Objet de réservation

La Cité Impériale de Hué, monument phare de la ville

Gateway in Hue – 4 days and 3 nights

Gateway in Hue – 4 days

In Hué, time seems to flow differently. Former imperial capital of Vietnam, the city exudes a unique atmosphere, made of serenity, poetry and memory. Here, each wall, each garden, each stream tells a story shaped by the emperors of the Nguyen dynasty, the scholars, the monks and the artisans who marked the soul of the city.

This 4-day getaway in Hue is an invitation to slow down and immerse yourself in a refined and spiritual Vietnam. Far from the bustle of the big metropolises, Hué is discovered in calm: crossing the majestic gates of the Imperial City, along the Perfume River at dawn or dusk, exploring the royal tombs scattered in a peaceful and harmonious nature.

As the days go by, the city reveals all its subtlety. The silent pagodas, traditional garden houses, colorful markets and delicate gastronomy make up a lifestyle full of elegance and sweetness. Each visit is a dive into history, each encounter an echo of the past still alive.

Thought as a complete cultural immersion, this getaway allows to understand Hué beyond its monuments. It offers a sensitive and human approach to the ancient imperial capital, where heritage, spirituality and nature intertwine with finesse. An ideal stay for travelers in search of meaning, beauty and authenticity, eager to discover one of the most emblematic and moving cities of Vietnam.

Planning of the getaway in Hue

Day 1 (L):

Our English-speaking guide will meet you at the hotel around 9 a.m. and start by visiting the Imperial City. The Royal Palace, classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a splendid monument composed of superb palaces and surrounded by its impressive wall.

After lunch, then discover a famous garden house with its museum of ceramics.

Then join the pier for 3.45 p.m. and wish your guide a good evening before finishing your afternoon by letting yourself be carried away by the the water and enjoying tea with small cakes. During 1h30, enjoy the tranquility of the Perfume River and also discover the history of the city.

Night at Spatel d’Annam.

 

Day2 (B, L, D):

Our English- speaking guide will meet you at the hotel around 9 a.m.

Start the day by visiting a peaceful monastery located in the mountains and admire its superb orchids.

It will then be time for a cultural discovery during the visit of the tomb of Emperor Tu Duc to walk through its paths and gardens amidst the water plans.

After lunch, participate in a small paper flower making workshop, a unique experience with deaf and dumb people who will introduce you to sign language for an incredible experience. Return to the hotel with your flower as a souvenir.

In the evening, Arnauld, Gaulthier or Marvin will meet you at the hotel, downtown, around 6 p.m. for a gastronomic discovery. Join the city center to discover the street gastronomy of Hué with its many local specialties. Taste the famous Nem Lui or the Banh Khoai. Taste the famous Bun Bo, an iconic dish of the city. Finish your taste experience with the sweet dessert typical of Vietnam, Ché…. and discover Hué at a leisurely pace during a cycle ride.

Enjoy an evening of sharing and tasting in the company of an immigrant to Vietnam.

Night at Spatel d’Annam.

 

Day 3 (B, L):

Our English-speaking guide will meet you at your hotel around 8 a.m. for a day in the surroundings of Hue to meet the artisans of the region of Hue.

Start by discovering the homemade production of rice noodles typical of Hue that you can enjoy in the Bun Bo and other dishes of the region.

Continue your visit with a workshop that works with bamboo before admiring the work of weaving rush to make the famous Vietnamese conical hats and bags. The morning will end with a visit to a local pottery workshop in a beautiful village out of time with its traditional houses.

Finally enjoy a late lunch by the sea or on the lagoon before returning to the city.

Night at Spatel d’Annam.

 

Day 4 (B, L):

Transfer to this sublime restaurant around 9.30 a.m. to spend a morning of historical and culinary discovery. Then meet our English-speaking guide Nhien who will share with you the story of her family settled in Hué for more than 400 years. A unique opportunity to discover a new facet of the history of Hué with a journey through time by discovering the magnificent garden and the ancestral home. You will thus dive into the Vietnamese culture through the history of the many generations of his family.

Then, it will be time to pass your aprons and sharpen your knives to prepare 2 traditional dishes of Hue according to the chef’s advice during this cooking class.

Finally, taste the fruit of your work as well as other dishes that will delight your palate in an idyllic setting then back to town after lunch and end of services.

Possibility then to take the night train to reach the North of Vietnam, to make a transfer towards Hoi An or to join the airport of Hué to continue your trip (price on request).

 

Price 2026:

For 2 pax: 10.650.000 VND / pax

For 3 pax: 9.980.000 VND / pax

For 4 pax: 9.500.000 VND / pax

Cooking class in Hue

Cooking class in Hue

Learning to cook in Hue means entering a world where gastronomy becomes poetry, where each ingredient tells a story and where flavors are passed down as a precious heritage. From the first moments, the senses awaken: the aroma of fresh herbs, the delicate scent of lemongrass, the sweetness of galangal, the rustle of banana leaves… everything invites to savor the moment.

In a traditional house full of charm, you are welcomed as a privileged guest. Here, cooking is a gesture of love, an act of sharing, a living tradition. Guided by a family settled in Hue for several generations, you discover the secrets of recipes passed down with pride: how to choose the best herbs, balance flavors, create a dish that reflects the culinary finesse of the ancient imperial city.

You put on your apron, you listen, you touch, you feel, you create. Every movement is a learning, every preparation a sensory journey. Then comes the long-awaited moment: sit around a warm table to taste your own creations, in an authentic, delicate and deeply human atmosphere.

This cooking class in Hue is not a simple activity: it is a fabulous immersion, an unforgettable memory, a sincere encounter with the culinary soul of Vietnam.

Program of the cooking class in Hue

 

Go to this sublime restaurant for 10.30 a.m. or 4.30 p.m. to spend half a day of historical and culinary discovery.

Join a little treasure of Hue where your English-speaking guide Nhien will share with you the history of her family settled in Hue for over 400 years. For about an hour, go back in time by discovering the beautiful garden and the ancestral home to immerse yourself in Vietnamese culture through the history of its many generations.

Then it will be time to put on your aprons and sharpen your knives to make 2 traditional Hué dishes according to the chef’s advice during this cooking class.

Finally, enjoy the fruit of your work and other dishes that will delight your palate in an idyllic setting.

 

Price 2025 – 2026:

From 2 pax: 1.350.000 VND / pax

Possibility to organize the transfer by private vehicle on request.

 

Vegetarian cuisine in Vietnam – a tasty and bright tradition

In Vietnam, vegetarian cuisine is not a recent trend: it is an integral part of the culture, deeply linked to Buddhism, spirituality and the Vietnamese way of life. As soon as you push the door of a temple, a small local restaurant or a traditional house, you discover a universe of delicate flavors, natural ingredients and dishes shaped with an astonishing harmony.

Here, eating vegetarian is synonymous with purity, simplicity and respect for nature. The Vietnamese use fresh herbs, vegetables, tofu and mushrooms with incomparable talent, turning every dish into a healthy, fragrant and refined experience. The banana leaves serve as a showcase, the broths are clear and aromatic, subtle textures: everything is designed to enhance the freshness of the products and the balance of flavors.

In the morning markets, stalls overflow with bright vegetables, fragrant roots, herbs with captivating scents. The pho chay, vegetarian soup with light tones, rubs shoulders with meatless bánh cuốn, cơm chay, vegetable grills, sweet curries inspired by the center of the country, or spring rolls made from tofu and crunchy vegetables. Each region brings its touch, its accent, its soul.

What makes Vietnamese vegetarian cuisine so fabulous is its ability to be both simple and subtle, humble and deeply creative. Without artifice, it reveals the very essence of Vietnamese gastronomy: freshness, harmony, balance, respect for life.

For travelers, it is a real invitation to discover the country differently, through authentic flavors, bright and surprisingly varied. A sweet and inspiring way to be carried away by the culinary wealth of Vietnam – while savoring the present moment, in full consciousness.

Halong Bay, Land Sea – 4 days and 3 nights

Halong Bay, Land Sea – 4 days and 3 nights

Discovering Halong Bay Terrestrial & Maritime in 4 days, is choosing to take the time to grasp all its richness, between land and sea, between peaceful rice fields and emerald waters. It is accepting to slow down to better observe, feel, marvel. Here, the landscape is never revealed with a single glance: it is earned, crossed, contemplated at different rhythms and under different lights.

The discovery begins on the terrestrial Halong Bay, around Ninh Binh, Tam Coc, and Trang An. In this postcard setting, karst peaks arise in the middle of the rice fields like stone giants. Aboard a silent boat or along rural trails, nature becomes soft and enveloping. The villages live to the rhythm of water and seasons, offering an authentic first immersion in a rural Vietnam, serene and deeply harmonious.

Then comes the encounter with the majestic and mythical maritime Halong Bay. Aboard a traditional junk, the journey takes on an almost unreal dimension. The limestone islets emerge from the sea like natural sculptures, the morning mist floats on the surface of the water, and the silence is disturbed only by the lapping of the waves. Time seems suspended, inviting contemplation, disconnection, pure wonder.

This unique combination between land and maritime Halong offers a complete and balanced vision of the region. It allows to understand the geological formation of these spectacular landscapes, while living varied experiences: gentle navigation, nature walks, local encounters and peaceful nights in the heart of grandiose settings.

This stay of 4 days and 3 nights is much more than a simple passage by an emblematic site. It is a total immersion, sensitive and progressive, in one of the most beautiful jewels of Vietnam. A journey that leaves a lasting impression, by the beauty of the places as much as by the serenity it provides.

This package allows you to discover these two places without returning to Hanoi.

Program of the Halong Bay getaway (4 days)

Day 1 – Hanoi – Inland Halong Bay: Ninh Binh & Tam Coc (L):

Our English-speaking guide will meet you at your hotel in the city center of Hanoi around 8 a.m.

After 1 hour and 30 minutes of driving between the city and the countryside during which you can admire the landscapes of the region, join the Yen river covered with water lilies to embark on a small sampan. Then enjoy a cruise of about an hour to reach the Perfum Pagoda, a complex of pagodas nestled in the mountains.

Then go to climb the 2 kilometers of steps to reach the top of this place and discover the cave that is hidden there. On the way you can discover smaller pagodas nestled in the hollow of the mountain. Then descend by cable car to enjoy a well-deserved lunch before heading to Tam Coc, the terrestrial Halong Bay.

Free dinner and night at the Clos du Fil.

 

Day 2 – Tam Coc & karst landscapes (B, L):

Early departure from the hotel around 8 a.m. with our English-speaking tour guide.

Enjoy a boat ride along the water on the river of Tam Coc in the middle of the limestones and the rice fields. Let yourself be lulled by the magic of the place admiring the beautiful landscapes drawn by the green rice fields and the mountains dug with caves.

Then, discover Bich Dong Pagoda, a Buddhist sanctuary built in a splendid green setting on the mountainside and at the edge of the water.

After lunch, discover Bai Dinh Pagoda, considered one of the largest Buddhist complexes in Southeast Asia. You can admire among other things these superb status of Buddha.

Finally, climb the 500 steps of Mua Cave where your efforts will be rewarded by the view of the incredible panorama over the entire region.

Return to the hotel then free dinner and overnight at Le Clos du Fil.

 

Day 3 – Tam Coc – Tu Long Bay: boarding in a junk (B, L, D):

Departure by car around 7.15 a.m., to reach the port of Ha Long. On the boat, meet your English-speaking tour guide and start your cruise with lunch, sailing through the heart of the impressive rocky peaks of Tu Long Bay.

During the afternoon, enjoy a kayak trip to immerse yourself in the middle of the sublime landscapes of the Bay, drawn by coves, caves and limestone peaks.

At the end of the day, relax on the upper deck and enjoy the beautiful sunset before dinner. Finally, in the evening, opportunity to introduce you to squid fishing.

 

Day 4 – Morning navigation & return to Hanoi (B, L):

If you are an early riser, marvel at the splendor of the sunrise over the immensity of the bay during a Tai Chi session.

After breakfast, discover Thienh Canh Son Cave.

Then return to the boat for check-out and lunch, then back to the port to take the road to Hanoi where you arrive around 3 p.m.

Possibility to directly reach Hanoi airport by private car for a flight from 4:30 PM to your next destination (price on request).

 

Price 2026:

For 2 pax: 12.200.000 VND / pax

For 3 pax: 11.500.000 VND / pax

For 4 pax: 11.300.000 VND / pax

Gateway in Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park

Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park

In the heart of central Vietnam, where the jungle gently closes on limestone reliefs, Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park extends like a world apart, wild and majestic. Classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site, this preserved territory is an invitation to slow exploration, to the discovery of raw nature shaped by millions of years of erosion and silence.

As soon as you enter the park, the atmosphere changes. The air becomes fresher, full of humidity and plant perfumes. The tropical forest wraps the paths, while the rivers infiltrate under the rock to give rise to a spectacular network of caves and underground galleries. Here, water and stone are in constant dialogue, sculpting landscapes of striking beauty, almost unreal.

Navigation on quiet rivers leads to monumental cavities where light plays with mineral forms. The immense vaults, stalactites and aquatic reflections create a mystical atmosphere, conducive to contemplation. Each step, each look reveals the extent and fragility of this exceptional natural heritage, one of the most impressive in Southeast Asia.

Beyond the iconic caves, Phong Nha-Ke Bang is also a land of lush jungles, discreet trails and peaceful villages, where life flows to the rhythm of nature. This getaway is a rare parenthesis, far from the bustle, where one reconnects with the essential, carried by the quiet strength of an environment still intact.

Discovering Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park is to live a deep and authentic immersion, an encounter with the wild and secret Vietnam, where every moment leaves a lasting imprint in the traveler’s memory.

Planning of the gateway in Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park (3 days)

Day 1 – From Hue to Phong Nha – Visit of the Demilitarized Zone (L):

Our English-speaking guide will meet you at your hotel in Hue, downtown, around 9 a.m. Take the road to Vinh Moc, to visit the famous tunnels housing an incredible complex that served as accommodation as well as clinic and others. The population of the region found refuge there to protect themselves from the American bombing.

On the way, discover two churches in the area that are very important to the people of the region. La Vang church built in honor of the Virgin Mary and Long Hung church which highlights war damage and was a place of resistance of Vietnamese soldiers.

Then visit the Bien Hai River Museum at the 17th parallel and the Doc Mieu Base, a fort from the French colonial era.

Finally after lunch, say goodbye to your guide and continue the road to Phong Nha.

Free dinner and night at Phong Nha Lake House.

 

Day 2 – Phong Nha Park – Paradise Cave (B, L):

Our English-speaking guide will meet you at the hotel around 9 a.m. to discover two famous caves in Phong Nha Ke Bang National Park.

Start by venturing into the Paradise Cave, which you will reach after a hike up a prepared trail through the jungle. Go down through the immense cavity that forms its entrance to admire the huge vault of this cave with its many limestone stalactites.

After lunch, embark on a boat for a walk along the water in Phong Nha cave. Then discover the extraordinary work of nature that has sculpted the immense karst formations of this cave over millennia. Go back to the hotel.

Free dinner and night at Phong Nha Lake House.

 

Day 3 – Phong Nha Park – Elephant Cave (B, L):

After breakfast, around 8 a.m., meet our English-speaking guide to go on an adventure with a small group.

Go for a 9 km hike in the jungle to discover the elephant cave. Enjoy a relaxing moment near Crystal Lake before enjoying a barbecue for lunch. In the afternoon, continue your trek in the jungle and discover Tra Ang cave.

Finally, join the Ho Chi Minh trail to exit the jungle then return to the hotel around 5.30 p.m. and end of services.

Possibility to add an extra night at the hotel or a transfer to the station or airport of Dong Hoi according to your needs (price on request).

 

Price 2026:

For 2 pax: 8.600.000 VND / pax

For 3 pax: 7.750.000 VND / pax

For 4 pax: 7.300.000 VND / pax

Cruise on the Perfume River

Cruise on the Perfume River in Hue

Taking a cruise on the Perfume River means discovering Hue in a different way, in a silence punctuated by the lapping of water and the whispering of history. As soon as boarding, the pace slows down. The city slowly fades into a peaceful atmosphere, almost timeless, where each shore seems to tell a fragment of Vietnam’s imperial past.

During navigation, the river reveals its delicate landscapes: shaded gardens, traditional houses, discreet temples nestled in the greenery. The light, soft and changing, is reflected on the water and envelops the decor with a poetic aura. It is therefore understandable why this river was a source of inspiration for emperors, scholars and poets of the Nguyen dynasty for a long time.

The cruise naturally leads to the Thien Mu pagoda, an emblematic silhouette standing on the riverbank, a spiritual symbol of Hue. From the boat, the gaze is posed differently: the imperial city appears more intimate, more harmonious, connected to the river like a living spine. Every moment invites contemplation, listening, serenity.

This cruise on the Perfume River is not a simple boat ride. It is a sensitive experience, a parenthesis of sweetness that reveals the deep soul of Hue, between heritage, spirituality and poetry. A suspended moment, ideal to feel all the finesse and elegance of the ancient imperial capital.

 

Tour in English

  • Afternoon tea cruise

Join the pier for 3.45 p.m. and finish your afternoon by letting yourself be carried by the water and enjoying tea with small cakes. During 1h30, enjoy the tranquility of the Perfume River and also discover the history of the city.

 

  • Musical discovery

Dive into local folklore and traditions with a discovery of the traditional music of Hue during a cruise.

Join the pier for 7.45 p.m. to enjoy a one-hour cruise on the Perfume River. During this enjoy the tranquility of the Perfume River while letting yourself be carried by the music and enjoying a fresh fruit juice. A timeless evening in Hue.

 

Price 2025 in a small group

Afternoon tea cruise: 490,000 VND / pax

Musical discovery: 420,000 VND/ pax (according to availability if there is a group of at least 6 people)

Secret Cocktail Experience

Secret Cocktail Experience: a night immersion in the hidden bars of Hoi An

When night falls on Hoi An and the lanterns light up in a golden halo, the city reveals a completely different face: mysterious, intimate and resolutely captivating. It is in this timeless atmosphere that the Secret Cocktail Experience takes place, a unique nocturnal journey through discreet and hidden bars, often invisible to the unsuspecting visitor.

Guided by a passionate local host, you enter confidential addresses where Vietnamese mixology finds its full expression. Each stop offers you a signature cocktail made with carefully selected ingredients: local aromatic herbs, edible flowers, artisanal liqueurs, tropical infusions… Bold creations that tell the story of Hoi An, its past as a merchant port, and the richness of its cultural influences – Vietnamese, Japanese, Chinese and European.

As the evening progresses, you stroll through the narrow streets of the old town, pass through hidden doors, take secret stairs and discover unexpected places: a bar hidden behind an art gallery, a speakeasy with dim lighting, a confidential rooftop or even a space decorated with ancient lanterns. At each stop, a new decor, a distinct atmosphere and a new meeting with the creative soul of Hoi An.

More than a tasting, the Secret Cocktail Experience is a real cultural exploration, where one enjoys as much the drinks as the stories, anecdotes and human exchanges. A refined interlude, ideal for couples, curious travelers and lovers of beautiful night-time experiences seeking to discover Hoi An from an original and sophisticated angle.

For some time, the Vietnamese have created many “hidden” and unusual bars and cafes with a neat and innovative interior decoration where they display their expertise in mixology by reworking for example the traditional soup Pho in the form of cocktail.

Detailed planning of the evening

Meet our English-speaking guide in the city center around 5 p.m. to take part in a mixology experience in a small group.

During an evening, discover another facet of the cities of Hoi An or Ho Chi Minh by tasting four signature cocktails in four unusual places of the city offering you four different atmospheres to enjoy your unique drinks.

Throughout the evening, your guide will explain the history of the city and share anecdotes about the region for a moment rich in sharing and discoveries.

Possibility for families with children aged 15 and over to carry out this experience with a tasting of mocktails.

 

Price 2025 in a small group

from 2 people (1 person subject to reservation)

Hoi An : 1.450.000 VND / pax

Hô Chi Minh : 1.950.000 VND / pax

 

Secret Cocktail Experience in Hoi An: Your questions?

How long does the tour last?

The evening lasts an average of 3 hours, including travel between hidden bars, tasting cocktails and explanations from your local guide.

Are there any side dishes to eat?

Yes, some stops include small plates to share to accompany cocktails: Vietnamese tapas, fusion bites or local specialties.

Should I book in advance?

Yes, being a very popular activity and limited to small groups, booking in advance is strongly recommended. We can organize this experience for you according to your dates and program.

 

Experience a unique evening at the heart of the secrets of Hoi An

The Secret Cocktail Experience is not a simple bar tour: it is a refined immersion in the confidential universe of Vietnamese mixology, in the heart of the mysterious alleys of Hoi An.
Each stop reveals a different facet of the city: a hidden setting, a cocktail inspired by its history, an authentic encounter with those who make the local nightlife scene vibrate.

For couples, epicureans or travelers seeking an original evening, this experience is a stylish and contemporary way to discover Hoi An in a completely new light.
A moment where one enjoys both the creations of glass and the intimate atmosphere of secret bars, far from the tourist bustle.

Culinary or artistic workshops Hanoi

Hanoi egg coffee and cooking class

Discovering Hanoi is diving into the heart of a vibrant culinary universe, where each alley reveals a perfume, a vapor, a flavor that tells a story. From the first minutes, the city envelops you in a symphony of vibrant aromas: the delicate aroma of freshly made phở, the irresistible sweetness of egg coffee, the spicy warmth of grilled bún chả on the pavement. Here, cooking is not only a pleasure: it is a language, a living tradition, a deeply authentic experience.

Over our years of exploration and accompanying travelers, we have learned that the Hanoorian gastronomy is not just a set of dishes: it is a true gateway to the soul of Vietnam. The markets overflow with bright ingredients, historic cafes reveal their intense charm, street vendors generously share recipes handed down from generation to generation. Every bite, every sip, reveals a magical culinary culture, shaped by history, local creativity and a deeply rooted sense of sharing.

In Hanoi, eating is like an adventure: you sit on a small blue stool, enjoy a steaming soup in the early morning, savor an unexpected drink, and let yourself be carried away by this unforgettable atmosphere, warm and so human.

Get ready to explore an absolutely fabulous gourmet heritage, where simplicity becomes great art and where every discovery transforms your trip into a sensational moment.

Our workshops in Hanoi

Whether you want to learn how to prepare the legendary egg coffee, explore the secrets of traditional cuisine, introduce your hands to local crafts or immerse yourself in the daily life of a bustling market, our workshops are designed to offer direct contact, sincere and absolutely authentic with the Hanoan traditions. Here, no staging: only the generosity of Vietnam, the creativity of the inhabitants and the pleasure of sharing a real moment.

Each workshop is designed as a sensational adventure, combining discovery, learning and emotions. You don’t just watch: you participate, you create, you taste, you exchange. You fully experience the soul of Hanoi, through simple but powerful moments, which leave a lasting impression and transform a trip into an unforgettable memory.

1. Discovery of the egg coffee of Hanoi – 3-hour workshop

Departure at 9 a.m. or 2 p.m. to discover the history of coffee, the national drink of Vietnam. Learn more about its cultivation and preparation, from tips for recognizing the right coffee beans, to preparing 4 types of coffee according to the advice of our expert, including the famous egg coffee and coconut coffee (coconut coffee).

 

2.Cooking class in Hanoi – 4h30 workshop

Departure at 9 a.m. or 3 p.m. to go to the local market and buy the ingredients you will use during the cooking class. Learn how to prepare four traditional Vietnamese dishes (for example, bun cha, banana flower salad, nems…) under the watchful eye of our chef who will accompany you throughout the preparation. Finally enjoy the fruit of your work and return to the hotel.

 

3.Jewellery making workshop – workshop from 2 hours to 2h30

Join the workshop (transfer not included) to discover the history of Vietnamese jewelry. Then discover almost all the steps to manufacture simple silver jewelry then make your own jewelry (ring, pendant or earrings).

 

Price 2026:

Activity 1 : 720.000 VND / pax in a small group

Activity 2: 1.050.000 VND/ pax in a small group

Activity 3: 970.000 VND/ pax to make a ring or pendant of 5 g and 1.230.000 VND/ pax to make earrings in small group

 

 

Visit of Cat Tien Park – 3 days and 2 nights

Go on a unique adventure during a visit of Cat Tien Park, one of the most beautiful natural sanctuaries in Vietnam. Located just a few hours from Ho Chi Minh City, this 3-day and 2-night tour to the Cat Tien Park immerses you in unspoilt nature, between tropical forests, peaceful rivers and exceptional biodiversity.

Classified as a biosphere reserve by UNESCO, the Cat Tien park is home to an incredible variety of species: gibbons, crocodiles, deer, rare birds and ancient trees. This nature trip to Vietnam is ideal for travelers seeking authenticity, silence and discovery.

On the program: guided hikes in the jungle, observation of wildlife at dawn, boat trip on the crocodile lake and meeting with ethnic minorities Ma living near the park. Each day is a total immersion in the Vietnamese wildlife, accompanied by an passionate local guide.

In the evening, enjoy the calm of an ecolodge nestled in the heart of the forest. The song of insects and the sounds of the jungle make up an unforgettable natural symphony. This 3-day nature stay in Vietnam offers a responsible ecotourism experience, respectful of the environment and local communities.

 

Program of the visit of the Cat Tien National Park

Day 1 – Arrival and first exploration of the park:

(Lunch, Dinner)

Our English-speaking guide will meet you around 7:30 at your hotel in Ho Chi Minh to take the road to Cat Tien where you arrive for lunch.

Then go for an afternoon of hiking in the park to discover the local fauna and flora and the crocodile lake. Dinner and overnight at the lake.

 

Day 2 – Wildlife watching and bike ride:

(Breakfast, Lunch)

After breakfast, take the time to admire the crocodiles in their natural habitat and then walk back to the center of the park for a bycicle ride to discover the landscapes of the park.

Also enjoy a swim break by the river. Lunch on the way. Diner free and overnight at the hotel.

 

Day 3 – Meeting of the Ma minorities and return to Ho Chi Minh:

(Breakfast, Lunch)

After breakfast, boat transfer to Tien Island where the primate rescue center is located.

Then take the road to Ho Chi Minh and on the way, visit the village of Ta Lai. This haven of peace, respectful of the environment is also the place of residence of Ma minorities. Lunch on the way.

 

Price 2025 – 2026:

2 pax: 465 $ / pax

3 pax: 345 $ / pax

4 pax: 355 $ / pax

Discovery of Mu Cang Chai – 4 days and 3 nights

Mu Cang Chai, natural and cultural jewel of North Vietnam

Located at more than 1,000 meters above sea level, in the heart of the mountains of North Vietnam, Mu Cang Chai reveals one of the most spectacular landscapes in Asia.
Its rice terraces, carved on the mountainside by the Hmong and Thai ethnic groups, form real living works of art, changing with the rhythm of the seasons.

Classified as Vietnamese national heritage, these rice fields testify to an ancestral know-how passed down from generation to generation.
They illustrate the harmony between man and nature, work and beauty, tradition and modernity.

Discovering Mu Cang Chai is immersing yourself in an authentic and preserved Vietnam, far from the major tourist circuits.
The winding roads lead to isolated villages, where one shares a tea, a meal or a smile with the inhabitants dressed in their traditional costumes.

Accompanied by a passionate English-speaking guide, you explore on foot or by car the valleys and golden hills, cross the Hmong villages, observe the agricultural scenes of everyday life, and discover a living mountain culture and proud.

Every moment at Mu Cang Chai is an invitation to contemplation and encounter – a rare interlude where time seems suspended between sky and rice fields.

Course of the trip to Mu Cang Chai – 4 days and 3 nights

Day 1 : Hanoi – Khau Pha (L, D)

Our English-speaking tour guide will meet you at your hotel in Hanoi around 7.30 a.m. to take the road to the Thanh Son region where the huge huge tea plantations are located, which you will take the time to taste. Arrival in Nghia Lo around noon, Yen Bai province, for lunch at a local restaurant.

In the afternoon, you leave the valley of Muong Lo and continue the road 32 towards Khau Pha, the road takes altitude and crosses an area alternating settlement of Dao on the heights and Thai in the valleys. After 50 km, the road leads to the beautiful rice valley of the commune of Khau Pha, you descend to the village It Thai.

Dinner and night with the local.

 

Day 2 : Khau Pha – Mu Cang Chai (B, L)

After breakfast, around 8:30 a.m., go hiking to the village of Xe Xang. On the way, you pass through Thai and H’Mong villages and a bamboo forest. Magnificent views of rice fields and mountains. Visit a local Thai house and have lunch with a family.

Continue trekking to an H’Mong village where you will make a stop to visit the house. You will also participate with them in a traditional Batik workshop. Return to the host family for check-out. Then drive to Mu Cang Chai, one of Vietnam’s rice granaries with its endless terraces. Dinner and free evening. Night at the Mu Cang Chai Ecolodge.

 

Day 3 : Mu Cang Chai (B, L)

After breakfast departure by motorbike towards La Pan Tan to visit the local villages inhabited by the H’Mong people.Take the direction of the dinosaur backbone.

Continue the trip through some of the most beautiful viewpoints of North Vietnam until reaching the village of Che Cu Nha. Lunch will be taken on the way to a local restaurant. Return to the ecolodge in the middle of the afternoon and free time to relax.

 

Day 4 : Mu Cang Chai – Hanoi (B, L)

After breakfast, go hiking from the Ecolodge towards the valley of Ngoc Chien, beautiful views. You can learn more about the local life. Also enjoy a relaxing break in the hot springs.

You can also visit a rose farm. Lunch will be taken at a local restaurant on site.

Return to the Ecolodge for a break to cool off then departure around 2 p.m. for a return to Hanoi around 8 p.m.

 

Price 2025 – 2026:

Price on request.

Possibility of transfer to Sapa at the end of the tour, price on request

Photo Trip to the North and Center of Vietnam – 12 days of emotion and light

A unique photo trip to the heart of Vietnam

This photo trip to Vietnam is an invitation to look at the country differently, through the lens and the light.
For 12 days, you will travel the most beautiful landscapes of the North in the Center, guided by a professional francophone photographer passionate about Vietnamese culture.

From Hanoi, the vibrant capital with a thousand faces, to the illuminated streets of Hoi An, each stage is conceived as an encounter between gaze, emotion and sharing.
You will learn to compose your images, to capture the gestures of everyday life, to master the games of shadow and light that reveal the soul of Vietnam.

 

The highlights of the circuit

  • Photograph the rice terraces and ethnic villages of the North (Hmong, Dzao, Thai).
  • Explore the colorful markets, tea plantations and rural scenes of remote Vietnam.
  • Capturing the magic of Hoi An at sunrise and sunset.
  • French and English speaking support by a professional photographer.
  • Group limited to 6 participants for personalized follow-up.
  • All meals included: breakfast, lunch and dinner every day.
  • Comfortable and carefully selected accommodations.

A 12-day itinerary between culture, nature and light

Day 1 – Arrival in Hanoi (D)

Reception at the airport upon your arrival then transfer to the hotel.

In the evening, first photo session in the alleys of the old district to soak up the Vietnamese urban atmosphere. Welcome dinner to meet the other participants and your management team.

Night at San Boutique hotel.

 

Day 2 – Hanoi & road to the mountains (B, L, D)

Departure around 6 a.m. for a morning photo stroll in the old district of Hanoi. After breakfast, it will be time to take the road towards Mu Cang Chai with several photo stops. Installation at the ecolodge, dinner and free evening.

Night at the Mu Cang Chai Ecolodge.

 

Day 3 – Rice fields and ethnic villages in Mu Cang Chai (B, L, D)

Departure around 6.30 a.m. to discover the remote villages of Mu Cang Chai and meet with local communities. Photo session in the middle of the terraced rice fields at harvest time. At the end of the day, second photo session of the day for sunset photos from a spectacular viewpoint.

Night at the Mu Cang Chai Ecolodge.

 

Day 4 – Tea field and rice fields in Tan Uyen (B, L, D)

Departure around 6.30 a.m. for the morning photo session, with exchanges and advice before departure to Tan Uyen, famous for its tea plantations. Afternoon dedicated to photographing the workers and the hilly landscapes. Sunset on the hills.

Night at Hoàng Liên Plaza

 

Day 5 – Morning around the tea, afternoon at Ta Giang Phin (B, L, D)

Early departure around a.m. to join the tea fields and capture the workers’ images, then take the road towards Ta Giang Phin. In the afternoon photo walk in the village in the golden light.

Night at P’nue Farmstay.

 

Day 6 – Village life & evaluation photo session (B, L, D)

Free morning to review the photos and share your experiences. During the afternoon, walk through the villages to take portraits, photos of rural scenes and the sunset over the valley.

Night at P’nue Farmstay.

 

Day 7 – Ethnic Market & rice harvest in Muong Hum (B, L, D)

Early departure around 6 a.m. for the ethnic market of Muong Hum. Photograph of the Red Dzao and Hani peoples in their traditional clothing. During the afternoon, go to the countryside to take scenes of rice harvesting.

Night at P’nue Farmstay.

 

Day 8 – Portraits Red Dzao & return to Hanoi (B, L, D)

Morning in a Red Dzao village for a portrait session. Drive to Hanoi in the afternoon. Free evening or group dinner.

Night at San Boutique hotel.

 

Day 9 – Incense Village & flight to Hoi An (B, L, D)

Departure at 5.30 a.m. to visit a craft village dedicated to making incense, then flight to Hoi An.

At the end of the day, sunset photo session in the old town.

Night at Mulberry Collection Silk Eco.

 

Day 10 – Sunrise by the water & rural life around Hoi An (B, L, D)

Around 4.30 a.m., at the first light of day, leave before dawn to join a fishing village located on the outskirts of Hoi An, where life begins with the rhythm of the tides. You will witness the return of boats loaded with fish, the lively exchanges in the market, and the precise gestures of fishermen who repair their nets in the incipient light.

In the afternoon, join the rice fields and agricultural villages around Hoi An for a photographic experience full of sweetness. The afternoon begins with a walk through the fields and paths, to meet the peasants working in the warm evening light.

Night at Mulberry Collection Silk Eco.

 

Day 11 – Mastering the technique & farewell dinner by the sea (B, L, D)

Departure at 4.30 a.m., to embark on an unforgettable morning dedicated to the photography of the emblematic fishing nets of Hoi An. From a small boat, you will observe the fishermen maneuvering their immense nets gilded by the morning light, before joining a lively local market, still unknown to mass tourism.

Afternoon dedicated to experience sharing and image analysis. Closing dinner in Hoi An.

Night at Mulberry Collection Silk Eco.

 

Day 12 – Hoi An at sunrise & departure (B, L)

Last photo outing in the old town at sunrise. Before the alleys come to life, the old town of Hoi An offers an intimate and poetic face. In the quiet of the morning, the lanterns are gradually extinguished, the inhabitants open their shops and the first rays of the sun caress the ochre facades and wooden houses. Guided by a local expert, you will discover the emblematic places but also the hidden corners of this city classified at UNESCO – a moment suspended between heritage.

Dans la journée, transfert vers l’aéroport de Danang et fin du voyage.

 

Useful information

Duration: 12 days / 11 nights
Departure: Hanoi – Arrival: Hoi An
Next departure: 31 August to 11 September 2026
Price: 4,350 USD/ pax (single supplement: 400 USD)

 

A human and photographic adventure

More than just a circuit, this French and English-speaking photo trip to Vietnam is an experience of sharing, learning and emotion. You will leave not only with superb images, but also with a deeper understanding of the country, its inhabitants and its light. A rare immersion, between artistic gaze and cultural discovery.

If you want more information about this trip, contact us and we will put you in touch with the photographer.

Extension in Laos – Pakse and the 4,000 islands in 7 days

Take advantage of your stay in Vietnam to discover this extraordinary region of Laos.

Go on an 7-day tour combining cultural visits, meeting locals and culinary discoveries. Start with the Bolovens Plateau living to the rhythm of its waterfalls and tea and coffee plantations. Then sail between the 4,000 islands of the Mekong River living quietly to the rhythm of the water. Visit the Wat Phou temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2001, and the bucolic village of Champasak.

 

Day 1: Pakse – Boloven Plateau

The local English-speaking guide will meet you at the airport upon arrival in Pakse.

Then head to the Plateau des Bolovens, famous for its waterfalls, its fertile lands offering the best teas and coffees in the country or even the Indochinese peninsula. You will not miss a few tastings, on the advice of your guide. On the way, stop at Wat Pa (Big Buddha Forest Temple) where you will be immediately overwhelmed by a sense of peace and quiet. Discover also the waterfalls of Tad Lo before reaching Thatheng and its ethnic villages (Lao Loum, Taoy, Lavenh, etc.) then arrival at the Resort.

 

Day 2: Boloven Plateau (B, L)

Breakfast, then departure at 8 a.m. to join Paksong and embark in Soviet or Chinese Jeeps of another time for a real immersion in the heart of the Boloven Plateau between rivers, tracks, villages and plantations of coffee and tea trees. You will reach Jhai Coffee house where you will take the time to enjoy a cup of coffee.

On the way to the waterfalls of Tad Moun, admire the vegetable crops of all kinds (ginger, cucumbers, cabbage, salads, etc.).

It will then be time to join the Khamsone coffee plantation for lunch at the farm, with coffee and fruit.

Then go to meet the Laven minorities to discover their lifestyle and their daily life and visit some traditional habitats before returning to the hotel.

 

Day 3: Boloven Plateau – 4,000 Islands (B)

After breakfast, drive to the impressive twin waterfalls of Tad Fane. Take the time to visit the Tad Yuang waterfall on the Bolovens plateau, as it has become more accessible and friendly to tourists in recent years and then head south.

Discover the village Taoy of Ban Nong Bune famous for its wood carvings. The village produces many interesting products, from ceremonial masks and sculptures to practical everyday objects such as wooden plates and outdoor lamps. Take a break at the Taoy village of Phonsaat, known for its funerary rituals and its artisans who boast the natural fibers then direction Nakasang, from where you will embark on a motor canoe that will lead you among the «4,000 islands» of the Mekong.

You will reach the islands of Done Det and Done Khone, peaceful lands with a very marked French colonial past with its buildings, its bridge connecting the 2 islands and its railway that allowed to transship goods on both sides of the cataracts.

 

Day 4: 4,000 islands (B)

Breakfast at the hotel then departure by bike on the sandy paths of the islands of Don Det and Don Khone accompanied by our guide! You will pass along flat paths that will lead you to unmissable sites such as that of the ancient locomotive, the bridge with 13 arches that dates from the French colonial era of the early twentieth century and which connects Don Det to Don Khone and the remains of colonial buildings.

Lunch and departure to the Lippi Falls, locally called Tad Sompamit (very easy level, flat route) while taking the peaceful rhythm of the island. An ideal and quiet way to observe, capture and soak up local and rural life. Activity is intense in the rainy season, when fishermen build bamboo fish traps in unlikely places at the risk of their lives. By taking paths on wires stretched above the furious waterfalls. Return to your hotel and quiet end of the day on the island.

 

Day 5: 4,000 islands – Champasak (B)

Breakfast then crossing by canoe to reach the mainland to reach the waterfalls of Khone Phapheng, further south, on the border with Cambodia. They are among the most impressive waterfalls in this region of Asia and are the largest in the world! Then go back to Champasak with a stop to visit another temple of the same era as the Wat Phou, the Vat Uomo (also called Oubmong). It also contains pre-Angkorian sculptures, including a beautiful Mukhalinga (a human-headed linga now located at the Vat Phou Museum).

After lunch at a local restaurant, explore the jewel of southern Laos: the temple of Wat Phou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2001. Its style is preangkorian. The cultural landscape of Champasak, including the entire temple of Wat Phou, represents an area of planned landscape dating back over a thousand years and remarkably well preserved. After discovering the site, visit the museum before arriving at the hotel and free dinner.

 

Day 6: Champasak (B)

Breakfast at the hotel before exploring the temple of Muang Kang. Dating back to the 19th century, Wat Muang Kang is the oldest active temple in Champasak. History lovers will appreciate the mix of European, Siamese, Burmese and Chinese influences in this temple with high white columns and steep roofs.

Then return to town for a walk through the picturesque alleys of Champasak to spot buildings of the colonial era still standing. With for example the current church of Champasak which is located in the locality of Bane Phanom, on the right bank of the Mekong, just south of Wat Luang Khao, at the time when the road to go from Champasak to Wat Phou departs from the banks of the great river.

Lunch then in the afternoon, transfer to the pier to cross the Mekong to the island of Don Daeng for a bike ride or walk on the picturesque paths of the island of Don Daeng. Here, no car… you will be very far from everything for a retreat combining serenity, rest, hiking and cycling in the heart of a preserved countryside remained very authentic. Return by boat to enjoy the sunset on the river, a unique moment at the time of the aperitif, at your discretion!

 

Day 7 : Champasak– Return flight (B)

Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to Pakse airport for your return flight.

 

Price 2024:

From 870 € per pax for 4 pax

Discover the Park of Phong Nha

Discover the Park of Phong Nha

Discovering the Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park is opening the doors of a fabulous world, where nature reveals a power and an absolutely dazzling beauty. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, this millions-old geological sanctuary offers one of the most majestic karst landscapes in Vietnam: steep cliffs enveloped by jungle, mysterious underground rivers and gigantic caves sculpted by time.

At the heart of this spectacular setting, every moment becomes an adventure. When you glide on the calm waters of the river Son or when you cross the entrance of a monumental cave, you feel this rare sensation of being in front of an authentic, raw and preserved nature. At Senteurs du Vietnam, we have designed this experience to be much more than a simple visit: a deep sensory journey, mixing exploration, wonder and serenity.

Accompanied by our passionate team, you will have the opportunity to enter legendary caves, observe the most amazing limestone forms and let the natural magic of Phong Nha transform your day into an unforgettable memory. Here, the earth tells an ancient story, the light plays with the reliefs, and each step brings you closer to an unparalleled natural heritage.

Prepare yourself for a sensational getaway, where adventure blends with contemplation in an absolutely unique setting.

 

Schdule of the visit Phong Nha Park(1 day)

 

Our English-speaking tour guide will meet you at the hotel around 9 a.m. in Phong Nha or Dong Hoi to discover the caves of Phong Nha – Ke Bang Park.

Start by venturing into Paradise Cave that you will reach after a climb on foot on a path through the jungle (possibility to take an electric cart if you prefer). Descend through the immense cavity that forms its entrance and marvel at the vault of this cave that reveals its natural harmony in the form of its limestone stalactites.

After lunch, join the pier and board a boat to enjoy, a peaceful walk along the water when visiting Phong Nha Cave which is at the origin of the fame of this part of Vietnam. You will then discover the artistic side of nature that has carved the impressive geological formations of this cave over time.

 

Price 2025 – 2026:

2 pax: 2.700.000 VND / pax

3 pax: 2.200.000 VND / pax

4 pax 2.000.000 VND / pax

 

Paradize Cave

Nestled in the heart of Phong Nha – Ke Bàng National Park, the Cave of Paradise, or Thiên Đường Cave, is one of the most spectacular natural wonders of Vietnam. Discovered in 2005, this majestic cavity extends over 31 kilometers, making it one of the longest dry caves in Asia. From the first steps, the visitor quickly understands the origin of his name: the impression of entering a magical world, almost unreal.

The descent begins with a wooden staircase that slowly sinks into the depths of the karst massif. As the external light fades, an immense natural amphitheatre appears, illuminated by a discreet system that values its mineral architecture. Stalactites and stalagmites with astonishing shapes stand like giant sculptures, shaped by water and time over millions of years. Some formations evoke ancient columns, others recall delicately pleated stone curtains; all rival in size and elegance.

The wooden trail, perfectly laid out, allows you to walk about a kilometer of gallery open to the public. It runs along a tangle of dazzling limestone formations, sometimes golden, sometimes silver, creating a deeply serene atmosphere. The absolute silence, punctuated only by a few drops of water, reinforces the feeling of being in a natural sanctuary out of time.

The ceiling height sometimes reaches 80 meters, giving the impression of standing in a stone cathedral. The play of shadows and light highlights each relief, revealing details that the eye keeps rediscovering. It is a true work of geological art, a grandiose spectacle that captivates both nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts.

Phong Nha Cave

Considered one of the most iconic natural treasures of Vietnam, Phong Nha Cave is a geological wonder located in the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Phong Nha – Ke Bàng National Park. Accessible only by traditional boat, it offers a magical experience from the first minutes: the peaceful navigation on the turquoise waters of the river Son gradually reveals the dark and impressive entrance of the cave, like an open door to another world.

As soon as the boat enters the cavity, the external light fades to make way for a stunning underground universe. The limestone walls, carved by millions of years of erosion, form a succession of majestic galleries, sometimes more than 40 meters high. Spectacular stalactites and stalagmites appear along the way, sculpted by water like a natural work of art. Some formations evoke animals, mineral towers or elegant drapes, each relief telling a millennial story.

Phong Nha cave is crossed by an underground river more than 13 kilometers long, one of the most impressive in Asia. The boats slide silently through the galleries, creating a deeply serene, almost mystical atmosphere. In some places, visitors can disembark to explore a section of the cave on foot, taking a closer look at the dazzling mineral formations enhanced by soft and harmonious lighting.

This journey underground offers a striking contrast between the enveloping darkness, the freshness of the air and the dazzling beauty of the concretions. It is a total immersion in the entrails of the Vietnamese karst, an unforgettable experience where one feels the power of time and nature.