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World in Focus: Vietnam

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Vietnam

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About the Expedition

Vietnam beckons with towering peaks, emerald-green paddies, fantastic street food, and warm locals. Join Nikon and AFAR professional photographers Joey Terrill and Charissa Fay for an epic small-group expedition that features hands-on photography mentoring and access to the latest Nikon equipment.


The expedition begins in Hanoi, a colonial city of shaded boulevards, parks, and lakes. We’ll embark on a tour of the largest covered market, Dong Xuan, getting to know the unique food culture like a local. Then take in Hanoi's cultural delights, capturing traditional and modern architecture, lively street scenes, and museums before embarking on an overnight train journey. We'll wake up to the lush valleys and majestic mountains of Sapa in the north. The photo-ops here include rice terraces, bamboo forests, local villages, and the colorful Can Cau Market. Next we move to secluded Halong Bay, flecked with sandstone islands and caves. You'll spend the night on a boat on the bay, waking up to capture the breathtaking sunrise views. A short flight brings us south to Hoi An to visit the sacred Hindu temples of My Son Sanctuary, take in the charms of the Mekong Delta, and experience a local homestay.  The expedition ends in Ho Chi Minh City with a rooftop toast at sunset.

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This 10-day, 9-night expedition covers Vietnam's most scenic areas, from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City. The diverse and exciting photography opportunities include action-packed cityscapes, rustic landscapes, food, and people. Please note that all times are approximate. Itinerary details are subject to change.

Day 1 - January 3
Hanoi 

3:30 pm: Group welcome and meet-and-greet in the lobby of The Ann Hotel 

4:45 pm: Meet with your local guide for Hanoi Street Food Adventure

5:00 pm: Hanoi Street Food Adventure

Day 2 - January 4
Hanoi

8:00 am: Breakfast

9:00 am: Visit Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum

11:30 am: Visit the Literature Temple

12:30 pm: Lunch at a local Bun Cha 

2:00 pm: Free time in the Old Quarter with photographers

4:00 pm: Visit a coffee shop near Saint-Joseph Cathedral

5:15 pm: Hoan Kiem Lake for sunset capture

7:00 pm: Dinner and sleeper train to Lao Cai

Day 3 - January 5 
Sapa

6:20 am: Arrive at Lao Cai railway station for transfer to Sapa

7:00 am: Arrive in Sapa; check in to Sapa Legend Hotel & Spa 

9:00 am: Breakfast 

9:30 am – 4:30 pm: Trek through the Phin path

5:00 pm: Free evening to explore

 

Day 4 - January 6

Sapa & Can Cau Market

7:00 am: Breakfast

8:15 am: Leave for Can Cau

11:30 am: Wander in the market of Can Cau 

2:30 pm: Free time with the photographers to explore Can Cau and Lao Cai

5:30 pm: Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant at the center of Si Ma Cai district

9:00 pm: Depart on the overnight train to Hanoi

Day 5 - January 7
Halong Bay

5:22 am: Arrive at the Hanoi Railway Station and transfer directly to the hotel to freshen up. 

8:00 am: Depart for Halong Bay

12:30 pm: Embark on a private evening cruise


Day 6 - January 8

Da Nang & Hoi An 

5:30 am: Capture the sunrise on the deck of the boat

11:00 am: Arrive in Hanoi

4:30 pm: Depart for Noi Bai airport to catch your flight to Danang

9:00 pm: Transfer from Danang Airport to Hoi An; check in to hotel

Day 7 - January 9

Hoi An

5:00 am: Visit My Son Sanctuary

9:00 am: Return to Hoi An and explore the Old Quarter 

10:00 am: Free time with the photographers to explore

5:00 pm: Hoi An Street Food Adventure

Day 8 - January 10

Can Tho & Mekong Delta

7:30 am: Breakfast 

9:00 am: Leave Hoi An 

12:05 pm: Flight to Can Tho

1:35 pm: Arrive at Can Tho Airport; transfer to hotel with lunch at a local restaurant

4:00 pm: Free time with photographers to explore 

Day 9 - January 11
Saigon

5:00 am:  Take a boat to Phong Dien and cruise to Cai Rang floating market

11:00 am: Travel to Ho Chi Minh City stopping by Vinh Trang pagoda, a typical local pagoda

5:30 pm: Enjoy a panoramic view sunset over Ho Chi Minh City

Day 10 - January 12

Ho Chi Minh

9:00 am: Farewell breakfast

12:00 pm: Check out

12:30 pm: Depart for the airport

Pricing Details

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Land-Only Expedition Cost: $2,190 per person. Includes six nights’ hotel accommodations (based on double occupancy), one overnight on a boat, two overnight train rides, breakfast daily with the exception of one day, seven group lunches, four group dinners, English-speaking guides, private vehicle transportation, formal and informal photography instruction, and group review sessions. Does not include international airfare, insurance, entry visa (if needed), gratuities and optional excursions. Single occupancy hotel options available for an additional cost. Please note that travel insurance is required for all World in Focus expeditions.

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Meet Our Photographers

Travel alongside these Nikon and AFAR professional photographers and get one-on-one mentorship, instruction, and tips to hone your travel photography skills.

Vietnam beckons with towering peaks, emerald-green paddies, fantastic street food, and warm locals. Join Nikon and AFAR professional photographers Joey Terrill and Charissa Fay for an epic small-group expedition that features hands-on photography mentoring and access to the latest Nikon equipment.


The expedition begins in Hanoi, a colonial city of shaded boulevards, parks, and lakes. We’ll embark on a tour of the largest covered market, Dong Xuan, getting to know the unique food culture like a local. Then take in Hanoi's cultural delights, capturing traditional and modern architecture, lively street scenes, and museums before embarking on an overnight train journey. We'll wake up to the lush valleys and majestic mountains of Sapa in the north. The photo-ops here include rice terraces, bamboo forests, local villages, and the colorful Can Cau Market. Next we move to secluded Halong Bay, flecked with sandstone islands and caves. You'll spend the night on a boat on the bay, waking up to capture the breathtaking sunrise views. A short flight brings us south to Hoi An to visit the sacred Hindu temples of My Son Sanctuary, take in the charms of the Mekong Delta, and experience a local homestay.  The expedition ends in Ho Chi Minh City with a rooftop toast at sunset.

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Joey Terrill

Joey Terrill began his career as a photographer for the Los Angeles Times before moving on to magazine and advertising photography for clients that include American Express, Coca-Cola, Disney, Golf Digest, Major League Baseball, Red Bull and Sports Illustrated. 


“Every project I work on gives me the opportunity to meet amazing people, learn something new, and create a souvenir of the experience in the process. My camera is the window through which I experience life .”


He regularly teaches at workshops and speaks at seminars around the world, and is proud to be a Nikon Ambassador.

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Charissa Fay

Charissa Fay is a travel, food, and lifestyle photographer based in New York City. Her work has previously been published in AFAR, Food & Wine, Wall Street Journal, Bon Appétit, and other publications. She recently shot her first book, "The New Paris" and has also collaborated on photography projects for notable brands such as Leading Hotels of the World, Four Seasons, Park Hyatt, Barneys New York, Land Rover, Viking River Cruises, and South Africa Tourism.

Nikon Equipment

As part of this expedition, you'll get access to some of the latest Nikon equipment and gear. Below is an example of some of the equipment that will be available on this trip. Stay tuned for more updates!

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Vietnam beckons with towering peaks, emerald-green paddies, fantastic street food, and warm locals. Join Nikon and AFAR professional photographers Joey Terrill and Charissa Fay for an epic small-group expedition that features hands-on photography mentoring and access to the latest Nikon equipment.


The expedition begins in Hanoi, a colonial city of shaded boulevards, parks, and lakes. We’ll embark on a tour of the largest covered market, Dong Xuan, getting to know the unique food culture like a local. Then take in Hanoi's cultural delights, capturing traditional and modern architecture, lively street scenes, and museums before embarking on an overnight train journey. We'll wake up to the lush valleys and majestic mountains of Sapa in the north. The photo-ops here include rice terraces, bamboo forests, local villages, and the colorful Can Cau Market. Next we move to secluded Halong Bay, flecked with sandstone islands and caves. You'll spend the night on a boat on the bay, waking up to capture the breathtaking sunrise views. A short flight brings us south to Hoi An to visit the sacred Hindu temples of My Son Sanctuary, take in the charms of the Mekong Delta, and experience a local homestay.  The expedition ends in Ho Chi Minh City with a rooftop toast at sunset.

Nikon D7500 Camera

The Nikon D7500 is built for maximum performance with top tier image quality, blazing speed, flawless autofocus, 4K Ultra HD video and pro-grade creative tools—all in a comfortable, rugged design. 

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AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3G ED VR LENS

This lens offers an expansive 16.7x zoom range and Nikon's VR image stabilization for blur-free handheld shooting. Capture everything, from wide-angle vistas and family portraits to telephoto close-ups.

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AF-P DX NIKKOR 10-20mm f/4.5-5.6G VR Lens

To truly capture the sense of place, you need a lens wide enough for the scene. This ultra-wide-angle zoom lens is ideal for sprawling landscapes and cityscapes, architecture, interiors, or group photos.

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