About Vietnam Photo Tours

Founded in 2009 by Vietnamese photographer Tran Tuan Viet, Vietnam Photo Tours specializes in small-group Vietnam photography tours and photo workshops, guiding photographers to the country’s most breathtaking landscapes and authentic cultural moments.

At Vietnam Photo Tours, we excel in crafting exquisite, intimate photography expeditions for small groups and meticulously personalized private adventures, designed to resonate with your unique passions, photographic skill, and ideal timeline. Whether your heart yearns for the ethereal mists of the northern highlands, the breathtaking geometry of emerald rice terraces, the lively pulse of floating markets, the quiet dignity of remote ethnic villages, or the dramatic allure of coastal panoramas—we orchestrate the ultimate photographic quest just for you.

Our Tour Leader: Tran Tuan Viet

Tran Tuan Viet's portrait 2024

After graduating from the National University of Civil Engineering as an architect, Tran Tuan Viet began pursuing photography and visual storytelling in 2007. A decade later, since 2017, he has been widely recognized by media outlets as “the photographer who brings Vietnam’s beauty to the world” through his long-term photographic work capturing the country’s landscapes, culture, and people.

Viet has delivered exceptional photographic services to a diverse range of global clients, collaborating with renowned organizations including Apple Inc., Google Asia Pacific, Samsung Global, the Trump Organization, National Geographic, and Discovery. As a Canon Master and Ambassador, he maintains a distinguished reputation within the international photography community.

Over the years, he has also partnered with key Vietnamese government institutions such as the Ministry of Foreign Affairs; Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism; the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism; and tourism departments in Hanoi, Quang Binh, and Ho Chi Minh City. His work as a leading Vietnam photographer continues to contribute significantly to national tourism initiatives and global visual storytelling.

Vietnam Photo Tours Limited Liability Company
Business Registration License 0111276814 issued by the Hanoi Department of Planning and Investment
International Tour Operator License 01-3020/2025 granted by the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism
Office: 616 Tower B, 1 Nghiem Xuan Yem, Dinh Cong, Hanoi, Vietnam 100000
Phone / WhatsApp: 🇻🇳 +84 3866-33355
Email: contact@vietnamphototours.com

Vietnam Photo Tours LLC on Media

From national media to leading travel publications, our photography tours have been recognized for shaping meaningful photographic journeys across Vietnam.

Ministry of Culture, Sport & Tourism of Vietnam

Vietnam National Authority of Tourism

Vietnam.vn - Tourism Portal

Vietnam.Travel - English Portal of Vietnam Tourism

Culture Newspaper - Ministry of Culture, Sport & Tourism of Vietnam

Vietnam Travel Magazine - Vietnam Tourism Association

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Award-winning Vietnam Photo Tours

Inspired by Tran Tuan Viet’s internationally acclaimed, award-winning photography, we bring photographers from around the world to experience Vietnam through unique access, expert guidance, and carefully crafted itineraries.

National Geographic – Photo Community 2015

National Geographic – Photo Community 2015

National Geographic – Magazine Feature 2017 & Smithsonian – Photo Contest Winner 2018

National Geographic – Magazine Feature 2017 & Smithsonian – Photo Contest Winner 2018

National Geographic – Photo Community 2017

National Geographic – Photo Community 2017

National Geographic – Best of the Year 2018

National Geographic – Best of the Year 2018

National Geographic – Photo Community 2018

National Geographic – Photo Community 2018

Environmental Photographer of the Year – Award 2019

Environmental Photographer of the Year – Award 2019

Agora – Happy Awards 2020

Agora – Happy Awards 2020

Smithsonian – Photo Contest Winner 2021

Smithsonian – Photo Contest Winner 2021

Nature Photographer of the Year – Award 2022

Nature Photographer of the Year – Award 2022

Columbia University – Book Cover “Other Moons”

Columbia University – Book Cover “Other Moons”

Wikipedia – Picture of the Year 2023

Wikipedia – Picture of the Year 2023

Sony – World Photography Awards 2024

Sony – World Photography Awards 2024

What Photographers Say About Our Tours

Verified guest experiences. See why photographers from around the world have trusted our workshops.
Well-organized with great photography opportunities
Two amazing weeks in Vietnam with endless photo ops and incredible food. The whole tour was perfectly organized, and it was a blessing to connect with people who share the same passion for photography. I cannot wait to return to this amazing country.
— Craig P. · USA
Special attention provided
I cannot thank you enough, not only for this amazing photo tour but for the special attention you provided. It was a privilege to experience your guidance and kindness. I look forward to our next adventure together, my dear friend.
— Robert G. · Curacao
Vastly exceeded my expectations
A perfect balance of 5-star luxury and authentic culture. From landscape and street photography to masterful drone sessions, this itinerary offered iconic sites and hidden gems. I returned home with the best photography of my life.
— Mariano de M. · USA
Professional planning and attentive care
As non-photographers, we were apprehensive, but Viet’s attentive guidance ensured a very enjoyable week. We were highly impressed with the professional execution and the wonderful camaraderie of the group. Truly a beautiful trip.
— Tanju & Akif · Turkiye
A chance to capture the real Vietnam
Thank you for a great photography workshop. You kept us on track and set up amazing shoots that allowed us to taste the real Vietnam. Count me in for the next great adventure—perhaps a reunion tour to the south!
— Karen P. · USA

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