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Halong Bay

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  • *Approx package price
 DURATION
11-12 hours

<strong>If you are on the road and want to book a trip for today or tomorrow - call Hanoi Urban Adventures on +84 (0) 904 193 308 to check availability and book straight away. Late bookings made online may not be confirmed without a confirmation call to the number above.<br /></strong> Experience the striking beauty of this world heritage-listed site on this Halong Bay tour. After a drive through the rural villages of northern Vietnam we arrive at the bay and board a private Chinese junk. Set sail through turquoise waters dotted with over 3,000 magnificent limestone islands. Explore the many karsts and enjoy a seafood buffet while taking in the bay's mystical scenery.

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Highlights

* Be enchanted by the tranqulity and beauty of nature of Halong Bay

* Cruise amongst the lime karsts that tower above the way

* Explore a cave and share a seafood feast.

What's included in this trip

  • Start:

    Pick up at centrally located hotels in Hanoi.

  • Finish:

    Drop off at centrally located hotels in Hanoi.

  • Group size:

    Min 1 , Max 12
 

  • Inclusions:

    English speaking guide, Transport & Entrance fees as indicated, Meals: 1 lunch.

  • Exclusions:

    Items of a personal nature, Tips or gratuities for drivers or guides.

Additional information

Voucher exchange details

Please present your voucher to the local guide at the beginning of the tour.

Confirmation of booking

It is very important to please email Hanoi Urban Adventures on info@hanoiurbanadventures.com to confirm your pick up hotel at least 24 hours prior to departure. This confirmation helps to avoid delays in our departure.

Dress standard

Dress standards are conservative throughout Asia, especially outside major cities. To respect this and for your own comfort, we strongly recommend modest clothing. This means clothing that covers your shoulders and knees. Loose, lightweight, long clothing is both respectful and cool in the predominantly hot Asian climate.

Child policy

Children must be between 6 years and 11 years inclusively.  Children below the age of 6 years are not permitted on this tour.

Language

English

Tipping Info

If you are happy with the services provided by your local guides and drivers a tip - though not compulsory - is appropriate. While it may not be customary to you, it is of great significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels, inspires excellent service, and is an entrenched feature of the tourism industry across many Intrepid Urban Adventures destinations. Please consider this when budgeting for your extra expenses on this tour.

Itinerary

Our Halong Bay tourbegins with a 3 ½ hour drive from the hectic pace of life in Vietnam's capital city, Hanoi, to the tranquil and beautiful Halong Bay. En route we will stop off at the Hong Ngoc Humanity Centre, a handicraft outlet developed to provide support to communities in the area including people with disabilities. 
On arrival in Halong City we board our private boat for a cruise in Halong Bay, famous for its spectacular limestone karsts jutting out of the peaceful green waters of the bay. The views are spectacular as we cruise amongst the nearly 2000 islands that fill the bay. You will see first hand why Halong Bay has been listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage site since 1994 and announced as one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature in 2011. Halong Bay means "Bay of the Descending Dragon" and legend has it that in ancient times, when the Vietnamese were fighting off foreign invaders, the gods sent a family of dragons to assist in the fight. During the battle, the dragons spat out jewels that would later become the islands that now are scattered around the bay.
After a welcome drink, we have a chance to enjoy a seafood lunch on board while we cruise among the breathtaking scenery... what a way to spend the day! Soak up the majestic atmosphere from the top deck and enjoy the stunning views or relax below in comfortable surroundings.
Our Halong Bay cruise takes us to explore some of the grottos or caves that have formed in many of the islands that fill Halong Bay. We also drop in on a fishing village where we learn more about the culture and customs of the local inhabitants.
We return to Hanoi by road in the late in the afternoon where you have a chance to reflect on this memorable day.

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