Introduction:
Located in the northeast of Vietnam, in Quang Ninh Province, Halong Bay covers an area of 1,553 square km, including 1,969 islands. Halong’s islands are concentrated in two main areas – in the southeast (Bai Tu Long Bay) and the southwest (Halong Bay). Halong is famous all over the world for the majestic beauty of the dense rocks and islands, and the natural caves in the centre of Halong Bay. It is twice recognised as a World Natural Heritage Site by UNESCO.
Itinerary:
Day 1: Hanoi – Halong Bay ( L, D )
08h00: Pick up from your hotel in Hanoi. Drive to Halong City through the paddy fields in the Red River Delta.
10H00: Stopover on the way for refreshments
12h00: Arrive at Tuan Chau Wharf – Break and photo opportunities
12h30: Board Glory Cruises for departure. A welcome drink will be served
13h00: Lunch is served while cruising through the bay
15h30: Visit exciting Cua Van fishing village, the village is free from busy roads and streets, electric lights, houses and high rise buildings. Instead, there are only herds of little boats and rafts. You will have the chance to discover the traditional culture and customs of the fishermen.
16h30: Enjoy kayaking or swimming (if the weather permits).
17h00: Back on board and continue cruising to Drum Cave (Hang Trong) for docking
19h00: Dinner is served.
21h00: Leisure time to enjoy a chat around the bar or enjoy night fishing.
Relax and spend a romantic night on Glory Cruise
Day 2: Halong bay – Lanha bay (B, L, D)
7h30: Start the day with an International breakfast
08h30: Transfer to another boat for Lan Ha Bay excursion.
10h00: Guided kayaking, swimming & snorkeling at Three Peach Beach, a pristine natural beach lapped by turquoise water.
12h00: Fresh seafood lunch is served onboard or enjoy Barbeque on beach if the weather permitted.
13h30: Continue on to discover Ho Ba Ham Islet, the most remote point in Lan Ha Bay and bordering the Gulf of Tonkin.
14h30: Visit its quaint fishing village and lagoon
Possibility of kayaking through an amazing tunnel carved under a limestone mountain (time and weather permitting).
16h00: Cruise back to Glory Cruises
19h00: Sumptuous seafood set-dinner onboard
21h00: Retire to your cabin or join the fishing program
Overnight aboard
Day 3: Halong – Hanoi (Br)
07.00: Coffee and tea will be served
08.00: Continue cruising.
08h15: Visit splendid Sung Sot Cave
09h00: Check out and enjoy a fantastic cruise on the bay, passing Dinh Huong Island, fishing villages, Ga Choi Island, Dog Island and Sail Island.
09.30: Buffet brunch (breakfast/lunch) while cruising back through Halong Bay to the pier
11h30: Arrive at the pier. Time to say goodbye to the crew.
12h00: Drive from Halong to Hanoi.
14h00: Stop over in Dong Trieu town to visit a Ceramics workshop.
16.00: Arrive in Hanoi
End the trip.
Special offer at our hotel:
* Bathroom or room for you to fresh, take shower between the trips.
* Breakfast every morning when you back from the trip
* Welcome drink
* Luggage storage
Tour itinerary and price are very flexible. In order to get the most special price and your require is met perfectly, please contact us here: http://hanoihighfivehostel.com/en-us/contact-us.html