This Hoi An photo tour isn’t a checklist of landmarks or a staged shoot. It’s a walk through backstreets, riverside paths, and working areas where daily life is still unfolding. The aim is simple - to slow down, pay attention, and make photographs that feel honest.
What this tour is:
This is a Hoi An photography tour designed for people who want to see more than just the Old Town highlights.
We start just outside the busier areas and gradually move through neighbourhoods where things are still local - markets, side streets, river edges, and whatever else is happening that morning.
No fixed route. No rushing between stops. Our walk adapts to light, activity, and the pace of the group.
What you’ll photograph:
Everyday life in Hoi An
People at work and in their routines
Light, texture, and small details
Quiet moments and interactions
The focus is on building images that feel real, not staged.
Small group, flexible pace:
Group size is kept to 1–4 people.
Time to stop when something’s happening
Space to adjust based on light
Individual feedback as we go
No large groups, no fixed schedule, no pressure to keep moving.
Giulio - Italy
"I could not have been luckier than meeting Pete and doing the tour with him. He was a great photography guide, taking me to very interesting places and helping me a lot from a photographic point of view: how to use the light, improve my compositions, and interact more naturally with local people. His guidance also helped me overcome some of the barriers that can make this kind of experience more difficult when travelling alone. Beyond the standard tour, it was also possible to arrange additional trips with him to the countryside around Hoi An, visiting farmers and fishermen while they were working. These were fascinating experiences, and definitely something that would have been much harder for a traveller to discover independently. So, overall, I can only recommend this tour and personally I’m looking forward to the next time I’ll be around again."
"I could not have been luckier than meeting Pete and doing the tour with him. He was a great photography guide, taking me to very interesting places and helping me a lot from a photographic point of view: how to use the light, improve my compositions, and interact more naturally with local people. His guidance also helped me overcome some of the barriers that can make this kind of experience more difficult when travelling alone. Beyond the standard tour, it was also possible to arrange additional trips with him to the countryside around Hoi An, visiting farmers and fishermen while they were working. These were fascinating experiences, and definitely something that would have been much harder for a traveller to discover independently. So, overall, I can only recommend this tour and personally I’m looking forward to the next time I’ll be around again."
Who this is for:
Beginners using a phone through to experienced photographers with pro-level cameras
Travellers looking for a more grounded experience in Hoi An
Photographers who want to slow down and observe properly
No technical knowledge needed — just a camera and a bit of curiosity.
A different kind of Hoi An photography tour
Most Hoi An photo tours focus on landmarks or posed photos.
This one doesn’t.
Tour details:
Location: Hoi An, Vietnam
Duration: 3 hours
Group size: Max 4
Start time: Morning or Afternoon (best light, fewer people)
Level: All levels welcome
If you’re curious to know more or would like to join a photo walk, you’re very welcome to email me with your dates in Hoi An, your preferred time of day, and the size of your group.
Bookings can also be made through Get Your Guide, where I'm an Approved Supplier. A link to book your tour can be found below.
Bookings can also be made through Get Your Guide, where I'm an Approved Supplier. A link to book your tour can be found below.
Looking for something different? Other options are always available depending on which season we are in and the weather conditions. For more inspiration on what else is available, please see my Journal - pjwphoto.com/journal
Please use the contact form below to get in touch for more information or feel free to message me on Instagram via @pjwphoto.
Please use the contact form below to get in touch for more information or feel free to message me on Instagram via @pjwphoto.
Thank you very much. I will be in touch shortly.Pete