SIC TOUR - CODE: SUN01
Cruise Name: Swan Halong Cruise
HIGHLIGHTS
- Cruise in Bai Tu Long Bay, the less visited part of Halong Bay
- Traditional boats and authentic experience
- Oriental-designed cabin with large windows and en-suite bathroom
- Explore Halong Bay by kayak, visit the caves and a bamboo boat trip to floating village
- Authentic Vietnamese cuisines onboard
DAY 1: HANOI - BAI TU LONG BAY - CONG DO - CAP LA ISLAND (-/L/D)
07.45 – 8.30: Our bus will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi and start your trip to explore the most amazing bay in the North of Vietnam. On the way, we will have a quick stop in the middle of the way to rest.
11.40: Arrive at our waiting lounge at Ha Long international cruise port, you will have a bit of time to relax. Wait for our captain to finish the registration and transfer by tender to our boat.
12.35: Enjoy a welcome drink and spend a couple of minutes briefing about safety on the boat and activities included then we check in our cabin.
13.00: Delicious Vietnamese set menu will be served while leisurely cruising further into Bai Tu Long Bay.
15.00: Arrive in the kayaking area – that is Cap La Island. Enjoy kayaking through the karst and breathtaking nature, swimming and relaxing.
17.30: Get back to the boat and enjoy our Sunset party while our cruise sailing to the overnight anchorage. Attend a Vietnamese cooking demonstration. You can quickly learn a simple but delicious Vietnamese dish that Gordon Ramsey (a 2 Michelin Star Chef) used to guide – Nem Cuon or challenge yourself in fruit and vegetable carving.
19.00: Sumptuous set dinner on board.
20.30: Free time to challenge yourself in Vietnamese puzzle games, or gathers your group/family for a board game; try your luck with squid fishing or simply have a cocktail and enjoy the quiet night on the bay.
DAY 2: BAI TU LONG BAY - THIEN CANH SON CAVE (B/L/-)
06:30: Sunrise Tai-chi section on sundeck or catch a morning view of the stunning bay’s landscape with a cup of tea or coffee.
07.00: Breakfast will be served in Western style, familiar to you to fulfill your strength and ready for another exploring day.
08.00: Explore the well-hidden Thien Canh Son Cave.
09.00: Upon return to the boat you will have about 30 minutes to freshen up and finish packing.
10.00: Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch on the boat.
10.30: Back to the harbor.
11.00: Disembark at Ha Long cruise port.
11.30: Our bus will take you back to Hanoi.
15.30: End of service.
HOME SWEET HOME
Included / Excluded
To help you plan your trip, we have put together a list of what's included and what's not included in your tour package. This will give you a clear understanding of what to expect and help you make any necessary arrangements before your journey begins.
- Shuttle bus/ Luxury Limousine Transportation round trip
- English Speaking Guide from Hanoi and on board
- Entrance and Sightseeing fees
- Luxury Cruise through Halong bay
- Meals are mentioned on program (B: Breakfast, Br: Brunch, L: Lunch, D: Dinner)
- Cooking demonstration
- Sunset party
- Kayaking
- Welcome drink, cold handkerchief
- Daily mineral water (2 bottles/ pax/ tour day)
- Service charge, Insurance on board
- All flights with tax
- Travel Insurance
- Early check in or late check out
- Drinks and Beverages
- Surcharge for Public Holidays
- Compulsory Gala Dinner on 24th Dec and 31st Dec: 35 USD/adult, 25 USD/ child
- Lunar New Year (30th Dec, 01, 02, 03 Jan in Lunar Calendar): 25 USD/adult, 15 USD/ child
- TIPPING for local guide, cruise team, tour manager and driver (compulsory): 8-10 USD/ pax/ day
- All other services are not mentioned on Inclusions
CHILD POLICY
Child under 5 years old: Complimentary 01 child sharing bed with parents
Child 5-7 years old: charge 50% of adult's rate (maximum 01 child per cabin)
Child 8-11 years old: charge 75% of adult's rate (maximum 01 child per cabin)
Child 12 years old and above: charge as adult's rate
IMPORTANT NOTES
1. Schedule and activities:
- The program may be subject to change depending on weather conditions or specific tides without announcing to visitors in advance.
- Time in the schedule is only relative. The specific time will be announced by our tour guide on the day of departure.
- All activities are included in the program. Guests can choose to relax themselves and enjoy the scenery on board, without having to fully participate in activities above.
2. Menu and meals:
- The trip with full meals on board.
- The menu on board is daily standard for all visitors. If there are personal requirements such as diet, vegetarian … Please advise us when booking the tour or tour guide in advance. After embarking, it is no longer changeable due to the stock limit condition. Identifications and personal belongings should be brought.
3. Things to bring:
- Original passport / ID card (required for check-in).
- Cash.
- Camera.
- Personal wares: Sunglasses, hats, sun scream, sport shoes, casual wears.
Tour Map
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