Halong Bay: A fairy tale cruise

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Halong Bay: A fairy tale cruise

Brief itinerary

Location Vietnam
Duration 3 days/2 nights
Tour Type Private

1 : Hanoi – Halong Bay / Cruise, Sightseeing and Relaxation (L,D)
2 : Continuation of the Cruise / Surprise Cave – Kayaking – Pearl Farm Visit (B,L,D)
3 : Continuation of the Cruise / Titop Beach – Disembarkation – Return to Hanoi (B,L)

Circuit Highlights

Enjoy a complete escape in the enchanting landscapes of Halong Bay.
Discover unique sites and some of the bay’s most beautiful caves, along with an interesting visit to a pearl farm.
Meet local fishermen and enjoy meaningful opportunities for cultural exchange and insight into life on the bay.
Take part in a variety of fun and active experiences: kayak across emerald waters, begin the morning with Tai Chi overlooking the bay, enjoy board games, try squid fishing, or unwind with a relaxing massage. Food lovers can also join the chef for a demonstration of artistic fruit and vegetable carving and Vietnamese dish decoration.
Experience a true sense of adventure as you explore spectacular caves and continue through a wild island landscape on an unforgettable walk surrounded by nature.

The indicated price applies to the standard programme. The cruise can be fully customized, including the duration, sampan category and other services.
Contact us for more details!

For this cruise, we have carefully selected a 4-star boutique junk boat, offering an intimate and comfortable experience.

Elegantly decorated with refined details, the junk is considered one of the most luxurious vessels in Halong Bay.

Throughout your stay, the attentive crew will be at your service, providing high-quality and personalized service to ensure a smooth, comfortable and memorable journey.

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Program Description (3 )

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1 Hanoi – Halong Bay / Cruise, Sightseeing and Relaxation (L,D)

Meet the shuttle at around 07:45 for departure to Halong Bay.

12:15: Board the shared junk boat. Welcome drink followed by a cruise briefing.

13:15–14:00: Lunch (à la carte menu) is served on board.

Massage service is available after lunch and throughout the cruise. Please book your session with the boat manager.

14:00–16:00: The junk cruises through Halong Bay, surrounded by spectacular scenery dotted with thousands of islands and islets in distinctive shapes, such as Fighting Cock Islet and Sea Dog Islet, rising from the emerald waters.

16:00: Arrival at Cua Van Fishing Village. To explore the village, you can choose either to paddle a kayak or take a sampan rowed by local villagers. Guests choosing kayaking will be accompanied by a guide.

17:30: The junk heads towards the Luon Bo area for the night.

18:30–19:00: Join our Chef for a demonstration of artistic fruit and vegetable carving. You will also learn how to decorate and prepare several traditional Vietnamese dishes.

18:00–19:00: Enjoy Happy Hour: buy one drink and get one free (excluding bottles of wine).

19:30: Dinner is served on board.

20:45: Enjoy a variety of evening activities on board, including Happy Hour, board games and squid fishing.

21:00–22:00: Second Happy Hour.

23:00: Overnight on board in a private cabin with a private bathroom.

Note: The English-speaking guide on board assists all passengers during the cruise.

2 Continuation of the Cruise / Surprise Cave – Kayaking – Pearl Farm Visit (B,L,D)

06:45: Coffee, tea and pastries are served in the dining room.

07:00: You may begin the day with a Tai Chi session on the sundeck.

07:45: Breakfast is served in the dining room.

08:30–15:30: Transfer to the day boat, a spacious and comfortable wooden junk. This allows you to explore some of the less-visited areas of the bay.

Continue with a visit to Surprise Cave (Sung Sot Cave), described as one of the most beautiful caves in Halong Bay.

Enjoy a kayaking excursion around Luon Cave, weather permitting.

Lunch is served in the dining room on board.

After lunch, the cruise continues with a visit to a pearl farm.

15:30: Return to the Indochina Sails junk boat. Relax on the sun loungers while the boat cruises towards a safe overnight anchorage.

19:30: Dinner is served on board.

After dinner, you are free to join evening activities such as board games, squid fishing or a massage service (at your own expense).

3 Continuation of the Cruise / Titop Beach – Disembarkation – Return to Hanoi (B,L)

06:45: Coffee, tea and pastries are served in the dining room.

07:00: Enjoy a 30-minute Tai Chi session on the deck to start the day.

07:45–09:00: Transfer to Titop Island. A walk to the summit rewards you with a magnificent panoramic view over Halong Bay.

Afterwards, enjoy some free time relaxing on the beach or swimming in the emerald waters.

09:00: Return to the junk boat and check out of your cabin (30 minutes)

09:30: Brunch is served in the dining room while the junk returns to Tuan Chau port.

11:00: Arrival at the port.

Disembark and return to Hanoi by shuttle bus.

The shuttle drops you off at your hotel or at the original departure point.

Detailed Pricing

Number of Participants	1 pax	2 pax
Price / person	533$	397$

The cruise with the 4* Junk based on 02 pax / DBL or TWN Cabin
The supplement for SGL Cabin (Single room) will be charged for those who want it.
The price of this cruise may change depending on your choice with the 5-star Junk (to be seen according to your desire)