Halong Phoenix Cruise

HALONG PHOENIX CRUISE – 2 DAYS & 1 NIGHT

Cruising overnight on board on the traditional Junk – Halong Phoenix Cruiser, the charming replica paddle steamer, on tranquil UNESCO world heritage listed Halong Bay. Savoring the best cuisine on board, enjoy fresh fruit after going kayaking on our floating garden bar.

DAY 1: HA NOI - HALONG (L, D)

8.00 – 8.30: Halong Phoenix Cruiser’s bus and guide will pick you up at your hotel. On the way to Halong city, enjoy the journey through the rich farmlands of the Red River Delta and the scenery of rice fields, water buffalo and everyday Vietnamese village life
12.15: Embark on Halong Phoenix Cruiser for welcome drink followed by a cruise briefing and safety instructions. Enjoy a delicious seafood lunch while our cruiser heads to the bay passing the beautiful limestone seascape.
15.15: Visiting Sung Sot cave, one of the most amazing caves in Halong Bay. The two chambers that form this amazing grotto are decorated with thousands of spectacular stalactite and stalagmite forms.
16.25: Enjoy kayaking (weather permitted) with guideline around the fishing village then return to the vessel for free time at your leisure. Fresh fruit platter will be served on the sundeck.
17.45: Halong Phoenix cruises through the Bay to its overnight anchorage near Luon Cave
18.00: Cooking demonstration and discover the mystic recipes of the Vietnamese cuisine
19.00: Seafood set-dinner on board
21.00: Enjoy evening activities – Movie Night, Board Games, Fishing or karaoke program. Overnight on Halong Phoenix Cruiser

DAY 2: HALONG – HANOI  (B, L)

A new day has come with beautiful sunrise view from your cabin
7.30: Have breakfast while complimentary tea & coffee are served.
8.00: Trip by tender to Ti Top island for swimming or climb up to the top to see the outstanding scenery of the bay.
9.00: Return to Phoenix Cruiser. The vessel cruises leisurely back to harbor
9.30: Check out and settle the bill.
11.00: Set menu lunch is served on board.
12.00: Disembark and transfer back to Hanoi.
16.00: Arrive in Hanoi. End of services

RATE:  THIS RATE IS QUOTED IN AMERICAN DOLLARS PER CABIN

(Twin/ Double: 2 beds or 1 big bed for 2 adults; Single Traveler: 1 big bed for 1 adult only)

·          Prices are in American dollars; per cabin, based on twin/double or single cabin accommodation on board the Junk.

·          This is a join in coach or private car and departs daily from Hanoi.  

·          See Booking Conditions for more details.

TRANSPORTATION (Hanoi – Halong Bay – Hanoi)

 . A/C Shuttle Bus: US$ 50 (1,050,000VND) per adult and US$ 30 (630,000VND) per child between 5 – 10 years old.

·          Private Car (4seats)                      : US$ 155 (3,255,000VND) per car

·          Private Van (16seats)                    : US$ 175 (3,675,000VND) per van

CHILD POLICY

·          For child under 4 years old in parent’s room and using existing bedding (maximum 01 child per cabin and child reduction applicable only if sharing a cabin with maximum of 2 adults.)

·          For child between 4 – 9 years old: Charge 70% of adult price (sharing a cabin with maximum of 2 adults, limiting to one child per cabin only)

SURCHARGE: Addition charge of 25% on

          Christmas 24^th Dec, 2012

          New Year 31^st Dec, 2012

          Lunar New Year  2013

INCLUDES

- Breakfast and accommodation deluxe en-suite twin/double cabin.
- Pick-up and transfer by A/C vehicle.
- English speaking tour guide.
- Entrance fees.
- Kayaking, complimentary glass of wine, fresh fruit.
- Cooking demonstration and night activities
- Refresher towel.
- Complimentary a bottle of water per way
- Meals as specified in the itinerary: 1 breakfast, 2 lunches and 1 dinner

EXCLUDES

- Drinks, gratuities and personal expenses.
- Tax and insurance.

IMPORTANT

Please note your tour will not be confirmed unless you provide the following information at time of booking:

·          Full Name as on passports

·          Date of Birth

·          Passport Number

·          Nationality

·          Vietnamese Visa dates

HALONG PHOENIX CRUISE – 3 DAYS & 2 NIGHTS

Let us take you back in time on a fascinating relaxing journey along the Red River Delta to the World Heritage Site, the Halong Bay with our Phoenix Cruiser, a wooden junk based on the model of the old Vietnamese court vessels with sails, a wide transom and rectangular superstructure, luxurious, traditional styling paired with sophisticated modern facilities and comforts.

DAY 1: HA NOI – HALONG  (L, D)

8.00 – 8.30: Halong Phoenix Cruiser’s bus and guide will pick you up at your hotel. On the way to Halong city, enjoy the journey through the rich farmlands of the Red River Delta and the scenery of rice fields, water buffalo and everyday Vietnamese village life
12.15: Embark on Halong Phoenix Cruiser for welcome drink followed by a cruise briefing. Enjoy a delicious seafood lunch while our cruiser heads to the bay passing the beautiful limestone seascape.
15.15: Visiting Sung Sot cave, one of the most amazing caves in Halong Bay. The two chambers that form this amazing grotto are decorated with thousands of spectacular stalactite and stalagmite forms.
16.25 Enjoy kayaking with guideline around the fishing village then return to the vessel for free time at your leisure. Fresh fruit platter will be served on the sundeck.
17.45: Halong Phoenix cruises through the Bay to its overnight anchorage near Luon Cave
18.00: Cooking demonstration and discover the mystic recipes of the Vietnamese cuisine
19.00: Seafood set-dinner on board
21.00: Enjoy evening activities – Movie Night, Board Games, Fishing or karaoke program. Overnight on Halong Phoenix Cruiser

DAY 2: HA LONG  (B, L, D)
Option 1: Thien Long Cave – Relaxation on the beach

A new day has come with beautiful sunrise view from your cabin
7.30: Have breakfast while complimentary tea & coffee are served
8.00: Transfer to day trip boat to Gia Luan Dock – Cat Ba Island
9.00: Visit Thien Long cave. You will pass by prawn farming area owned by locals. Get on small boat on the mangrove tree canal to approach Thien Long cave with beautiful stalagmites and stalactites and listen to the legend by our guide.
12.00: Have lunch on the bamboo restaurant with delicious local food and take a rest in the absolute countryside.
13.30: Transfer to Cat Ba Island to check in hotel. In the afternoon, you can relax, swim on Cat Co beaches to dump the beauty connection between sea and mountain or just lie down on the beach looking at sunset. Dinner is for your choice, enjoy taste of Vietnamese cuisine for special or anywhere you wish for your favorite.

Option 2: Cat Ba Island - Suoi Goi Resort

A new day has come with beautiful sunrise view from your cabin
7.30: Have breakfast while complimentary tea & coffee are served
8.00: Transfer to day trip boat to Gia Luan Dock – Cat Ba Island
8.30: Picks up to the Suoi Goi Resort
9.00: Welcoming and transferring to Suoi Goi Resort. You will join the most meaningful activity as tree planting to regenerate ecology (fruit and timber trees) in Suoi Goi ecological garden. (There will be staff support and guide tourists in the process of planting trees).
10.30: Time for cooking demonstration with the authentic local dishes.
11.30: Enjoy your handmade dishes and Lunch at Suoi Goi Resort.
14.00: Visit local workshops with vegetables – wet rice cultivation – fruit trees.
15.30: Swimming at Chut Chit beach the fine combination between primitive jungle and sea.
16h30: Guests return to the Suoi Goi Resort.
18.30: BBQ Dinner. Enjoy the leisure time and overnight at Suoi Goi Resort.

DAY 3: HA LONG – HANOI  (B, L)
7.15: Have breakfast in your hotel
8.00 – 8.15: Transfer to Gia Luan Dock
9.00: Return to Phoenix Cruiser. The vessel cruises leisurely back to harbor
11.00: Set menu lunch is served on board
12.00: Disembark and transfer back to Hanoi
16.00: Arrive in Hanoi. End of services

RATE:  THIS RATE IS QUOTED IN AMERICAN DOLLARS PER CABIN

(Twin/ Double: 2 beds or 1 big bed for 2 adults; Single Traveler: 1 big bed for 1 adult only)

·          Prices are in American dollars; per cabin, based on twin/double or single cabin accommodation on board the Junk.

·          This is a join in coach or private car and departs daily from Hanoi.  

·          See Booking Conditions for more details.

TRANSPORTATION (Hanoi – Halong Bay – Hanoi)

·A/C Shuttle Bus: US$ 70 (1,470,000VND)  per adult and US$ 40 (840,000VND)  per child between 4 – 10 years old.

·          Private Car (4seats)                      : US$ 175 (3,675,000VND) per car

·          Private Van (16seats)                    : US$ 195 (4,095,000VND) per van

CHILD POLICY

·          For child under 4 years old in parent’s room and using existing bedding (maximum 01 child per cabin and child reduction applicable only if sharing a cabin with maximum of 2 adults.)

·          For child between 4 – 9 years old: Charge 70% of adult price (sharing a cabin with maximum of 2 adults, limiting to one child per cabin only)

SURCHARGE: Addition charge of 25% on

          Christmas 24^th Dec, 2012

          New Year 31^st Dec, 2012

          Lunar New Year  2013

INCLUDES

- Breakfast and accommodation 1 night deluxe en-suite twin/double cabin, 1night in the hotel.
- English speaking tour guide.
- Entrance fees.
- Kayaking, complimentary glass of wine, fresh fruit.
- Cooking demonstration and night activities
- Refresher towel.
- Complimentary a bottle of water per way
- Meals: 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 1 dinner for option 1
           2 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 2 dinners for option 2 

EXCLUDES

- Drinks, gratuities and personal expenses.
- Tax and insurance.

IMPORTANT

Please note your tour will not be confirmed unless you provide the following information at time of booking:

·          Full Name as on passports

·          Date of Birth

·          Passport Number

·          Nationality

·          Vietnamese Visa dates