Travel is my greatest source of inspiration. Growing up in a challenging mountainous region, I've always dreamt of exploring the untouched beauty of nature, immersing myself in rich local cultures, and savoring the unique flavors of different places. I've saved money from part-time jobs to fund my travels, and each journey has left me with unforgettable experiences and valuable life lessons, especially from the people I've met and the places I've visited. In essence, for me, travel represents freedom, happiness, and the essence of an ideal life. Without it, life would lose its flavor and enthusiasm, leaving behind a bland and uninspiring existence.
I want you to also have the opportunity to experience the happiness and excitement of exploring the most captivating destinations in my homeland, and that's why I'm here to accompany you on your journey.
Welcome to Vietnam, welcome to Indochina, and welcome to these fantastic destinations.
What places and activities do you specialize in?
"We specialise in creating tours for Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, and Myanmar. Regardless of your preferred travel style, we excel in providing exceptional experiences. Whether you're interested in classic and cultural tours, honeymoon tours, off-the-beaten-path tours, food tours, adventure tours, luxurious getaways, or specialised MICE tours, we have them all covered."
How did you get involved in travel?
"After a wonderful trip to Ninh Binh with my best friend, I was inspired to help tourists, especially foreigners, when they visit my country. During a boat trip in Tam Coc, we met two foreigners who were exploring Vietnam on their own. They shared that they faced some challenges such as getting lost, language barriers, and hotels that weren't so great because they didn't have much information about the location. So, I gave them advice on the best places to go, good restaurants and hotels. It was a random encounter but by the end of the trip, they were truly grateful. They even gave me a special gift and we've kept in touch ever since. This experience sparked my passion to become a Travel Expert, with the hope that every traveller enjoys a wonderful and hassle-free experience during their explorations."
Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.
"For a wanderer like me, choosing the most unforgettable travel moments isn't easy. But when I think about it, my mind immediately goes back to my journey exploring Thanh Hoa province, right in the heart of Vietnam. It was a month-long visit to my friend's hometown, where I received an incredibly warm welcome from their family and the local community. Even though the village faced some tough conditions, the locals shared their hospitality and introduced me to unique dishes like "củ ấu," a local delicacy. They also guided me to untouched and secluded spots like Bai Dong Beach, which was a hidden paradise.
What struck me most was the genuine sincerity and warmth of the people, even in the face of life's challenges. Living like a local and immersing myself in their daily routines provided me with a deep understanding of their way of life. It was an eye-opening experience that I'll always cherish.
Without that trip, I wouldn't have discovered these serene places, tasted the incredible cuisine, or met such resilient and inspiring people. I'm incredibly grateful for these priceless experiences that have enriched my life in so many ways.
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Doris's favorite itineraries and travel advice
Top itineraries and travel advice
Family itineraries
Luxury itineraries
Recent trip reviews for Doris
Doris is an excellent in-country guide for Vietnam
Vietnam
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Mar 18 - Apr 2, 2026
haddon c.
Dallas, TX
| Reviewed on Apr 09, 2026
We started working with Doris over a year before our trip and had to postpone until March 2026 due to family illness. Doris told us no-problem and picked up our trip planning as soon as we were able to travel - and she did a FANTASTIC job for us! Our trip was very active with many different cities, flights, hotels, and activities - everything was flawlessly organized. Using an in-country expert makes a huge difference as we wouldn't have had the expertise or contacts to organize the trip. Our...
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We started working with Doris over a year before our trip and had to postpone until March 2026 due to family illness. Doris told us no-problem and picked up our trip planning as soon as we were able to travel - and she did a FANTASTIC job for us! Our trip was very active with many different cities, flights, hotels, and activities - everything was flawlessly organized. Using an in-country expert makes a huge difference as we wouldn't have had the expertise or contacts to organize the trip. Our hotels, while not chain's known to us were all very nice - much cleaner and more luxurious than an average US Marriottt. The food was equally high quality and the service outstanding - warm and welcoming. Our tour guides - 3 of them during the trip - were all knowledgeable and eager to assist us and to showcase their home region. Transportation was easy with a dedicated driver in clean and safe vehicles always available to maneuver chaotic streets carefully and calmly. It's really nice to come off a 14-hour flight and have someone with a sign waiting for you to help with your bags and take you to your hotel! Overall, I can't say enough good things about Doris and about KimKim. I highly recommend both!
Hotel Reviews
Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel
Hanoi
Cool hotel in a chaotic part of Hanoi. Near train street. Very clean with great service and food.
Emperor Cruises Halong
Ha Long Bay
very nice room. we would have liked to "cruise" more as we were mostly anchored in the bay but overall enjoyed it very much. Food and service were excellent.
Pilgrimage Village Hue
Hue
Clean beautiful rooms in a resort environment. Pool area was quite busy but overall experience was very nice.
La Siesta Hoi An Resort & Spa
Very nice rooms and good location. Close enough to walk into town but not right in the middle of the madness.
Local specialist: Doris Bui
Our Vietnam & Cambodia Adventure
Vietnam
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Mar 4 - Mar 31, 2026
Carolynn O.
Canada
| Reviewed on Apr 07, 2026
Doris planned a 28 day itinerary for our trip to Vietnam & Cambodia. We started in Hanoi & made our way to Mai Chau, Ninh Binh, Halong Bay, Hoi An, Ho Chi Minh, Can Tho, Siem Reap Cambodia & ended the trip with a relaxing stay at a beautiful quiet resort on Phu Quoc. The vintage motorcycle tour with Ben & his brother was the highlight in Hanoi. So much fun & we really gained insight into the local life & culture. We loved the beauty of Mai Chau & bicycling through the villages & rice...
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Doris planned a 28 day itinerary for our trip to Vietnam & Cambodia. We started in Hanoi & made our way to Mai Chau, Ninh Binh, Halong Bay, Hoi An, Ho Chi Minh, Can Tho, Siem Reap Cambodia & ended the trip with a relaxing stay at a beautiful quiet resort on Phu Quoc. The vintage motorcycle tour with Ben & his brother was the highlight in Hanoi. So much fun & we really gained insight into the local life & culture. We loved the beauty of Mai Chau & bicycling through the villages & rice fields. Trung took us to some local “home stays” for some meals which we really enjoyed. Ninh Binh was amazing. We really enjoyed the boat ride & karst waterscape and was interesting to see the women using their feet to paddle the boat!
Lan Ha Bay overnight cruise was wonderful!
Hoi An is a must visit. We really enjoyed the charming ancient town although it was very busy!
A highlight in Ho Chi Min City was the XO Saigon by Night Motorcycle Tour!
Our guide Kim toured us through the Mekong Delta where we visited a floating market.
We only had 3 days in Cambodia but visiting the Angkor Wat Temples & Tonle Sap lake & floating village was well worth it. Spending our last week at the Green Bay Resort on Phu Quoc was a perfect way to relax at the end of our trip.
Doris was very detailed in her planning & everything was taken care of for us. All of the guides & drivers were excellent.
We were happy with all of the excursions and hotels used on our trip. We feel we had a fun, interesting and authentic experience in a Vietnam & Cambodia & highly recommend Doris to plan your next adventure!
The people of Vietnam & Cambodia were very friendly & welcoming & we felt very safe during our whole trip to explore around on our own.
Hotel Reviews
Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel
Hanoi
Cleanliness & Comfort
Everything was clean but the soaps used were very strong scented which can be uncomfortable for people with sensitivity to strong scents. Extra pillows would be appreciated.
Excellent location, beautiful rooms right on the river but loud music from late night bars could make sleep difficult.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very loud music until around 1 am for 2 of our 3 nite stay from bars across the street.
Indochine Lan Ha Cruise
Hai Phong
Executive suite was amazing!
Staff
Very friendly staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Bath soap or salts would be nice. Food quality could be improved. Less oil used in omelet preparation.
Bel Marina Hoi An Resort
Hoian
Metta Residence & Spa
Krung Siem Reap Siem Reap
Beautiful oasis close to Siem Reap. Nice pool & good restaurant on site. Amazing staff!
Staff
Staff introduced us by name & asked about our day.
The Myst Dong Khoi
Ho Chi Minh City
Green Bay Resort Phu Quoc
Peaceful beautiful resort with comfortable seating in restaurants and beach.
Activity Reviews
Ninh Binh - Bai Dinh Pagoda - Mua Cave
Ninh Binh
Really enjoyed the hike to the top & the cave was really interesting to visit.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Siem Reap - Fly to Ho Chi Minh
Siem Reap
Hiking in Mai Chau, Explore local villages (Xom Kha, Ban Te and Na Meo)
Mai Chau
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Half-day Hanoi Sightseeing by Vintage Motorcycle and Half-day Countryside by GAZ69/USA Jeep (VBTFD)
Hanoi
Fun and authentic. Ben showed us what local life is like. Enjoyed seeing the countryside, the markets and met someone very special at the end.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Hoi An Countryside - Lantern Making - Gardening & Basket Boat Ride (HUT19)
Hoi An
Food
Enjoyed the food at lunch but was a bit too oily for our tastes.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Sai Gon Sightseeing - XO Saigon by Night - Experience Vietnam on Two Wheels (Group tour)
Ho Chi Minh City
So exciting & a very fun and attentive group of ladies. Felt very safe & was able to see more of Saigon this way. Enjoyed the local home visit. Dinner was fantastic as well. Highly recommend!
Food
Enjoyed the dinner in China Town
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Excellent motorcycle drivers
Transport
Comfortable bikes
Hanoi - Mai Chau, Explore Valley of White Thai People
Vietnam
Enjoyed bicycling through the rice fields & villages. Great hike through the jungle with picnic lunch.
Food
The fish in the bamboo was excellent. Enjoyed going to a home stay for dinner.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Mai Chau - Ninh Binh - Hoa Lu, Ancient Capital - Tam Coc Boat Trip
Vietnam
The ladies operating the paddle boats with their feet are awesome! Beautiful karst landscape!
Food
Had a good experience at the Tam Coc restaurants.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Free Day in Ninh Binh
Ninh Binh
Enjoyed walking around the riverbank area and bicycle riding through the cottage area. Lots of coffee shops.
Siem Reap: Banteay Srei - Pre Rup - Tonle Sap Lake
Siem Reap
Very interesting to see how the people live along the lake & deal with the rainy & dry season.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Ninh Binh - Lan Ha Bay, Overnight on Indochine Lan Ha Cruise
Vietnam
The suite on the boat had a lot of character & nice to have small deck.
Food
Quality could improve. Food not hot enough in the buffet. Used a lot of oil making omelets.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Lan Ha Bay - Hanoi- Flight to Danang - Hoi An
Vietnam
Visit Hoi An Ancient Town
Hoi An
Enjoyed this beautiful ancient town, all the shops & even had some clothes made overnite.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Hoi An - Da Nang Airport - Fly to Siem Reap
Hoi An
Siem Reap: Angkor Thom - Ta Prohm - Angkor Wat
Siem Reap
Enjoyed the sunset tour of Angkor Wat
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Ho Chi Minh City - Ben Tre, Coconut Paradise - Can Tho
Vietnam
Enjoyed the boat ride on the Mekong Delta & the floating market
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Phu Quoc - Fly to Ho Chi Minh City (No tour guide)
Vietnam
Airport was very crowded & disorganized
Phu Quoc island free day
Phu Quoc
Ho Chi Minh City - Ben Tre - Transfer to Can Tho
Vietnam
Can Tho - Cai Rang Floating Market - Biking to Explore Local Villages and Orchards
Can Tho
Can Tho - Transfer to Ho Chi Minh airport - Flight to Phu Quoc
Can Tho
Local specialist: Doris Bui
SE Asia booked with Doris of KimKim
Vietnam
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Feb 28 - Mar 18, 2026
Dawn Denice R.
Portland, OR
| Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026
Doris was quick, efficient, and friendly in all our interactions in planning and executing our trip to SE Asia. When there were changes during the trip, she was very accommodating and continued to be available to us as needed. Doris was quick in responding to our quesitons. The accommodations were lovely and the tour beat all our expectations. I would book with KimKim again and if Doris was our agent, it would make us happy.
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Doris was quick, efficient, and friendly in all our interactions in planning and executing our trip to SE Asia. When there were changes during the trip, she was very accommodating and continued to be available to us as needed. Doris was quick in responding to our quesitons. The accommodations were lovely and the tour beat all our expectations. I would book with KimKim again and if Doris was our agent, it would make us happy.
Activity Review
Bangkok - Railway market - Floating market
Bangkok
This was unique for us and we thoroughly enjoyed the experience. I had reduced mobility and it was no trouble having help getting in and out of the boat. We highly recommend putting this on everyone's list.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Very alert to shoppers' needs and directed the boat to the wants of the travelers
Local specialist: Doris Bui
Doris was easy to coordinate with, very respo...
Vietnam
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Feb 28 - Mar 18, 2026
Janet P.
Portland, OR
| Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026
Doris was easy to coordinate with, very responsive to our changes to the trip before and even during our vacation.
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Doris was easy to coordinate with, very responsive to our changes to the trip before and even during our vacation.
Hotel Reviews
Hotel was wonderful. Rooms were very clean, breakfast was amazing, staff were very helpful.
Location
Close to many great restaurants
Metta Residence & Spa
Krung Siem Reap Siem Reap
great location, away from the city but very easy to get into the city whenever you want
Local specialist: Doris Bui
Our guides in each of the locations were frie...
Vietnam
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Feb 28 - Mar 18, 2026
Sam P.
Portland, OR
| Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026
Our guides in each of the locations were friendly, knowledgeable and communicated well. The van drivers were all very good at navigating the tricky traffic. We have traveled in East Asia, Europe, North, Central and South America and this is the first time we have used a travel service like Kim Kim. Kim Kim handled all of the logistics of hotels, traveling from sight to sight and city to city, very well. It was low stress compared to handling all of it by ourselves.
We had one person in...
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Our guides in each of the locations were friendly, knowledgeable and communicated well. The van drivers were all very good at navigating the tricky traffic. We have traveled in East Asia, Europe, North, Central and South America and this is the first time we have used a travel service like Kim Kim. Kim Kim handled all of the logistics of hotels, traveling from sight to sight and city to city, very well. It was low stress compared to handling all of it by ourselves.
We had one person in our group with mobility issues and all of our guides did a good helping this individual and keeping us on point with our tour.
Bangkok - Hotel - Very nice with a great location close to the river and sights.
Guide and driver - Mr Oakky was pleasant, spoke good English and unassuming.
Methavalia Sorndaeng restaurant was a very nice surprise.
Best stop - Wat Arun or Grand Royal Palace.
Siem Reap - Hotel - Metta- Nice Hotel with a quick TukTuk ride into the city.
Guide -Peuro, Driver-Tom Both did great.
Favorite stop. Loved them all. Ta Prohm Temple was amazing and Angkor Wat did not disappoint.
Ho Chi Minh
Hotel- Eden Star -
Guide - Happiness - Took extra steps and friendliest guide. He took pictures and short video clips and sent us video of the highlights with music. Added extras of the engraved straw on the Lan Thanh Cruise and engraved chop sticks at Xom Nho were appreciated.
Dong Hoi to Hoi An
Various Hotels
Guide - An, Driver Mr E
An did a great job for us going through the paradise cave and the DMZ.
Hanoi
Hotel -Delicacy - Least impressive but a good location.
Hotel - Paradise Grand Cruise - Best accommodations.
Guide - Huy(Wee) Did. Great job the first allowing us to see the Hanoi Hilton and the railroad market which were not included in our tour. Very friendly and spoke great English. He had a family emergency which he had to attend to. Our Driver Hung did above what was expected taking us to our cruise and back without a guide.
Hotel Reviews
Eden Star Hotel & Spa
Ho Chi Minh City
Location
Enjoy the beach. Only place with a beach
Metta Residence & Spa
Krung Siem Reap Siem Reap
Location
Outside of the city but an easy TukTuk ride into the city
MK Premier Boutique hotel
Hanoi
In two rooms in this hotel. Room 803 smelled musty and had some water damage on the outside wall. Good Air conditioner.
The second room 502 the safe was not working.
Friendly staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Water damage and musty smell in room 803 and safe did not work in 502.
Hoi An Delicacy Hotel & Spa
Hoi An
Thanh Lich Royal Boutique Hotel
Activity Reviews
Bangkok City tour (B)
Bangkok
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Bangkok - Railway market - Floating market
Bangkok
Food
The pancakes and spring rolls were good.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Bangkok - Fly to Siem Reap, Cambodia
Siem Reap
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Siem Reap: Banteay Srei - Pre Rup - Tonle Sap Lake
Siem Reap
Banteay Srei - Pre Rup was amazing. Since it was not the raining season, Tonle Sap Lake was low and we couldn't appreciate the area as much as expected. The stilted houses were interesting but didn't see wildlife or the floating village.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Siem Reap: Angkor Thom - Ta Prohm - Angkor Wat
Siem Reap
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Siem Reap - Fly to Ho Chi Minh - Ho Chi Minh half-day city tour
Ho Chi Minh City
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Happiness was great
Ho Chi Minh City - Mekong Delta, Explore Ben Tre - Ho Chi Minh City
Vietnam
Hanoi - Halong Bay, Overnight on Cruise
Vietnam
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Ho Chi Minh - Fly to Dong Hoi - Phong Nha Cave - Paradise Cave
Vietnam
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Dong Hoi - Hien Luong Bridge - Quang Tri Citadel - Hue
Vietnam
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Halong Bay - Hanoi
Vietnam
We would like 2 nights here
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Hue: Thuy Bieu Ecovillage, Cooking Class & Imperial Citadel
Hue
Hoi An - Cam Thanh Coconut Village - Hoian Ancient Town
Hoi An
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Hue, Visit Tomb of Emperor Tu Duc - Hoi An
Vietnam
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Hoi An - Da Nang Airport - Fly to Hanoi
Vietnam
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Wee and Hung were great this day
Hanoi city sightseeing
Hanoi
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Doris Bui
Chiamg Mai and Laos
Laos
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Mar 5 - Mar 17, 2026
Chuck W.
Palo Alto, CA
| Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026
My trip to Chiang Mai and Laos went exactly as planned by Doris! Someone was waiting for me as I arrived in Chiang Mai, Luang Prabang, Paske, and Vientiane. All of my guides were courteous, spoke clear English, were knowledgeable, and friendly. My drivers all drove very safely in clean, well maintained vehicles. My favorites were 1) visiting the Elephant Sanctuary outside of Chiang Mai; 2) the Plain of Jars; 3) the scenic yet bumpy drive to/from the PoJ; 4) swimming & zipline at Xangvieng; 5) the many beautiful waterfalls near Paske.
Local specialist: Doris Bui
Fantastic 30 day custom vacation
Vietnam
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Jan 15 - Feb 12, 2026
Anil C.
Canada
| Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026
Doris was really wonderful. The overall planning and attention to detail was just amazing. She also checked in on us along the way to make sure everything was running smoothly (which it always was). There were so many things along the way that were so efficient that you might not even notice them. Getting picked up and driven all over Vietnam and Thailand, on time over a period of 30 days is really incredible.
Local specialist: Doris Bui
Doris made this trip incredibly easy and worry free!
Vietnam
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Dec 27 - Jan 18, 2026
Ryan K.
Newark, NJ
| Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026
Doris did an exceptional job helping me before and during this lengthy trip to Vietnam. There were a ton of moving parts, lots of logistics and planning needed, and it couldn’t have went more smoothly. She picked out great places for me to stay, catering to the types of places I wanted to be around. She handled booking all the tours making it hassle free for everything I wanted to do, all I had to do was show up. All of the tour guides she used (the trip was across multiple cities) were...
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Doris did an exceptional job helping me before and during this lengthy trip to Vietnam. There were a ton of moving parts, lots of logistics and planning needed, and it couldn’t have went more smoothly. She picked out great places for me to stay, catering to the types of places I wanted to be around. She handled booking all the tours making it hassle free for everything I wanted to do, all I had to do was show up. All of the tour guides she used (the trip was across multiple cities) were incredible (especially Destiny in Hoi An/Ba Na Hills). I couldn’t have had a better time in such an amazing country, and Doris made it so easy. Highly recommend!
Local specialist: Doris Bui
Our first experience in south east Asia
Vietnam
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Jan 4 - Jan 25, 2026
shant h.
Los Angeles, CA
| Reviewed on Jan 27, 2026
This was our first experience in south east Asia. Doris prepared a wonderful itinerary for us. After inquiring our travel dates and interests, she designed a detailed and comprehensive plan for our trip encompassing everything we asked for and more good stuff. she was very meticulous in the design and was open to making changes at our request. The overall experience exceeded our expectation. In addition, she guided us through every step and carefully monitored all reservations and...
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This was our first experience in south east Asia. Doris prepared a wonderful itinerary for us. After inquiring our travel dates and interests, she designed a detailed and comprehensive plan for our trip encompassing everything we asked for and more good stuff. she was very meticulous in the design and was open to making changes at our request. The overall experience exceeded our expectation. In addition, she guided us through every step and carefully monitored all reservations and deadlines to ensure a perfect trip which it was.
She coordinated the tours, guides, drivers, hotels and flights to our liking and made changes when we asked. she helped with a couple restaurant reservations. she responded to our inquiries with no delays. she was also very personable and friendly which made the interaction that much more pleasant. I give Doris the highest remarks and recommendation as a travel consultant.
We had good guides in Bangkok, Central and South Vietnam . all showed enthusiasm and willingness to give us the best experience. Our guide in Ho CHi Minh city, Mr. Hung Ha was exceptional. The 3 guides in Hoi An city who covered different aspects of our stay were very good , friendly and enthusiastic. I would have all these guides again .
we had memorable moments in every place we visited. Hoi An stands out as well as the nature in Mai Chau and the trip to Mekong Delta. The ending at Phu Quoc island was so lovely ( this was Doris's idea and plan) that we could have stayed there two more days. so perhaps next time. we will not forget the time we spent there
Sincerely,
shant hamamah
Hotel Reviews
One beautiful hotel . one feels like staying in nature. Great restaurant and service. perfect location to wonder around. beautiful scenery
Green Bay Resort Phu Quoc
The hotel was rustic and one feels in a jungle yet staying at a 5 star hotel. great pool, great beach, great service and wonderful staff. would f=definitely come back here at our next visit
Eden Star Hotel & Spa
Ho Chi Minh City
very nice and modern hotel within walking distance to many attractions , restaurants, night life, coffee shops . very helpful and friendly staff.
Ninh Binh Hidden Charm
Ninh Binh
Indochine Lan Ha Cruise
Hai Phong
this was a one night cruise. amazing and friendly staff. very helpful in explaining the plan and activities. great food. it was not crowded so lots of space on the deck to enjoy the scenery and relax. the trip to the cave was awesome
Activity Reviews
Bangkok City tour (B)
Bangkok
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Bangkok - Railway market - Floating market
Bangkok
kind of touristic and a long drive back and forth
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Hanoi City Tour & Half-day Sightseeing by Legendary Russian Jeep GAZ69 Or USA Army Jeep (VBTJ1)
Hanoi
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Mai Chau - Ninh Binh - Hoa Lu, Ancient Capital - Tam Coc Boat Trip
Vietnam
Hoi An Countryside - Lantern Making - Gardening & Basket Boat Ride (HUT19) - Hoi An Ancient Town
Hoi An
great day to see the ancient town highlights and also the villages nearby. Lunch was very good. guides were superb
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Ho Chi Minh City - Mekong Delta, Explore Ben Tre - Ho Chi Minh City
Vietnam
one of the best days to see this Delta and explore the local villages and all that they do . Superb guide
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Doris Bui
Well organised and good hotels.
Vietnam
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Jan 11 - Jan 25, 2026
Robert D.
Chicago, IL
| Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026
We had no idea where to go but wanted to see Vietnam and Laos in a limited time frame. In that regard, KimKim did a fabulous job and we wish we had more time to see more of the country.
KimKim did a good job planning our itinerary and we didn’t once have to wait to meet up with our guides who were always on time. Our last guide, Richard, also the youngest, had the best English. He had also researched the history of Vietnam and the wars throughout their history and had prepared his own...
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We had no idea where to go but wanted to see Vietnam and Laos in a limited time frame. In that regard, KimKim did a fabulous job and we wish we had more time to see more of the country.
KimKim did a good job planning our itinerary and we didn’t once have to wait to meet up with our guides who were always on time. Our last guide, Richard, also the youngest, had the best English. He had also researched the history of Vietnam and the wars throughout their history and had prepared his own material to show us, further explaining them.
All our guides were knowledgeable but they were all also sometimes hard to understand as their pronunciation was often challenging to us. None of them really understood our questions when we strayed from the subject.
Our final excursion to the floating market was interesting to see but I’m not sure it was worth the long drive and it was one we would have skipped, especially given how bad our driver was.
Hotel Reviews
Souphattra Hotel Luang Prabang
Luang Prabang
Comfortable hotel with large room and rating only suffered due to the location which is about 1.2 km from anything. Staff was great - food mediocre.
Location
Sadly, can’t relocate the hotel.
Great location in the heart of Hanoi but the room was basic.
Lalita Boutique & Spa Ninh Binh
Too far from town and not that nice of a hotel.
Location
There were other hotels in same price range in town. This location required walking on a long, dusty and busy road to go anywhere.
Cabin was good and food basic except for lunch the first day. One day trip and we did not go very far. Activities were basic and a little too crammed together. The bay is full of other tourist boats and the water is filthy although the landscape is pretty.
Hoi An Delicacy Hotel & Spa
Hoi An
Hotel was nice and certainly clean. Location was a little out of town but an easy enough walk. Quiet…/
Eden Star Hotel & Spa
Ho Chi Minh City
Nice rooms, clean, ok food. Last two nights the pool and rooftop bar were off limits due to private parties but they did arrange access to a neighbouring hotel.
Location is away from anything but it is an eco-hotel. Quiet, large rooms, mediocre food. Pretty grounds.
Activity Review
Can Tho - Cai Rang Floating Market - Biking to Explore Local Villages and Orchards - Ho Chi Minh city
Can Tho
We had to travel too far with a lousy driver only to have a mediocre experience. This was part of the trip we would have been happy to skip.
The floating market was interesting but not overwhelming and the bike ride was also lacking much interest.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Doris Bui
