Vietnam Travel Agents

We just returned from a 12-day family trip to Vietnam planned through Realistic Asia/Kimkim, and it exceeded every expectation. From beginning to end, everything was seamless, thoughtfully organized, and executed flawlessly. The itinerary struck the perfect balance of culture, history, adventure, relaxation, luxury, and authentic local experiences. Every destination felt completely different from the energy of Hanoi, to the breathtaking landscapes of Ninh Binh, the serenity of Lan Ha Bay, the beaches of Da Nang, and the charm of Hoi An. We genuinely loved every single activity and never once felt like there was anything we would have changed.

One of the highlights was the people. We had two different drivers and three different tour guides throughout the trip. Each had a unique personality and guiding style, yet every one of them was warm, professional, incredibly knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about sharing Vietnam with us. They didn’t simply take us from place to place, they brought the country’s history, culture, traditions, and daily life to life in a way that made the trip incredibly meaningful.

The logistics were equally impressive. Every transfer, hotel check-in, activity, and timing was perfectly coordinated, allowing us to simply enjoy ourselves without ever worrying about the details. Traveling with children can sometimes add complexity, but everything was handled with such care that the trip felt effortless.

The person who truly made this experience exceptional, however, was Hien. From the very beginning of the planning process, throughout our travels, and even after we returned home, Hien was nothing short of extraordinary. She was unbelievably responsive, proactive, thoughtful, and always one step ahead of any question or need we had. It genuinely felt like having a trusted friend in Vietnam available whenever we needed assistance. That level of service is incredibly rare and is one of the biggest reasons this trip was so enjoyable.

We’ve traveled extensively around the world, and this was one of the best organized trips we’ve ever taken. We would recommend Realistic Asia, Kimkim, and especially Hien without hesitation to anyone considering Vietnam or Southeast Asia. We will absolutely be using Hien and KimKim again for future travels, and we couldn’t be more grateful for such a memorable experience. Five stars simply doesn’t feel like enough!

Hotel Reviews

The Oriental Jade Hotel

Hanoi

Authenticity & Character

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Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Jiva Hoa Lu Retreat

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Orchid Classic Cruise

Hai Phong

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Intercontinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Most design forward and architecturally magical hotel we have ever stayed in!

Moire Hoi An, Vignette Collection

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Activity Reviews

Hanoi Exploration & Vietnamese Coffee Tasting

Hanoi

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Tam Coc Secret Landscape by E Bike

Ninh Binh

Quality of Experience

Food

Our favorite meal of the trip!

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Lantern Making & Thanh Dong Organic Farm ( HUT)

Hoi An

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

VIP Fast Track Service (including visa application)

Vietnam

Quality of Experience

This was so awesome after an incredibly long day of travel!

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Exploring Hoa Lu - Tam Coc - Mua Cave

Vietnam

Quality of Experience

Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

My son and I just returned home from our trip to Vietnam, planned by Hien at KimKim. She could not have done a better job for us! She listened to our interests and crafted experiences that were a perfect fit for us. We only had a week ( could have stayed so much longer- love Vietnam!) and had a lot we wanted to see and do and she made it happen with great guides and experiences. Our guides and drivers were always on time and were so knowledgeable. This trip would not have been possible without Hien and her team's expertise.

Ashley did an incredible job. I would highly recommend her.

Activity Review

Tropikal Trekking & Jumbo Wash by Mason Adventure (Updated by Maison Adventure)

Bali

Well worth the trip. I would highly recommend.

Quality of Experience

Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Trang was great in helping plan our family vacation. She was very responsive with communication and provided excellent recommendations. I also appreciated her checking in during the trip and assisting with any changes that needed to be made.

Hotel Reviews

Allegro Hoian

Excellent service from all staff!

Authenticity & Character

Location

Walkable to the old town.

Staff

Staff provided great recommendations for restaurants around the city.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Anatole Hotel Hanoi

Very friendly service! Excellent breakfast buffet!

Authenticity & Character

Location

Walkable around the city. Convenience store right across the street.

Staff

Very helpful and friendly.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Indochine Premium Cruise

Great food! Friendly staff! Well organized activities.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Great views of Ha Long Bay.

Staff

Very helpful and friendly

Cleanliness & Comfort

Furama Resort Danang

Wow! Excellent service, rooms, and food! Private beach access too!

Authenticity & Character

Location

Across the street from convenience stores.

Staff

Excellent service

Cleanliness & Comfort

Hotel Nikko Saigon

The best hotel in Saigon! Excellent service! Located adjacent to the mall.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Located adjacent to the mall. Walkable to many stores.

Staff

Very helpful and accommodating.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Activity Reviews

Morning Free - Afternoon Half-Day City by Legendary Russian Jeep GAZ69 Or USA Army Jeep (VBTJ1)

Hanoi

Fun and informative tour with Dang and Donald. Learned a lot about the history of Hanoi and tried some street food!

Quality of Experience

Covers a lot of ground in a short time.

Food

Restaurant was clean and food was tasty.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Dang and Donald were great guides that made the experience fun for my kids.

Transport

Open air Russian jeep was a fun way to see the city.

Hanoi - Halong Bay, Overnight on Cruise

Vietnam

Quick overnight cruise that was full of well organized activities.

Quality of Experience

Food

All you can eat breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Staff was very helpful and friendly.

Transport

Drop off and pick up right at the boat.

Halong Bay - Hanoi - Fly to Danang, Transfer to Hoi An

Vietnam

Drop off and pick up was on time and guides were helpful with check in process.

Quality of Experience

Seamless transfer to airport and hotel.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Guides were helpful with the check in process.

Transport