From Hanoi: Ha Long - Bai Tu Long Bay 2-Day 1-Night Cruise
ID: GYG354835-635495
Category:
Country: Vietnam
Duration:
2 days
Description
Explore the Halong and Bai Tu Long Bays on a quiet boat with fewer tourists. Enjoy swimming and kayaking in the blue waters, discover hidden caves, enjoy a cooking class, and more.
Discover the beauty of the Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and Bai Tu Long Bay, known as the “Bay of Descending Dragons” on an overnight cruise. Soak up the scenery and embrace the culture on this cruise that includes a visit to Thien Canh Son Cave, the biggest cave in Bai Tu Long Bay.
Day 1: Hanoi - Ha Long Bay - Bai Tu Long Bay
8 - 8:30 AM: Enjoy pickup by shuttle bus from your hotel in the Hanoi Old Quarter. (for customer use our transfer service)
12:30 PM: Arrive at SunWorld Port. Take some time to relax and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee. Wait for the captain to finish registration and then transfer to the boat.
12:45 PM: Relax with a welcome drink and listen to a short briefing about boat safety and activities before checking into your cabin.
1:30 PM: Enjoy a Vietnamese set menu while leisurely cruising further into Bai Tu Long Bay.
3 PM: Arrive in the kayaking area of Cap La Island. Kayak through the karst and enjoy some swimming.
5:30 PM: Head back to the boat for a sunset party while your boat sails to its overnight anchorage point.
7 PM: Enjoy a set dinner on board.
8:30 PM: Take some free time and challenge yourself with Vietnamese puzzle games or gather your group/family for a board game; try your luck with squid fishing or simply enjoy a cocktail and the quiet of the night on the bay.
Day 2: Ha Long Bay - Bai Tu Long Bay - Hanoi
6 AM: Start your day with a Tai Chi routine on the sundeck or catch a morning view of the bay with a cup of tea or coffee.
7 AM: Breakfast is served Western style.
8 AM: Explore the hidden Thien Canh Son Cave and spend time at a white sandy beach at Hon Co Island.
9 AM: Upon return to the boat, take about 30 minutes to freshen up and finish packing.
9:30 AM: Attend a Vietnamese cooking demonstration and quickly learn a simple but delicious Vietnamese dish that Gordon Ramsey, a 2-star Michelin chef, used to teach – Nem Cuon.
10:15 AM: Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch on the boat.
11:15 AM: Head back to the harbor and disembark at SunWorld pier.
11:30 AM: Say farewell to Halong Bay and ride back to Hanoi by shuttle bus.
3 - 3:30 PM: Arrive back in Hanoi.
Highlights
- Cruise along the amazing limestone karst islands and islets of Halong Bay
- Learn about Vietnam culture and enjoy traditional Vietnamese food
- Explore the emerald waters by kayak and discover Cong Do and Cap La Islands
- See the Thien Canh Son Cave and enjoy a swim at the beach
- Relax on deck and enjoy the night sky with a cocktail as you take in the sites
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Meals served onboard are traditional Vietnamese food
• There will be an extra charge in peak season ($10 per person) from Oct 1 to April 30 which can be paid on the day
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 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 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.