Day
1 // Hanoi //
Halong City // Welcome on board
Leave Hanoi by
private car/van at 8:30am arriving at the jetty around 12:30 pm.
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 1:00 pm, start a 3.5 hours cruise into miysitc 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 //
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 8:30 am.
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 // 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.
Trip
Price: Base on option of day 2
+ Option 1: USD 225 per person
+ Option 2: USD 240 per person
+ Option 3: USD 255 per person
Trip
price includes
• Return transfer Hanoi / Ha Long by A.C car / bus
• Boat cruise and kayaking as indicated within the itinerary
• English speaking customer service manager on board junk
• Accommodation in double or twin share or Single air condition
cabins for 2 nights
• All meals on board (two breakfasts, three lunches and 2 dinners).
• Admission fees and permits.
Trip
price does not includes
• Travel insurance
• Personal Expenses such as drinks from the Bar,
• Tips and Gratuities
