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Trang Thien

I love travelling, I have travelled to most places in Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos and Thailand and I have 9 years of experience working in tourism. I want to assist travellers discover beautiful experiences, landscapes, and cultures. My desire is to create wonderful Asia holidays for all travellers.

What places and activities do you specialize in?

"Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, Myanmar and Thailand. I specialize in real human encounters, local culture, cuisine, hiking routes and bringing travellers off the tourist track or getting under the surface iconic destinations to meet locals while still stay in comfort. "

How did you get involved in travel?

""When I was a high school student, my mother took me on a journey around the North of Vietnam. During this trip, I had a chance to visit many places in the north of Vietnam from the mountains to the sea. This was a wonderful trip for me, and it inspired me want to travel to other destinations in Vietnam and overseas. This trip also inspired me to apply to study tourism at university. After graduating from university in 2010, I started my job as a journey planner to help travelers worldwide learn more about Vietnam's beauty.""

Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.

""I visited Sapa with my colleagues and we decided overnight at a homestay in a local village instead of a hotel in town. They provided a full experience with a lot of love and hospitality and of course incredible food. They also offered fun activities like trekking into Sapa villages. After this experience I wanted to keep travelling as a local."

Kids will love Hoi An in Vietnam
Family Trip to Vietnam & Thailand: From Hanoi to Phuket - 14 Days

Having trouble choosing between Vietnam and Thailand for your family trip to Southeast Asia? This exciting two-week itinerary includes highlights from both countries. The tour starts in Hanoi and spends time in Ha Long Bay, Hoi An, and Ho Chi Minh City before flying to Thailand, where you'll get busy in Bangkok and Ayutthaya before taking things down a few notches in Phuket. Kids and parents will love this trip's combination of culture, active adventures, and relaxation.

Paddle the Trang An Grottoes in Ninh Binh
Active Vietnam Adventure – 13 Days

Get your adrenaline pumping on this active, 13-day Vietnam tour. Start with an epic mountain bike ride through northern Vietnam's rice-paddy-studded countryside and then cruise the emerald waters of UNESCO-listed Ha Long Bay. The adventure continues in Hue, where you'll explore royal cities and emperors' tombs by boat and bike. Fish with the locals in Hoi An and encounter war history at the Cu Chi Tunnels en route to the lush Mekong Delta, where vast floating markets await.

Ha Long Bay
Highlights of Vietnam: Ho Chi Minh, Hanoi & Ha Long Bay - 6 Days

Discover Vietnam's highlights on this compact six-day tour. Start by exploring the bright lights of Ho Chi Minh City before escaping to the lush Mekong Delta to sail along peaceful waterways and visit local villages. Continue to the capital, Hanoi, where tasty street food, colonial architecture, and water puppet shows await. The adventure ends with an overnight cruise on the emerald waters of UNESCO-listed Ha Long Bay.

<em>Pho</em>, one of Vietnam's most beloved dishes
Flavors of Vietnam: Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh - 12 Days

Get to the heart of Vietnam through its cuisine on this delectable 12-day itinerary. Start in Hanoi to breeze around the capital by Vespa and search out the city's best banh mi and bun cha. Board an overnight cruise through the fantastical islets (and fresh seafood) of Ha Long Bay, then head south to Hoi An for renowned street food and an immersive cooking class. Continue to Ho Chi Minh City to end your trip and awaken your senses with an incredible "dining in the dark" experience.

Sunset over Tam Cốc, Northern Vietnam
How Many Days to Spend in Vietnam

When plotting your grand adventure in Vietnam, try to visit both the north and south, as this country packs a lot into a relatively small size. It's possible to see both regions in just a few days, but the longer you have, the more excursions you can take, like boat tours, mountain hikes, and visits to ethnic villages. And if time isn't an issue, add in trips to the central coast, northern bays, scenic river deltas, and more.

Recent trip reviews for Trang

Trang was very helpful in planning Vietnam trip
Vietnam | Oct 29 - Nov 6, 2022

Ullas
Ullas P.
India | Reviewed on Mar 19, 2023

Trang was very helpful in planning Vietnam trip. She is always available in chat Or what's app to answer all the questions and doubts..

Overall she managed all bookings and services well. It was hasslefree and a memorable vacation

Local specialist: Trang Thien

10/10 would recommend to anyone. I also neede...
Vietnam | Feb 27 - Mar 9, 2023

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Kevin B.
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA | Reviewed on Mar 16, 2023

10/10 would recommend to anyone. I also needed the trip planned in 72 hours and they were able to accommodate which was awesome.

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Trang Thien
Local specialist in Hanoi | Reviewed on Mar 17, 2023

Hi Kevin

Thank you much for your review and I’m so glad to be your local journey planner to have this chance to host your trip. I hope to see you again on your next trip to Vietnam and South-East Asia

Wish you all the best in life!

Best regards
Trang

First time Solo trip to North Vietnam
Vietnam | Jan 23 - Jan 26, 2023

Vinodan
Vinodan S.
Singapore | Reviewed on Jan 30, 2023

Had a wonderful time in Vietnam. All the places visited were spectacular and enjoyed it thoroughly. Trang was very helpful from the planning stage till my last day of my trip. She catered to all my requests and ensured that my trip was comfortable and had no hiccups. She went beyond to check up on me constantly and answered to my queries and doubts instantly during my trip. Very thankful to her for making my first solo trip a memorable one read more

Had a wonderful time in Vietnam. All the places visited were spectacular and enjoyed it thoroughly. Trang was very helpful from the planning stage till my last day of my trip. She catered to all my requests and ensured that my trip was comfortable and had no hiccups. She went beyond to check up on me constantly and answered to my queries and doubts instantly during my trip. Very thankful to her for making my first solo trip a memorable one

Activity Reviews
Hanoi - Sapa by shuttle bus (6-7 hours) - Cat Cat Village
Sapa

Got to see the minority ethnicity and their culture.

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Sapa - Ham Rong Mountain - Fanxipan Peak
Sapa

The view at the top was amazing and the travel via the cable car to there was short and smooth and was beautiful

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Halong Bay - Hanoi
Ha Long Bay

Beautiful landscape and scenery. Relaxing and a calm visit

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Hanoi - Ninh Binh Group tour full day
Ninh Binh

Learnt a lot about the Vietnam history and culture

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Trang
Trang Thien
Local specialist in Hanoi | Reviewed on Jan 30, 2023

Hi Vinodan,

Thank you much for your review and I’m so glad to be your local journey planner to have this chance to host your trip. I hope to see you again on your next trip to Vietnam and South-East Asia

Wish you all the best in life!

Best regards
Trang

The time we had in Vietnam was unforgettable ...
Vietnam | Oct 7 - Oct 19, 2022

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Zhenya S.
Bulgaria | Reviewed on Oct 24, 2022

The time we had in Vietnam was unforgettable and full of fun and well feeling. We spent 2 weeks around the whole country without any troubles and darkening the mood. The reason is the the help and organisation by KIMKIM travel agency and especially by the personal attitude of Ms. Trang. The preliminary preparation went smoothly and all the sights we targeted were well organised and booked. The hotels proposed by Ms. Trang were at the perfect location and amenities. The food places with local... read more

The time we had in Vietnam was unforgettable and full of fun and well feeling. We spent 2 weeks around the whole country without any troubles and darkening the mood. The reason is the the help and organisation by KIMKIM travel agency and especially by the personal attitude of Ms. Trang. The preliminary preparation went smoothly and all the sights we targeted were well organised and booked. The hotels proposed by Ms. Trang were at the perfect location and amenities. The food places with local cuisine were clean, comfortable and delicious. The whole logistics – private guides, drivers and vehicles were also excellent. Ms. Trang was following the trip very carefully and any time we had a need she responded immediately and in the best way. During the flood in Hue we received from early morning, advices and proposals how to continue the trip and our stay in the town. We are very thankful for effective rescheduling the program and rendered compensation for the lost time in Hue. Ms. Trang is a proof that professionalism and personal approach to customers is vital for current and future success. We will recommend her services to our friends who want to visit Vietnam and neighboring countries.
sincerely,

Georgi Belovski and Mariana Strahinova

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Eden Star Hotel & Spa
Ho Chi Minh City
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Belle Maison Parosand Da Nang Hotel
Son Tra, Da Nang
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La Siesta Premium Hang Be Hotel
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Victory Star Cruise
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Trang
Trang Thien
Local specialist in Hanoi | Reviewed on Oct 25, 2022

Dear Mr Georgi Belovski and Mrs Mariana Strahinova,

Thank you much for your praise and feedback and I’m so glad to be your local journey planner to have this chance to host your trip. We hope that we will be in your contact list for the next trips to Asia and see you soon in Vietnam. Wish you all the best in life.

Best regards
Trang