(Bai Tu Long Bay – Vung Vieng Floating Village – Drum Cave – Lan Ha Bay – Toi and Sang Cave - Amazing Cave – Halong Bay)
BRIEF ITINERARY:
Day 1: Bai Tu Long Bay exploration and floating villages visiting (L, D)
Day 2: Lan Ha Bay Excursion (B, L, D)
Day 3: Visiting Amazing caves and islets (B, BR)
DETAILED ITINERARY:
DAY 1: HANOI – BAI TU LONG BAY (-/L/D)
07:30 – 08:15 Make your way through the Red River Delta from Hanoi to Halong City via your transfer vehicle.
12:30 Your cruise will begin with a transfer from the mainland
on our excursion boat which will transport you to our main vessel,
Signature Cruise Halong Bay. Upon boarding you will be greeted by our
friendly Captain and Crew and enjoy a complimentary welcome drink. After
a brief introduction and safety procedures overview, you will be
checked into your cabin and have some free time to relax and explore the
craft.
13:00 A delicious lunch will be served in our main dining room
as we slowly cruise through the magnificent limestone formations which
make up Halong Bay. Feast on delicious seafood and a wide range of other
delicious dishes as we make our way deeper inside Halong Bay.
15:00 In the afternoon we sail to Bai Tu Long Bay passing
extraordinary limestone karst landscapes, Oan Lagoon, Teapot and Monster
Head Islets, and the towns of Hon Gai and Cam Pha. 13:00 we head to
Vung Vieng fishing village by local rowing boats or kayaks to explore
the interesting daily lives of its inhabitants.
16:30 Back onboard Signature Cruise Halong Bay’s main craft we
will drop anchor near Hang Trong Islet for our overnight stay
surrounded by incredible landscape.
18:00 Our qualified chef will conduct a Vietnamese cuisine
cooking demonstration and invites you all to participate in the
preparation of these mouth-watering delights.
19:00 Your dinner this evening will be served in dinning room.
Evenings are beautiful on Halong Bay, and just because the sun goes down
doesn’t mean the night is over. Take advantage of our onboard
facilities or just relax to your heart’s content. Our professional
massage and spa services will give you the pampering you deserve after a
hard day of cruising.
20:30 – 00:00 Relax at our fully stocked bar with an assortment
of local and international favorites. Try your luck at night squid
fishing, watch a film or simply relax on our roof top deck under the
cover of a star filled sky. The choice is yours.
DAY 2: LAN HA BAY EXCURSION (B/L/D)
06:00 Early birds are welcome to attend sunrise Tai Chi on our
upper deck and it’s an excellent way to get your energy levels up for
today’s adventures. You will be fascinated by the exquisiteness of
Halong Bay in the early hours as you enjoy a coffee, tea or juice or
take a dip in the emerald waters.
7:00 As we raise our anchor we cruise past incredible sites
such as Trong (Drum) cave, Trinh Nu (Virgin) cave, Coc Ngoi (Toad) Islet
and more. Enjoy an amazing buffet breakfast offering an assortment of
breakfast items and we are sure that you won’t be disappointed. Our
coffee is chosen from the best, as are our selection of fresh juices.
12:00 Next we board our excursion boat to head to Lan Ha Bay,
best known for its crystal clear sandy beaches. Enjoy kayaking, swimming
or just relax on a stunning secluded beach. 12:00 A mouth-watering BBQ
lunch will be served on the beach (weather permitting).
14:00 After lunch we continue on to the most isolated area of Lan
Ha Bay near the border of The Gulf of Tonkin and explore Toi and Sang
Caves. We visit a beautiful lagoon and charming fishing villages and
depending on the weather and tides, kayak through an incredible tunnel
under a limestone karst.
16:30 Back on board Signature Cruise, take some time to freshen
up, take a nap or just relax at your leisure as we cruise to Drum cave
areas for our overnight stay. Witness one of the most brilliant sunsets
you will ever see.
19:00 A special dinner will be served offering you outstanding food and quality service.
20:30 – 00:00 This evening is yours to enjoy whatever you please.
Tonight we will hold a movie night with a selection of some of the
latest release films available. We also have a selection of board games
and trivia quizzes for your entertainment. Our bar is always open and is
an ideal place to meet new people and share stories about your
adventures.
DAY 3: HALONG BAY – HANOI (B/BR/-)
06:00 The best time to observe Halong Bay is in the early
morning and we suggest that if you didn’t get to witness it yesterday
that now is your last chance. Tai Chi will be conducted again today on
our upper deck and is a terrific way to feel as one with the peaceful
surroundings.
07:00 Our renowned light breakfast will be served this morning
before boarding the excursion boat to visit Surprise Cave (Sung Sot) at
08:00. Climb 100 stairs and explore this incredible cavern with its
stunning formations and magnificent views of Halong Bay and surrounding
areas.
09:00 Back on our main craft it is time to check out of your
cabin and enjoy the last stage of your trip with a delicious brunch as
we continue to cruise back towards civilization through scenery that
hasn’t really changed since the discovery of Halong Bay.
11:15 After a final farewell from our staff, you will be
transported back to Halong City wharf via our excursion craft for your
transfer back to Hanoi. We trust you had a pleasant journey on Signature
Cruise Halong Bay and hope to have the pleasure of your company with us
again.
13:00 Get on shuttle mini bus and get back to Hanoi.
16:30 Arriving in Hanoi. End of our services
INCLUDED:
+nCruise itinerary and program
+ Entrance and sightseeing fees
+ Cabins and suites with A/C and en-suite bathroom
+ 1 Breakfast / 1 Lunch + 1 Brunch / 1 Dinner
+ Cooking class
+ Tai Chi session
+ Insurance, taxes and service charges
EXCLUDED:
- Airfares
- Transfer by shuttle bus costs USD25 per person for round trip (Hanoi - Halong - Hanoi)
- Beauty spa services and massage
- Kayaking.
- Beverages and tobacco.
- Tips and other personal expense.
- All other services not mentioned above
