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Hang Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave: Explore The Biggest Cave in Halong Bay

A place so amazing that the French deemed it “Grotte des Surprises” or (Surprise Grotto), Sung Sot Cave is one of the biggest, most beautiful caves in Halong Bay and a highlight on most Halong Bay itineraries.

Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave: Explore The Biggest Cave in Halong Bay

IN A NUTSHELL
  • Found by the French in 1901.
  • Elevation: 25 meters above sea level.
  • Located on: Bo Hon Island.
  • Size: 10,000 m2.
  • Best time to visit: Year round; however, the best months to visit are from October to December when the humidity level is low (60-70%).

Location

The cave can be found on the island of Bo Hon, along with another popular Halong cave, Trinh Nu. From the dock below, visitors must climb 50 stairs to the grotto’s mouth, which is just 25 meters above the sea. Sung Sot Cave is divided into two chambers; the first chamber, known as the “Waiting Room” is vast, adorned by stalagmites and stalactites and lit by multicolored lights positioned to complement the chamber’s structural beauty.

Sung sot cave from outside!

In order to reach the second chamber, visitors must walk down a narrow passageway. The second chamber is known as the “Serene Castle”. This chamber is large and grand with an extremely high ceiling and has many interesting rock formations which locals identify by likening them to animals due to their shapes.

Legend of Sung Sot cave

One eye-catching rock formation is shaped like a horse with a long-sword and is linked to the legend of Thanh Giong (God Gióng). It is said that Thanh Giong protected locals by defeating aggressors, demons and evil spirits, and once his work was done he ascended to the heavens, leaving behind a stone horse and sword to continue to drive away any future aggressors.

At the exit of the grotto, there is an open area called the “Royal Garden” where there is a peaceful pond and beautiful banyan trees. Some lucky visitors get to see monkeys in search of fruit which makes for some great photo opportunities!

How to visit Sung Sot Cave

There are two popular ways to visit Sung Sot Cave:

Option 1:

For tourists who are in shortage of traveling time and want to include Sung Sot Cave only in their itinerary, the best way is to rent a canoe. Most high-speed canoes are docked in Tuan Chau and Hon Gai Pier. It often costs from US$50/hour for a 4-to-8-seat canoe.

Option 2:

Alternatively, a more convenient and budget-saving option to visit Sung Sot Cave is to take a 6-hour day boat.

Sung Sot Cave belongs to route 2 that the day boat departs from Tuan Chau International Port – Soi Sim Island – Titop Island – Sung Sot Cave – Bo Nau Cave – Luon Cave – Fairy Lake Cave – Trinh Nu Cave – Me Cung Cave. Visitors have opportunities to enjoy activities such as exploring caves, swimming, boat sailing, and kayaking.

Ticket price: the ticket is sold at Tuan Chau International Port. It costs VND 290.000/pax. Additionally, tourists have to pay VND 200.000 boat rental fee and VND 150.000 to VND 250.000 for lunch (optional). The total price is VND 640.000 – VND 740.000/pax.

Note:

  • Children under 1.2m or 7 years old are free.
  • Children from 7 to 16 years old get a 20% ticket price reduction.
  • People aged above 60 years old get a 50% ticket price reduction.

Best time to visit

While the best for locals to visit Halong Bay is from April to October, winter from October to December attracts the biggest number of foreigners to the wonder. During this season, the humidity level is low and the weather is dry.

What to pack

Tourists should prepare light clothes, some sweaters, sports shoes. Insect repellent and sunscreen are also necessary as you will spend a large amount of time outdoors and in the caves.

Perla Dawn Sail

Perla Dawn Sail

 

Day 1 : Hanoi – LAN HA BAY – DINNER ON TOP DECK (Lunch,Dinner)

9h00Am : Our limousine pick you in All hotels in Hanoi Old Quater

12:00 – 12:30 : Embark the Perla Dawn Sail at Hai Phong Office, No 9, Nui Ngoc street, Cat Ba Town, Cat Hai District, Hai Phong City. Enjoy a welcome drink and cruise briefing.

13:00 – 14:00 : A splendid lunch is served while cruising into the primitive Lan Ha Bay with its hundreds of small and large islands creating an enormous picture depicting the scene.

15:15 – 17:15 : Experience the fantastic kayaking to discover the poetic Tra Bau area. Then enjoy swimming in the emerald water. Visit fishing farm, socialize with fishermen to know more about local life here and how they work everyday.

17:00 – 18:45 : Return to the Perla Dawn Sails Cruise for a sunset time on top deck to appreciate the best snapshots of the day when the sun begins to set. Enjoy daily promotion HAPPY HOUR – BUY 2 GET 1 FREE all beverages from 5 to 6pm while taking part in the cooking demonstration. Relax with Massage and Spa treatment, always available upon request.

19:00 : Delight in a shimmering and fanciful dinner on top deck in the center of the serene Bay surrounded by the light of a thousand stars with extremely flavorful food and be impressed by an absorbing fruit and vegetable carving display. Take great pleasure in traditional music performances. Then, socialize with new friends and crew members, join squid fishing. Overnight on Perla Dawn Sail.

 

Perla Dawn Sail

 

Day 2 : Halong Bay – BRIGHT CAVE – CAT HAI PORT (Br, Lunch)

06:00 – 06:30 : Begin your new day with a Tai Chi session or a photo chase.

07:00 – 08:00 : Enjoy breakfast in the fresh air and peaceful beauty of the Bay.

08:15 – 08:45 : Visit Bright Cave on bamboo boat, a serene round lake encompassed by rich trees and high risky stone walls.

09:00 – 10:15 : Pack your luggage and check out of the cabin while cruising towards the port.

10:30 – 11:30 : Join an extraordinary Buffet lunch.

11:45 – 12:00 : Disembark the Perla Dawn Sails & Farewell.

 

Perla Dawn Sailt INCLUSIVE

Land transportation Hanoi – Lan Ha – Hanoi (Luxury Limousine)
Welcome drink, cold or warm handkerchief
Luxury en-suite bathroom cabin with private balcony
All meals on boat: 2 lunches, 1 dinner, 1 breakfast
Two bottles of water in cabin
Complimentary regular tea and coffee onboard
A bottle of wine in Grand Suite Balcony cabin
English speaking tour guide onboard
Entrance & Sightseeing fees
Kayaking, Swimming & Bamboo boat
Sunset party
Dinner on top deck
Night squid fishing
Cooking demonstration
Tai Chi
Insurance, taxes and service charges

 

Perla Dawn Sail  EXCLUSIVE

Beverages, Tips & Personal expenses
Massage
Bank charge (for payment by credit card)
Airfares
All other services not clearly mentioned above.

WHAT’S TO BRING?

Sun Glasses
Sun Block
Wide Brim Hat
Insect Repellent
Swim Suits
Camera
Warm Clothes (in winter from November to April)
Original valid passport is required upon on-board check-in.

IMPORTANT NOTES

This itinerary is subject to change without prior notice if adverse weather or tide conditions occur.

Advanced reservations are required with complete passenger details, including Full Name, Gender, Date of Birth, Nationality, Passport Number, Visa Expiry Date.

Please inform us of special food requests (diet or vegetarian) before departure.

Ancora Cruise Halong

Ancora Cruise Halong

 

 

DAY 1 : HANOI – HON GAI HARBOR – BAI TU LONG BAY – CONG DO – CAP LA ISLAND – TRA SAN (LUNCH + DINNER)

 

08.00 : The Ancora Limousine will pick you up from your hotel and heading to Northeast of Vietnam

12.30: Arrive at Swan office, transferred by tender to Ancora Cruise.

12.45: Enjoy welcome drink, be briefing about safety on boat and activities included then check in cabin.

13.30: Delicious Vietnamese set menu while leisurely cruising to the core of Bai Tu Long Bay.

15.00: Arrive to Cap La Island the beautiful area in Bai Tu Long bay. Enjoy kayaking through the karst and breathtaking nature, swimming and relaxing.

17.30: Get back to the boat and enjoys Sunset party while our cruise sailing to the overnight anchorage.

19.00: Sumptuous set-dinner onboard.

20.30: Free time for joining Games, you may also try your luck with squid fishing.

Overnight onboard with Halong Ancora Cruise.

 

 

ancora cruise halong

 

 

DAY 2: TRA SAN – THIEN CANH SON CAVE – HON GAI HARBOR (BR + LUNCH)

 

06.30: Starting your day with Tai Chi on the Sundeck.

07.00: Breakfast will be served in Western style and furthermore with Vietnamese traditional food

08.00: Explore the Thien Canh Son. Guide will explain the history of Ha Long Bay, Bai Tu Long Bay and this Cave, made by Mother Nature

09.30: Upon return to the boat you will have 30 minutes to freshen up and finish packing.

Please remove all of your belongings from your cabin, you may leave heavy luggage outside of the cabin (staff will transfer directly to the pier).

10.30: Vietnamese cooking demonstration on boat.

11.00: Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch.

12.00: Disembark in Hon Gai pier

12.30: Farewell Halong Bay then returns to Hanoi

17.30: End of service.

 

Ancora Cruise Halong Included

Local speaking English tour guide on boat.
Entrance and sightseeing fees
Deluxe boutique cruise through Halong bay
All meal on board (2 lunches, 1 dinners, 1 breakfast)
Cooking demonstration
1 Sunset party
Bamboo Rowing boat/ Kayaking
Welcome drink, cold handkerchief
2 bottles of mineral water in cabin
Daily fresh fruit in cabin
Service charge, Insurance on board
Round trip shuttle bus from Hanoi
Hotel in Hanoi pick up & drop off

 

Ancora Cruise Halong Exlusion

Airfares
Visa Arrangements
Beverages, Tips, and Personal Expenses
All other services not clearly mentioned in Inclusions
Travel insurance

Moncheri Cruise Halong + Get FREE Hotel in Hanoi

Halong Moncheri Cruise

Moncheri Cruise is real 5 stars***** ship in Halong Bay. Our itinerary is unique to Lan Ha Bay and Bao Tu Long (NOT touristy) . Besides, you wii get FREE VISA LETTER in 2018

DAY 1: HANOI – HAI PHONG – HALONG BAY – LAN HA BAY  (Lunch + Dinner)

9:00-9:30: You will be picked up from your hotel in Hanoi’s Old Quarter and we will then proceed to the highway directly to GOT FERRY in Hai Phong city for the cruise.

11:45: You will be warmly welcomed by our crew at the port.

12:00: Welcome onboard Moncheri Cruise! You will be greeted with a drink and cold towel. You are then introduced to the cruise and given safety instructions before checking into your cabin. Mon Cheri will set sail and you will have lunch in the luxury restaurant while you enjoy the beauty of the canals on the way to Halong Bay.

15:00: We will then arrive at the Three Peach beach area in Lan Ha Bay which is a famous destination for swimming and kayaking. This region is known for its pristine beaches and spectacular beauty. It has about 400 fascinating limestone islands and caves.

17:30: You will return to Mon Cheri where you can admire the magnificent sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin and enjoy a complimentary sunset party.

You also can choose to destress with a massage service which is available onboard. (Please book directly with the Cruise Manager on the boat.)

19:00: Dinner is served and you will have another wonderful dining experience onboard.

20:30-0:00: After finishing dinner, you can enjoy the landscape of the bay at night up on the top deck, relax with romantic music, enjoy drinks from the bar or try your luck at squid fishing. You can also watch a movie or simply relax in your room.

Overnight on Halong Moncheri Cruise.

 

Mocheri Cruise Halong Halong Moncheri Cruise

 

 

DAY 2: HA LONG BAY – HANOI  (Breakfast + Lunch)

 

06:00: You can wake up early to start your perfect day with a Tai Chi class or watch the sunset on the top deck. This is a perfect setting for your morning coffee/tea.

7:15: A light breakfast is served while the boat cruises to the Dark and Bright Cave (Sang Toi cave) where you can take a bamboo boat to visit the cave.

9:30: Check out of your cabin while cruising back to the dock.

10:00: You can then take part in a cooking demonstration to learn how to prepare one of the most famous Vietnamese dish – traditional spring rolls. A buffet brunch will be served.

11:30: Return to port and disembark.

12:00: Get on the luxury limousine van for the ride back to Hanoi.

15:00: Arrive in Hanoi. End of the trip

Special note: Cruise itineraries and schedules are subject to change without notice depending of the weather and operating conditions.

 

Tour Inclusion:

 

-One night on luxury Moncheri Cruise

-Welcome drink with warm/cold towel

-Entrance fees and sightseeing fees

-In-house English speaking guide

-Fresh fruits

-Accommodation in luxury air-conditioned en-suite cabin

-All meals onboard: 2 lunches, 1 dinner, 1 breakfast

-Taichi session, bamboo boat ride to Dark & Bright Cave, kayaking in

-Ba Trai Dao beach, cooking demonstration, night squid fishing.

-Taxes, service charges, travel insurance

 

Tour Exclusion :

 

-Limousine van or private car transfers

-Visa arrangements

-Beauty spa and massage services

-Other beverages, tips and personal expenses

-All other services not specified

 

Halong Maya Cruise

Halong Maya Cruise

Day 01: Hanoi – Halong Bay (Lunch + Dinner)

08:00: Our BUS with tour guide will pick you up at your hotels in Hanoi Old Quater

10h30: Stopover in Hai Duong city where you can experience our hand-made Vietnamese handicraft products

12h30: Arrive in Tuan Chau Marina Pier (Tuan Chau Island). Followed by activities:

Boarding Maya Cruise for departure.
Welcome drink will be served and cruise briefing, safety instructions, check-in cabins by Cruise Manager.
Great lunch is served while cruising passing by islets, through Hoa Cuong floating village.
Exploration of Halong Bay passing by Soi Sim Beach, Coconut Three Island. Then arrive in the area of Lan Ha bay. Anchoring the vessels at Dark and Bright Cave area.
Kayaking & swimming or just relaxing on the sun-deck for fantastic views. Or rowing boat trip pass through the magnificent landscape with Limestone Mountains and sea caves.
Joining our COOKING CLASS on the sun-deck. Let’s see how to make the fresh/fried spring rolls and mix fish-sauce.
Enjoy sunset party with fruits and wine.

19:30: Under the magnificent night sky, Our luxury set-menu dinner is served with a variety of Vietnamese and Asian foods

Evening activities include:

Join the SQUID FISHING on boat with our crews. You can enjoy the squid cooked with assistance from our chef.
Or Laze yourself with our happy-hour drinks at the bar.
Overnight on Halong Maya Cruise

 

Day 02: Explore Bai Tu Long Bay (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)

 

06:30: Tai Chi class on the Sun-deck

07:30: Have breakfast with Coffee, tea and Bakeries on board

08.30 – 12.30 Transfer to day boat for visiting Ban Chan Island. Have 2 hours for cruising. Time for sunbathing on sundeck, enjoy beauty of the Bay. Kayaking and swimming at Ban Chan Island, a pristine natural one lapped by turquoise water (if the weather permit). Possibility of kayaking through an amazing tunnel carved under a limestone mountain

12.30 Back to boat. Lunch is served, then visiting Vung Vieng Fishing Village

17.30: Return to Maya Cruises. Cooking demonstration will be on the sun-deck. Let’s see how to make the fresh/fried spring rolls and mix fish-sauce. Enjoy sunset party with fruits and wine

19:30: Under the magnificent night sky, in magic atmosphere in Ha long Bay, Our luxury set-menu dinner is served with a variety of Vietnamese and Asian foods

21:00: Evening activities include:

Join the squid fishing on boat with our crews. You can enjoy the squid cooked with assistance from our chef.
Or Laze yourself with our happy-hour drinks at the bar
22:00: Overnight anchorage near Drum cave, the quietest sleeping area permitted by Halong governmental office.

Overnight at Maya Cruise Halong 

 

halong maya cruise

 

 

Day 03: Halong Bay – Hanoi (Breakfast,Lunch)

 

 

06:15: Tai Chi class on the Sun-deck

07:15: Have breakfast with Coffee, tea and Bakeries on board

08:00: Visit the Surprising Cave (Hang Sung Sot) discovered by the French in 1901. Opened for tourists since 1936, now it is a must-to-see and a symbol for geology value of Halong

09:30: Check out time. Then relax on the sun-deck or inside the restaurant to enjoy the bay’s scenery

10h15: Enjoying a traditional Vietnamese lunch while cruising back through Halong Bay to the pier

12:00: Disembarkation at Tuan Chau Pier. Our car will be at your disposal to pick you up then drive back to Hanoi

16:00: Arrive in Hanoi. End of the trip!

 

 

Halong Maya Cruise Inclusive

Transfer Hanoi- Halong- Hanoi (shuttle bus)
Welcome drink
Luxury en-suited cabin with A/C, hot water
All meals on boat
English speaking guide on board
Kayaking
All Taxes & Service charge

 

Halong Maya Cruise Not include

Bank charge (for payment by credit card)
Personal expenses
Extra drinks
All note mentioned clearly

 

What should bring?

Sun Glasses
Sun Block
Wide Brim Hat
Insect Repellent
Swimming Suits
Warm Clothes (in winter from November to April)
Original Passport

Era Cruise Halong Bay

Era Cruise Halong Bay

 

Era Cruise Halong Bay 3 Days 2 Night (Hotel And Cruise)

 

Day 1: Hanoi Arival (Driver pickup)

When you arrive in Hanoi Airport, you will be picked up then driven to the Hotel the center of Hanoi. After check in, you will be free at your leisure.
Alternative: You can also book some day tour like: Hanoi Street Foods Tour, Hanoi City Tour, Bat Trang Ceramic Tour or go to villages near by Hanoi to understand more about our country (This is optional )

Day 2: Hanoi – Lan Ha Bay (Lunch/ Dinner)

09:00 – 09:30 Era Cruise Halong Bay will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi and take you to Hai Phong around 11h30.
12:00 You will be taken on our tender from the wharf and make your way out onto the bay to board our luxurious craft, Era Cruise Halong Bay. You will be welcomed aboard and greeted with a complimentary drink. Our Crew will conduct a compulsory safety procedures session and then you are free to check into your cabin and freshen up. Take some time to have a look around the vessel or watch the magical landscape as you go by.
13:15 A special lunch of fresh seafood and an assortment of appetizing favorites will be served. Dining on a luxury junk with fine food and drinks doesn’t come much better than this. We set sail for Lan Ha Bay passing Da Chong islet where you can see a lighthouse built by the French over 100 years ago.
15:00 When lunch is about to finish, it is just nice that the Cruise complete its entry through Cua Van area to Lan Ha Bay (as part of Halong Bay). The area is surrounded by a lot of extraordinary limestone karst landscapes. Guests can start their journey to explore Ba Trai Dao beach, doing the kayak to immersed in the crystal clear waters of the bay and/or enjoy swimming.
17:00 Back to main boat, and cruising to a place where guests stay.
17:30 – 18:30 Happy hour with special drink menu (Buy one get another one for free)
18:00 Our Vietnamese cooking demonstration is a great way to learn how to prepare delicious appetizers and we will guide you through the process.
19:15 Relish special Signature Dinner in restaurant.
20:45 – 12:00 Your free time to relax with an exotic cocktail or whatever your fancy. Our bar has a wide range or wines, beers and liquors and is always a welcome sight for guests after a day on Bay. Order a Spa service or take any activities on boat cruise such as watching documentary movies, squid fishing or simply relax on our roof top deck under the cover of a star filled sky

 

era cruise halong bay

 

Day 3: Dark & Bright Cave – Ha Long Bay – Hanoi (Light Breakfast/Brunch)

06:30 The nicest time of the day on Lan Ha Bay is the morning. Head to the upper deck to participate in our daily Tai Chi sessions. Relax with an early morning cup of tea, coffee or juice anywhere you wish on the boat and watch the never ending miraculous scenery unfold before you.
07:00 Light breakfast will be served in our restaurant (pastries, tea, and coffee)
7:30 – 9:15 Enjoy the last stage of your trip to Dark & Bright cave and islets by local rowing boats which is a wild and mysterious beauty in the middle of the World Heritage. Back to our main board afterwards.
09:30 Check out of your cabin as we draw closer to the mainland. After a final early brunch and a last goodbye from our crew at 11:30, you will board our tender and head back to the wharf where you will be met by your return trip vehicle to transfer you to Hanoi.
12:10-12:30 Get on Era Cruise Halong Bay transfer to get back to Hanoi.

Era Cruise Halong Bay Include

VAT
English speaking tour guide on boat
Luxury Cruise through Halong bay – Lan Ha Bay (apply for 2 days 1 night) and Bai Tu Long Bay (apply for 3 days 2 nights)
All meals aboard as mentioned in the itineraries, (02 lunches, 01 dinner, 01 light breakfast) for 2 days 1 night, (03 lunches, 02 dinners, 02 light breakfasts) for 3 days 2 nights
Kayaking, Cooking class, Tai chi exercise, Bamboo boat, Swimming (if the weather permits), Movies, Squid fishing, Music entertainment, satellite TV
Sightseeing entrance fees
Luxury cabin with A/C
Day boat for exploring Viet Hai village, Ba Ham lake, kayaking and tour guide for the 2nd day of 3 days/2nights package
Welcome drink, cold handkerchief, fresh flower and fresh fruits basket, two bottle of mineral water in each cabin

Era Cruise Halong Bay Exclude

Luxury mini van Hanoi- Haiphong- Hanoi
Airfare, visa arrangements
Beauty Spa Services & Massage
Beverages, tips, gratuities and other personal expenses
All other services not clearly mentioned above

Halong Athena Cruise 2 days 1 night

Halong Athena Cruise 2 days 1 night

 

 

DAY 1 : HANOI – HALONG BAY – LAN HA BAY ON ATHENA CRUISE ( L/D)

 

07:30 – 08:00 Our tour guide and bus will pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi old quarter.

08:30 Departure to Halong Bay for 3.5 hours and on the way you can enjoy the wonderful landscapes of peaceful country.

10:00 Take a short break at Hai Duong province for refreshment about 20 – 30 minutes.

12:00 Arrive to Tuan Chau harbor in Halong city, take rest at Alisa Cruise Lounge before transfering to Cruise

12:15 Welcome to Halong Athena Cruise, enjoy welcome drink while our Cruise Manager give a brief introduction, safety guidelines needed while you are on the cruise. Check-in your cabin and then, Start enjoying and exploring Halong Bay – one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature.

12:30 Enjoy delicious lunch with Vietnamese and International dishes served, while cruising in the magnificent Halong Bay, admiring the fascinating rock formations in the bay.

13.30 After having lunch, continue to cruise discovery on HaLong Bay, passing by Cua Van Floating Village and Sung Sot cave (Amazing Cave for 1 hour)

14:30 Arrival in Lan Ha Bay where you can do outside activities as swimming, go kayaking at Tung Gau Area – The most wild nature beauty area.

16:00 Visit to Halong Pearl Farm Village. You will have chance to visit Floating Pearl Farm and witness the whole process of local people to produce the natural pearls with great high values, some kinds of oyster pearls are grown and transplanted such as South Sea pearl, Tahitian Black Pearl,…. and then have a look at their achievements in the showroom.

17:30 Come back to Cruise and relax by enjoying Sun Set party with Juices, Cocktails, Red Vine and Fruits on Pararoma Roof Bar.

18:00- 18:30 Join in the cooking class guided directly by Chef of Paradise Elegance Cruise. You have chance to practice Vietnamese traditional dishes such as Spring Roll and other cuisines.

19:30 Time for dinner. Let enjoy special food at Athena Restaurant.

21:00 Evening entertainments: Relax at leisures by yourself, Beauty Spa Services, Enjoy night movies, Play games on the cruise such as cards game, chess, karaoke, squid fishing, and have a good night on Athena Cruise.

 

 

DAY 2 : ATHENA CRUISE- HANOI ( B/L )

 

 

06:30 Wake up early in the morning to enjoy Tai Chi lessons on sundeck. It combines deep breathing and relaxation with very slow and gentle movements. After that coffee, tea and pastries for light breakfast are served in the dining room.

07:00 Morning view of Halong bay’s scenery with a cup of tea or coffee and breakfast.

08:00 Transfer by tender to visit Titop Island (1 hour). After that Stay on board to relax or enjoy a spa treatment at Paradise Spa

9:40 Back to Cruise.

10:00 Check-out and settle bills at reception desk. Having brunch at Alisa Restaurant on cruise.

12:30 Return to Hanoi by comfortable air-con shuttle bus.

14:30 Take a short break in Hai Duong province to visit a ceramics workshop.

16:00 – 16:30 Arrive to Hanoi and end your trip.

 

 

 

halong athena cruise 2 days 1 night

 

 

 

Halong Athena Cruise 2 days 1 night Inclusions:​

 

 

Welcome Cocktail

Cruise Itinerary and Program

Entrance and Sightseeing Fees

In-house English-speaking Tour Guide

Luxury Cabins and Suites with A/C

Luxury en-suite Bathroom

A la cart menu: unlimited order!

2 Asian Lunches and 2 Dinners Buffet, A la cart menu: unlimited order!

1 International Breakfast Buffet + 1 Brunch.

Tai Chi Session

Kayaking & Biking to visit Viet Hai Fishing Village.

Snorkel Equipment (subject to availability)

Insurance, Taxes and Service Charges

 

 

Halong Athena Cruise 2 days 1 night Exclusions:

 

 

Airfares, Airport Transfers and Hotel Accommodation

Beauty Spa Services and Massage

Tips and other Personal Expenses

All other services not clearly mentioned above

Signature Mandarin Cruise Halong

 

Signature Mandarin Cruise Halong

 

    DAY 1 :  DEPARTS 7:30 – 8:00 AM from your hotel in Hanoi – ARRIVES 12:00 PM Halong Tourist Port

   HON GAI HARBOR – BAI TU LONG BAY – CONG DO- CAP LA ISLAND – TRA SAN

 

    07.45 – 8:30: The Swan shutter bus will pick you up from your hotel and heading to northeast of Vietnam

 

    12.30: Arrive at Swan office, transferred by tender to Halong Signature Mandarin Cruise.

 

    12.45: Enjoy welcome drink, be briefing about safety on boat and activities included then check in cabin.

 

    13.30: Delicious Vietnamese set menu while leisurely cruising to the core of Bai Tu Long Bay.

 

    15.00: Arrive to kayaking area – that is Cap La Island. Enjoy kayaking through the karst and breathtaking nature, swimming and relaxing.

 

    17.30: Get back to the boat and enjoys Sunset party while our cruise sailing to the overnight anchorage.

 

    19.00: Sumptuous set-dinner onboard.

 

    20.30: Free time for joining Games, you may also try your luck with squid fishing.

 

    Overnight aboard Signature mandarin Cruise.

 

Signature Mandarin Cruise Halong

 

 

    DAY 2: THIEN CANH SON CAVE – CONG DAM – CAP LA (B, L, D)

 

    06.30: Starting your day with Tai Chi on the Sundeck.

 

    07.00: Breakfast will be served in Western style and furthermore with Vietnamese traditional food.

 

    08.30: Explore the well- hidden Thien Canh Son cave.. Tour guide will explain the history of Ha Long Bay and this Cave, made by Mother Nature.

 

    09.30: We cruise passing several floating hamlets including Cap La and Cong Dam, we enter the Centre of pristine Bai Tu Long Geology Park. A whole day of fun and relaxation with more kayaking, more swimming, sandy beaches. We’ll leave all the crowds behind and cruise deeper into Bai Tu Long Bay

 

    12.00: back to the boat for a delicious hot lunch at noontime

 

    14.00: Spend more time for kayaking or relaxing

 

    16.30: Return to the main boat and enjoy sunset party afterwards

 

    19.00: Dinner will be served.

 

    20.30: Free time for joining Games, you may also try your luck with squid fishing.

 

 

DAY 3    DEPARTS 12:00 Disembark Hon Gai Wharf – ARRIVES 4:00 PM Drop at your hotel in Hanoi

 

    CAP LA ISLAND – BAI TU LONG BAY – HON GAI HARBOR

 

    06.30: Start early Tai Chi demonstration on sundeck.

 

    07.00: Breakfast will be served in Western style and furthermore with Vietnamese traditional food

 

    09.30: Finish packing and check out of your cabin. Prepare to join in our traditional cooking demonstration.

 

    10.30: Vietnamese cooking demonstration on boat.

 

    11.00: Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese brunch.

 

    12.00: Disembark in Hon Gai pier

 

    12.30: Farewell Halong Bay then returns to Hanoi

 

    17.00: End of service.

    Attention: The itinerary is subject to change due to the weather, tide level and operating conditions without prior notice.

 

Signature Mandarin Cruise Halong Included

 

    Welcome Drinks

    Cruise Itinerary and Program

    Entrance and Sightseeing Fees

    English-speaking Tour Guide

    Deluxe Cabins including A/C and en-suite bathroom

    Day boat to Cong Dam area – Bai Tu Long Bay

    Vietnamese and International Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

    Kayaking

    Insurance, Taxes and Service Charges

 

Signature Mandarin Cruise Halong   Exlusion

 

    Airfares, car transfers/ Swan Cruise shuttle bus

    Beverages, tips and personal expenses

    All other services not clearly mentioned above

 

Addinformation in this Cruise

 

Child policy    

 

    Children under 5 years old are FOC, sharing room with parents.

    Children from 5 to 8 years old are charged 50%, sharing room with parents.

    Children from 9 to 11 years old are charged 75%, sharing room with parents.

    Two children below 12 staying in a separate cabin will be charge 75% of the adult price. Children from 12 years older will be charged the same as adults.

 

Notes

 

    Times of activities may vary slightly. Itinerary and Program subject to change when necessary or in bad weather conditions

    Advanced reservation is required with full passenger details, including Full Name, Date of Birth, Nationality, Passport Number, Visa Expiry Date etc.

    A valid passport is required upon check-in onboard..

    What to bring: Swimsuit, sun glasses, insect repellent

 

Special requests on food (diet or vegetarian) please inform us before departure

 

All REQUEST BOOKING to : Signaturemandarincruise@gmail.com

 

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Glamor Star Cruise

Glamor Star Cruise

 

Day 1: Hanoi –  Ha Long Bay – Overnight in Glamor Star Cruise (Lunch, Dinner) 

 

 

07:45 – 08:15: Pick up at your hotel and depart for Ha Long City.

 

12:30 – On arrival at pier, you will board your Glamor Stars Cruise and you are warmly welcomed by professional and friendly crew. Check into cabin.

 

13:00 – Enjoy specially prepared lunch while cruising through most beautiful parts of the magical Bay with thousands of amazing limestone islands emerging from emerald water. Sailing with Glamor Star Cruise in very tranquil route, exploring the exotic beauty of the legendary Bay, a feeling in paradise will come to you. Silversea Cruise brings our valued customers to the most tranquil parts of the Bay where you can’t find any boat there, cruising zigzag through hundreds of islands.

 

15:30 – Discover the magical beauty of nature by kayaking along side limestone cliffs stretching vertically over pure blue water in tranquil bay.

 

16:30 – Swimming time, this is great chance to relax in water.

 

18:00 – Join the sunset party on the sundeck in warm and romantic atmosphere, making friends with other members in the group, enjoy fresh local fruit, listening soft, light music.

 

19:00 – Enjoy the special dinner cooked by our professional chef.

 

20:30 – The moment you choose your own way to relax after dinner, listening to music, singing karaoke, relaxing on the sundeck, squid fishing available for entertainment during the night time.

 

 

   Glamor Star Cruise

 

 

Day 2: Ha Long Bay – Hanoi (B, L) – Surprising Cave, scenic cruise, cooking class

 

 

06:00 – Take photos of sunrise, morning exercise with our Tai Chi master, a perfect healthy way to start a new day.

 

07:00 – Enjoy your breakfast, coffee, tea, fruits.

 

08:00 – Visit Surprising Cave – the most beautiful one in Ha Long Bay.

 

09:00 – Back to Glamor Star Cruise for check-out. Keep cruising towards Ha Long Bay, passing by hundreds of islands and islets with different shapes depending on your imagination.

 

10:00 – Cooking class opened right on the cruise.

 

11:00 – Farewell brunch served on the cruise before you arrive at harbor.

 

12:30 – Get on the bus to Hanoi.

 

16:30 – Transfer you back to your hotel.End of Halong Bay Cruise Tour

 

 

Notes:

 

Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather, tide levels and operating conditions. Swimming or kayaking excursions may be cancelled due to poor weather. Unused services are not subject to a refund.

Meals onboard are fusion: Vietnamese, seafood & international. Guests should advise of any special food preferences, allergies or dietary requirements at least one (1) day prior to the cruise date.

Advance registration is required with full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport number and visa expiry date for all passengers. A valid passport is required upon check-in. Otherwise, boarding may be denied by port authority.

 

What to bring:

 

Sun block

Camera + Film

Insect repellent

Original Passport

A wide brimmed hat

Swimming costume

Sunglasses

 

Included

 

Shuttle bus Hanoi- Halong – Hanoi

Deluxe Cabins with A/C and en-suite bathrooms

All meals on board

Complimentary bottled water in the cabin

Welcome drink

Entrance and sightseeing fees

Kayaking.

Tai Chi morning & Cooking demonstration, Happy Hour

Squid Fishing & movie show

English speaking guide

 

Excluded

 

Airfare, VISA arrangements

Beauty Spa Services & Massage

Beverages

Tips & Others Personal Expenses

All other services not clearly mentioned in Inclusions

Glory Legend Cruise

DAY 1: HANOI – HALONG BAY
• 08.00: Pick up from your hotel in Hanoi. Drive to Halong City through the paddy fields in the Red River Delta.
• 10.00: Stopover on the way for refreshments
• 12.00 -12.30: Arrive at Tuan Chau Wharf – Break and photo opportunities at Glory Cruises Marina Private Lounge, enjoy Welcome Drink
• 12.30: Transfer by tender to the boat, receive cruise briefing and safety instructions.
• 13.00 -13.30: Check in and begin cruise. Enjoy deluxe Vietnamese and International Set Menu Lunch is served while the cruising through the bay.
• 15.00: Visit exciting Ba Hang fishing village, the village is free from busy roads and streets, electric lights, houses and high rise buildings. Instead, there are only herds of little boats and rafts. You will have the chance to discover the traditional culture and customs of the fishermen. Enjoy kayaking, relaxing on the cruise.
• 16.00: Return to the boat and join cooking class by Glory Cruise’s Chef. Time for relaxing on boat.
• 17.00: Enjoy swimming on Soi Sim beach, If the weather permits, you can reach on the top of Soi Sim beach to have a panorama view of Halong Bay.
• 19.00: Dinner – Deluxe Vietnamese and International Set Menu Dinner.
• 21.00: Evening activities include: Leisure time to enjoy a chat around the bar. Watching movies and many sorts of Vietnam cultural films. Relaxing and spending a romantic night on Glory Cruise’s music. Playing cards, chess are available, reading magazines in room and dining room. Passengers may also try their luck at squid fishing & fishing from the boat.
• 21.00 – 23.00: Happy Hour! Buy two drinks- get one free (wine by the bottle excluded).
• 23.00: End of Program for Day One.

DAY 2: HALONG BAY – HANOI
• 06.30: Coffee, tea and breakfast pastries served in the dining room.
• 07.00: Enjoy Tai Chi instruction on the sundeck (duration about 30 minutes).
• 08.15: Transfer by tender to the Sung Sot Cave. Walk up about 100 steps to the cave entrance and tour the cave for approximately 45 minutes. Walk down about 100 steps and return to the boat. Proper shoes are highly recommended.
• 09.00: Back to the cruise by tender, then check-out and enjoy a fantastic cruise on the bay.
• 09.45: Buffet brunch (breakfast/lunch) or A la carte Menu while cruising back through Halong Bay to the pier. We will settle bills after breakfast. Relax on the sundeck or in the dining room enjoying the bay scenery as we approach the pier.
• 11.45: Transfer by tender to the pier. Time to say goodbye to the crew.
• 12.00 -12.30: Return from Halong to Hanoi by shuttle bus.
• 14.00: Stopover in Hai Duong province to visit a ceramics workshop.
• 16.00 -17.00: Arrive in Hanoi. End of the trip.

CHILDREN’S POLICY:
• Children less than 4 years of age are FOC, sharing a room with parent/s.
• Children from 4 to 7 years of age are charged 50%, sharing a room with parent/s.
• Children from 7 to 11 years of age are charged 75%, sharing a twin room

WHAT TO BRING:
• Sun block
• Camera + Film
• Insect repellent
• Original Passport
• A wide brimmed hat
• Swimming costume
• Sun glasses