Hanoi: Halong Bay 2-Day Tour with Boat Cruise Cruise with Standard Accommodation
ID: GYG37075-45979
Category:
Country: Vietnam
Duration:
2 days
Description
Experience the karst landscape of Halong Bay on a 2-day cruise, with round-trip transfers from Hanoi. Climb aboard a traditional junk boat and sail among thousands of small islets. Stop to swim and kayak in the emerald waters, and discover hidden caves.
Experience Ha Long Bay on a 2-day cruise with cooking demonstrations and plenty of entertainment on board. Swim and kayak in the bay's emerald waters and explore its limestone islands and quaint villages.
Day 1: Hanoi Pickup and Ha Long Bay
The first day of your cruise begins with a hotel pickup from the Old Quarter of Hanoi. Meet with fellow cruise guests and get to know travelers from all around the world. On your way to Ha Long Bay stop at a humanity center to check out local specialties and products.
Arrive at your cruise boat and receive a warm welcome from your captain. Afterward, sit for lunch and savor a delicious meal as the cruise passes through thousands of islands and islets of different shapes.
Stop near the floating villages and have the opportunity to kayak in the middle of the bay to admire its fascinating rock formations a bit closer. If possible that day, visit Titop Island.
Return to the boat for the evening and watch a cooking demonstration of Vietnamese spring rolls. Then delight in an idyllic dinner on board. Spend the rest of the night with free time to participate in activities such as squid fishing, karaoke, or star-gazing on the deck.
Day 2: Ha Long Bay and Hanoi Drop-off
Have an early start to your day with morning exercises and photos. Sip your coffee or tea as you have breakfast. Relax and take in the breathtaking beauty of the rocky islands rising from the crystal-clear water of the bay.
Check out of your cabin and then spend the rest of the morning exploring Ha Long Ba's Surprise Cave. The UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to impressive rock formations, incredibly tall ceilings, and an interesting legend.
From Surprise Cave, head back to the cruise boat's restaurant and eat lunch. Disembark for your transfer back to Hanoi.
Highlights
- Cruise among the limestone karst islands and islets of Halong Bay
- Learn the secrets of Vietnamese cooking at a cookery class
- Kayak to a local fishing village and experience life in the Bay up-close
- Relax on deck and gaze at the stars
- Explore one of the hidden caves of Halong and marvel at the stalagmite formations
- Join the crew on a night fish for squid
- Wake up your body with a morning exercise against a stunning backdrop
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Please note that you will need your passport to check in
• Please be advised that the air conditioning on the boat is turned on at 18:00
• Please follow the guide's safety instructions
• Please advise of any dietary restrictions or allergies on booking or prior to departure
• Please note, in case, the cruise is fully booked, another cruise will be arranged with a similar quality or there will be an upgrade to a better cruise
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
If your hotel is outside the Old Quarter, or if you are staying in an Airbnb or private accommodation, please make your way to the local partner's office at 37a Hang Thung, Hoan Kiem (near Hoan Kiem Lake).
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
