Asia Pioneer Travel

Asia Pioneer Travel

Asia Pioneer Travel
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Step into a world of bespoke adventures with Asia Pioneer Travel Co., Ltd. As a vibrant International Tour Operator, we unlock the hidden treasures of Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, and beyond, while crafting tailor-made package tours according to your wildest dreams. Whether you seek the harmony of a group expedition or the exclusivity of a personalized itinerary, our dedicated staff, both in our offices and on the ground, are eager to exceed your expectations. At Asia Pioneer Travel, we breathe life into the essence of exceptional customer service and genuine care, igniting a flame of wanderlust within you that will burn brightly for years to come.
Hanoi, Vietnam

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2024

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Tina Gee
Auckland, New Zealand10 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2024 • Family
My family and I stumbled across Asia Pioneer and we had the wonderful Chloe as our travel agent for our Vietnam/Thailand trip. Everything was organised for us, from the itinerary, to accommodation, tour guides, drivers, flights and activities.
It costed quite a bit, however well worth it if you don't want to worry about having to organise anything.

I highly recommend!!!
My only feedback would be that the payment system with Asia Pioneer is not straight forward and they invoice and quote in US $ so if you are from other countries tries the conversion rates and credit card fees etc become quite confusing and it ends up costing more than expected.

They request a 30% deposit upfront which is fine, but then you pay another amount a month th before the trip, and then the final amount in cash on the day of arriving in Vietnam.
I recommend you get the cash out in your country before arriving to Vietnam as the ATM's only allow you to get out a very small amount (3 million vietnamese dong) at a time.

However other than that, highly recommend !!
Written April 17, 2024
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Dear Tina Gee, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us. We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing trip to Vietnam and Thailand with APT, and we greatly appreciate your kind words about our dedicated travel designer, Chloe. It's wonderful to know that everything, from the itinerary to accommodation, tour guides, drivers, flights, and activities, was well-organized and met your expectations. We understand the payment system can be a bit complex due to currency conversions and fees, so we appreciate your feedback and will work on making it more straightforward for our clients. Once again, thank you for choosing Asia Pioneer Travel and for recommending our services. We look forward to continuing our partnership with you and assisting you with any future travel plans you may have. Warm regards, APT Team
Written April 22, 2024
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KymK76
35 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2024 • Family
Our trip was AAAAmazing. It was mostly a private tour with us joining a couple of group tours here and there. We went from the very top all the way down to Ho Chi Minh City - 17 days in total. Being a private trip it wasn’t as busy as the itinerary looked as we could move at our pace and got the sole attention of our knowledgeable guides. All the guides were fantastic and the information and experiences they shared with us was beyond our expectations. Annie organised our trip to what our requests were and also offered great suggestions. EVERYTHING was organised - visas, hotels, transfers etc. All our guides in each region touched base with us the day prior which eased any uncertainty with our transfers. Annie even met us before our overnight train trip departing Hanoi to ensure we had an easy check-in process and bought us some gifts and food to have on the train. We would highly recommend Annie to organise your trip to Vietnam, she made the experience so fluid and we had no worries about anything. We can’t wait to go back.
Written August 4, 2024
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Dear KymK76, We're thrilled to hear that your 17-day journey from the north to the south of Vietnam exceeded your expectations. It’s wonderful that the private tour allowed you to explore at your own pace while enjoying the exclusive attention of our knowledgeable guides. Annie, our amazing travel designer, takes great pride in crafting personalized trips, and we're delighted she was able to fulfill your requests and offer valuable suggestions. Your recommendation means the world to us, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure. Warm regards, APT Team
Written August 10, 2024
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Andris2577
Jakarta, Indonesia24 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2024 • Family
This is the first time my family went for vacation in Vietnam. I had my reservation at first as we never been there.

Our travel consultant, Stella, had several discussions with us to really customize the trip based on our wants, she is very responsive and professional.

We started from Ho Chi Minh, as we want to start from South instead of North. Our first guide was Mr. Phong. He was an older gentleman with very extensive knowledge of Vietnamese history.

From there we flew to Hoi An, because we wanted to experience the old city rather than the buzzling Danang. We had Anh Vinh, we called him Vinh for short as our guide. I would highly recommend him as your guide in Hoi An, as he is local and he is very nice and accommodating and attentive to our needs. Vinh feels like family from the first hour we were with him. We explored Hoi An, Ba Na Hills and Hue with Vinh. We also had the foodie tour that is very memorable as we get to taste the local famous spots.

In Hue, we had foodie tour with T, Anh Tuan is his name but preferred to be called T to ease us. This is exquisite, we had some of our best food here in Hue and tasted our first Coconut Coffee and also Salted Coffee.

We flew to Hanoi afterwards and met Tommy. We stayed at Old Quarter, Allure Hotel, also very recommended. Tommy is very well versed in the history and also the food in Hanoi. He took us for a walking tour at Old Quarters and had excellent street foods, great experience at Ninh Binh where we cruised the river and climbed stairs to the pagoda.

From Hanoi we went to SAPA and met Bob who is a local Tay Li tribesman, one of the 6 minorities in SAPA. We went hiking to a waterfall, tracking to Lao Cai and seeing how the Hmong people live, had one of the best Salted Coffee while tracking and went to Fansipan, roof of IndoChina. Bob is very fluent in English which makes it easy for us.

After SAPA, Stella arranged for us to go to Ha Long Bay and spent the night on a cruise that was very worth the view. We used Peony Cruise.

All of the Guides speak English well and have extensive knowledge of each city or region we visited. Which makes the whole trip memorable and I can't wait to come again to Vietnam.
Written January 3, 2025
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Lindsey C
15 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2024 • Family
We just returned from a 10 day trip through Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia. Our agent Lizzie did a fantastic job making our itinerary perfect for our family (2 adults and 2 children 7/9). Having the opportunity to travel without any major worries was amazing. Knowing that I had guides and drivers readily available during my trip and not being put on the spot for last minute things made this trip even better. Being 100% confident in my schedule made the packing and prepping so much easier for me as a mother. I knew exactly what my kids would need and that I wouldn’t be put in a position to find random things I might need.
Lizzie was super accommodating whenever I would reach out and try to change anything on our itinerary. Every time I mentioned that my kids might not enjoy something she was quick to offer an even better option. Everything she did was for our comfort. We were even able to meet other team members in person during our trip and it made it so special for us. I highly recommend using Asia pioneer travel for your trips.
Written July 26, 2024
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Dear Lindsey C, Thank you for sharing your inspiring journey through Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia with us! We're delighted to hear that your experience was seamless and perfectly tailored to your family’s needs. It's wonderful to know that our travel designer, Lizzie, was meticulous in planning and responsiveness for your worry-free travel. We're grateful for your heartfelt recommendation and look forward to helping you create more extraordinary memories in the future. Warm regards, APT Team
Written July 27, 2024
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JackandLaurieB
93 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2024 • Couples
Special thanks to Lizzie Pham and the Asia Pioneer Travel Team for an incredible experience in Vietnam, Cambodia, and Thailand in November 2024. They were always available from our original booking through our travels, and selected knowledgeable, professional, and friendly guides and drivers. My wife and I had the trip of a lifetime. My sister had made a similar trip, with Asia Pioneer, in February and strongly recommended them. We had considered a large tour group and realized, that for approximately the same price, we could have our own private tour. Our ability to be flexible was an advantage not available to large tour groups. Every day was well planned and full of sights and activities. What made this trip extra special was our experience with the local culture which was an important goal. We will always remember taking a Vespa tour through Hanoi learning about the local religion, tasting fruit in the market, and fully appreciating the significance of the tea culture. Biking around a small island on the Mekong Delta, being rowed in the small waterways, making candy with a local family, and catching our own fish to eat for dinner was a highlight. Exploring a local Cambodian floating village and sipping coconut milk while on a floating restaurant (with caged crocodiles) just added to the adventure. Taking a tuk-tuk around Bangkok walking through the Flower market and watching them make Pad-Thai (my favorite) and eating it was yet another “WOW”. The nighttime was yours and with local car or tuk-tuk service being inexpensive we were able to have drinks, on the rooftop, at the famous Caravelle Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City, enjoy Hanoi street food, Pub Street and the Phare Circus in Siem Reap, and eat incredible street food in Bangkok. We are so glad that we had the Asia Pioneer TravelTeam manage this remarkable journey.
Written November 30, 2024
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Dear JackandLaurieB, Thank you for sharing an incredible review of your lifetime adventure with Asia Pioneer Travel! We’re thrilled to hear that Lizzie Pham, our amazing travel designer, helped create a seamless and unforgettable journey through Vietnam, Cambodia, and Thailand. It’s heartwarming to know you enjoyed the flexibility of a private tour and that immersing in the local culture added so much value to your experience. From Vespa tours in Hanoi to floating villages in Cambodia and tuk-tuk adventures in Bangkok, your vivid descriptions of the highlights truly capture the essence of what makes Southeast Asia so special. We’re honored to have been part of this memorable journey and deeply appreciate your recommendation. Should you plan another adventure, we’d love to help you explore even more of this beautiful region! Warm regards, APT Team
Written December 5, 2024
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Deval P
3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2024 • Friends
We had an incredible 18-day journey through Vietnam and Cambodia, meticulously planned and organized by Chloe. This was truly one of our best holidays! Chloe went above and beyond to ensure all our requests were accommodated, displaying exceptional flexibility and professionalism. She handled last-minute itinerary changes seamlessly, ensuring everything ran smoothly. Thanks to her attention to detail and dedication, our trip was not only hassle-free but also deeply enjoyable. We can’t recommend Chloe and the Asia Pioneer Travel group highly enough for an unforgettable travel experience!
Written January 4, 2025
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Dear Deval P, Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience! We're thrilled to hear that your 18-day trip was so memorable. Chloe, our amazing travel designer, will be delighted to know how much you appreciate her attention to detail, flexibility, and dedication to making your holiday seamless and enjoyable. It’s truly rewarding to hear that everything ran smoothly and you had an unforgettable journey. Asia Pioneer Travel is so grateful for your recommendation and looks forward to helping you plan future adventures. Warm Regards, APT Team
Written January 10, 2025
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Culture781645
Brisbane, Australia17 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2024 • Family
We wanted to travel though Laos, Vietnam and into Cambodia and decided the best way would be to find a tour agency to assist and organise for us given we have not been before. We were travelling to Malaysia first then Thailand then onto Laos, but would manage the first part ourselves. We selected Asia Pioneer Travel and were assigned Lizzie as our travel expert. We briefed her on an outline of where we wanted to go and for how long and she managed it all from there. In preparing the itinerary, we continued to have a say in places to stay at and things to do after her recommendations. We found the whole planning process fun and making us already look forward to our adventure. Lizzie was so helpful in organising, ensuring we were prepared and informed and really quick to respond to our emails and questions. But our surprise was just how good her selection of adventure, tour guides and drivers as well as accommodation were. Tour guides were so prompt, attentive, flexible if we wanted to change anything given the hot climate and great with speaking english and the drivers so experienced navigating through at time heavy traffic and always offering things like cold drinks and ice cold flannels as we return from our walks. Our adventures were just so good especially given as first time to these countries, it was easy to feel a love for the people there and recognise their resilience and energy especially the young generation coming through. Some of our guides went above and beyond being happy to stay with us at night time and show us placers to eat, shop and relax. Behind all this was the support from Asia Pioneer Travel with Lizzie in constant contact to ensure all was well and knowing any issues were just a phone call away. We had 24 days and not one glitch the whole time. An example would be a guide taking us to catch a train and not leaving till we were firmly settle in our train compartment. No definitely couldn't ask any more from a service provider and these memories we have made will be cherished forever. Something tells me we will be back sometime later to enjoy seeing the land, food and people of this part of our world.
As to the negatives on our trip, the only one was the weather being unlucky to strike Halong Bay trip when it was really cold. The day we got off the boat was perfect and great temperature! It didn't stop us though enjoying the great sights, boat trips and people on board.
Fantastic trip thank you Asia Pioneer Travel
Written June 7, 2024
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Dear Culture781645, Thank you so much for your detailed and heartfelt review of your 24-day journey through Laos, Vietnam, and Cambodia with Asia Pioneer Travel. We are thrilled to hear that your trip was unforgettable and amazing. It was a pleasure for Lizzie, our amazing travel designer, and our team to assist you in planning and organizing your adventure. We are glad to know that you found the planning process enjoyable and that Lizzie’s recommendations and quick responses contributed to your excitement and anticipation. We understand that the weather during your Halong Bay trip was less than ideal, but we’re glad it didn’t dampen your spirits or enjoyment of the sights and experiences. Thank you for choosing Asia Pioneer Travel and for your high recommendation. We look forward to welcoming you back to explore more of this beautiful part of the world. Warm regards, APT Team
Written June 10, 2024
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Tran D
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2024 • Family
I had the pleasure of working with Winston as my travel designer, and I cannot recommend his services highly enough! From the very beginning, Winston demonstrated exceptional attention to detail, creativity, and professionalism. He took the time to understand my preferences, needs, and budget, crafting a personalized itinerary that exceeded all my expectations.
His communication throughout the process was impeccable, and he was always available to address any questions or concerns promptly.

To: Hải, Công , Tuấn , Thắng

I wanted to take a moment to thank you for being so friendly and helpful during our recent trip. Your professionalism and positive attitude made the experience truly enjoyable and stress-free.

I deeply appreciate the effort you put into ensuring everything went smoothly. Thank you once again for your excellent service!

@ Cong & Thắng: Thank you so much for looking after Mum ❣️

Highly recommend! 10/10 🌟
Written December 26, 2024
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Dear Tran D, Thank you so much for your heartfelt review! We’re delighted that Winston exceeded your expectations with his personalized planning and exceptional service. Your kind words about Hải, Công, Tuấn, and Thắng truly mean a lot to us, and we’re thrilled they made your trip stress-free and enjoyable. It was our pleasure to look after you and your mum, and we’re grateful for your trust in us. We look forward to assisting you with more unforgettable journeys in the future. Warm regards, APT Team
Written December 27, 2024
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Max Williams
Iwakuni, Japan8 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2024 • Family
We recently returned from a last-minute tour (planned one week prior!) of Vietnam organized by an exceptional travel agent from Asia Pioneer Travel, and we couldn’t be happier with our experience. Annie, our travel agent, was absolutely amazing from start to finish. She went above and beyond to ensure every detail of our trip was perfect, even on such short notice.

The tours arranged for us were outstanding. Each tour guide (Ms. Kim in Hoi An and Mr. Tuan in Hanoi) was not only extremely friendly but also incredibly knowledgeable, sharing fascinating insights about Vietnam’s history, culture, and traditions. Traveling with our three-year-old son could have been challenging, but the organized tours made everything seamless and stress-free.

The hotels booked for us (Palm Resort in Hoi An and the Intercontinental in Nha Trang) were both fantastic! Clean rooms and outstanding service were prevalent at both. The vehicles provided were spotlessly clean and very comfortable, which was a huge plus for our family. The drivers were professional and outstanding throughout the trip, ensuring we traveled safely and comfortably every step of the way. We routinely felt like VIP’s being shuttled from one location to the next.

Annie and her team truly made this trip unforgettable. We highly recommend Asia Pioneer Travel, and Annie, to anyone looking to explore Vietnam. They made everything so easy and enjoyable—we’re already looking forward to planning our next adventure with them!
Written December 30, 2024
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Dear Max, Thank you for sharing your amazing experience! We’re thrilled to hear that Annie and the team made your last-minute adventure to Vietnam seamless and unforgettable. It’s wonderful that Ms. Kim and Mr. Tuan’s insights brought the culture and history to life, and we’re so glad traveling with your little one was stress-free. Your kind words about the accommodations, spotless vehicles, and professional drivers mean the world to us. Thank you for your recommendation—we can’t wait to help you plan your next unforgettable journey! Warm regards, APT Team
Written January 4, 2025
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Shanden S
19 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2024 • Couples
After a business trip to Ho Chi Minh City we were looking at doing a 2 week trip to take in the sights around Vietnam. Looking at reviews online we came across Asia Pioneer Travel and were very impressed with their quick response and recommendations. We let them know what we were interested in, Cherry, our assigned travel agent came up with an absolute perfect itinerary which included Cambodia, Hanoi , a cruise on Ha Long Bay as well as other great tours. Everything worked like clockwork and all the flights, transport, tours , private guides, and Hotels were amazing and we would not change a thing. We would definitely come back again. And Highly recommend them and Cherry and Asia Pioneer Travel.
Written August 11, 2024
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Dear Shanden S We're thrilled to hear that after your business trip, Asia Pioneer Travel was able to create the perfect two-week adventure through Vietnam and Cambodia for you. It’s wonderful that Cherry, our amazing travel designer, crafted an itinerary that perfectly matched your interests, including highlights like Hanoi, a Ha Long Bay cruise, and unforgettable tours. We're glad to know everything went smoothly and that all the arrangements—from flights to private guides—were impressive. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we're grateful for the opportunity to have been a part of your journey. We hope to assist you with more incredible adventures in the future! Warm regards, APT Team
Written August 16, 2024
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