Thursday, November 10, 2011

Halong Bay: Halong Bay Virtual Tour

The world famous Halong Bay is a must see in any travel to Vietnam. The bay and its 3,000 islands will surprise you no matter how many pictures you have seen before.

The area was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994. Many travel agencies in Hanoi offer excursions to Halong Bay. Allow, at least, two days to visit the bay. The islands vary in size, some are small -- as the one in the picture --, others are quite big. Some of the islands have grottoes that can be visited.

Wednesday, November 9, 2011

Halong Bay: Phoenix Cruiser 3 days / 2 nights

Day 1: Hanoi-Halong
7h30 to 8.15AM : The bus and guide pick you up at your 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.

Halong Bay: Phoenix Cruiser 2 days / 1 night

Day 1: Hanoi-Halong
7 h30 to 8h30 AM: The bus and guide will pick you up at your hotel, for the 3.5 hr (165km) drive to Halong City.
12:00 PM: Board Halong Phoenix Cruiser. Lunch is served with a welcome drink while the boat cruises the bay to enjoy the beautiful limestone seascape.
You will see Dog Rock, Incense Burner Rock, 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.

Halong Bay: Phoenix Cruiser

Halong Phoenix Cruiser
Built in 2007, but based on an exotic oriental junk, the Halong Phoenix Cruiser offers the best of both worlds: luxurious, traditional styling paired with sophisticated modern facilities and comforts! The boat boasts romantic wooden fixtures, a multitude of windows to make the most of the amazing views, and a spectacular upper deck for your total relaxation.
From the moment you step onboard the Halong Phoenix Cruiser you will feel pampered.

Ha Long Bay: Victory Cruise 2 Days / 1 Night

Day 1: Hanoi - Ha Long Bay
8.30: Pick up by private car at your hotel about 8.30. Spend 3 hours sight seeing country Vietnam on the way to Halong city. Arrive at Orchid Pier just before 12.00 noon.
12.30: Welcome aboard the Victory, fruit cocktail is served.
13.00: Lunch is served while cruising through Bai Tu Long Bay.
15.30: After Lunch Cruise to visit to Cua Van floating village.
17.00: Trekking or swimming at Soi Sim island.
18.30: Anchor in secluded lagoon for overnight.
19.30: Diner is served in the dining room.
21.00: After diner relax on deck, drink service available or night time fishing.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Halong Bay: Victory Cruise 3 Days / 2 Nights

Victory Cruise - Halong Bay
Our 42 meter junk boast 21 luxurious cabins with private bath, air conditioning, linen sheets with all the amenities and services you would expect from a four-star hotel.
On board is our full service restaurant for 42 guests, sun deck with comfortable lounge chairs, massage service and an attentive staff to cater to your every need.
Along with the great facilities we have special activities: small boats to explore the caves, sea kayaking, cooking classes, international wine tasting, and we can arrange special events from 2 to 42 people.
Day 1: Hanoi - Ha Long Bay

Halong Bay: Victory Cruise

Victory Cruise - Halong Bay
Our 42 meter junk boast 21 luxurious cabins with private bath, air conditioning, linen sheets with all the amenities and services you would expect from a four-star hotel.
On board is our full service restaurant for 42 guests, sun deck with comfortable lounge chairs, massage service and an attentive staff to cater to your every need.
Along with the great facilities we have special activities: small boats to explore the caves, sea kayaking, cooking classes, international wine tasting, and we can arrange special events from 2 to 42 people.