ITINERARY HARMONY BOUTIQUE CRUISES 3 DAYS 2 NIGHT 4 ****
HIGHLIGHTS:
v Visit Halong Bay, Lan Ha Bay in the same journey
v Discover new hidden area of Tonkin Gulf with many outdoor activities
v New route to less touristy areas, immerse to the nature by free time on beaches, sea…for kayaking, swimming
v Unique itineraries for the balance of: activities, relaxing and sightseeing.
v Go Kayaking/rowing sampan in Dark-Light Cave, one the most beautiful water cave on the Bay
v Discover a local valley Viet Hai village by biking, visit local house, school…
v Discover and integrate to a local floating house to learn the culture.
v Relaxing overnight on the quietest area of Lan Ha Bay.
ITINERARY 3 DAYS 2 NIGHTS ON BOAT
DAY 1: HALONG CRUISE PORT –LAN HA BAY –
7.30 – 8.00: Pick up at your hotel in Hanoi’s Old Quarter area.
11.40 – 12.00: Embark at Ha long – Lan Ha cruise port.
12.00 – 12.20: Transfer by speed boat to Harmony Boutique Cruises. The Cruise anchors far from crowded and touristy areas in the calm water surrounded by beautiful islets.
12.20 – 12.45: Check-in, enjoy welcome drink & cruise briefing.
12.45 – 14.30: Have lunch while cruising to magnificent Ha Long bay – Lan Ha Bay; admire the fascinating formations on the way.
15.15 – 17.15: The Cruise sails through Lan Ha Bay and completes its entry through Cua Van floating village. The area is surrounding of extraordinary limestone karsts landscapes. Visit Dark & Bright Cave by kayaking or sit on boats that rowed by the local people to soak in the peaceful atmosphere.
17.15 – 17.45: Cruising to middle of the bay. Immerging the body to emerald water or jumping from top of tender are exciting activities.
17.45 – 18.45: Back to Harmony Boutique Cruises for enjoy our Sunset Party on top deck. On board, you may join a traditional cooking class presented by our crew. Before dinner, our experienced captain will choose the most tranquil area to anchor for overnight.
19:00 – 21.00: Savor dinner set menu. Play game or test your luck with fishing squid.
Enjoy fresh air doing some activities & overnight on board.
Special activities slightly different from others cruise. Going by kayak in the night to catch and find a spot of BIOLUMINESCENCE PLANKTON. They sparked blue on the water whenever we paddle or touched the water with hands. (Exclusive)
DAY 2:VIET HAI VILLAGE – VAN BOI BEACH
06.00 – 6.30: Enjoy sunrise and admire the never ending miraculous scenery of the Bay. Practice an invigorating Tai Chi session on the sundeck.
07:00 – 7.45 Light breakfast, coffee and tea served.
08:30 – 11.00 Transfer to day boat for visit Viet Hai village. You will take the bicycle trip along the village path and go through rain forests and dark tunnel. Enjoy stunning scenery of rice fields on the way. Stop at the village to relax. Visit an ancient local house, made from straw, mud, bamboo...you will have chance to see the local life on a valley of local people.
11:30 – 13.00 Back to day boat for visiting Lan Ha Bay. Lunch served on day boat.
13:30 Visit Lan Ha Bay, free kayaking to discover bay by yourself and swimming in the blue water. Visit the Van Boi area, which is the heart of Lan Ha bay, there are a lot of white sandy and coral beaches.
16:30 – 17.00 Day boats will take visitors back to the Harmony Boutique Cruise, back to the point overnight on the bay.
17:30 – 19.00 Relaxing on the sundeck and enjoying the bay after a long day. Joining the mini cooking class, today we will make fried spring rolls, another traditional taste.
19:00 – 21.00 Enjoy dinner on board with an all-new menu that includes local seafood delights combined with some Western-style cooking.
21:30 You will have time for rest, drink, listening music or retire to your cabin
Overnight on board.
DAY 3: FLOATING LOCAL HOUSES – HA NOI
06.00 - 6.30: Sunrise photo hunt and Tai-chi session on the sundeck to refresh your body and mind.
07.00 – 07.45: Morning view of Bay’s landscape with a cup of tea or coffee. Have breakfast in the fresh air.
08.00 – 09.15 : Tour guides and tender will take you to visit a Floating house on the bay. The local host will welcome you as home-guests, visitors will be exchanged with the owner, to understand the information about culture, history … of the fishing village on Halong Bay – Lan Ha Bay.
09.30 – 10.00:Comeback the boat and check out of the cabin. Start cruising towards the port while a taste delightful lunch
11.30 – 12.00: Disembark Harmony Boutique Cruises and farewell the crew. Travel back to Hanoi.
16.15 – 16.45: Arrive in Hanoi, end of unforgettable trip.
PRICE :289 USD
v Important Notes
ü Cruise itinerary might be changed due to weather and other conditions without prior notice. Our cruise manager/tour guide will inform you where we will follow based on their experience and weather conditions.
ü Time in the schedule is only relative. The specific time will be announced by our tour guide on the day of departure.
ü All activities are included in the program. Guests can choose to relax themselves and enjoy the scenery on board, without having to fully participate in activities above.
ü Swimming or kayaking activity may be not possible due to bad weather. Unused services are not subjected to a refund.
ü Meals onboard are served with seafood, Vietnamese and international style. Any special request for food preference, allergies or dietary requirements should be informed at least 2 days before the departure date.
ü Advanced registration is required with full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport number and visa expired date is required for all passengers.
ü Wifi is available in the restaurant/bar area only, internet connectivity is limited due to geography of Ha Long bay.