Our Story
DCT Responsible Travel was born from a love for our country and a desire to support the growth of sustainable tourism in Vietnam
Our founder Ms. Lam Dang began her career in 2007 working for leading sustainable travel companies, designing tourism itineraries, and traveling Northern Vietnam extensively. Her work brought her to many remote places and introduced her to many worthwhile community tourism projects. On a trip to Pu Luong in 2022, she was inspired to open her own company. She named it ‘Đi Chậm Thôi’, meaning, ‘to go slowly and deeply.’
DCT Responsible Travel launched in May 2022 with a small office in Cau Go St. in Hanoi’s Old Quarter. From there we crafted accessible adventures for travelers looking for a deeper experience of Vietnam. Sustainable from the start, we pioneered tours in lesser-known destinations, and partnered with ethnic communities, nature reserves, and local guides to create immersive itineraries in beautiful, peaceful corners across North Vietnam.
In 2023 we moved to a new location in Tay Ho, and expanded our offerings to Vietnam’s three regions, encompassing adventure, cultural, coastal, educational and volunteer tourism, as well as in-destination services. Today we are a small team of six people, all sharing the same vision for a sustainable future for tourism in Vietnam.
Every tour we create is rooted in the principles of responsible travel and promises to bring travelers closer to the soul of Vietnam.
Our Values
How we work and move in the world
Our Team
The people powering our mission
Behind every trip we organise is a small group of dedicated people united by passion for travel and pride in our country. Each journey is curated by our experienced creators, led by passionate young guides, organized by our lean operation team, and operated by our friends in the communities we serve
Our Ethos
How we practice responsible travel in our tours
While we aim to connect travelers with extraordinary experiences across our country, we also aspire to form meaningful collaborations with local partners and make substantial contributions towards the vision of a sustainable Vietnam.
Local partners
We prioritise local guides and services, especially in remote and rural areas.
Alternative locations
We highlight unspoiled areas, reducing pressure on over-touristed locations.
No-waste trips
We aim for plastic-free journeys, and gifts guests with reusable shopping bags.
Sustainable stays
We choose accommodation partners who are committed to sustainable operations.
Fair collaboration
We treat communities, partners, and employees with respect and generosity.
Wildlife protection
Our guides follow and enforce environmentally sound practices when in nature.
