ROYAL HERITAGE CRUISE WITH BAI TU LONG BAY EXPLORATION
(3 Days / 2 Nights)

Day 01: ROYAL HERITAGE CRUISE WITH BAI TU LONG BAY: Hanoi – Halong bay Cruise Trip (L, D)
07h45 - 8h30: our guide and shuttle bus will pick you up at your hotel or private address and then transfer to Halong city. On the haft way, you have a short break around 20 minutes at Hai Duong city where you can experience our hand-made Vietnamese handicraft products such as lacquer wares, paintings, sculptures, embroideries, clothing etc, made by Hai Duong inhabitants and chilren war victims. After that, we go straight to Halong city. 12h30: Arrive Halong Bay, Welcome aboard with drinks. Checking in and setting sail through the mysterious bay whilst an exquisite lunch is served in a relaxing ambiance. Our cruise sails amongst natural rock formations of picturesque beauty; boasting views of the UNESCO World Heritage unique seascape of Halong Bay, offering an opportunity to admire a collection of sculpted islets with amazing shapes resembling: Fighting Cock islet, Human heads islet, Swans islet, Toads, Finger islet and Rocky Dog islet. 14h30: Visiting Ba Hang (three caves area) floating village by local rowing boat - one of 4 fishing villages serving major tourist attractions in Halong Bay, located in the region of well-known three caves, next to Thien Cung (heaven) grotto, Dau Go grotto ... only with about 50 families spending their whole lives here. Excursion to floating village: Taking a rowing boat by a local woman and visiting the floating villages of fishing folk that will provide you with a unique cultural insight of warm and friendly people of the sea who have lived their whole lives aboard tiny bamboo boat. 16h00: Drop anchor in the calm water surrounded by beautiful islets for swimming, kayaking to visit Luon cave, surrounded by luxuriant trees and high dangerous stone walls. Exploring by kayak: After a lesson with our expert on how to paddle safely, you will kayak a maze of incredible rock formations rising majestically from green water, every turn will bring you new surprise. Secret passages leading to hidden lagoons and magical sea caves with a unique ecosystem, getting close to sea creatures and coral reef. 17h00: Enjoy the complimentary sunset party on the sundeck with local wine and fresh fruits. At this time, our guide also takes this chance to share more about local people’s living and customs. 17h30: Join Cooking demonstration.You will be guided by our chef step by step how to make a Vietnamese traditional cuisine. This is a very great chance for you to know about their daily life in Northern of Vietnam and understand more Vietnamese ingredients and its substitution that we use for our cooking class on the boat. 19h30: Dinner is served in the restaurant. A perfect moment for talking with friends and having a discussion on the next day’s exploration. 21h00: Relaxing at your cabin or trying squid fishing with the Royal crew, watching a movie, having a drink at the bar, internet access or playing exciting games. Overnight on board.

Day 02: ROYAL HERITAGE CRUISE WITH BAI TU LONG BAY: Kayaking Tour in Bai Tu Long bay (B,L,D)
7h30: Breakfast, coffee and tea served8h30: Transfer by tender to smaller boat to visit the pearl village - directly witnessed the pearl breeding, admire the pearl products – will be speccial souvenirs for your friends. Then, explore Day and Night cave. Guided kayaking, swimming, a pristine natural cave lapped by the turquoise water. 12h00: Lunch is served on the small boat while cruising another part of Halong bay. 14h00: Rowing small bamboo boat to vistit Van Gia floating village where you have chance to see the real daily life of fishermen.15h30: Visit Soisim island- an soil island 400 m away from Ti Top Island with many ancient trees – suitable for Short trek to the top, and from there, you will have an overview of Halong bay, Baitulong bay and Halong city. 16h30: Return to Royal Heritage cruise, take time to refresh and relax 17h00: Enjoy the complimentary sunset party on the sundeck with local wine and fresh fruits 17h30: Join Cooking demonstration. Another chance to enjoy our Vietnamese traditional cuisines under our chef’s guide and you can do yourselves, which will be small surprise for your relatives and friends when you come back. 19h00: Dinner is served in the restaurant. 21h00: Retire to your cabin or join the fishing excursion, watch a movie, have a drink at the bar, internet access or play exciting games. Overnight on board

Day 03: ROYAL HERITAGE CRUISE WITH BAI TU LONG BAY: Halong bay – Hanoi (B, L)
7h30: Light Breakfast, coffee and tea served, while sailing to Sung Sot cave
8h30: Drop anchor to explore Sung Sot cave (Surprising cave) - one of the largest and the most beautiful caves in Ha Long Bay, regarded as an Opera theatre on Ha Long Bay with 3 main chambers covering an area of over 10,000 sq.m.

9h30: Back to Royal boat, relax before checking out
09h45 – 11h15: Buffet Lunch will be served on board whilst the Cruiser keeps on its route through the Bay back to Ha Long City. 12h00: Disembark at the harbor, Halong city. Take our shuttle bus to return to Hanoi 16h30: Arrival back at your hotel or home.
End of services and See you next time!

Price: 196 US$/pp

Our prices are quoted in USD based per person per cabin for accommodation and full board for 3 days/2 night s and valid till 31 May 2012

Included:

    Full furnished deluxe en-suite cabin with A/C, hot water
    All meals as itinerary.
    Complimentary morning tea and coffee
    Welcome drink
    Cookery demonstration
    Entrance and sightseeing fees
    Kayaking
    Local rowing boat
    Day boat on the second day
    Fishing equipment, movie, exciting games
    English speaking guide
    Shuttle bus (round trip)
    Fruits and local wine party
    On board insurance

Excluded:

    Beverages
    Personal expenses
    VAT tax
    Tips and other personal expenses
    All services and items not mentioned specifically in the list above

Trip note:

    Special requests on food (diet or vegetarian) please inform us before departure
    Children from 5 to 10 years old are charged 75%, sharing room with parents.
    Children under 5 years old are FOC, sharing room with parents.
    Surcharge 20% on above rates for check-in on Lunar new year, Christmas’s Eve, New year’s Eve.

Necessary things to bring: Passport (valid passport is required when check-in), Sunglasses, hat, insect repellent, swimsuits, cash

This itinerary is subject to change without prior notice. Please get final confirmation from our sales staff before your departure. Rates are subjected to changed without prior notice

Promotion might apply, inclusions and exclusions might change – you will be informed of changes upon booking