Day 1: Hanoi- Ginger Cruises Halong (Lunch, Dinner)
We depart from the capital at 8 :10am for Halong Bay approximately three hours away by Private Car. En route we have a short stop at the Sao Do center run for and by handicapped children for short break. Upon arrival at Halong Bay 12:00pm
12:15: Welcome by Ginger staff and embark with the shuttle boat for short transfer (approximately 5 minutes) to the Halong Ginger. Welcome cocktail and check-in on board the Ginger
13.00-16.00: Cruise on the Emeraude on Halong Bay passing by some of the most scenic locations including Yen Ngua, Con Coc mountains and a floating village. Vietnamese buffet lunch is served in the Emeraude restaurant from 13.00-14.30. Followed by an excursion to Sungsot Grotto (Grotto of Surprises) with optional guide to the grotto. En-route, enjoy the view from the sun deck, or relax for professional massage (this optional service is not include in our quote). Continue cruising on Halong bay.
16.00-18.30: Anchor near Trinh Nu & Hang Trong caves. Swimming, Kayaking if weather permitted (Kayaking is optional, so not included in our service)
19.00-21.00: Vietnamese buffet dinner is served in the Ginger dinning room. The Emeraude anchored between breathtaking Trinh Nu and Hang Trong Cave.
Accommodation and overnight on Halong Ginger Cruise.
23.00 End of program for day one
DAY 2 (Option 1)
Nature Walk, Cultural Immersion on Lien Minh Village
06:00 – 07:00 Complimentary cafe gourmand served on the Sundeck
06:30 – 07:00 Learn ancient art of Tai Chi on sundeck
07:00 – 08:00 Energizing breakfast served
08:00 – 08:15 Depart The Ginger Cruises, Ha Long Bay
08:15 – 10:30 Cruise through Ha Long Bay to less traveled Lan Ha Bay
10:30 – 11:00 Coastline transfer into the small farming village of Lien Minh
11:00 – 11:45 VIP Lunch
11:45 – 14:15 Nature Walk, Cooking Class, Village Experience
14:30 – 17:15 Cruise through Lan Ha Bay to rejoin The Emeraude Cruises
17:30 – 18:30 Freshen up and share the day’s adventure
18:30 – 19:00 Cocktails on the Sundeck
20:30 – 23:00 Squid Fishing (Seasonal)
19:00 – 21:00 Gourmet VN seafood & European dinner buffet served
DAY 2 (Option 2)
Rock Climbing, Cruising, Kayaking on Moody Island
06:00 – 07:00 Complimentary cafe gourmand served on the sundeck
06:30 – 07:00 Learn ancient art of Tai Chi on sundeck
07:00 – 08:00 Energizing breakfast served
08:00 – 08:15 Depart The Cruises, Ha Long Bay
08:15 – 10:15 Cruise through Ha Long Bay to less traveled Lan Ha Bay
10:15 – 11:30 Visit beaches, Archways and Kayaking
11:45 – 12:30 VIP Lunch and transfer to Moody’s Beach
12:30 – 15:15 Rock Climb on Moody’s Beach (option kayaking)
15:20 – 17:15 Cruise through Lan Ha Bay to rejoin The Emeraude Cruises
17:30 – 18:30 Freshen up and share the day’s adventure
18:30 – 19:00 Cocktails on the Sundeck
20:30 – 23:00 Squid Fishing (Seasonal)
19:00 – 21:00 Gourmet VN seafood & European dinner buffet served
Day 3: More Cruise Halong Bay on Ginger Cruise – Hanoi (Brunch)
Early moring-07.00: Attend in a Tai chi course to relax yourself in the early morning of Orient or wake up early to see Sunrise.
07.00-09.00: The Ginger sail once again through the breathtaking scenery of Halong Bay heading for Halong city, it is your time to take breakfast with European buffet breakfast at the Emeraude restaurant.
09.00-09.30: Check out of cabin.
09.30-10.00: Transfer by shuttle boat to Emeraude Pier. Pick-up by our car. Drive back to Hanoi. Arrive Hanoi at 2.00pm. The Trip ends at your hotel or transfer to airport (Upon request!).
Peak season surcharge:
+ 25% on Christmas 24/12; New Year 31/12 and Lunar New Year’s Eve.
Tour Inclusion :
Pick up and drop off at hotel by air-conditioned bus.
Professional English speaking guide
Entrance fees, activities on board.
Overnight Cruise
Meals as indicated.
Tour EXclusion :
Travel insurance
Personal expenses (laundry, telephone, shopping…)
Tipping/ Gratuities
Others not mentioned in inclusions
Drinks
