Services in Hoi An
Pick one, or ask for a package.
Ao dai fitting in dozens of colors, hair & makeup, then a guided walk with a local photographer — Temple of Literature, Hoan Kiem Lake, the Old Quarter, Tran Quoc Pagoda or Phan Dinh Phung street.
A relaxed 90-minute session with a photographer who knows the city — Huc Bridge at dawn, café alleys, Long Bien Bridge, rooftop at golden hour. Ao dai for everyone, kids included.
A Cáo artist comes to your hotel room with a full kit. Natural, glam or Korean-style — done in about an hour, holds all night in Hanoi humidity.
We plan the spot, set up fresh flowers and lights with our sister florist Hoa Lang Thang, and a photographer captures the moment discreetly — then a short couple shoot.
Dress, makeup, hair, photographer, transport and a planned route — for couples who want Vietnam in their wedding album.
Something beyond the classic walk: Hanoi Train Street at dawn, a day trip to Ninh Binh’s limestone karsts, a vintage Vespa, a rooftop at night. Tell us the picture in your head.
Photo spots we use
Where the good frames are.
These are the locations our photographers actually shoot in Hoi An, ordered by how early you need to be there to have them to yourself.
- Hoi An Ancient Town yellow walls
- Japanese Covered Bridge
- Thu Bon River lantern boats
- Lantern streets after dusk
- Tra Que vegetable village
- An Bang Beach
- Cam Thanh coconut forest
- Rice fields by bicycle
Planning the rest of your trip? See our travel guides on Wander in Vietnam.
By appointment
Cáo Studio in Hoi An
We do not keep a studio in Hoi An. Our photographers and makeup artists travel from Hanoi and Saigon for booked sessions, and meet you at your hotel. Send your dates on WhatsApp +84 865 239 183 and we reply with availability.
Where is the best place for an ao dai photoshoot in Hoi An?
Hoi An Ancient Town yellow walls, Japanese Covered Bridge, Thu Bon River lantern boats are the classic choices. We start early (7–8am) to avoid crowds and heat, and route the walk so you reach 3–5 spots within an hour or two of your hotel.
Do you come to hotels anywhere in Hoi An?
Hoi An sessions are by appointment: our team travels in from our Hanoi and Saigon studios, so message us on WhatsApp with your dates first and we confirm availability and any travel cost before you book.
Do I need to book in advance?
Two to three days is ideal so we can match you with an artist and photographer and reserve the ao dai in your size. Same-day is sometimes possible — message us on WhatsApp and we will tell you honestly.
Where do we meet?
Your artist comes to your hotel or Airbnb for makeup and hair. The photographer then meets you at the first location, which we plan around where you are staying.
What should I wear under the ao dai?
A light, neutral top and fitted bottoms (leggings or slim trousers) work best. We bring the ao dai and the traditional trousers; you keep your own shoes, so choose something comfortable for walking.
How many photos do we get and how fast?
All the good frames from the session, edited, within 48 hours via an online gallery. Rush delivery the same evening is available.