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Day 1: Hanoi - Halong Bay Kayaking
Today we depart hotel at 8h00 and drive towards Halong Bay, truly one of Vietnam's most scenic impressive sights. On arrival in Halong Town we are welcomed on a traditional junk with a refreshing drink and get some boat information as well as kayak orientation. This is time for us to settle into a private comfortable cabin and unpack for a five days exploring Halong Bay. The traditional boat cruises through Dinh Huong island , Ga Choi island, Sung Sot cave before it anchors at Soi Sim area, giving us a free hand kayaking. We row our kayak passing by the limestone karst formations which are littered with beaches and beautiful caves. At sunset we regroup at the escort boat for relaxation and dinner. The night paddle is available for kayaking fervors. O/N on board. (B,L,D)

Day 2: Halong Bay - Cua Van - Ba Ham Kayaking
The sailing junks navigating past over 3,000 limestone islands and outcrops jutting out of the clear and emerald water of the bay make for a marvelous scene. We have an option to get up early to admire the splendid landscape and see the fishmen on a morning catch. The huge breakfast is an impressive way to start our active day. We continue cruising towards Ba Ham area for the second kayaking. Today we paddle around this scenic zone at our pace to explore the mystical rock formations, hidden caves as well as many secluded lagoons. The kayaking is not only activity in places. You have plenty of time for you own pleasure; swimming or simply soaking up the sunshine. O/N on board. (B,L,D)

Day 3: Halong - Lan Ha Bay Kayaking - Ba Trai Dao
Upon leaving our last night stop area we weave our way towards Lan Ha Bay. On arrival we get down to the turquoise water and row our kayak past the spectacular rock formations of various shapes and sizes. The modern kayaking equipment will enable rower to easily maximize on speed and venture into the many hidden lagoons or secluded caves. They are particularly difficult to be accessed by different means of transport. We paddle across an open sea area to Ba Trai Dao. These unspoiled beaches are an ideal place for anyone seeking an enjoyable escape. The perfect way to round off our day is a sunset paddle or leisurely swim on beaches. O/N on board. (B,L,D)

Day 4: Halong Bay - Hang Hanh - Cong Do Kayaking
The scenic impressive scenery of Halong Bay looks endless. Today we continually explore this world famous wonder and soak up the sunshine and sea as much as we want by spending our time kayaking. The next paddling site is Hanh cave which is naturally decorated with magnificent stalactites and stalagmites. They are fabulous for photograph hunters. We discover a scenic grotto by kayak before heading towards Cong Do island in Bai Tu Long. This secluded area is almost off tourist excursions however it is a wonderful site for an exciting afternoon paddling. The programme may be amended depending on tide conditions. At nightfall we embark our escort boat to relax and enjoy a refreshing drink from the bar. O/N on board. (B,L,D)

Day 5: Halong Bay - Tam Cung Kayaking - Hanoi
The traditional escort boat delivers us near Tam Cung cave. We spend few more hours rowing our kayak past Hon Am, May Den and Ba Lai rocks. These imposing islets are aptly named by their distinctive shapes. The amazing blend of the towering islands and the turquoise water is nothing short of spectacular. By mid morning we complete our exciting kayaking adventure and arrange our luggage to cruise back to the Halong pier. The shuttle bus will pick us up for a return journey. The trip ends after arrival in Hanoi. (B,L)

CRUISE INFORMATION:

There are some main differences on the boat/junk types as the following:

Space on the boat, with the standard one - you would have to expect small size boat, from your bedroom to the sun deck, whilst the Superior & Deluxe class will have larger sized dining area that is warm and cozy, more importantly with comfort in your cabins (larger bed, bigger glassed window) as well as the sunbath area (with comfortable chairs)

Toilet & shower on boat/junk, if you wish to have comfort in your privacy, Standard boat will not be a choice since the toilet is normally outside (shared bathrooms), while Superior will offer this and you will even find it better at Deluxe class.

Facilities on the Superior and Deluxe boat are up-to-date international standard, good air-conditioning in the cabin, fine toilet facilities whilst there is normally a fan in the cabin at the standard boat.

Well trained, devoted and courtesy staff will always make your stay unforgettable on the Superior and Deluxe junk.

Halong Bay is beautiful and we suggest enjoy it in Superior or Deluxe Junk, paying a bit more but you will find it worth every cents you pay for.

KAYAK INFORMATION:

The kayaking equipments consist of paddle, dry bag, life jacket, flash light and sit on top kayak or sit inside kayak. The sit on top kayak has a length of 4 meters and 1 or 2 seats. The sit inside kayak also measures 4 meters and and 1 or 2 seats.