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ABOUT ME

Bao Loc

Hello, my friends. I'm "Bao Loc", a native of Saigon, and I have a deep love for my city. Living here with my family — my wonderful wife, Bich, and our sons, Kaka (15 years old) and Messi (10 years old) — brings me immense joy. I founded Xin Chao Private Vietnam Tours in 2008, and since then, I've been fortunate to work with an amazing team, offering the best experiences of Saigon and Vietnam to my clients.

My journey as a tour guide began in 2005 when I worked at a local restaurant in downtown Saigon. I started helping travelers with Vietnamese language and navigating the city. Word spread, and I soon found myself assisting businesspeople and expats as well.

In 2008, I traveled with professors from Michigan University to evaluate a charity project. They enjoyed my hospitality and suggested I work as a freelance guide. This led to more opportunities, and I became recommended on TripAdvisor by satisfied customers.

I continually studied and traveled with my customers, offering customized tours throughout Vietnam. In 2015, I met Lara who helped me create a business page on TripAdvisor, and I changed the name to Xin Chao Private Vietnam Tours in 2017.

In 2020, the tourism industry was hugely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. I and my team successfully launched the “Gobooyaa” application within 15 months, helping free and independent travelers book private transportation better.

Until the present day, my continuous aspiration has been to provide customers with the most unique and memorable authentic experiences, spanning from the North to the South.

Every Day is a Good Day in Vietnam

Authentic Experiences

Discover the real Vietnam with my local experiences.

Flexibility

Customize your tour to suit your interests, schedule, and budget.

Affordable

Enjoy high-quality tours at affordable prices, without sacrificing authenticity.

Local Ambassadors

Connect with friendly locals who are eager to share their culture and traditions with you.

Off-the-Beaten-Path Adventures

Explore hidden gems and lesser-known destinations in Vietnam, away from the tourist crowds, for a unique and adventurous experience.

Memorable Experiences

Leave Vietnam with unforgettable memories and a desire to return.

Creating Lasting Values

My Services

Immerse yourself in the beauty of Vietnam with my custom tours, designed to showcase the authentic culture and hidden gems of my country. Together, we'll create unforgettable memories that will stay with you for a lifetime.

Giving Back

I have a strong passion for giving back through charitable activities, as it allows me to make a positive impact on others' lives. Giving back is an essential part of who I am, and I find great joy in using my resources to help those in need.

My Experiences

I love embarking on personal trips with my family and friends, exploring different destinations such as the US, Con Dao, the Son Islands, and indulging in exhilarating Vietnam riding adventures.

Where Customers Become Cherished Friends

Reviews

John and Liz B from England

I contacted Loc (Xin Chao Private Tours) from the UK and asked him to arrange a 3 week private tour for my wife and I. I am a photographer and the tour was based about that and us travelling off the beaten track to suitable locations. Loc understood what I was looking for and but together a great trip. He was extremely enthuisiastic and was happy to change things as we went along to fit in with what I was looking for. He was always prompt and attentive and his organisation and knowledge of the country was brilliant. Highly recommended, so much so that I am hoping to return to do a further trip in the far north with him.

Emiko and Arnaud from Hong Kong

When it comes to Vietnam tours, Loc stands as the unrivalled choice! Having previously enjoyed a tour of Ho Chi Minh with Loc, this time, we had the pleasure of his company in Hanoi for a comprehensive five-day exploration of this part of Vietnam. From arranging our accommodations and airport pickups to providing a dedicated driver and crafting a diverse itinerary, Loc managed every aspect with keen attention to our interests. Among the memorable highlights were an exciting and mouth-watering Hanoi evening foodie tour, the thrill of watching the train race along Train Street, and savouring a classic egg coffee at one of Hanoi's oldest coffee shops. Loc and the driver demonstrated an intimate knowledge of the city, expertly guiding us to its finest spots. The climax of our journey was a two-day, one-night cruise tour of Halong Bay, which granted us breathtaking views of the region's stunning limestone formations. Nothing was too much trouble for Loc, who consistently maintained his easygoing yet highly professional approach to every detail. Reuniting with him was a fantastic experience, and I wholeheartedly recommend touring Vietnam with him, regardless of your destination choice. You're guaranteed the most fantastic journey in the most capable hands.

Craig - Virginia USA

I spent three weeks in Vietnam with Xin Chao Private Vietnam Tours. This company provided me with a custom-designed tour to photograph rice terraces and minority villages that went above and beyond the standard tourist itinerary. My guide Loc provided unforgettable experiences and cultural connections, in both the mountainous north, and the Mekong Delta. Loc understood my desire to see less-touristy areas. We went to places that few tourists visit, but that were completely amazing and breathtaking. Loc had an exceptional way of breaking the ice with local people in the less-visited areas. The people were unfailingly friendly, and many times invited us into their homes for tea. Hanoi, with its Old Quarter, was vibrant with food and culture. Saigon is Loc's home, and he is proud to show it off. This is the second time I have used Xin Chao Private Vietnam Tours in my visits to Vietnam. Loc and his team far exceeded my expectations. The enthusiasm they have for touring (and photography!) really is extraordinary. If you have a desire for adventure, need to find a less-touristy cultural connection, or see stunning scenery, I highly recommend this company.

Joy and Kyle - Florida USA

My husband and I used this company for a 2 week private tour of Vietnam from Ho Chi Minh City all the way to Hanoi and beyond. It was an unforgettable experience that was surprisingly affordable. We learned about Loc and his tour company through friends who had booked a similar tour a couple of years prior. Every detail was taken care of. The only thing we had to do was book our flight to Vietnam and Loc took care of all the rest. His company booked all of our hotels, tours, intra-country flights and drivers. He was even waiting for us at the airport when we arrived. We experienced things we never would have found on our own. We went to restaurants that didn't have a single westerner in them; we had lunch at a restaurant in someone's backyard in the Mekong delta; we went to a small fish market in central Vietnam where we watched fish being bought right from the boat. We booked the mid-tier package so we were shocked at how nice all of the hotels were. They all had large, modern and comfortable rooms with excellent AC. We had a motorbike tour to 4 different restaurants in Ho Chi Minh, a country-side motorbike tour in Hoi An, saw countless temples and pagodas, hiked through the jungle, and even did an overnight cruise in Halong Bay. We had many encounters with locals thanks to Loc. He knew that our goal was to experience the culture so that's how he targeted our tour. He will customize each tour according to your preferences. I really do want to emphasize that this tour was surprisingly reasonably priced. We encountered a group taking a bus tour that followed the same basic path as our tour. Their tour was two days shorter and most of the excursions were "extra". The base cost of that tour was the same price as our longer, all inclusive private tour. Book any tour that Xin Chao Private Vietnam Tours offers. Each tour is meticulously planned and executed. You will not find a better tour operator.

Alec M - San Francisco

Amazing private tour of many different parts of Vietnam. Loc took us to both tourist and authentic spots to see all aspects of Vietnam. An overall great experience with so many different types of delicious food, great hotels, and an extra fun time with Loc as a guide and interpreter!

Let's go

Are you ready to embark on your Vietnamese adventure? Contact me today to start planning your customized tour or explore my carefully crafted package tours with Xin Chao Locals. I can't wait to welcome you to Vietnam with a warm "Xin Chao" and show you the beauty and hospitality of my country.

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