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:Welcome On Board (Lunch/Dinner)
Leave
Hanoi by private car/van at 8:30am arriving at the jetty around
12:30pm. Our crew welcomes you on board the Lagoon Explorer 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.
Day 2:Trekking In Cat Ba National Park - 3 Hours
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.
Day 3:Retreat & Brunch
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.
¤ Double/Twin cabin on the cruise
¤ Meals specified in tour program
¤ Boat trips specified the tour program
¤ All entrance, permission and visiting fees
¤ Meals which do not specify in the program
¤ Personal travel insurance
¤ All personal expenses
¤ All gratuities and tips
¤ Everything not mentioned in the program
¤ Transportation: