Realistic Asia

The booking experience on Kim Kim was overall easy, and made a big international trip like this for a foreigner very stress free. After going through different sample trips we were linked with Realistic Asia in Vietnam and Hien our main point of contact. After telling Hien what we were thinking she gave us a sample trip and made some recommendations which were great. We wanted to make some changes to day trips and hotels, which she was extremely responsive and attentive to which we appreciated. Throughout the trip Hien was never far from her phone which made the experience that much more comfortable. Everywhere we went we had a driver and english speaking guide, which made navigating every step in our itinerary very easy. The entire experience with Realistic Asia was turnkey

I want to give a shout out to some excellent guides we had throughout the trip: Huấn in Hoi Ann, Thiện in Hue, and Cuong in Hanoi.All went above and beyond during the tours and giving us tips along the way and we highly recommend using them.

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Moire Hoi An, Vignette Collection

This hotel is directly across from old town, and a very easy walk away from all major attractions. The pool is overlooking the river and a great spot to spend during the hottest parts off the day. The room was nice and great staff.

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Silk Path Grand Hue

Everything about this hotel is great but it is a dated look and feel. I think the rooms need to be renovated at some point to keep up with other five star accommodations.

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Grand Pioneers Cruise (Formerly Essence Grand Cruise)

This ship has great food service, and rooms. It is a practically brand new luxury yacht which is beautiful and comfortable. When the ship goes to its overnight docking location its not very far from land, and its in a cove with many other boats. I think we would have enjoyed more movement so we were able to see more of Ha Long Bay. The excursion we did ( kayaking) was boring and every boat in the area seemed like they were doing the same thing.

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Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi

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Amazing Historical Hotel with great staff. We enjoyed our stay here. The vibe is definitely professional business and wealthy tourists but we still had a nice time.

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VIP Fast Track Service

Vietnam

A must do for coming into Saigon, made the trip so much easier.

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Hien planned a wonderful trip for us. She was a good communicator and understood our needs and wants. The guides and drivers were the best-courteous and friendly. I recommend KimKim and Hien without any reservation.
When we had some trouble with the visa process she immediately offered her help.

Ashley kept us very informed and planned a great trip. Guide KC was amazing. Friendly, knowledgeable. Our driver was very safe. Had an amazing trip.

Our trip to Vietnam was very close to what we wanted, the guides were excellent, the food was delicious, and we all had a lot of fun!

Thank you Hien for arranging.

Grant F Shimizu

Ashley was a fantastic local specialist! Ahead of the trip her planning and suggestions were very helpful and when things popped up during the trip, as they always do, she was quick and responsive in helping us adjust. I really appreciate all her work on this trip.

The trip itself was wonderful! A great mix of time spent in Ho Chi Minh and Hanoi with day trips outside the cities and a few getaways in Hoi An and Ha Long Bay. Knowledgeable guides throughout provided insights that we would have missed traveling on our own. All in all, it was a great time, and Ashley/Kimkim were very helpful in making it happen.

We had an excellent trip. Lucy was always helpful and prompt in her support, changing and improving things for us in the planning stage. When we got here everything ran smoothly. Our guides were also excellent. Andy was very knowledgeable and keen to work with us. We especially loved our guide Bau in Sapa . She was very easy to talk to about life in northern Vietnam and even though our second scenic route was not very scenic because of mist she made it a pleasure to be walking with her.

The boat trip in Ha Long Bay also had many plus points. Our room was lovely and the food amazing. We were a bit disappointed that we didn’t get to see much of the bay being mostly in one spot rather than cruising. The swimming and kayaking were very strictly controlled- we didn’t get a second kayaking choice on the cave visit. These were the slight hiccups at the end of our trip.
We loved La Siesta Hotel in Hanoi. The staff were helpful and kind , the Skybar was amazing and the breakfast wonderful. We also loved Le Clos du Fil - a quieter and calmer hotel with a lovely pool and a perfect place to draw breath in our busy trip. Perhaps the hotel in Sapa was not quite up to the standard of the rest? It had great views but it was a bit tired looking in places.

These are small things which I hope you can use in future bookings. We did have an amazing time and we are very grateful to Lucy for putting this in place for us. We hope to be planning our next Kim Kim trip soon!

Janice and Alex

Hien was great and created an amazing trip! the home bases were well chosen. Hanoi with local guide KC was awesome. Loved everything we did and the places he chose for the food tour!
The DuLong cruise was awesome!
Hoi An; the city tour and guide were well done. Loved the cooking class!

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Soleil Hanoi Boutique Hotel

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Orchid Trendy Cruise

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Laluna Hoi An Riverside Hotel & Spa

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Aira Hotel Bangkok

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Had to ask for our luggage. Service in dining area slow; servers and egg chef often gone

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Panan Krabi Resort

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Ms. Vy’s Cooking class - Holiday Master Class - Joint in tour

Hoi An

Enjoyed the market tour, demonstrations and actual cooking!

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Visit Viet Hai Village & Ba Trai Dao (Orchid Cruise)

Ha Long Bay

The 2 nights were perfect!

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Day trip to Ayutthaya & tuk tuk tour (KT)

Bangkok

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Hanoi Street food walking tour (S)

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Exploring Hoa Lu - Tam Coc Boat riding - Mua Cave Full Day

Vietnam

An appropriate alteration was made to part of the trip needing stair climbing that was greatly appreciated

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Hanoi Sightseeing Full Day Tour

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Onboarding Cruise To Lan Ha Bay (Orchid Cruise)

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Half Day at The Elephant Sanctuary Krabi

Krabi

Would have liked to have known more about the specifics, especially the mud and pool activity with the elephants so as to have had appropriate clothes. But would do it again!

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Kayaking in Ao Ech Area - Disembark Cruise (Orchid Cruise)

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Hoi An Half-Day Sightseeing

Hoi An

tea taste, refreshing drink and dance exhibit were perfect!

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Bangkok evening street food tour

Bangkok

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Half day combined Grand Palace Temples city tour

Bangkok

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Hien helped to coordinate, manage and plan an excellent custom trip to Vietnam for my group of eight people. The pace suited my group with lots of varied activities, bicycling, walking, Vespa riding, cruising; and visiting numerous regions with varied landscapes, rural, city, villages, mountains, caves. We explored so much in two weeks and saw so many sites! She was excellent and helpful and her recommendations were well-suited for everyone in the group.

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Pu Luong Eco Garden

Great location with beautiful view and serene surroundings. The pool was peaceful at sundown and provided a nice way to cool down and end the day.

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Evening Street Food Tour With Vespa Wanderers

Ho Chi Minh City

So much fun riding on the back of Vespas. The food tour was particularly good with tastings of Banh Mi, Grilled Chicken and Rice, and a visit to a Jazz Bar to cap off the evening!

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We just returned from an unforgettable trip to Thailand, and we loved every minute of it! From start to finish, everything was seamless and perfectly organized.

Our travel agent, Dat, was incredible. He was patient and thorough during the planning process—going through multiple versions of the itinerary with us until we had our dream trip mapped out. His attention to detail and dedication made all the difference.

During our travels, Dat remained easily accessible and responsive, which gave us so much peace of mind. Every tour and guide he arranged was on time, professional, and extremely knowledgeable. We never had to worry about a single thing—Dat and the team had every detail covered.

My son and I had the trip of a lifetime, and it was all thanks to the thoughtful planning and exceptional service provided by Dat and the company. We will absolutely be booking with them again and highly recommend their services to anyone planning a trip to Thailand!

Hotel Reviews

Oceanfront Beach Resort

Phuket

We absolutely loved our stay at Oceanfront Beach Resort in Phuket! The hotel was super clean, modern, and luxurious with a great vibe throughout. The staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming, which made our experience even more enjoyable. The location was perfect—everything we needed was close by, making it easy to explore. We also really appreciated the on-site gym and the delicious breakfast each morning. The atmosphere, service, and overall experience were fantastic. Truly loved everything about our stay and would happily return!

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De Chai The Colonial Hotel & Spa

Chiang Mai

I had a wonderful stay at De Chai The Colonial Hotel & Spa! The on-site spa and restaurant were such a great bonus and made the stay even more relaxing and convenient. The morning breakfast was tasty with a good variety, and the location of the hotel was super convenient—perfect for exploring the area. My room was spacious, clean, and very comfortable, which made it easy to unwind after a day out. Overall, a great experience and I’d definitely stay here again!

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De Prime Rang Nam, Your Tailor Made Hotel

Our stay at De Prime Rang Nam was pleasant and worked well for our short time in Bangkok. The location was convenient, and the breakfast buffet was a highlight—plenty of options and great quality to start the day. The room was fairly clean and comfortable, though there’s a bit of room for improvement in overall cleanliness and humidity control in the common areas. That said, the hotel had everything we needed for a quick and easy stay in the city. While it wasn’t my favorite hotel of our Thailand trip, it was a solid choice for a short visit and offered good value for the time we were there.

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Thai Cooking Class

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This was by far the most exciting and memorable activity we did in Phuket! We absolutely enjoyed every minute of the Thai cooking class. My 11-year-old son had a blast—he said it was one of his favorite activities of the entire trip. The owner was so fun, engaging, and explained everything clearly, making it easy and enjoyable to follow along. We were genuinely amazed at how beautiful (and delicious!) our dishes turned out. Don’t second guess this—just book it. You won’t regret it. It’s an experience we’ll never forget!

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