Day 1: Hanoi - The Charm of the Capital

Focus: Street photography, urban culture, and daily life.

7:00 AM: Pick up guests at the meeting point in Hanoi.

7:30 - 9:00 AM: Hoan Kiem Lake & The Old Quarter

Capture the sunrise over Hoan Kiem Lake, the iconic red The Huc Bridge, and the bustling streets of the Old Quarter.

Focus on street life: vendors, cyclo drivers, and the unique architecture of Hanoi.

9:00 - 9:30 AM: Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese coffee at a local café.

9:30 - 11:30 AM: Temple of Literature (Van Mieu - Quoc Tu Giam) Photograph the ancient architecture, tranquil gardens, and historical artifacts.

12:00 PM: Enjoy a Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant. Try dishes like pho, bun cha, or banh mi.

1:30 - 3:30 PM: Long Bien Bridge & Train Street

Capture the rustic charm of Long Bien Bridge, a symbol of Hanoi's history.Visit Train Street for unique shots of the narrow street with passing trains.

3:30 - 5:00 PM: West Lake & Tran Quoc Pagoda

Photograph the sunset over West Lake and the stunning Tran Quoc Pagoda, the oldest Buddhist temple in Hanoi.

6:00 PM: Dinner at a local restaurant with a mix of Vietnamese and international cuisine.

Stay overnight at a hotel in Hanoi.

Day 2: Ninh Binh - The Scenic Beauty

Focus: Landscape photography, nature, and cultural heritage.

7:00 AM: Depart for Ninh Binh (2-hour drive).

9:00 - 11:00 AM: Tam Coc - "Halong Bay on Land" Take a boat ride along the Ngo Dong River, surrounded by limestone karsts and rice fields.Capture the serene beauty of the landscape, local rowers using their feet to paddle, and the golden hues of the rice fields (seasonal)

12:00 PM: Enjoy a local lunch with specialties like goat meat, mountain rice, and crispy rice crust.

1:30 - 3:30 PM: Bich Dong Pagoda

Explore this ancient pagoda built into a limestone mountain. Capture the blend of nature and architecture.

3:30 - 5:00 PM: Mua Cave (Hang Mua)

Hike up to the top of Mua Cave for a panoramic view of Tam Coc and the surrounding countryside. Perfect for landscape photography.

5:30 PM: Depart for Hanoi.

7:30 PM: Arrive in Hanoi. Drop off guests at the meeting point or hotel.