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Our history

Founded by two energetic Hanoi women with vast experience in Vietnam tourism, our company has been taking our clients on exciting adventures and relaxing holidays since 2001. Even as Tonkin Travel has quickly grown through word of mouth, the original commitment to personal service and understanding has not diminished – and that is the way it will stay.

Tonkin Travel is here to serve all of your travel need in Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia and Thailand.

No booking is too small or too big for us

All you need to do is get the ball rolling by telling us how much time you have, what you are interested in and what type of accommodation you are after

We will refine with you an itinerary that makes the most of your time and budget, as well as your energy.

We are able to give you the newest information and options as well as being here ready to help if anything unforeseen happens or you need help or advice of any kind.

Customize your trips

Meet our team

Hue Nguyen

CO FOUNDER

One of the Founders and Owners of Tonkin Travel, Hue is in charge in developing the French and Italian market. She has been working in tourism since 1991 and acquired her Master in Tourism in Italy through scholarship of OMT (Organisation Mondiale du Tourisme) in 2000. She speaks Italian, French and English.

Tel/ WhatsApp: +84 913 305 520

Email: Hue@tonkintravel.com

I like Ha Giang very much… very authentic, not touristic, beautiful landscape and wonderful people.

Ly Pham

CO FOUNDER

With 26 years of Travel and Tourism experience, Ly spends her free time reading and writing. She speaks fluent English, studied Translation and Interpreting in university and worked as an interpreter in the garment industry before turning to tourism in 1994.

Tel/ WhatsApp: +84 906 279 393

Email: Ly@tonkintravel.com

Hoi An as it’s beautiful, it has good food and gentle, friendly locals as well as other tourists.

Martin Bullard

MARKETING & DEVELOPMENT ADVISER

Martin has been with Tonkin Travel since the beginning – working with a second-hand computer in Mrs. Hue’s kitchen to having an enthusiastic and dynamic group today. He’s well committed to maintaining Tonkin Travel’s high-quality customer service and assists in marketing, product, and new destination development.

Tel/ WhatsApp: +84 904 188 156

Email: Martin@tonkintravel.com

I love traveling to the North West part of Vietnam for its friendly minority groups and mountain scenery.

Phi Cao

GENERAL MANAGER

With years of experience creating epic films like King Kong and Da 5 Bloods, Phi now channels his passion into crafting unforgettable journeys through the breathtaking beauty and rich culture of his homeland, Vietnam.

Tel/ WhatsApp: +84 93 625 1293

Email: Phi@tonkintravel.com

I feel lucky to have the chance to share the beauty and culture of Vietnam, my home country, with travelers worldwide.

Hien Nguyen

DEPUTY MANAGER

Since her graduation in 2012, Hien has been traveling to different parts of the world and helping people from all over the world plan their trip to her beautiful country. Hien speaks fluent Italian and English.

Tel/ WhatsApp: +84 90 216 7769

Email: hien@tonkintravel.com

I love every city in Vietnam, but Ha Noi, where I was born and raised, is always my favorite!

Erika Stefani

TRAVEL CONSULTANT

Erika joined Tonkin Travel in 2010 and provides tour planning for the European Market. Fluent in Italian, English, French, and Spanish.

Tel/ WhatsApp: +39 349 272 4166

Email: Erika@tonkintravel.com

Hoi An is a nice and peaceful town with friendly locals, good food, and rich history. I enjoy relaxing by the beach on a day off.

Hanh Pham

TRAVEL CONSULTANT

Working in tourism since 2005, Hanh has spent all her time in designing vacations and creating amazing experiences for her clients to visit Vietnam as well as other destinations in Indochina.

Tel/ WhatsApp: +84 989 633 537

Email: Hanh@tonkintravel.com

Hoi An ancient town in central Vietnam is the place where I wish to visit every time I can because of its own beauty and story.

Huong Bui

STAFF WELFARE OFFICER

The designated chef, Huong, has been with Tonkin Travel since 2009 and . She ensures overall welfare, including cooking delicious lunch of the dynamic employees of Tonkin Travel.

Tel/ WhatsApp: +84 976 730 991

Email: B.huong@tonkintravel.com