daily lives of locals.
C11: Sunset at Phung Ca.
Stay the night at Ban Phung.
DAY 6 – 11 Sep: Muong Hum (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
- C12: Sunrise at Ban Phung
Transfer to Muong Hum (about 5 hours). Explore Sang Ma Sao and nearby villages.
- C13: Landscape photography of Sang Ma Sao
- C14: Staged photography session with Hmong ethnic models
- C15: Sunset in Muong Hum
Stay the night in Muong Hum.
DAY 7 – 12 Sep: Sa Pa (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Transfer to Sa Pa (about 2 hours).
- C16: Landscape photography at O Quy Ho Pass
- C17: Staged photography with Dao ethnic minority
- C18: Sunset at O Quy Ho Pass
Stay the night in Sa Pa.
DAY 8 – 13 Sep: Sa Pa – Mu Cang Chai (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Transfer to Mu Cang Chai (about 4 hours).
- C19: Photograph Mam Xoi Hill
Afternoon session:
- C20: Sang Nhu corn house of Hmong ethnic
- C21: Sunset at Lao Chai village
Stay the night in Mu Cang Chai.
DAY 9 – 14 Sep: Mu Cang Chai – Ha Noi (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
After breakfast, transfer to Tu Le with scenic stops at Khau Pha Pass.
- C22: Freestyle shooting at Khau Pha Pass
Return to Ha Noi (about 7 hours). Evening city photography in Hanoi.
Stay the night in Ha Noi.
End the journey
DAY 10 – 15 Sep: Ha Noi
End your photography adventure with FirstClass with a relaxed morning before your return flight.
As our photography tour comes to an end, we hope you had an incredible experience and many beautiful memories, captured lots of incredible moments. Thank you for choosing us and for being a part of this journey. We wish you happiness and look forward to seeing you on future adventures.
4./ SERVICES INCLUDES:
INCLUDED:
- Premium vehicle service along the route
- Standard hotels or homestays
- Meals as indicated
- Professional, helpful and skilled tour guide throughout
- Entry tickets to all included destinations
- Full itinerary setup
- Full tour travel insurance (VND 30,000,000/case)
- Unlimited bottled water on the vehicle
EXCLUDES:
- Personal expenses, drinks during meals
- Airfare and visa
- Single room surcharge (**)
- Optional or outside-the-itinerary costs
5./ REGISTRATION & PAYMENT
Register by commenting full name + phone number on Firstclass Travel’s Facebook page Or call Mr. Tran Tien Dung: 0912851112 / 0987277394 (Zalo/Viber)
Payment methods: cash or bank transfer to Mr. Dung
️Bank info: Account holder: Tran Tien Dung Account No: 0912851112 (VPBank)
P/S: Please include: “Phototour Payment, Full Name, Phone Number” in transfer notes.
(*) Departure time may change depending on weather or group size (**) Single room requests should be made at least 5 days in advance
6./ PHOTOGRAPHY GEAR & ESSENTIALS
- Tripod
- Drone
- Remote shutter release (with spare battery)
- Flashlight
- Wide and telephoto lenses
- Extra memory cards (at least 1 backup)
- Battery charger & spare battery
- Travel adapter, multi-plug power strip
