Bai Tu Long Bay Cruise 2 Days 1 Night

Duration: 2 days 1 night

Destination: Hano - Halong Bay - Bai Tu Long Bay

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Bai Tu Long bay is a rising destination in the Halong Bay area. It is great for those who like off the beaten path, explore untouched beaches, less touristy and amazing beauty of thousand of limestone islands with various shapes.

Tour brief

Bai Tu Long Bay comprises hundreds of islands in both big and small sizes. They belong to two types: lime-stone islands and schist islands. The islands of Bai Tu Long are the result of tectonic process over 300 million years. Many of them are well-known tourism islands such as Quan Lan Island, Minh Chau Island, Ngoc Vung Island, and The Vang Island. Karst corrosion process and weathering created several amazing caves, especially Quan Cave (Navy Cave).

Bai Tu Long Bay has a rich biodiversity with typical ecosystems: mangrove ecosystem, coral reef ecosystem, ecosystem of tropical forests. It is home to various species of flora and fauna. There are 780 species of flora in Bai Tu Long Bay and 21 species among them are included in the list of Vietnam’s Red Data Book. Scientists also found 931 species of aquatic animals there. In 2001, Bai Tu Long National Park was established with the area of 14 ha in order to preserve biodiversity in this region.

Bai Tu Long Bay has the total population of 30.000 people whose livelihoods depend mainly on farming and fishing. On Bai Tu Long, there remain many archaeological relics of Halong Culture (dating around 3.000 – 2.000 BC) and historical trails of the ancient Van Don commercial port in 13th century.

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 Office, take a rest at the Waiting Lounge before transferring to Cruise.
11:50 – 12:15: Go to the port by a buggy, where the crew and staff will welcome you and assist with the check-in process onto the cruise ship.
12:30 – 13:00: After boarding the cruise ship, you will enjoy tea and listen to an introduction about the itinerary and safety information for the journey, as well as check-in to your cabin.

13:15: Have lunch at the onboard restaurant, featuring seafood dishes from Quang Ninh. The cruise ship will start its journey to explore Bai Tu Long Bay, passing through limestone islands and beautiful scenery along the bay.

14:30: The tour guide will take you to visit Thien Canh Son Cave, where you can explore the natural beauty of the cave with unique stalactites formed over thousands of years.

15:00: Relax on Hon Co Beach and join a kayaking excursion to discover the limestone islands in the bay before returning to the cruise ship.

16:15: Back to the cruise ship and enjoy a sunset cruise on Bai Tu Long Bay.
17:15: Join a Vietnamese cooking class.
19:00: Rest and have dinner in a quiet and romantic atmosphere on the bay.
20:00: Free time to relax and you can also join the experience of squid fishing. Spend the night on Bai Tu Long Bay

Day 2: Vung Vieng Fishing Village – Ha Long International Harbor (B, L)
07:00 – 07:15: Morning view of the Bay’s landscape with a cup of tea or coffee. Breakfast is served on the cruise ship.

07:45: Transfer by bamboo boat to visit Vung Vieng fishing village, where you can explore the unique way of life and the beautiful scenery of the fishing village amidst the natural heritage.
08:45: Back to the cruise ship for relaxation and leisure time.
09:45 – 10:00: Check-out and enjoy some leisure time to relax and capture memorable moments as the cruise ship journeys through the stunning limestone island area.
10:15: Enjoy a Set Menu Lunch while the cruise ship continues its journey on the bay.

11:30: 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 a water puppet show performed by local artists.
16:00 : Arrive in Hanoi. Trip ends.

This itinerary might be subject to change due to the weather or tide conditions without prior notice.

Inclusions

Hanoi- Halong- Hanoi ( Luxury Van)
Welcoming drink.
Luxury, en-suite cabin with A/C, hot water.
All meals on boat.
Tea & coffee free with breakfast.
English speaking guide on board.
Kayaking.
Water puppet show

Exclusions

Personal expenses.
Extra drinks.
Bank charge (for payment by credit cards).
Spa and Massage Services

Hotels

VISITIORS ARE NOT RECOMMENDED ON BOARD (FOR SAFETY REASON)

Person with disability: physical or sensory
Person who has symptoms of hallucinations, sleepwalking, fear of being enclosed, epilepsy…
Person who is older than 80

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