Apricot Cruise,Halong Cruise

Ha Long Bay, in northeast Vietnam, is known for its emerald waters and thousands of towering limestone islands topped by rainforests. Junk boat tours and sea kayak expeditions take visitors past islands named for their shapes, including Stone Dog and Teapot islands…. The region draws scuba divers, rock climbers and hikers, the latter favoring mountainous Cát Bà National Park.

Experience Halong Bay, on a APRICOT Cruise, one of the best mid-range cruises available. You will not only see many fantastically shaped islands, beautiful beaches, and great natural caves, but you will also learn more about Halong Bay’s history and local people.

Day 1: Hanoi - Halong Bay (L/D)

7:45 - 8:30 Our guide will meet you at your hotel. The shuttle bus or private car pick up. Enjoy the peaceful scenery as we travel through the countryside, farmlands and Red River delta.

12:00 - 12:30 Arriving Tuan Chau Marina .Welcome aboard the cruise . Meet the captain , crew and join us for welcome drink as we tell you about life onboard.

Check into your cabin . Time to refresh and unwind.

Served a delectable lunch while cruising ahead to Ha Long Bay

Afternoon Activities:

Explore the Surprising Cave - the most beautiful cave in Ha long Bay. It is one of the widest grottoes in Ha Long Bay with thousands of stalactites and stalagmites.

Back to the APRICOT Cruise, We will take you to visit the Titop Island - swimming Climbing up to the Top of the Island – take the best view of Halong Bay in the Summer time or visit a floating Pearl Farm Village and learn the technique for making high quality pearls in the Winter time .

Continue cruising to the quiet area while enjoy beautiful seascape on the way.

After that, come back to the boat, enjoy the Sunset Party on sundeck (free wine & fresh fruits).

Evening Relaxing:

Dinner is served. Socialize with other guests, take part in board games, fish for squid, or just laze around.

Overnight on board: Clean air - conditioned rooms with private washroom

Day 2: Halong - Hanoi (B/L)

Morning in the bay:

6:30 - 6:45 Start your day with Tai Chi exercises or a photo hunt

Have breakfast on board while the boat starts cruising to the Natural Preservation Zone.

DO KAYAKING in Hang Luon and and around the bay.

We board the cruise again .Take time to refresh and relax before checking out. Bags can be left in luggage store .

Continue your cruise pass through the Bay, passing Ba Hang fishing village, Dog Islet, and more…

Join in the Cooking Class , teaching you how to make our specifically (Spring rolls) before an early lunch is served .

11: 30 - 12:00 Disembark at the harbor, Tuan Chau Marina.

Transfer to minibus or private and return to Hanoi

16:30 Arrival back at your hotel and tour finish!

Children's Policy:

Free for under 4 year-old children sharing with their parent
Charge 50% for the child from 4 to 8 year-old sharing with their parent
Charge 75% for the child from 8 to 11 year-old sharing with their parent
Full charge for the child over 12 year-old
NOTE: 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.

Tour Inclusion.

English speaking guide
Shuttle bus (round trip)
Mineral water on bus
Entrance fee & sightseeing fees
Welcome drink
Kayaking
Full furnished cabin with A/C & hot shower
All meals on boat
Exciting games & fishing equipment
Cooking class & Tai Chi demonstration

Tour Exclusion.

Beverages
Personal expenses
All services & items are not mentioned specifically in the above list
VAT

Day 1: Hanoi - Halong Bay (L/D)

08:00 Our guide and bus will be pick you up at your hotel. Enjoy the peaceful scenery as we travel through the countryside, farmlands and Red River delta.

12:00 - 12:30 Arriving Tuan Chau Marina .Welcome aboard the cruise. Meet the captain, crew and join us for welcome drink as we tell you about life onboard.

Check into your cabin. Time to refresh and unwind.

Served a delectable lunch while cruising ahead to Ha Long Bay

Afternoon Activities:

Explore the Surprising Cave - the most beautiful cave in Ha long Bay. It is one of the widest grottoes in Ha Long Bay with thousands of stalactites and stalagmites.

Continue cruising to the quiet area while enjoy beautiful seascape on the way.

After that, come back to the boat, enjoy the Sunset Party on sundeck (free wine & fresh fruits).

Evening Relaxing:

Dinner is served. Socialize with other guests, take part in board games, fish for squid, or just laze around.

Overnight on board: Clean air - conditioned rooms with private washroom.

Day 2: Halong Bay - Dong Tien Cave - Floating Village (B/L/D)

Morning in the bay:

Start your day with Tai chi exercises or a photo hunt.

07:00 Breakfast, coffee and tea and served while cruising ahead to Lan Ha Bay.

8: 30 Transfer to smaller boat to explore Halong Bay.

9:30 Do kayaking from Dong Tien lake - Trong Cave

10:30: back to the Boat Passing many beautiful islets on the bay: Head man's face islet, Saddle horse islet, Fairy lake, drum cave, Virgin cave, Dong Tien Lake…

Take part in the activity with the fisher man and stay with them to explore the life style of local people.

12:00: You can swimming on the beach as well. And Lunch is served on boat.

Afternoon Activities:

Visit a floating Pearl Farm Village and learn the technique for making high quality pearls.

If the weather permits, we continue cruising to a remote beach for swimming.

Return to your cruise, take time to refresh and relax, joining in our Sunset Party (free wine & fresh fruits)

Evening Relaxing:

Take an opportunity to refresh and then join friends for pre-dinner drink in the bar

Dinner is served. Socialize with other guests, sing karaoke together, fish for squid, or just laze around.

Overnight on board: clean air - conditioned rooms with private washroom

Day 3: Halong - Hanoi (B/L)

6:30 - 6:45 Start your day with Tai Chi exercises or a photo hunt

Have breakfast on board while the boat starts cruising to the Natural Preservation Zone.

Do kayaking in the bay

Bags can be left in luggage store .

Join in the Cooking Class, teaching you how to make our specifically (Spring rolls) before an early lunch is served.

11:30 - 12:00 Disembark at the harbor, Tuan Chau Marina.

Transfer to minibus or private and return to Hanoi

16:30 - 17:00 Arrival back at your hotel. Tour finish

Children’s Policy:

Free for under 4 year-old children sharing with their parent
Charge 50% for the child from 4 to 8 year-old sharing with their parent
Charge 75% for the child from 8 to 11 year-old sharing with their parent
Full charge for the child over 12 year-old
NOTE: 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.

Tour Inclusion.