TPT-VnC254 - Cruise Halong Bay 2 days on Indochina Sails Junk

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Discover the splendors of Halong Bay aboard the Indochina Sails, a wooden junk that combines classic beauty with modern comfort. At this moment, we have lanched the 3 boats with the names: Indochina Sails 1, Indochina Sails 2, and Indochina Sails 3:
For the Indo 1 and Indo 2 are identical boats and were both launched in 2007. Each comprises 15 cabins (Superior and Deluxe Cabins). The deluxe cabins are are a bit larger and feature rainfall showers and are all situated on the second decks of the boats.

Day 1: Hanoi – Halong/ Indochina Sails Junk.

08:00 Pick up at your hotel, then depart for Halong Bay with about 03 hours away. En route we have a short stop at the Sao Dao center run for and by handicapped children for short break. Upon arrive at Bai Chay/Halong pier, we will be met by captain and cruise and transferred by tender to the Indochina Sails boat – enjoy Welcome Drink. Receive cruise briefing and check in to cabins and begin cruise.
13:00 Lunch - deluxe Vietnamese and International Set Menu while cruising through Halong Bay.
14.30 We will arrive at Titop Island and have time to enjoy swimming, relaxing on the beach and climbing the steps to the top of the mountain on the island for fantastic views and photo opportunities. Then continue cruising to the Bat Cave area where you will visit the largest floating fishing village in Halong Bay.
18:30 Docking for overnight.
19:00 Dinner - deluxe Vietnamese & Western Buffet or Set Menu Dinner.
20:30 Evening activities include: film entertainment in the dining room, board games and playing cards are available, join squid fishing from the boat with our crew, massage services are available. Also at this time we offer, when possible - depending on weather conditions, an excursion to a nearby squid fishing boat. We travel by tender and you will be able to board the squid boat and see how the local fishermen catch squid and other fish.
21:00 – 23:00 Happy Hour! Buy one drink - get one free.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner.

Day 2: Halong – Hanoi.

6:30 Early rising to the tranquil beauty of the bay we have time for a morning Tai Chi exercise with an opportunity to view the sunrise over the bay. Then coffee, tea and breakfast pastries served in the dining room.
8:00 Visit Surprise Cave (Sung Sot) with a quick glimpse at the nearby fishing village.
9:00 Buffet breakfast while cruising back through Ha Long Bay to the pier.
10:00 Luggage pulls out. Clear all bills.
11.00 Arrive at the pier. Time to say Goodbye. Transfer back to Hanoi. Drop off at your hotel.

Meals: Breakfast/ Brunch buffet breakfast.

Note: The above itinerary is subject to change with or without prior notice.

Rules for kid:

+ Child under 5 years old: free of charge
+ Child from 5-12 years old: 50% charge
+ Child reduction applicable only if sharing a cabin with maximum of 02 adutls and only 1 child maximum per cabin.

Peak season surcharge:

+ 25% on Christmas 24/12; New Year 31/12 and Lunar New Year’s Eve.

Services included :

Entrance fees
English speaking guide on board
Luxury accomodation with A/C, hot shower, mini bar
Exclusive Cruise through Halong Bay
Round trip transfer from Hanoi by private car/ van
Sunrise Tai Chi Class
Meals on board as indicated in the itinerary
Taxes and Service Charge

Services excluded

English or French speaking guide escord Hanoi - Halong : $60 USD
Kayaking
Tips, extras and other services not mentioned in the tour above
Aiport transfer 1 way $35 USDfor private car,$ 40USD for private van.
Travel insurance.