Thursday, 30 August 2007

3 Day Halong Phoenix Cruiser - Kayaking & Trekking

The "Halong Phoenix Cruiser" boasts a total of 16 deluxe cabins; each air-conditioned with private ensuite, bar fridge, and rustic rattan furnishings. What sets our rooms apart though is our attention to detail: wooden panelling, crisp white linen, and colourful 'Dong Ho' folk prints adorning the wall

Day 1: Hanoi - Halong ( L, D )
8.00 AM: HALONG VOYAGE 's bus and guide pick you up at the hotel for the 3.5 hr drive (165km) to Halong City.
12:00 PM: Board Halong Phoenix Cruiser. Lunch and a welcome drink are served while the boat cruises the bay to enjoy the beautiful limestone seascape. You will see Dog Rock and Incense Burner Rocks, as well as Fighting Cock Rock before heading to Sung Sot Cave (Cave of Surprises).
Later, we stop at a floating house owned by fishermen before kayaking to Luon Cave to enjoy the quiet atmosphere of the bay. After returning to the boat, we will anchor in a safe and scenic location for swimming and seasonal fruit in the Floating Garden. Dinner is served onboard and then you will have free time to listen to music, relax under the stars or join in Karaoke singing.

Day 2: Halong - Cat Ba Island ( B, L , )
Option1 : Full day sea kayaking to discover the hidden beauty of Halong Bay. After breakfast, served at around 7:30AM, kayaking begins.
Then Deluxe Junk starts cruising on Halong bay, passing by some beauty spots like: Drum Cave, Man's Head Islet, Turtle Islet and Fairman Cave before heading to Van Gia fishing village for BBQ lunch and relaxation.
You will have an opportunity to understand more about fishermen's daily life in the bay. Afterwards we continue kayaking to the other side of the bay to visit a pearl farming area. We return to Deluxe Junk at around 4:00PM for the second night.

Option 2 : Cat Ba discovery : ( B, L , )
7.30 AM: Breakfast is served onboard. Afterwards, as the boat heads for the other side of the bay, you will have the opportunity of passing by Van Gia floating village and fish farming area
We will also visit Monkey Island before arriving at Cat Ba Island for lunch. In the afternoon, you may spend your time relaxing, swimming at the Resort or sightseeing in Catba town and bustling Fish port area

Day 3: Cat Ba - Ha Long - Hanoi ( B, L )
After breakfast, we take a local wooden boat back to the Junk for our return to Halong City. Enroute there will be time for swimming and arm-chair exploration of more beautiful limestone islands- have your camera ready for some beautiful shots !
11.30 AM: Halong Phoenix Cruiser arrives at the dock for lunch in an A/C restaurant before returning to Hanoi.Trip ends at 4:00PM.

>>>Halong Phoenix Junk Video Clip / >>>Sample menu on board


DELUXE OPTION 1: 179$/person (2 nights on Boat)>>>>
PHOENIX Junk Photos
Family connecting room for 3 persons available: 696$/nite
DELUXE OPT 2: 215$/person (1 night on Boat & 1 night at SunRise Resort)
DELUXE OPT: 139$/person (1 night on Boat & 1 night at HolidayView Hotel)
Family connecting room for 3 persons available: 462$/nite
SUPERIOR OPTION: 109$/person (1 night on Boat & 1 nite at Prince Hotel 3***)
SUPERIOR OPT: 145$/person (2 nights on Boat)

Includes: Fresh seafood meals, Kayaking, Transportation, English speaking guide, Entrance fee,
Excludes: Drinks, Personal expenses, tips for good services-
Needed things: Sun cream, Insect repellent, widebrim hat, Sun glasses, Swim suit

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