Those who visit Ha Long Bay are rarely left untouched by the power and beauty of the site. However, if you come to Ha Long and don't take the opportunity to closely explore this marvel, you may miss some of the unique sites that give the bay its legend. The Bay is truly a natural wonder with over 3000 islands and endless limestone grottos to explore.
On the Huong Hai Junk we take you to the must see highlights of Halong Bay and offer a host of activities for you including swimming, visiting amazing caves on foot or in your kayak to closely explore the karsts, grottos, lagoons and floating village, trekking in Cat Ba National Park or lazing on the deck. Highlights: Boating, cave visiting, relaxing or kayaking and or trekking.
Day 1: Hanoi - Halong Bay ( L, D )
08:00: Pick up at your hotel in Hanoi and drive through scenic countryside areas to Halong Bay.
12.15 pm: Arrive in Ha Long city, board our traditional wooden junk boat, Huong Hai Junk, for an overnight journey. Sip on a refreshing welcome drink upon check in before you begin your cruise through the bay. Feast on a delicious lunch as you cruise among hundreds of islets (Dinh Huong islet, Ga Choi – Fighting Cock islet, Dog islet, Finger islet, etc.) to discover unspoilt pockets of Halong Bay and visit Sung Sot cave, one of the most imposing grottos of the Bay. Swim at Soi Sim beach or Titov beach or a short trek to the top of Titov mountain for a magnificent panorama scenery. 7.30pm: Enjoy your dinner with fresh seafood on board. 9.00pm: Squid fishing or relax and chatting with your partner, friends, family. Overnight on Ha Long Bay aboard Huong Hai Junk. For those who book kayaking option: After visiting Amazing cave, you can go kayaking from Soi Sim beach to Luon Cave to enjoy the quiet atmosphere of the bay (or from Bo Nau cave, to Soi Sim beach to TiTov).
Meals: Lunch, dinner
Day 2: Halong - Hanoi
7.00am: For early risers complimentary tea, coffee, fruit and cake are served. 8.00am: Visit Luon cave on small bamboo boat paddle by out crew staff and enjoy the quiet atmosphere enclosed by high islets and mountains. Be back to our Huong Hai Junk. Sail past rock formations such as Man’s Head islet, Tortoise islet, Butterfly cave, Lion islet, Bai Tho mountain, enjoy the tranquil scenery as the boat meanders its way through the bay on the way back to Ha Long city, etc. Arrange your luggage and do the check out onboard at around 9.00 am. Enjoy a wholesome brunch as your boat weaves through strange-shaped limestone rock formations. 11.45am: Arrive back at Ha Long city for disembarkation where your driver waits to take you back to your Hanoi. Trip ends. Transfer option by shuttle bus. Arrive Hanoi city at around 4.00pm.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Note:
The FOC Rate for children under 5 years old is applicable for 1 (one) child sharing a cabin with 2 (two) adults.
The Child Rate for children from 5 to 12 years old is applicable for 1 (one) child sharing a cabin with 2 (two) adults. In case the child occupies the sole cabin, the rate for adults is applied.
Free of charge for child below the age of 5 years old traveling with parents limiting to one child per booking only. Part A can not guarantee the availability of a cot.
Child from the age of 13 must solely occupy a cabin and pay full cabin rate.
Tour price:
Cabin Grade
Single
Double/ Twin
Standard cabin
US$ 130
US$ 100
Deluxe cabin
US$ 155
US$ 115
Child 5 -12 years old
60
Child under 5 years old
FOC
Tour includes:
Car Transfers to and from Ha Long city
Cruise Itinerary and Program
One welcome drink per passenger on board.
Entrance and sightseeing fees
Complimentary mineral water in room
Lunch and dinner as itinerary
Morning tea, coffee and cake
Farewell brunch in the last day of itinerary
Kayaking on the 2nd day (applied for 3 days 2 nights itinerary only)
In-house English or French speaking Tour Guide (French speaking Tour Guide need to be reserved in advanced and subject to availability)
Accommodation on Huong Hai Junk Cabin with A/C, private bathroom with hot water and shower
Insurance on board, Taxes and Service Charges
Tour excludes:
Airfares
Visa Arrangements
Kayaking (2 days 1 night itinerary & on the 1st day of 3 days 2 nights itinerary)