Glide across the emerald waters of Vietnam's Halong Bay on a junk boat
- Start
- Hanoi, Vietnam
- End
- Hanoi, Vietnam
- Destinations
- Vietnam
- Meals
- 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
- Transport
- Boat, Shuttle Bus
- Accommodation
- Overnight boat (1 night)
- Days
- 2
- Group size
- Min 1 - Max 40
- Ages
- Min 12
- ThemeOur themes categorise trips based on a common interest or activity, while showcasing the highlights of a destination.
- Short breaks
- StyleBasix: Simple accommodation, local transport and lots of free time
Original: Tourist-class hotels, some meals included and a great mix of included activities and free time
Comfort: Comfortable accommodation, with a relaxed pace of travel and many included meals and activities
Premium: 4+ star accommodation, exclusive premium inclusions, our most experienced leaders - Comfort
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Why you'll love this trip
- Experience the natural wonder of thousands of limestone karsts that rise from the bay on a cruise through this World Heritage site
- Sail back in time with an overnight stay on a traditional-style wooden boat, and awake to the unique misty morning sights of this strange paradise of green waters and rocky islands
- Feast on a sumptuous meal as the boat anchors in the heart of the bay, then take to the deck to see the stars and moon illuminate the water and peaks
- Halong Bay is one of Vietnam’s most iconic sights, and this must-see must be seen on a classic junk cruise
Itinerary
Inclusions and activities
1 breakfast, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
Boat, Shuttle Bus
Overnight boat (1 night)
Is this trip right for you?
- On a two full day, efficient but comprehensive extension, you can experience staying overnight on Halong Bay.
- As this trip stays overnight on the boat there is somewhat less time for local interaction, but take the time to relax and enjoy the spectacular views.
- On Short Breaks, you maintain a good level of independence and freedom, with the added bonus of having the details sorted out for you. You’ll have lots of free time and you won’t be accompanied by a Trip Leader. This means that all included activities and tours will be run by different local Intrepid partners, and these may operate independently from each other. The included activities and transfers will operate on a join-in basis, which means that you could have your Adventure all to yourself, or others may join you along the way. If you would prefer to travel in a group with a dedicated Trip Leader, just get in touch with your booking agent and they will take you through some alternatives.
Dates and availability
Important notes
1. This Short Break Adventure starts at 8:15 am on Day 1, and finishes at approximately 1.30pm on Day 2.
2. You will be picked up on Day 1 from the Joining Point Hotel listed in the Essential Trip Information for this itinerary. Pick-up will take place between 8:15-8:30 am in the hotel foyer. Please take a good look at the Essential trip information, including the Alternative Joining Point section to see if your departure is in there.
3.If for any reason you are late to the Joining Point please contact the local team using the emergency number and they will be able to assist you.
4. If you require pick up from another hotel in Hanoi's Old Quarter, please inform your booking agent at least 14 days prior to departure. Pick up from alternative hotels will take place between 8:00-8:30am. Please note that due to privacy concerns other hotels do not accept receiving and distributing our Welcome Letters and therefore we won't be able to print them and leave them at the hotel for you. Instead we will send them via email to the email provided by you at the time of booking. Make sure to check your spam folder as well.
5. This trip is operated by one of our local partners in Vietnam and therefore you may be joined by a mixture of Intrepid-booked passengers and other travellers during activities.
6. The maximum number of travellers is indicative of maximum number of travellers during join-in activities only.
7. Kayaking is now permitted within designated zones within Halong Bay.
8. Age restrictions apply to this trip: minimum age 12. Anyone aged under 18 must be accompanied by (and share accommodation with) a parent or guardian.
9.Please provide your full name exactly as per passport at the time of booking (including any middle names listed on your passport) for train and flight tickets. Fees may apply for amendments to details within 45 days of departure, and in some cases you will be required to cover the cost of issuing new tickets.
Want an in-depth insight into this trip? Essential Trip Information provides a detailed itinerary, visa info, how to get to your hotel, what's included - pretty much everything you need to know about this adventure and more.
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