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
Vietnam is well worth a visit!
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Feb 11 - Mar 1, 2025
Cathy W.
Ashburn, VA
| Reviewed on Mar 03, 2025
Our tour coordinator, Doris, did a great job of setting up an itinerary for us. She was very responsive to our ideas, made good suggestions and answered all our questions before and during our trip. During the whole trip, all the details were perfectly arranged. Amazing! I highly recommend Doris as a travel tour coordinator.
On the trip we especially enjoyed our first few days in and around Hanoi with tour guide Cai. He had interesting stories to tell from his background in Vietnam...
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Our tour coordinator, Doris, did a great job of setting up an itinerary for us. She was very responsive to our ideas, made good suggestions and answered all our questions before and during our trip. During the whole trip, all the details were perfectly arranged. Amazing! I highly recommend Doris as a travel tour coordinator.
On the trip we especially enjoyed our first few days in and around Hanoi with tour guide Cai. He had interesting stories to tell from his background in Vietnam and was so animated in his storytelling about the history. He was also great to hike with in Cuc Phuang National Park. We liked the Tam Coc boat trip and Mua Cave. Other favorites were the Halong Bay overnight cruise -- the boat and the side trip to the cave were great -- and our relaxing days at the Green Bay resort on Phu Quoc Island. In and around Ho Chi Minh City, our tour guide Sang was fantastic. He really knows his history and was very helpful in giving us ideas on where to go during our free time. Oh, and in the middle of the trip Hue and all the side trips were great. The guide, Destiny walked us through some very interesting historical places.
Overall, all learned a lot on this trip and very much enjoyed Vietnam. The people, the culture, the food, the weather and scenery were all what I had hoped for. Thanks to Doris and KimKim for coordinating such a smooth trip so we could relax and enjoy the country.
Hotel Review
Hoi An Delicacy Hotel & Spa
Hoi An
This hotel has the most amazing and attentive staff that will give you personal attention. Try out the spa and the Pho. Both are great.
Location
Easy walking distance to the Old Town
Staff
The staff were so attentive to our needs, giving us good restaurant recommendations and following up everyday to see if all our needs were met. We also loved the spa.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Our room was very comfortable and spacious.
Local specialist: Doris Bui
Doris Bui
Local specialist in Hanoi, Vietnam
| Replied on Mar 04, 2025
Dear Cathy,
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience! I’m thrilled that you had a smooth and memorable trip, enjoyed the itinerary, and connected with our amazing guides. It was a pleasure assisting you. Wishing you all the best and hope to welcome you back someday! 😊
Best wishes,
Doris
Thanks to Kim Kim and Doris Bui for a great trip to Vietnam!
Vietnam
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Feb 8 - Feb 23, 2025
Julie V.
Newark, NJ
| Reviewed on Feb 24, 2025
We had a fantastic experience working with Doris Bui. She was very responsive and worked hard to respond to all of our requests. She created just the right balance of tours and free time for us. All five of hour hotels/cruise accommodations were excellent. Our guides, Long, Brian and Thuy were knowledgeable and helpful. We enjoyed meeting them and learning from them about the history of Vietnam and life today. We especially loved the Viet Palace, our cooking class and the visit to the...
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We had a fantastic experience working with Doris Bui. She was very responsive and worked hard to respond to all of our requests. She created just the right balance of tours and free time for us. All five of hour hotels/cruise accommodations were excellent. Our guides, Long, Brian and Thuy were knowledgeable and helpful. We enjoyed meeting them and learning from them about the history of Vietnam and life today. We especially loved the Viet Palace, our cooking class and the visit to the pottery village in Hanoi. Long provided great restaurant recommendations. In Ninh Binh we had a great ride along the river in Tam Coc and enjoyed Brian's tour through the old capital. Thuy was so great in Hoi An sharing her knowledge of the temples and old houses there. Overall it was a great trip.
Hotel Reviews
Well located. Extremely helpful staff and excellent breakfast buffet.
Anantara Hoi An Resort
Hoi An City, Quang Nam Province
Beautiful hotel and absolutely stellar breakfast. Location is A++
Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai
Unbelievable service at this resort. You will want for nothing....every single request and need is met. THe property is beautiful and the villas are truly luxurious.
Location
It's a little far from Hoi An but they do run a shuttle and the cabs are reasonable.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Amazingly comfortable bed and linens.
Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
Hanoi
Beautiful hotel. Amazing service and food. We stayed in the old part and loved the history and elegance of it.
Stellar of the Seas
quảng ninh
Beautiful ship. The size is just perfect and the food is amazing. The chef accommodated every reqeust.
Activity Reviews
Hanoi- Lan Ha Bay - Overnight on Stellar of the Seas cruise
Lan Ha Bay
Stellar of the Seas was fantastic.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
We found the Ethnology museum a little disappointing. Sort of a dry presentation. The line at the Mauseoleum was ridiculously long so we skipped it. Had a great lunch with Long that day.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Hanoi - Explore Thanh Chuong Viet's Palace
Hanoi
Loved this. Really beautiful place and lovely drive into the countryside.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Hanoi Cooking Class - Afternoon free
Hanoi
Was alot of fun and interesting to see life in a village. Had fun but might have been better with a group. The woman who did the class was so so lovely and she made delicious food.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Hanoi - Bat Trang Ceramic Village - Afternoon free
Hanoi
Really fun. Unfortunately didn't get to make any pottery due to a strike. Interesting to pop into some of the workshops.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Hoa Lu, Ancient Capital - Tam Coc Boat Trip
Vietnam
The boat trip was gorgeous. Our favorite thing was bike riding to Bich Dong pagoda and then biking around the nearby countryside. Brian was lovely to work with and quite knowledgeable. We really liked the central location of the resort.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Explore Hoi An Ancient Town - Visit Precious Heritage Museum by Réhahn
Hoi An
We walked through Hoi An and visited just a few places with Thuy. She was great. We were really happy to explore the market and the Precious Heritage Museum on our own. The Precious Heritage was an absolute highlight and should not be missed.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Doris Bui
Doris Bui
Local specialist in Hanoi, Vietnam
| Replied on Feb 25, 2025
Dear Julie,
Thank you so much for your kind words. It was truly my pleasure to accompany you on your trip to Vietnam. Knowing that you were happy with our tour guides, services, and accommodations brings us great joy—it makes my job even more meaningful.
Once again, thank you for choosing to travel with us. Wishing you all the best and many more amazing adventures ahead! We are always here and look forward to welcoming you back to Vietnam one day.
With love from Vietnam,
Doris Bui
Doris is friendly and replies quickly. We rea...
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Feb 3 - Feb 18, 2025
Tamara B.
Chicago, IL
| Reviewed on Feb 24, 2025
Doris is friendly and replies quickly. We really appreciated all her attentiveness!
Local specialist: Doris Bui
Doris Bui
Local specialist in Hanoi, Vietnam
| Replied on Feb 25, 2025
Dear Tamara,
Thank you so much for your kind words! It was truly my pleasure to be your travel consultant and support you on your trip to Vietnam.
Wishing you a life filled with boundless happiness and wonderful adventures. Vietnam and I will always be here, eagerly waiting to welcome you back one day!
Warm regards,
Doris Bui
Fantastic trip!
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Feb 3 - Feb 18, 2025
Margaret B.
Canada
| Reviewed on Feb 19, 2025
Fantastic trip!
Doris was great. Excellent planning for us and she checked in to see how things were going.
Guides were good. Drivers were excellent!
Hotels were excellent. Only exception was in HCMC the Muong Tranh hotel is more for business people not tourists. Should use a better more character option there.
Fantastic trip. Thank-you KimKim and Doris!
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Fantastic trip!
Doris was great. Excellent planning for us and she checked in to see how things were going.
Guides were good. Drivers were excellent!
Hotels were excellent. Only exception was in HCMC the Muong Tranh hotel is more for business people not tourists. Should use a better more character option there.
Fantastic trip. Thank-you KimKim and Doris!
Hotel Reviews
Hoi An Delicacy Hotel & Spa
Hoi An
Activity Reviews
Explore Ha Long Bay - Overnight on Cruise
Vietnam
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Hanoi city sightseeing
Hanoi
Hue: Thuy Bieu Ecovillage, Cooking Class & Imperial Citadel
Hue
Mekong Delta - Overnight on board
Vietnam
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Visit Hoi An Ancient Town
Hoi An
Sai Gon city sightseeing
Ho Chi Minh City
Local specialist: Doris Bui
Doris Bui
Local specialist in Hanoi, Vietnam
| Replied on Feb 25, 2025
Dear Margaret,
Thank you so much for your review! I’m glad to hear that you enjoyed your trip and were satisfied with the itinerary, services, drivers, and tour guides.
I also truly appreciate your feedback on the accommodation in Ho Chi Minh City. We will take note of your recommendation for future improvements.
Once again, thank you for traveling with us. Wishing you good health, happiness, and lots of luck. We are always here and look forward to welcoming you back whenever you are ready for your next holiday!
Warm regards,
Doris Bui
Memorable/beautiful country and people
Vietnam
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Dec 30 - Jan 9, 2025
Stephanie B.
Denver, CO
| Reviewed on Feb 08, 2025
Doris provided a memorable itinerary for our trip. Guides (Brian and Toan) and drivers provided a wealth of knowledge and expertise at each site throughout the journey. We are not tour style people, however, this was well crafted to provide history, sites, landscapes, and activity. Beautiful country, rich culture , delicious food, and wonderful people.
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Doris provided a memorable itinerary for our trip. Guides (Brian and Toan) and drivers provided a wealth of knowledge and expertise at each site throughout the journey. We are not tour style people, however, this was well crafted to provide history, sites, landscapes, and activity. Beautiful country, rich culture , delicious food, and wonderful people.
Hotel Review
Loved this hotel. Best hotel during our trip
Activity Review
Hue - Thuy Bieu Eco-village, Cooking Class & Imperial Citadel
Hue
Toan was excellent guide, providing insight and knowledge to this area.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Doris Bui
Doris Bui
Local specialist in Hanoi, Vietnam
| Replied on Feb 11, 2025
Dear Stephanie,
Thank you for your kind words! I'm so happy to hear that you had a memorable trip to Vietnam and were pleased with our tour guides and drivers. I will be sure to pass along your compliments so they know they played a part in making your journey special.
Vietnam’s wonderful people, stunning landscapes, and our dedicated team look forward to welcoming you back someday.
Warmest regards,
Doris
Fantastic Trip to Vietnam and Thailand!
Vietnam
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Jan 18 - Feb 1, 2025
Trenton P.
Denver, CO
| Reviewed on Feb 04, 2025
I recently booked a trip to Vietnam and Thailand through Doris, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience! Despite the short notice, she went above and beyond to put together an incredible itinerary that made my trip seamless and unforgettable.
Doris was incredibly helpful, especially with all the last-minute issues that came up. Whether it was adjusting bookings, handling unexpected changes, or providing great recommendations, she was always there to assist and make sure everything...
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I recently booked a trip to Vietnam and Thailand through Doris, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience! Despite the short notice, she went above and beyond to put together an incredible itinerary that made my trip seamless and unforgettable.
Doris was incredibly helpful, especially with all the last-minute issues that came up. Whether it was adjusting bookings, handling unexpected changes, or providing great recommendations, she was always there to assist and make sure everything went smoothly.
Thanks to Doris, I had an amazing time exploring beautiful destinations, enjoying great food, and experiencing the local culture without any stress. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a knowledgeable and dedicated travel expert. I’ll definitely be booking with her again in the future!
Local specialist: Doris Bui
Doris Bui
Local specialist in Hanoi, Vietnam
| Replied on Feb 11, 2025
Dear Trenton,
Thank you for your kind words. Knowing you had a wonderful experience brings me great joy. I truly appreciate you choosing to travel with us. Wishing you good health, happiness, and many more amazing journeys ahead!
I will always be here, looking forward to welcoming you back on your next vacation.
Warmest regards,
Doris
Short trip to Mekong Delta
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Jan 6 - Jan 8, 2025
Cecilia B.
Switzerland
| Reviewed on Jan 31, 2025
Our short trip was amazing, we asked Doris for a relaxed yet adventurous trip around the Mekong Delta and the activities she planned for us were perfect. Also the hotels chosen were on point. Our guide and the driver were lovely, we got a lot of interesting local insights from them. 100% recommended!
Local specialist: Doris Bui
Doris Bui
Local specialist in Hanoi, Vietnam
| Replied on Feb 11, 2025
Dear Cecilia,
I truly appreciate your kind words! I'm so happy to hear that you had an amazing trip to the Mekong Delta with us. Thank you for choosing to travel with us—I wish you all the best.
I hope you will visit Vietnam again to explore the wonders of Northern and Central Vietnam.
Warmest regards,
Doris
We had an excellent trip to Vietnam; highly recommended
Vietnam
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Jan 3 - Jan 24, 2025
Gary H.
San Rafael, CA
| Reviewed on Jan 28, 2025
We had an excellent trip to Vietnam, and we were extremely happy with the organization and support provided by Doris. She was very responsive, during all phases of our trip, and very helpful as well. She was a great travel resource for us. The guides she picked for us in every location were very good, spoke very good English, and were friendly, knowledgeable, informative, and fun. Doris was the reason we had such a good experience in Vietnam. She set us up with an excellent...
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We had an excellent trip to Vietnam, and we were extremely happy with the organization and support provided by Doris. She was very responsive, during all phases of our trip, and very helpful as well. She was a great travel resource for us. The guides she picked for us in every location were very good, spoke very good English, and were friendly, knowledgeable, informative, and fun. Doris was the reason we had such a good experience in Vietnam. She set us up with an excellent itinerary, which allowed us to see much more than we initially expected. Vietnam is a country with lovely warm people, excellent food, and really fun adventures. We highly recommend it, and we highly recommend Doris.
Hotel Review
Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel
Hanoi
This was our favorite hotel, among many very good hotels. Their breakfast buffet was astounding. Excellent helpful staff.
Activity Reviews
Hue: Thuy Bieu Ecovillage, Cooking Class & Imperial Citadel
Hue
This was a very fun boat ride and Cooking class. Highly enjoyable.
Ninh Binh - Lan Ha Bay, Overnight on Indochine Lan Ha Cruise
Vietnam
Our time on the Indochine, cruising the really amazing HaLong Bay, was a wonderful experience.
Hiking in Mai Chau, Explore local villages (Xom Kha, Ban Te and Na Meo)
Mai Chau
Loved biking thru the local villages
Lan Ha Bay - Hanoi - Fly to Hue
Vietnam
HaLong/LanHa Bay: total winner. Great experience.
Ho Chi Minh City - Mekong Delta, Explore Ben Tre - Ho Chi Minh City
Vietnam
Brian was an excellent guide. Very much enjoyed this experience.
Guests should be given a heads-up about the traffic and resultant length of the car trip back and forth.
Tomb of Emperor Tu Duc - An Hien Garden House - Enjoy some local specialty cakes in Hue
Hue
Very much enjoyed the Garden House and the Tomb
Ninh Binh - Bai Dinh Pagoda - Mua Cave
Ninh Binh
Very much enjoyed the Mua Cave and the Bai Dinh Pagoda was incredible.
Explore Hoi An Ancient Town and Street Food Tour
Hoi An
Hoi An was terrific. Very much enjoyed.
Hoi An - Ho Chi Minh - XO Saigon by Night - Experience Vietnam on Two Wheels (Group tour)
Ho Chi Minh City
The motorbike night tour of Saigon on Two Wheels was a very unique and wonderful experience.
Morning Free - Afternoon Half-Day City by Legendary Russian Jeep GAZ69 Or USA Army Jeep (VBTJ1)
Hanoi
We loved this half day tour, and we loved our guide, Brian. We saw and tasted and experienced so much, and he was really fun. Total thumbs up.
Quality of Experience
Very well planned and executed by KimKim. Super well organized by Doris.
Food
Everything. So tasty, so rich in flavor
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Guides and drivers were excellent.
Transport
Super easy, super helpful, super efficient
Local specialist: Doris Bui
Doris Bui
Local specialist in Hanoi, Vietnam
| Replied on Feb 11, 2025
Dear Gary and Cindy,
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review and kind words. I'm delighted to hear that you had a wonderful trip to Vietnam and were satisfied with our services. It was my pleasure to assist you on your journey. I wish you both good health, happiness, and all the best in the future.
Vietnam and I will always be here, looking forward to welcoming you back someday!
Warmest regards,
Doris
Doris did a great job planning the trip . Sh...
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Jan 4 - Jan 12, 2025
Javid K.
Seattle, WA
| Reviewed on Jan 13, 2025
Doris did a great job planning the trip . She was responsive and great to work with
The guides were great
Trip was entirely flawless and affordable based on our requests
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Doris did a great job planning the trip . She was responsive and great to work with
The guides were great
Trip was entirely flawless and affordable based on our requests
Hotel Reviews
InterContinental Hanoi Westlake, an IHG Hotel
Hanoi
Great international standard hotel. Great food
Hotel was great. Food was good but a bit slow and uninspiring
Authenticity & Character
O
It’s a bit over the top luxury with the food and service. Wish they did a better job communicating the itinerary and schedule for the day
Renaissance Hoi An Resort & Spa
Location
The beach has trash on it. It’s quite far away from Da Nang but close to Hoi An activities.
Local specialist: Doris Bui
Doris Bui
Local specialist in Hanoi, Vietnam
| Replied on Jan 15, 2025
Dear Javid,
Thank you so much for your kind words. I’m thrilled to hear that the trip was flawless and met your expectations. Your satisfaction and happiness truly made my work more meaningful.
Once again, thank you for choosing to travel with us. I wish you and your family all the best in life, along with many more wonderful trips ahead. My team and I will always be here and look forward to welcoming you back one day.
Warm regards,
Doris
16 great days in Vietnam
Vietnam
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Dec 27 - Jan 11, 2025
Michael P.
San Jose, CA
| Reviewed on Jan 12, 2025
Overall, a very fulfilling experience . It is challenging to visit the length and breath of Vietnam in just over two weeks. One of the downfalls is having to spend too much time in a car or van traveling from place to place. This becomes extremely problematic in Ho Chi Minh City. The primary guides in the large cities were knowledgeable and conversant. A few did not speak English well enough to provide us any meaningful information, however, or answer our questions. The hotel choices were...
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Overall, a very fulfilling experience . It is challenging to visit the length and breath of Vietnam in just over two weeks. One of the downfalls is having to spend too much time in a car or van traveling from place to place. This becomes extremely problematic in Ho Chi Minh City. The primary guides in the large cities were knowledgeable and conversant. A few did not speak English well enough to provide us any meaningful information, however, or answer our questions. The hotel choices were all excellent. I would recommend offering some favorite restaurants to your clients to assist in making good choices more expeditiously. We also appreciated the Kimkim flexibility, in modifying proposed itinerary options.
Local specialist: Doris Bui
Doris Bui
Local specialist in Hanoi, Vietnam
| Replied on Jan 12, 2025
Dear Michael,
Thank you for your kind review. I’m so happy to hear that you had a fulfilling experience in our country and were satisfied with the hotel selection. I also appreciate your suggestions regarding restaurant recommendations and improving the language skills of our local guides. Your feedback will help us enhance our services for future travelers.
Thank you once again for choosing to travel with us. My team and I would be delighted to welcome you back one day, whether for another trip to Vietnam or to explore Cambodia and Thailand.
Warm regards,
Doris
