Vietnam Canoeing & Kayaking
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Cruise Ha Long Bay with Jewel of The Bay
Overview | 2 days/1 nights cruise | 3 days/2 nights cruise | Jewel of the Bay I & II
Summary
Ha Long Bay covers an area of 1,500 square km. With more than a thousand limestone peaks rising up from its crystalline emerald waters this area is rightly viewed as one of the natural wonders of Vietnam and is one of five World Heritage-listed sites. The two-day itinerary gives you the chance to enjoy the bay from the luxury of our private junk. Here you can relax on the tanning deck, swim in the clear waters and enjoy the best cuisine available in the bay. All the while you will be looked after by dedicated and attentive crew. There is also the option of exploring some of the bay’s most secluded lagoons using the boat's fleet of modern easy-to-maneuver kayaks for some unforgettable scenery only accessible by kayak.
Highlights
•Cruising through Halong Bay on a traditional junk •Dining on freshly caught, delicious seafood •Kayaking into small lagoons •Visiting 'Surprise Cave'
This cruise is good for families, friends, couples etc., looking for a good quality overnight trip to Halong Bay in a small junk with personal service. This is one of the only boats that includes kayaking in the trip cost
2 days/1 nights cruise
Day 1: Hanoi – Ha Long Cruise (L,D)
Depart from the capital for Ha Long Bay approximately three hours away. En route, there will be a short stop at the Sao Do center - run for and by handicapped children. Upon arrival at Ha Long Bay (approx. midday), you will be greeted by the crew and transferred to the junk. After settled in, the cruise will begin cruising around the majestic Ha Long Bay accompanied by a delicious lunch. After lunch, there will be a chance to explore some of the limestone caves dotted around the bay. Then the captain will find a secluded spot where you can enjoy a swim in the clear water of the bay, soak up the sun on the top deck or try your hand at some kayaking. The kayaks are lightweight and easy to use and in keeping with the boat safety policies all participants will be issued with water buoyancy vests. The junk will be near you at all times serving as a back up vessel for those that require it. After finish exploring for the day, relax at your own leisure onboard the junk. You can relax on the top deck using the sun-tanning area or enjoy a refreshing drink from the bar. In the evening the cook will prepare a splendid meal comprised of fresh seafood dishes as well as traditional Vietnamese fare as the captain weigh anchor in the heart of the bay.
Day 2: Ha Long – Hanoi (B, L)
Rising to the tranquil beauty of the bay, there will be time for an early morning dip followed by breakfast. This morning, enjoy a visit to Sung Sot cave which has spectacular salinities. After the visit to the cave, there will be a chance for a quick swim before an early lunch as the junk cruises back to the main harbor before transferring to the van for a 3-hour journey back to Hanoi. Arrive back in Ha Noi around 0400pm.
Included:
• English-Speaking guide
• Entrance Fees
• Accommodation air-conditioned luxury en-suite cabin
• Welcome drink on arrival
• Meals with 01 soft drink for the first lunch
• Fruit basket in restaurant
• Tea and coffee during trip
Excluded:
• Beverage
• Personal Expense
• Any other services not clear mention in itinerary and the trip included portion.
3 days/2 nights cruise
Day 1: Hanoi – Ha Long Bay (L,D)
Depart from the capital for Ha Long Bay approximately three hours away. En route, there will be a short stop at the Sao Dao center run for and by handicapped children. Upon arrival at Ha Long Bay (approx. midday) you will be met by the crew and transferred to the junk, the "Jewel of bay". After settled in, the junk will begin cruising around majestic Ha Long Bay accompanied by a delicious lunch. After lunch, explore some of the limestone caves dotted around the bay. Then the captain will find a secluded spot where you can swim in the clear water of the bay, soak up the sun on the top deck or try your hand at some kayaking. After finish exploring for the day, retire to the junk. You can relax on the top deck using the sun-tanning area or enjoy a refreshing drink from the bar. In the evening the cook will prepare a splendid meal comprised of fresh seafood dishes as well as traditional Vietnamese fare as the captain weigh anchor in the heart of the bay. For those that are interested there is the opportunity to do a spot of night fishing from the boat.
Day 2: Ha Long Kayaking (B,L,D)
Rising to the tranquil beauty of the bay, there will be time for an early morning dip followed by breakfast. This morning, continue to move around the bay to find more secluded areas. For those that wish to do some more kayaking you have the option of spending most of the morning with your kayaks and rendezvous with the junk for lunch. The kayaks are lightweight and easy to use and in keeping with the safety policies all participants will be issued with water buoyancy vests. The junk will act as a back up vessel following you at all times.
After lunch, head back to the main harbor for half an hour administration work, get the permission for the second night out. In the afternoon, once again move around the bay at a leisurely pace stopping to view some more caves with a different routine. As the sun begins to set why not relax in the Games room with a refreshing drink and gaze upon the natural splendor of the day. This evening, another tasty meal will be served on board.
Day 3: Ha Long – Hanoi (B, L)
This morning, continue to move around the bay to find more secluded areas to either swim or kayak in. At around midday,l return to the main harbor before transferring to your van for a 3-hour journey back to Hanoi. Arrive in Ha Noi around 3pm.
Included:
• English speaking guide
• Entrance fee
• Accommodation air-conditioned luxury en-suite cabin
• Welcome drink on arrival
• Meals with 01 soft drink for the first lunch
• Fruit basket in restaurant
• Tea and coffee during trip
Excluded:
• Beverage
• Personal Expense
• Any other services not clear mention in itinerary and the trip included portion.
The Jewel of the Bay I & II
The Jewel of the Bay & Jewel of the Bay II are for those looking for a little bit of indulgence. With a capacity of 10 on JoB and 16 on JoB II, both boats provide a high level of service and comfort in a relaxed, uncrowded environment.
Guests can choose to stay on either boat for 1 or 2 nights or longer upon request.
Accommodation
Guest cabins are located on the lower level. The Jewel of the Bay has 5 twin bed cabins each with tastefully decorated wooden interiors and en suite tiled bathroom. The stylish rattan beds and mattresses are specially designed for added comfort. All cabins have air-conditioning and the bathrooms have wall-mounted showers with hot and cold water. The Jewel of the Bay II has 7 cabins - 2 triples and 5 twins.
The Dining Area
The Jewel prides itself on it fine dining, offering both Western and Vietnamese cuisine. Being on the water, there is a wide choice of fresh seafood delicacies such as crabs, king prawns, squid and fish. To accompany your meals there is an extensive wine list comprising both European and New World wines.
The Bar
The fully licensed bar has a comprehensive range of beers, wine and spirits as well as a selection of non-alcoholic beverages too. Tea and coffee is also available throughout the day. The ice is made either from boiled filtered water or bottled mineral water. The bar is open throughout the day and until the last guest retires for the evening.
The Games Area
The Games area provides comfortable beanbags around a coffee table with various games to play including chess, Chinese checkers, dominoes and playing cards. There is also a selection of books and magazines to read.
The Sun Deck
The open-air top deck contains 8 tanning chairs for those who want to soak up the sun or to simply relax. The chairs can be altered to either sitting or horizontal positions as required.
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