Smart Asia Travel was created when by TU (GM) is passionate about travel to explore the beauty of the world. Tu has worked as a guide, and tour director and traveled from the highest mountain of Indochina- Fansipan, and all down the coast and into all corners of Viet Nam and the Indochina region. With our experienced professionals in the tourism business, we want to put our philosophy of travel into practice.
Today our Sales, Marketing, Production, Reservation and Operations teams are located in the Hanoi headquarters, with partners in Laos, Cambodia, Thailand, Myanmar…. All provide the same innovative services, 24 hour client support, and destination knowledge that has made travel with Smart Asia travel an unforgettable experience for so long.
Smart Asia Travel embraces its origins in Indochina, leveraging this background to connect travelers with people and cultures in a way that only locals can. Using our knowledge of Indochina, and our expertise, we thrive at creating unforgettable experiences unique to every guest.
More than just tours, our products and services are designed to provide guests with unforgettable experiences and memories that last a lifetime. By connecting travelers with the authentic side of Indochina. Every Smart Asia Travel journey helps our guests to develop a profound understanding of the region, its traditions and its people.
Our Team
Our operation offices are in the major tourist areas with 45 regional staff in all destinations of Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, Myanmar. This ensures we have the expertise, skill and insight to take our guests on a journey that is both inspiring and creative, yet carefully controlled and managed. We are above things, customized, tailored and bespoke. We pride ourselves in offering specialized and creative itineraries with a range of ‘Tailored Experiences’ made available only to you and our valued partners.
Our Guides
Our friendly and experienced guides are the key to getting the most out of your visit to Vietnam. Each guide is your intimate link to everyday life in the region and, through their insight and extensive local knowledge, you will be rewarded with unique and fascinating glimpses into Vietnamese culture.
Only the most qualified guides will accompany you on your trip through Vietnam and Indochina. Our team of guides are hand-picked for their professionalism, personality and intimate knowledge of the region. They give you an in-depth view into the life and history of Vietnam. Their entertaining and informative explanations of the culture will make your travel experience both enjoyable and enlightening.
Our tour guides are selected for their knowledge, passion and dedication to their job. Many have become friends with our customers and often keep in contact after their journey together.
Our services
Customized Private Tours: Leveraging more than 12th years of experience guiding travelers in Indochina, we’re able to accommodate any travel style, needs or budget concerns to create bespoke travel experiences for our guests.
Culture and Historical Tours:
Our classic collection features the main highlights of Indochina, perfect for first-time visitors and travelers who wish to ensure they experience the most popular sites in each country. These tours are usually about two weeks to suit everyone who would like to learn about Indochinese culture, history and architecture in a short traveling period. These extremely interesting tours go to the most famous cities that have played key roles in the history and culture of Indochina region.
Luxury tours: Smart Asia Travel creates one-of-a-kind luxury travel experiences. Tell us about the trip you’re dreaming of taking—we’ll make it a reality. Indochina is endlessly beautiful, and seeing it is one of life’s greatest privileges and pleasures. At Smart Asia Travel, we believe the best and most intimate way to see it is on a luxury travel tour designed just for you.
Beach vacation: Vietnam’s idyllic tropical beaches have long been a favorite amongst locals and international travelers. In recent years, the beach scene has expanded as foreigners discover the turquoise waters and unique scuba diving along the country’s central and south coast. While there are plenty of well-appointed resorts, adventurers can find welcoming budget bungalows and even some unassuming beach towns still untouched by developers.
Honey moon tour: A perfect honeymoon package in Viet Nam to begin your new life together. Go on your honeymoon in Viet Nam to a destination of your choice and make it an experience of a lifetime. Make your honeymoon special with a trip to the hills of Sapa in the northwest and the wonder of the world (Ha Long Bay) in the northeast or go on long lazy vacations to the exotic beaches in the south
Adventure tour: Kayaking through spectacular limestone formations, along peaceful rivers, across the biggest natural lake, swimming in deserted sand beaches, trekking to remote hill-tribe’s village of Vietnam, exploring unique culture along the way, and relaxing in the most deluxe junk in Ha long Bay .
Culinary Tours: Vietnamese cuisine tours encompass the foods and beverages of Vietnam, and feature a combination of five fundamental tastem elements (Vietnamese: ngũ vị) in each the meal. Each Vietnamese dish has a distinctive flavor which reflects one or more of these elements.
Common ingredients include fish sauce, shrimp paste, soy sauce, rice, fresh herbs, and fruits and vegetables. Vietnamese recipes use lemongrass, ginger, mint, water spinach, Vietnamese mint, long coriander, Saigon cinnamon, bird’s eye chili, lime, and basil leaves. Traditional Vietnamese cooking is greatly admired for its fresh ingredients, minimal use of oil, and reliance on herbs and vegetables. With the balance between fresh herbs and meats and a selective use of spices to reach a fine taste, Vietnamese food is considered one of the healthiest cuisines worldwide.
Cruise tours:
Ha Long cruise: Listen to the tale of King Dragon and Goddess from the boat people; experience the daily lives of the tranquil villages and see the junks moving on the emerald waters. What a captivating panoramic view that you will appreciate in Ha long Bay, the best and internationally reputed World ‘s wonder of Vietnam
Mekong cruise: Wondering which cruise and itinerary is best for your experience along the legendary Mekong River? Whether you take it as an included trip during your busy itinerary through Vietnam and Cambodia or are just want have a dreamy cruise on to the mighty Mekong, we are right here extending you a hand, answering all your questions and booking you into a cruise that will meet your style, budget, time frame and comfort expectations.
Education Tour: Our mission is to help teachers provide their students with the best learning opportunities possible from educational travel. Since 2003, we have accomplished that mission for hundreds of teachers and thousands of students. Let us assist with your next educational tour. We believe travel plays an integral part in education. A tour to any destination is an experience that your students will remember as one of the highlights of their education. It helps to develop social skills and team building, stimulates personal growth, adaptation and observation skills and gives the opportunity to learn about other cultures and customs.
Golf Holidays: Smart Asia Travel delivers genuine value to both golfers and our partners and at the same time we continually improve upon the qualities that make us great. Our commitment to operating with the highest standards of service and professionalism as well as offering and executing full service golf holiday travel experiences is the reason why Smart Asia travel stands above the rest. Through expert golf knowledge from our staff both on the ground and in our offices we create tailor-made golf itineraries that are perfectly suited to both individual and group preferences, following a philosophy of unique golf travel experiences as opposed to “run of the mill” golf vacations. Because of this, we are the first choice golf tour operator for golfers and partners who require highly skilled and knowledgeable people who interact daily with golfers visiting all of the destinations we serve.
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Meetings: An independent team of Smart Asia Travel professionals, experienced in organizing meetings and selecting venues can help make such meetings truly meaningful.
Incentive: Designing tailored and eclectic incentive programs require the utmost in travel specialization. Smart Asia Travel ‘s incentive team professionally assess your travel goals for cost effectiveness, optimal logistics, participant demand, premium air travel, hotel and venue quality, seasonality and weather conditions. Whether it’s a trip on land or in sea, by air or bus, Smart Asia Travel will most certainly guide you in your excursion with ultimate experience and perfection.
Conferences / Conventions: Having years of experience in the field, Smart Asia Travel is known for excelling in the areas of professional and executive local and multinational conferences. We are able to contract any venue or chain of hotels, and we use the latest in technological equipment and facilities to aid in your presentations and suit your needs. Our team will work closely with your team to ensure a satisfactory and successful outcome.
Events / Exhibitions: Luxury gatherings, impressive decorations and folkloric shows are organized to ensure you and your group a wonderful event. Our wide-ranging portfolio of event management services also includes caterers, transport companies, high-tech facilities, hotels, and restaurants, all of which can help you organize successful group and company events and exhibitions. Whether you are trying to organize an event, or a product launch, our company can cover the full spectrum of organizing, site selection, and logistics in the most popular destinations.
Accommodation: With more than 12th years of operational experience, Smart Asia Travel has become a preferred partner for many of the most reputable hotels in Indochina, allowing us to offer some of the most competitive rates in the industry.
Transport: A fleet of well-maintained vehicles and trained drivers throughout our destinations allows us to provide guests with seamless connections and transfers throughout their journeys in Asia.
Ticketing: Partnerships with domestic and international airlines allow us to connect guests with our destinations from almost any location.