Parfum d’Automne traveler reviews
Since 2005, we have been organizing tailor-made trips in Vietnam and Southeast Asia from our office in Hanoi. Rather than telling you ourselves what we are worth, we have gathered here some recent reviews from travelers, copied from Tripadvisor and Google, two independent platforms where anyone can post freely. Most of our travelers are French-speaking, so the reviews below are translated from French.
What do travelers say about our cruises in Lan Ha Bay?
Travelers mostly remember the calm of Lan Ha Bay, the kindness of the crews and the food served on board our small junks.
Most of these reviews are about our 2, 4 and 7-cabin junks, which sail only in Lan Ha Bay. On board, the crew speaks English, just like our guides on land for English-speaking travelers.
★★★★★
An incredible experience in Lan Ha Bay, on the Four Seasons junk (4 cabins). As the other passengers could not come, we were alone on the junk, which made the experience unique.
The staff were lovely and attentive, and we ate extremely well. We spent the night in a small part of the bay, completely away from the crowds.
M C, Tripadvisor, October 2026 – couple, Four Seasons junk
★★★★★
We spent 2 days on the junk with one night on board, it was magical. Rustic but with a very comfortable bed, Hom and his captain took us to stunning, less touristy corners! Good to know: there is a cook on board who treated us, certainly one of the best tables in Vietnam!
They speak little English but enough to understand each other. It’s really a must, and we were lucky to be just the four of us (the boat is designed for 8).
Julie L, Tripadvisor, August 2026 – family
★★★★★
We loved spending two days and one night on the junk with my partner. The crew is very pleasant and attentive. John was always available and gave us plenty of advice and explanations about Vietnam. The meals were generous and well prepared. The activities are well organized and let you fully enjoy the bay and its scenery. We fully recommend this trip in Lan Ha Bay.
Jules C, Tripadvisor, October 2026 – couple
★★★★★
We spent an absolutely wonderful 24 hours in Lan Ha Bay! Everything was perfect, from the organization and communication with the agency to the cruise itself. The boat was superb, the staff lovely and always attentive, and the food truly exceptional, worthy of a very good restaurant! The scenery was magnificent and the program perfectly thought out. An unforgettable experience that we recommend without hesitation!
Justine P., Google, November 2026
★★★★★
We took the cruise on the Petit Prince boat. Everything was perfect. The atmosphere, the activities, the kindness of the crew. We chose 2 nights and it was perfect. The meals were delicious. An authentic junk.
We were in touch from the start with Yen Pham, who speaks French. She gave us good advice and above all was very responsive to our slightest question. The whole crew was attentive, and we shared great moments with them, on visits or at karaoke. Highly recommended!
Anouchka B, Google, October 2026 – Petit Prince Le Cœur junk
How do our tailor-made tours in Northern Vietnam work?
In the North, travelers highlight a program built with them, a pace that suits them and guides who open the doors of the villages.
These tours go from Mai Chau to Pu Luong, from Ninh Binh to the rice terraces of Sapa. For inspiration, browse our tours in Northern Vietnam.
★★★★★
A magical and unique experience. We contacted Parfum d’Automne to organize our trip to Vietnam. We wanted to discover part of the north of the country: Mai Chau, Pu Luong, Ninh Binh and Lan Ha Bay.
Mrs Hai understood our wishes and met all our expectations. She organized a fully personalized tour at our own pace. Khoa (our guide) and Mr Hai (our driver) were exceptional, both for their explanations and their incredible kindness […]
joanna B, Tripadvisor, October 2026 – couple
★★★★★
We did a 3-day, 2-night trek in the Sapa region. An unforgettable experience! Everything went smoothly: from our first contact from France with Tran Hai, who organized the 3 days according to what we wanted, to our guide Khanh on site, the route, the encounters, the accommodation…
Khanh gave us a huge amount of information about the region, local customs and those of the country. We spent 3 days in total immersion and had wonderful encounters, feeling as if we were alone in this vast region […]
Laetitia L, Tripadvisor, September 2026 – couple
★★★★★
Parfum d’Automne organized a 16-day tailor-made tour in northern Vietnam for us. The whole organization was wonderful, with a great guide and a very good driver. We highly recommend this very good agency and its high-quality team.
Claire C, Tripadvisor, October 2026 – friends
★★★★★
A very responsive agency that listens. Perfect organization, whether for the bus transfers or on the boat in Lan Ha Bay. And for the trek, a well-planned pace and easy contact with the locals thanks to our guide Minh, who was exceptional. I highly recommend them.
André-Franck R., Google, October 2026
Can Parfum d’Automne organize a multi-country trip?
Yes: our travelers regularly combine Vietnam with Cambodia, Laos or Thailand, with daily follow-up throughout their trip.
Flights, hotels and guides are arranged by the same team in Hanoi, from the first day to the last. See for example our Vietnam and Cambodia tours.
★★★★★
A tailor-made road trip, built while listening carefully to what we wanted. Flawless organization (3 weeks, 3 countries, 4 flights, 13 different hotels). Daily follow-up during the trip, which was very pleasant. Parfum d’Automne is an agency I highly recommend. A big thank you to the whole team and a special mention for Mathieu. If you are going to Asia, go with Parfum d’Automne without hesitation.
Marie C, Tripadvisor, August 2026 – Vietnam, Cambodia and Thailand
★★★★★
We spent 3 wonderful weeks organized by Parfum d’Automne. On the program: Angkor, Hanoi, Tam Coc, a junk cruise in Lan Ha Bay, then 8 days among the ethnic groups of the North with a 3-day trek. Good organization of transfers, a lovely cruise on the junk with very good meals, flexible with our requests to swap bookings on site. A wonderful trek among the ethnic groups with a great guide, Linh (very knowledgeable, good level of French).
FellowTraveler606284, Tripadvisor, October 2026 – Vietnam and Cambodia
How were these reviews selected?
These reviews are copied from Tripadvisor and Google, where travelers post them themselves, with their date and source, and translated from French.
We chose reviews posted between August and November 2026 that represent the trips we organize. They are translated from French; the […] sign indicates a longer review on the platform. We cannot edit or delete reviews published on these sites, and you will find all reviews, including older ones, on our Tripadvisor page and our Google listing.
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FAQ: Parfum d’Automne traveler reviews
Are the reviews on this page verified?
They are copied from Tripadvisor and Google, two independent platforms where travelers post their reviews themselves. We cannot edit or delete them, and each review comes with its source and date.
Where can I read all reviews of Parfum d’Automne?
On our Tripadvisor page and on our Google listing “Parfum d’Automne – Agence de voyage au Vietnam”. You will find all reviews there, including older ones, along with our replies.
How can I tell if a local travel agency in Vietnam is reliable?
Look at how long it has been operating, its international tour operator license, the number and dates of its reviews on independent platforms, and how detailed its quote is. A contact who replies quickly, in your language, and explains exactly what is included is also a good sign.
Do your guides speak English?
Yes, we work with English-speaking guides for our English-speaking travelers, and with French-speaking guides for our French-speaking travelers. On board our junks in Lan Ha Bay, the crew speaks English.
How is a tailor-made trip with Parfum d’Automne prepared?
You send us your dates, wishes and budget, then one of our travel advisors suggests a program. We adjust it together until it suits you, and our team in Hanoi follows up throughout your trip.
How can I leave a review after my trip?
Simply go to our Tripadvisor page or our Google listing and click “Write a review”. Every piece of feedback, positive or not, helps us improve and guides future travelers.
