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Scenic Halong Bay, with its emerald seas,
rests beautifully over the Red River Delta. This region,
"the Bay of the Descending Dragon", is dotted with
more than 3,000 mountainous islands, each with its own unique
landscape. The islands are famous for their dolomite and
limestone rock formations, many of which have been given
names. Natural grottos, fjords, land tunnels and inlets are
also common. During the Vietnam War, numerous large ships
sailed through the open waters of the bay and now an excursion
by junk, cruises or fishing boat gives you the memorable
experience of sailing past silent, sea-girt caves and around
the spectacular formations, tasting fresh and authentic
Vietnamese cuisines, breathing cool breezing from the Gulf of
Tonkin and enjoying a romantic night with your sweet hearts
under the starry sky. That's all we can say how fantastic
Halong is and how amazing our junk cruise you will feel
because it's simply the best that we can offer you.
Day 1: Hanoi - Halong Bay -
Welcome on board
Leave Hanoi by private car/van at 8:30am arriving at the jetty
around 12:30pm. Our crew welcomes you on board the Dragon's
Pearl Junk, enjoy welcome drink, check-in to your cabin. Lunch
with fresh seafood is served at 1:00pm, start a 3.5 hours
cruise into mystic Halong Bay to see the amazing karsts with
different formations: Mat Qui (Monster’s face) islet, But
Moc islet, Cap De islet, Trong (Drum) cave, Trinh Nu cave,
floating fishing village, with its unique way of life. Then
head to Luon cave, enjoy swimming, sun bathing at Ti Top beach
or climb the peak of the mountain for a breath-taking panorama
view of Halong bay. Dinner and overnight aboard junk.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Halong Bay discovery
Early risers can enjoy a morning view of Bay’s landscape.
Sitting on the upper deck, you can relax and take in the
breath-taking beauty of the rocky islands rising from the
crystal-clear water of the bay. Breakfast is at 8:00am. After
breakfast, there are 3 options to choose from. All start from
8:30am.
Option 1 (Relaxing): After breakfast, start cruising
South to explore Lan Ha Bay, along the way seeing more of the
fascinating Limestone formations like Trong (Drum) cave, Con
Coc islet, Mieng Giuong islet, floating fishing village, Ba
Trai Dao islet, to swim at the quiet beaches of Cat Ba
National Park, BBQ lunch on the beach or on board the Lagoon
Explorer. More time for swimming & relaxing. Then cruise
back to visit Dark & Bright cave, and then cruise to the
Drum cave area for sunset. Dinner & overnight on board.
Option 2 (Trekking in Cat Ba National Park - 3 hours): After
breakfast, start cruising to Cat Ba National Park, passing
floating fishing villages along the way. Trekking through
remote Viet Hai Village on winding trail with limestone cliffs
rising from ground beside, you will have a chance to discover
the traditional life of local residents. Climb up to the peak
of the mountain for a panorama view of Halong bay and Viet Hai
valley, the heart of Cat Ba National Park, lunch in the
village. Trek back to the boat and cruise to the Drum cave
area for sunset. Dinner & overnight on board.
Option 3 (Sea Kayak Discovery): After breakfast, cruise
south to the kayaking area where you will be given some
primary paddling instruction by our expert on how to paddle
safely and comfortably. You and your guide will explore the
mystical bay. There will be a lot of swimming, visiting hidden
beaches or a lagoon cave (depending on tidal condition). BBQ
lunch on the beach or on board the Lagoon Explorer. Cruise and
explore Dark & Bright cave before heading back to Drum
cave area for dinner & overnight on board.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Retreat & Brunch - Hanoi
Early risers can enjoy a morning view of bay’s landscape
with a cup of tea or coffee with breakfast. Sitting on the
upper deck, you can relax while taking in the breath-taking
beauty of the rocky islands rising from the crystal-clear
water of the bay. After breakfast explore Sung Sot cave (8:00
to 9:00), swim and relax at Soi Sim beach. At 9:30 boat starts
cruising back to the jetty while brunch is served from 10:30
to 11:30. We continue cruising through the bay, along the way
seeing more of the fascinating formations. Checkout is at
11:45. Boat arrive at harbor by 12:00 for the drive back to
Hanoi.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
What
to bring
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Sun
block
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Camera
+ Film
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Insect
repellent
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Original
Passport
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Wide
brim hat
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Swimming
clothes
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Sun
glasses
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