ITINERARY:
Day 1: Ha Long International Harbor – Bai Tu Long Bay – Thien Canh Son Cave (L, D)
08:20 – 08:45: Pick up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter
11:30: Arrive at Indochina Junk Office, take rest at the Waiting Lounge before transferring to Cruise.
11:50 – 12:15: Go to the harbor by a Electric Cart
12:30 – 13:00: Welcome to Dragon Legend Cruise. Cruise begins with a welcome drink and safety briefing.
13:15: Have lunch while cruising to magnificent Bai Tu Long Bay; admire the fascinating formations on the way.
14:30: Explore the well- hidden Thien Canh Son Cave.
15:00: Enjoy kayaking to discover the limestone islands in the bay before returning to the cruise ship.
16:15: Back to junk for refreshing and watch sunset on board.
17:15: Back to junk for refreshing before having dinner on board.
17:15: Join a Vietnamese cuisine cooking class (Banh Xeo).
19:00: Take a rest and enjoy dinner in a peaceful and romantic atmosphere on the bay.
20:00: Leisure time, guests can experience squid fishing, and have a good night on Dragon Legend Cruise.
Day 2: Vung Vieng Fishing Village – Ha Long International Port (B, L)
06:00: Start a new day with a Tai Chi demonstration on the sundeck.
07:00 – 07:15: Breakfast is served on the cruise.
07:45: Visit Vung Vieng fishing village by a rustic rowboat, meet the local people and pass through the floating school and fish farms.
08:45: Return to the cruise for relaxation and leisure.
09:45 – 10:00:Check out and enjoy some free time to relax, capture memorable photos as the cruise passes through a stunning limestone island area.
10:15: Enjoy a buffet while the cruise continues its journey on the bay.
11:30 – 12:00: The cruise returns to the International Port of Ha Long. Drive to Yen Duc village in Dong Trieu province for a short break in this typical Vietnamese agricultural village which is rich in culture and traditions.
13:00 – 13:45: Enjoy water puppet show performed by local artists.
16:00: Arrive in Hanoi. Trip ends.
NOTES
This itinerary might subject to change due to the weather or tide condition without prior notice.
On the return, you will have a short break at Yen Duc Village – a typical Vietnamese agricultural village which is rich in culture and traditions. This is a great chance to visit the charming fields while wandering narrow alleyways in the odorous fresh air and enjoying the WATER PUPPET SHOW there
ITINERARY:
DAY 1: HA LONG INTERNATIONAL HARBOR – BAI TU LONG BAY – CAP LA
08:20 – 08:45: Pick up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter
11:30: Arrive at the Indochina Junk Office, take rest at the Waiting Lounge before transferring to Cruise.
11:50 – 12:15: Electric cars bring guests to the port where the crew and staff welcome them and assist with check-in on the cruise.
12:30 – 13:00: Enjoy welcome drinks after boarding the cruise, guests, receive a brief introduction to the 3-day, 2-night itinerary, safety regulation, and receive room keys.
13:15: Have lunch onboard, savoring fresh and delicious seafood dishes of Ha Long. The cruise starts its journey to explore Bai Tu Long Bay.
15:00 – 17:00: The first destination is the Cap La area, also known as a navy base. Here, you can enjoy kayaking to discover majestic rock islets and pristine nature (under favorable weather conditions: no fog, no significant waves or strong winds, etc.).
16:00: Back to the cruise and enjoy the sunset view over Bai Tu Long Bay.
19:00: Take a rest and enjoy dinner in a peaceful and romantic atmosphere on the bay.
20:30: Leisure time; guests can experience squid fishing, and have a good night on Dragon Legend Cruise.
DAY 2: THIEN CANH SON CAVE – VUNG DANG – CONG DAM
07:30: Start a new day with Tai Chi on the sundeck & a morning view of the Bay’s landscape
08:00: Have breakfast onboard.
08:45 – 10:15: Visit Thien Canh Son Cave, the most beautiful natural cave in Bai Tu Long Bay, where you will be amazed by the mesmerizing stalactites and stalagmites formed over thousands of years. Enjoy kayaking and exploring Hon Co Island.
10:30: Back to the cruise. Cruise to Cong Dam area to explore the natural beach, take a stroll, relax, and unwind.
12:30: Enjoy a unique BBQ lunch on the picturesque beach, prepared by the chefs directly on the beach. After the meal, guests can engage in some beach activities.
14:30: Back to the cruise for relaxation and leisure.
17:15: Join a Vietnamese cuisine cooking demonstration with Banh Xeo while cruising to Cong Do area
19:00: Take a rest and enjoy dinner in a peaceful and romantic atmosphere on the bay.
20:30 – 23:30: Leisure time, guests can experience squid fishing, and have a good night on Dragon Legend Cruise.
DAY 3: CONG DO – VUNG VIENG VILLAGE – HA LONG INTERNATIONAL HARBOR
07:00 – 07:15: Breakfast is served. Guests can enjoy the beauty of the bay in the serene morning.
07:45 – 08:45: Visit Vung Vieng fishing village, a small, secluded village with beautiful and tranquil scenery. Here, local fishermen on bamboo boats will take you to experience the unique life of the fishing community.
09:00: Back to the cruise.
09:45 – 10:00: Check-out procedures.
10:15: Enjoy a premium buffet or set menu while the cruise slowly returns to the port.
11:30: The cruise arrives at the port. Drive to Yen Duc village in Dong Trieu province for a short break in this typical Vietnamese agricultural village which is rich in culture and traditions.
13:00 – 13:45: Enjoy water puppet show performed by local artists.
16:00: Arrive in Hanoi. Trip ends.
NOTES
- This itinerary is subject to change due to the weather or tide condition
- On the return, you will have a short break at Yen Duc Village – a typical Vietnamese agricultural village that is rich in culture and traditions. This is a great chance to visit the charming fields while wandering narrow alleyways in the odorous fresh air and enjoying the WATER PUPPET SHOW there.
- Visitors not recommended on board (for safety reasons): People with physical or sensory disabilities; Persons with symptoms of hallucination, sleepwalking, claustrophobia, epilepsy.
INCLUSION:
- All land transportation Hanoi – Ha Long – Hanoi
- Welcome drink
- Luxury en-suited cabin with A/C, hot water
- All meals on the boat
- Tea & coffee free at breakfast
- English-speaking guide on board
- Kayaking
- Cooking Class
- Water Puppet show
EXCLUSION:
- Personal expenses
- Extra drinks
- Bank charge (for payment by credit card)
- Spa and Massage Services
WHAT TO BRING?
- Sun Glasses
- Sun Block
- Wide Brim Hat
- Insect Repellent
- Swimming Suits
- Warm Clothes (in winter from November to April)
- Original Passport
Dragon Legend Cruise
Dragon Legend boat features 24 luxury cabins, 4 decks with both inside and outside restaurants, a spa, bar, sundeck area and other entertainment options.
Each spacious cabin is a work of art with Vietnamese traditional hand crafted décor and modern facilities, a private bathroom includes a bathtub and big sea view windows. Dragon Legend cruise offers dramatic public spaces, impressive open air dining and a bar that definitely makes for a relaxing trip in the bay.
The mission of Indochina Junk Company and the Dragon Legend cruise is to offer trips to Bai Tu Long Bay in the less touristed area so the itinerary has been well researched to lead you far off the beaten track.
All the design features, itinerary and activities on board are customer oriented. The goal of the Dragon Legend cruise is to bring you another truly exceptional cruise experience of the greater Halong Bay area.
Duration: 2D1N/3D2N Price From: From 229USD/pax