Halong Bay cruise Asiana Travel Mate
DAY 1: HANOI - HALONG
11.30: Arrive at Bai Chay/Halong pier.
12.15: Transfer by tender to the boat – enjoy Welcome Drink, receive cruise briefing and safety instructions.
12.30: Depart by boat to Halong Bay - start cruise and check-in to cabins.
13.00: Lunch - enjoy deluxe Vietnamese and International Set Menu Lunch. Massage service available beginning after lunch and throughout the cruise. Please book in advance with your Cruise or Service Manager.
14.45: Transfer by tender from the boat to visit the largest fishing village in Halong Bay. Tour the village by tender for approximately 30 minutes.
16.00: Arrive by boat at Titop Island. We will stay in this area for approximately two hours. During this time we offer kayaking to a nearby cave and surrounding waters. Also swimming and mountain climbing on Titop Island. For those who wish there is time for both activities. Kayaking is $10.00 per person (if not pre-booked) in your package.
18.00 – 19.00: International Wine Tasting on the sundeck or in the dining room. ( Optional)
18.30: Arrive by boat at Luon Bo area - anchor for overnight.
19.00: Dinner - enjoy deluxe BBQ and Buffet Dinner in the dining room.
20.45: Evening Activities – evening activities include: film entertainment in the dining room at approximately 9:30; board games and playing cards available; squid fishing from the boat with our crew and massage services are available. We also offer an excursion by tender to a nearby squid fishing boat to see how local fishermen catch squid and other fish (availability depends on weather conditions).The excursion lasts about 45 minutes and costs $10.00 per person.
21.00 – 23.00: Happy Hour - ‘Buy One - Get One Free’ drinks at the bar and on the sundeck.
23.00: End of Program for Day One.
DAY 2: HALONG
06.30: Enjoy Tai Chi on the Sundeck.
07.30: Transfer by tender to the day boat and begin to cruise to some of Halong Bay’s more untouched locales.
8.00: Breakfast – enjoy Western breakfast menu.
10.00: Arrive at Ngoc Vung Island. Take a leisurely bicycle or motor transport ride and enjoy the natural beauty and wildlife. Meet some of the local people.
11.00: Arrive at Ngoc Vung Beach. Swim and relax on the long stretch of sandy white beach.
12.00: Return to the boat by bicycle or motor transport.
13.00: Lunch – enjoy set lunch menu and continue the cruise.
15.30: Arrive at Cong Do. Kayak to a floating fishing village and through caves.
17.30: Return by tender to the Indochina Sails boat.
18.00: International Wine Tasting on the sundeck or in the dining room. Wine tasting is $15.00 per person (unless pre-booked in your package).
18.30: Arrive by boat at Luon Bo area - anchor for overnight.
19.00: Dinner - enjoy deluxe BBQ and Buffet Dinner in the dining room.
20.45: Evening Activities – evening activities include: film entertainment in the dining room at approximately 9:30; board games and playing cards available; squid fishing from the boat with our crew and massage services are available. We also offer an excursion by tender to a nearby squid fishing boat to see how local fishermen catch squid and other fish (availability depends on weather conditions).The excursion lasts about 45 minutes and costs $10.00 per person.
21.00: Happy Hour - ‘Buy One - Get One Free’ drinks at the bar and on the sundeck.
23.00: End of Program for Day Two.
DAY 3: HALONG - HANOI
06.30: Enjoy Tai Chi on the Sundeck.
07.00: Coffee, tea and breakfast pastries served in the dining room.
07.45: Arrive by boat at the Surprise Cave - Optional tour program: prepare for visiting the Surprise Cave OR relax onboard the boat.
08.00: Transfer by tender to the Surprise Cave. Tour the cave for approximately 45 minutes.
09.00: Upon return to the boat please check-out of cabins. Leave heavy luggage ouside of the cabins (staff will transfer to the tender).
09.15: Enjoy breakfast set menu or buffet served in the dining room. Depart by boat to Bai Chay/Halong pier. Settle bills in the dining room after breakfast.
10.15: Relax on the sundeck and enjoy the bay scenery as we approach the pier.
10.45: Arrive by boat at Bai Chay/Halong pier.
11.00: Transfer by tender to the pier – Farewell and End of Cruise.
WHAT TO TAKE:
We suggest a small, lightweight daypack for cameras, extra film, and drinking water and swimming gear, passports & spending money (no credit card accepted on board)
Activities: Walking and Cruise
INCLUSIONS
* Welcome Drink
* Cruise Itinerary and Program
* Entrance and Sightseeing Fees
* In-house English-speaking Tour Guide
* Luxurious Cabins and Suites with A/C and en-suite Bathrooms
* Deluxe Vietnamese and International Lunch and Dinner
* Vietnamese and International Breakfast
* Conference Equipment (Charter only)
* Insurance, Taxes and Service Charges
EXCLUSIONS
* Airfares, Car Transfers and Hotels
* Visa Arrangements
* Massage Services (please see massage menu in cabin)
* Kayaking (Ten dollars U.S. per person, when not prebooked)
* Squid Fishing Boat Excursion (Ten dollars U.S. per person)
* International Wine Tasting (Fifteen dollars U.S. per person, when not pre-booked)
* Beverages
* Tips and Personal Expenses
* All other services not clearly mentioned above
Photo:
http://www.prlog.org/
