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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: 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 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: 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.
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.
What to bring
Sun block
Camera + Film
Insect repellent
Original Passport
Wide brim hat
Swimming clothes
Sun glasses
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