En route we have a short stop at the Sao Do center run for and by
handicapped children. Upon arrival at Halong Bay (approx. midday) we
will be met by the Customer Services Manager and transferred to our
luxury junk, the ‘Jewel of the Bay’. Once we have settled in we can
begin our cruise around majestic Halong Bay accompanied by a delicious
lunch.
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Day 1: Hanoi – Halong Bay
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We depart from the capital for Halong Bay approximately three hours
away. En route we have a short stop at the Sao Do center run for and by
handicapped children. Upon arrival at Halong Bay (approx. midday) we
will be met by the Customer Services Manager and transferred to our
luxury junk, the ‘Jewel of the Bay’. Once we have settled in we can
begin our cruise around majestic Halong Bay accompanied by a delicious
lunch. After lunch we have the chance to explore some of the limestone
caves dotted around the bay. Then our captain will find a secluded spot
where we can swim in the clear water of the bay, soak up the sun on the
top deck or try our hand at some kayaking. After we have finished
exploring for the day we retire to the junk. We can relax on the top
deck using the sun-tanning area or enjoy a refreshing drink from the
bar. In the evening our cook will prepare
a splendid meal comprised of fresh seafood dishes as well as
traditional Vietnamese fare as we 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.
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Day 2: Halong Bay – Hanoi
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Rising to the tranquil beauty of the bay we have time for an early
morning dip followed by breakfast. This morning we continue to move
around the bay to find more secluded areas to either swim or kayak in.
The kayaks are lightweight and easy to use and in keeping with our
safety policies all participants will be issued
with water buoyancy vests. The junk will be near us at all times
serving as a back up vessel for those that require it. At around midday
we will return to the main harbor before transferring to our awaiting
vehicle for a 3-hour journey back to Hanoi. We should be back in the
capital at around 4pm. The Trip Ends!
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Facilities:
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- Private Air conditioning cabin
- Ensuite bath room & hot shower
- International standard toilets
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Children Policy:
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- Child under 05 years old: free of charge (sharing cabin with parents without extra Bed)
- Child from 05 to under 12 years old: 75 % charge (sharing cabin with parents with extra Bed)
- Child over 12 years old: 100% charge (sharing cabin with parents with extra Bed)
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Trip Included:
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- Accommodation on Board: Private Cabin with hot water, western toilet style & Air-Conditioner
- All Meals: 1 Breakfast + 2 Lunches + 1 Dinner with fresh sea food
- Welcome Drink on Board (soft drink, tea or coffee)
- English Speaking Guide on Board
- Tai Chi Exercise in the morning
- All taxes & services charge
- Insurance on Board
- Sightseeing tickets
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Trip Excluded:
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- Transfer Hanoi-Halong Bay-Hanoi by Private Car/Van or shuttle Bus: on request
- Pre-post accommodation in Hanoi
- Personal Expenses
- Kayaking: on request
- Tippings
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