Tour name: Lagoon Explorer Junk Cruise (4 days/3 night)

Tour Code: HLL2

Tour starts from: Hanoi

Tour ends in: Hanoi

Booking: Book now

History Overview

Old world charm resurfaced on the calm water of Halong Bay, Vietnam with the launch of a magnificent five star vessel Enter the mystical world of Halong Bay aboard our luxurious Chinese Junk. 

From the first moment you step aboard the Lagoon Explorer, you'll be inspired by the distinctive style and fine craftsmanship of this magnificent Junk. The warm, welcoming smiles of our friendly crew and a complementary drink in our Lounge will set the mood as you embark on your voyage into the Bay of the Descending Dragon. 

The Lagoon Explorer Junk is designed with sophistication and the almost attention to the details of a traditional sailing boat. Built for real expeditions, you can go to any corners of the Bay.

Services and Facilities  

• Bar and restaurant

• Kayaking service

• A/C cabin (junior suite room)

• Private bathroom

• Private dining area

• Sun desk

Description:

Scenic Halong Bay, with its emerald seas, rests beautifully over the Red River Delta. This region, "the Bay of the Descending Dragon", is dotted with more than 3,000 mountainous islands, each with its own unique landscape. The islands are famous for their dolomite and limestone rock formations, many of which have been given names. Natural grottos, fjords, land tunnels and inlets are also common. During the Vietnam War, numerous large ships sailed through the open waters of the bay and now an excursion by junk, cruises or fishing boat gives you the memorable experience of sailing past silent, sea-girt caves and around the spectacular formations, tasting fresh and authentic Vietnamese cuisines, breathing cool breezing from the Gulf of Tonkin and enjoying a romantic night with your sweet hearts under the starry sky. That's all we can say how fantastic Halong is and how amazing our junk cruise you will feel because it's simply the best that we can offer you. 

DETAILED ITINERARY
 

Day 1: Hanoi - Halong - Welcome on board

Leave Hanoi by private car/van at 8:30am arriving at the jetty around 12:30pm. Our crew welcomes you on board the Lagoon Explorer Cruise, enjoy welcome drink, check-in to your cabin. Lunch with fresh seafood is served at 1:00pm, start a 3.5 hours cruise into mystic Halong Bay to see the amazing karsts with different formations: Mat Qui (Monster’s face) islet, But Moc islet, Cap De islet, Trong (Drum) cave, Trinh Nu cave, floating fishing village, with its unique way of life. Then head to Luon cave, enjoy swimming, sun bathing at Ti Top beach or climb the peak of the mountain for a breath-taking panorama view of Halong bay. Dinner and overnight aboard junk.

 Breakfast, Lunch included

Day 2: Halong Bay Discovery - Quan Lan Island

Early risers can enjoy a morning view of Bay’s landscape. Sitting on the upper deck, you can relax and take in the breath-taking beauty of the rocky islands rising from the crystal-clear water of the bay. The silence is almost eerie, you can hear the birds singing, cicadas chirping ashore and the gentle lapping of the waves against your boat, the perfect soundtrack to accompany the fresh and gentle breeze. Having breakfast at 08:00 and the boat continue cruising to Quan Lan island. Lunch on boat. We will be arriving at Quan Lan around 14:00, we will start cycling to explore the beautiful island, visiting an ancient temple and then onward to unspoilt beach of Minh Chau for swimming and sun bathing. Back to Quan Lan beach for swimming and tonight we will have BBQ dinner on the beach. Overnight on the boat.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included

Day 3: Quan Lan - Sen Hamlet - Cong Tay Island

Boat starts cruising to Sen Hamlet, cycling to explore Sen Hamlet. Lunch with local products in a traditional-ancient pillar house & relax. Getting back the boat at second wharf (4km) for cruising to Cong Tay island, swimming, have dinner and overnight on boat.

Lunch, Dinner included

Day 4: Cong Tay Island - Halong

Enjoy the morning swim, and at 8:30am boat spread sails to run towards the wharfs through Bai Tu Long Bay. Have Brunch at 10:30am, check out, boat arrive at wharf at 12:00noon. Transfer back to Hanoi. End of services.

Inclusions :

• Accommodation (double/twin sharing)

• Private pick up and transfer (A/C van)

• English speaking guide on board

• Meals specified in tour program as B= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D= Dinner

• English speaking Tour guide

• Boat trips specified the tour program

• All entrance, permission and visiting fees

Exclusions :

• Meals which do not specify in the program

• Personal travel insurance

• All personal expenses

• All gratuities and tips to driver

• Everything not mentioned in the program

What to bring

•  Original Passport with valid visa

•  Camera and rolls of film

•  Sun block

•  Wide brim hat

•  Swimming clothes

•  Sun Glasses

• amount of cash or credit card

•  Jackets (In winter only)

•  Personal medicines

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