Halong Cruise & Kayak 3 days ~ 'Paddle your own way, explore the hidden Halong Bay' Code: HKHV03 - Contact Local Supplier : HeritagesVietnam Routes: Hanoi – Halong – Hanoi (175km one-way) Duration: 3 days 2 nights, sleep aboard Feature: Ha Long Bay is spectacular! The best way to visit all the hidden inlets and islands is via kayak. You will have 3 days on the water to explore this World Heritage Site with the support of our helpful experts and an authentic liveaboard Chinese Junk. Sleep on board under the stars and endulge in selections of the freshest seafood seved at lunch and dinner. On your kayak discover the magic as you paddle your way through narrow caves and secret interior lakes. Touch the untouched, name the unnamed, make your own magic, find your own route. Travel your way, the way travel should be! Difficulty: (3/5) Itinerary in Detail: --------------------------- Day 1: Hanoi – Halong Depart 8:00 am to Ha Long. After a 3.5 hours drive we will board our private vessel, an authentic Chinese Junk, for a relaxing cruise to the bay. After lunch on the boat we will stop at a small floating fishing village where our kayaks will be waiting. Then take advantage of the afternoon (2-3 hours) by kayaking amidst the magic of Halong. Tonight's dinner will include a selection of the freshest sea food. Retire to your quarters on the boat or sleep under the stars on the top deck.(L,D)
Day 2: Lost, let's sea what happens... A full day of kayaking follows breakfast on the boat. This is the day to discover the hidden Halong and uncover the secrets of this World Heritage Site. Paddle through the emerald water to magnificent caves and deserted lagoons. Explore every nook and cranny of this specticle of towering limestone and ocean, kayak to places some have never been to. The day we will be fully supported by our boat. We will not have any designated route, we just paddle to the places you wish to go. Our only concern will be the weather's possible heavy rain or too much sun. If this is the case, we can easily go back to the boat for lunch, a short rest, more water or swimming. For those who are not feeling up to a full day of kayaking, cruising on the boat capturing photograph after photograph or sun bathing are some alternatives. As the sun sets, take pleasure in knowing that our second night will be spent on the water as well. (B,L,D)
Day 3: More kayaking then onto Hanoi Breakfast, then more cruising and kayaking. Then we return to Ha Long City. We will see a little bit of the town as we will have lunch at a local restaurant here, then we will begin our return to Hanoi. You should be back in your hotel around 5:00 pm where your smile, tan and stories of adventure on the water will be the envy of others. (B,L)
Tour Cost excludes: - Airport taxes; Visas; travel insurance; tips; personal expenses, emergency transfer - International airport tax in Hanoi at USD 14.00 nett per person - International airfare to/from Vietnam - Personal insurance - Expenditure of a personal nature, tips, such as drinks, souvenirs, laundry, emergency transfers & etc. - Visa to Vietnam - not Hotel in Hanoi Tour Cost includes: - Full transportation by private car or bus boat on Halong bay as tour program indicated. - Meals as indicated (L,D) in the itinerary at local restaurant. - English - speaking guide - Entrance fees. - Private Boat trip halong bay - Twin-share accommodation with daily breakfast at hotel; ( AC room)
PS: Join-in group is not available. Please contact us if you need further information. Where: Trip starts in Hanoi and ends in Saigon When: All year round; Grade: Moderate to Strenous; Accommodation: Tourist-class hotels(Standard), Transport: Private car or bus, boat, Meals: As indicated;(B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner) What to Bring: Passport with a valid visa, sun hat, sunglasses, sun cream, insect repellent, good shoes for some hiking, camera with lots of films Please Travel Responsibly: The small things you do will make a big difference! Booking Terms & Conditions: Tour itinerary and tour prices are subject to change without notice