Tour organizer:Departure from: Ha Long
Duration: 1 day
Itinerary:
After you’re picked up at hotels located in Hanoi from 7:45 AM - 8:15 AM, head out on the drive to Halong Bay, making a short stop half way to visit crafts workshops, where you’ll see marble stone sculptures, plaque paintings, and hand-embroidered items.
On your full-day excursion continue on the scenic drive to Halong, reaching the city pier at around 12:00 PM, and board your private cruise.
You’ll be greeted on board and then enjoy a fresh seafood lunch. Have a chance to take in the tranquil beauty and breathtaking scenery from the deck of the boat.
During the cruise you’ll enjoy views of tiny islands with their rock arches, sheer cliffs, innumerable white sand beaches, and peaceful coves. Like sculpted cartoon characters, these limestone islands have fanciful names, such as Incense Burner, Stone Dog, and Fighting Cock (which is the symbol of Halong Bay).
You will then head on to Thien Cung (Heavenly Palace Grotto). Explore its huge chambers adorned with stalactites and stalagmites of all kinds. Finally, enjoy 45-minutes of kayaking or paddling a bamboo boat around the islands and water tunnels. You’ll also have the opportunity to observe the daily life of fishermen and their families in a floating village.
Avail of fresh fruits back on board the boat and relax on the sundeck with some drinks. Head back to the wharf in the late afternoon for the return drive to Hanoi. Upon arrival in Hanoi at around 20:30 to 21:00, you will be dropped back at your hotel.
