Located in the Gulf of Tonkin, the bay is recognized by UNESCO as the Natural World Heritage that contains some 1,600 islands and islets, forming a spectacular seascape of limestone pillars. Because of their precipitous nature, most of the islands are uninhabited and unaffected by a human presence. The bay’s outstanding scenic beauty is complemented by its great biological interest. It is an incredible place to explore and discover its many islands, coves and hidden grottoes.
Administratively, Ha Long Bay belongs to Ha Long City, Cam Pha Town and part of Van Don District. Ha Long Bay is a center of a larger zone which includes Bái Tử Long bay to the northeast, and Cát Bà islands to the southwest. These larger zones share similar geological, geographical, geomorphologic, climate and cultural characters. Ha Long Bay has an area of around 1,553 km², including 1,960 islets, most of which are limestone. The diversity of the environment, climate, geology, geography, and geomorphology in the area has created biodiversity, including tropical evergreen bio-system, oceanic and sea shore bio-system. Ha Long Bay is home to 14 endemic floral species and 60 endemic faunal species.
Nowadays, Ha Long Bay is one of the most popular travel destinations in Vietnam. The beauty of the site is the mingling of a number of factors: the mountain’s size and form, the color of the water and the clouds. Halong bay, because of its varied terrain, climate and soil, features a diversified and abundant environmental system.
Prepare to be whisked away from the cosmopolitan streets of Hanoi to the serene landscape of the World Heritage-listed Halong Bay. Cast away on a traditional junk boat and set sail through hundreds of limestone karsts that rise dramatically from the emerald waters of the bay. Sit back, relax and soak up this epic landscape while enjoying scrumptious meals cooked on board. Relax on deck with friends, chat to the friendly crew, meet the locals as they row between boats or explore the myriad of hidden caves by kayak. This short trip is the perfect way to add a few days of well-deserved relaxation onto any Vietnam adventure.
Day 1: Hanoi – Halong (-/L/D)
In the morning:
7:30- 8:30 a.m: Pick you up at the hotel and leave for Halong Bay. Short break en route in Hai Duong Province (20mins). Arrive in Halong Bay around
12:00. Get on a traditional wooden junk boat, check-in procedures.
In the afternoon:
1.00 p.m: Lunch with fresh seafood is served (vegetarian and kids menus available). We are slowly getting off the classic cruising routes, keep admiring the amazing kasts with different formations on the way. Limestone rock formations will parade around us for about 2 hours before our first stop.
3.00 p.m: You will arrive at TiTop area and enjoy kayaking. Snorkeling, kayaks, paddles, dry bags for cameras are available on boat. Amongst the many ways to explore this legendary stone world, kayaking has been emerging as a new, exciting and adventurous way that can lead tourists to the most primary parts of the bay. Let’s discover Halong Bay from top of the island.
After one/one and a half hour kayaking, we get back on boat, and then the afternoon is perfect for some diving, swimming, fishing, sunbathing or snorkeling....Relax on the sundeck, enjoy free fruits and drinks served by the crew.
4.00 p.m: You will visit the Halong Bay’s largest cave named Sung Sot (Amazing Cave), walk up about 100 steps to the cave entrance and tour the cave for approximately 45 minutes. Walk down about 100 steps and return to the boat.
In the evening:
7.00 p.m: A romantic dinner embraced by one of the most spectacular sunsets in the world will warm up every sense and passion of yours, and the evening will be full of surprise with party on boat and night squid fishing, relaxing, enjoy music or English movies (equipment provided).
Staying overnight in a cozy air-conditioned cabin with en-suite bathroom facilities is also a favorite of many visitors.
Day 2: Halong-Lan Ha-Cat Ba. (B/L/D)
In the morning:
You can greet the early morning sunrise from windows of the hotel, watching sun light shining on every island, waking up every floating houses and gradually covering the whole area.
7.30 a.m: After breakfast, cruise to Gia Luan wharf to Cat Ba Island. Cycling to visit Gia Luan village, and visit Cat Ba National Park, trekking to Ngu Lam Peak, from here you can see overview of Cat Ba Island. Quan Y Cave (Hospital Cave) in the American war, this cave, since the 1960s, it became a modern hospital. And fruit garden and explore the daily life of inhabitants in the island. Cat Ba National Park possesses the largest area of tropical virgin forests in Vietnam. It is home to more than 20 species of mammals, 69 species of birds, 745 species of plants and 20 species of reptiles and amphibians.
12.00: Back to hotel in Cat Ba Island, check in and have lunch with seafood.
For sea lovers who seek relaxation and peacefulness in the embrace of emerald seas, the island opens its arms with Cat Vang beach and Cat Co Beach, where mountains look like a throne holding a marvelous sandy beach.
In the afternoon:
1.00 p.m: Transfer to Beo wharf; take a boat to Lan Ha Bay. Cruise toward to Viet Hai Wharf belonging to Cat Ba National Park. Taking a 5km ride to Viet Hai village to explore the lifestyle of local residents.
3.00 p.m: Kayaking to explore Tung Gau Cave, more kayaking, more swimming, more sandy beaches, more floating houses, definitely a "cruise++”….
In the evening:
7.00 p.m: Dinner and overnight at hotel in Cat Ba Island.
The small and ancient town can satisfy the desire of gaining authentically local cultural experiences, with clusters of fishing boats and inspiring sunsets across the harbor. Visitors can check out the catch of the day in the early morning, see cuttlefish dried over hot charcoals, or stroll around the old town.
Day 3: Cat Ba Island – Halong Bay – Hanoi (B/L/-)
In the morning:
You can greet the early morning sunrise from windows of the hotel, watching sun light shining on every island, waking up every floating houses and gradually covering the whole area.
7.30 a.m: After breakfast, transfer to Beo Wharf. Get on the day trip boat and cruise along Lan Ha Bay.
9.30 a.m: Cruise around Halong Bay, and take photos before cruising back to the harbor. On the way, witness the beauty of Dinh Huong Island (incense burner), Cho Da Island (stone dog), and Ga Choi Island (fighting cocks).
In the afternoon:
Have lunch then disembark and take a bus from Halong City return to Hanoi with short break on the way. Arrive in Hanoi around 5:00 pm and say goodbye at your hotel.
Note:
- Tides and weather conditions may alter the times of meals and other activities.
- In line with our responsible vision of tourism, please note that we do not include the most popular caves of the bay in our program. We consider that they are an insult to heritage preservation.
- For your convenience, and if you can arrange smaller backpacks, please leave your big suitcase at ODC's secure storage.
- On the way to Halong and back to Hanoi, we will stop at a place with food, beverages and souvenirs for sale. This is not to trick you and that will be the only times of the whole trip you may feel in the tourism mass. But that is the only place on the way, where you, your driver and your guide can use clean toilets without being forced to buy anything. Thanks for your understanding.
Tour includes:
Roundtrip transfer between Hanoi and Halong
1 night on board
Camping tent
Full board meals
Welcome drink
Tours and activities as stated above
Snorkeling, fishing and kayaking equipments
English speaking guide
Entrance fees
Tour excludes:
Travel insurance
Extra food and beverages
Phone and laundry
Tips and personal expenses
Tour Notes:
Inform in advance if you are vegetarian.
Beware of your luggage and money
Take hat, raincoat, swimsuit, insect repellent, water, torch, good shoes and cash.
All customers must obey the order of your tour guide for your safety.
Passengers are advised not to take along big luggage for convenience.
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