Join our Central Vietnam Highlands photography tour and explore the land of coffee growers during the vibrant harvest season. Starting in Buon Ma Thuot, we’ll capture the energy of bustling coffee factories, the beauty of rice and coffee harvests, and the daily life of ethnic minority villages around Lak Lake. This Vietnam photo tour offers authentic portraits, cultural encounters, and unique landscapes far off the tourist trail.
November 16 - 21, 2026
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Discover the coffee kingdom of Vietnam: coffee factories, harvests & highland landscapes
Photograph ethnic minority villages around Lak Lake in remote central highlands
Capture people, landscapes & culture in both busy factories and quiet villages
Explore the untold beauty of coffee and rice harvesting seasons
Travel off the beaten path: far from tourist crowds and in authentic settings
Savor local food & culture while shooting in dramatic highland light
TOUR DETAILS
Duration: 5 days
Starting In: Buon Ma Thuot
Ending In: Buon Ma Thuot
Participants: 6
Includes: All hotels, meals and transportation
Excludes: International flight, Visa, Insurance
DATES & TOUR LEADERS
November 16 - 21, 2026
Tour led by: Etienne Bossot
Single Supplement Included
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Day 1 – Arrival in Buon Ma Thuot
Fly into Buon Ma Thuot where your driver will meet you at the airport. After settling in, we’ll gather for a welcome dinner, the perfect chance to meet fellow participants and discuss the exciting journey ahead.
Day 2 – Coffee Factories & Ethnic Villages
We begin with a deep dive into the heart of Vietnam’s coffee culture, photographing bustling coffee factories. In the afternoon, we’ll explore ethnic villages around Lak Lake, capturing daily life and unique traditions.
Day 3 – Lak Lake Sunrise & Village Life
At sunrise, we’ll photograph fishermen and reflections on Lak Lake before moving into nearby villages and coffee factories. The afternoon takes us into the fields, meeting farmers and documenting authentic rural life.
Day 4 – Fields, Villages & Photo Review
We’ll spend the morning immersed in more village and harvest scenes before returning for an in-depth photo review and Lightroom tutorial. A great chance to refine skills and improve your storytelling approach.
Day 5 – Return to Buon Ma Thuot
On our way back to Buon Ma Thuot, we’ll make stops along the road for final photo opportunities, capturing last glimpses of highland life before the tour concludes. Airport drop-offs will be arranged for all participants.
Testimonials
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"THE best tour Ive ever been on. Etienne has an energy, joy and passion for Vietnam that matches mine. He is a fabulous tour leader who held the group impeccably. We had fun, we played, we laughed, and we also did some seriously good photography. He took us to paces we would not go to by ourselves, and helped us to feel safe and comfortable, whilst still maintaining a sense of awe and excitement. This is absolutely a highly recommended company to do tours with by me. Can not fault it in any way,"
Anna - Australia
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"This is my third dedicated photography trip but my first with Pics of Asia and Etienne Bossot. So with that reference point I was thrilled to finally discover a photographer who is passionate about teaching and sharing his creative skills with enthusiasm and good humor. Traveling with Pics of Asia to Bangladesh was a wonderful experience and I am already looking forward to booking my next trip with Etienne."
Melissa - Australia
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"Absolutely enjoyed my time with Etienne as we explored Central Vietnam and Hoi An. Apart from providing great photography tips and encouraging us to step out of our photography comfort zones, the experience was amazing, as we tasted local delicacies and visited places that are off the beaten path and where you can go when you speak Vietnamese. I also made a lot of friends in the short intense week of workshops. In short, I highly recommend the tour with Etienne."
Wei - Singapore
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"Pics of Asia is THE place to learn and progress in photography in Asia. Etienne and the other co-leaders are great photographers, skilled and very very very fun to hang with! This is why many photographers come multiple times to do most of the different countries proposed by Pics of Asia because they like it so much. I myself did few in Vietnam and they were a blast, as well as Iran which was mind-blowing. If you want to visit tourist free places in Asia, interact with the locals and take true travel and people photographies, this is the place to be!"
Adrien - France
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“Pics of Asia tours are like crack cocaine – in a good way! They’re amazing fun, you feel high during them and completely wrecked afterward. Oh, and they’re more than a bit addictive. Etienne and the other tutors will share their wisdom and take you to unbelievable locations – but getting that final shot is entirely up to you. Everything is completely real. If you want staged pictures, these are not the tours for you!”
Andy - UK
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Join the Vietnam Coffee Factories Photography Tour
TOUR SUMMARY
Location: Lak Lake
Dates: Nov 016 - 21, 2026
Starting in: Buon Ma Thuot
Ending in: Buon Ma Thuot
Price: USD 1850
How to book?
Simply fill the form below, and we will get back in touch with you with more details. Upon confirmation, we will need a 50% deposit to reserve your spot, with final payment being due 45 days before departure.