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5 Days Exploring Gulf of Tonkin
5 Days Exploring Gulf of Tonkin
5 Days Exploring Gulf of Tonkin
5 Days Exploring Gulf of Tonkin
5 Days Exploring Gulf of Tonkin

5 Days Exploring Gulf of Tonkin

By Tiger Tourist
Price is AU$9,297 per traveller* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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  • Selective hotel pickup
Overview

The itinerary is carefully curated to include visits to some of Halong Bay's most popular sites. Activities include kayaking, swimming, cooking, and exploring these natural wonders.
With its blend of adventure, relaxation, and top-tier hospitality, the “5 Days 4 Nights In-depth Discovery of the Gulf of Tonkin” promises a memorable and enchanting exploration of one of Vietnam's most stunning destinations.

Activity location

  • Old Quarter
    • 100000, Hanoi, Vietnam

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Old Quarter
    • 100000, Hanoi, Vietnam

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10 guests max
  • Activity duration is 5 days5d
    5d
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:00 am
Price details
AU$20,179.38 x 1 TravellerAU$20,179.38

Total
Price is AU$20,179.38
6 guests max
  • Activity duration is 5 days5d
    5d
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:00 am
Price details
AU$15,804.90 x 1 TravellerAU$15,804.90

Total
Price is AU$15,804.90
2 guests max
  • Activity duration is 5 days5d
    5d
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:00 am
Price details
AU$9,297.37 x 1 TravellerAU$9,297.37

Total
Price is AU$9,297.37

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedEntrance and sightseeing fees
  • What's includedWhat's includedKayak
  • What's includedWhat's includedExcursions & cave visit* as indicated in the programme
  • What's includedWhat's includedPrivate boat with air-conditioned en-suite cabin(s) for your group
  • What's includedWhat's includedGuide
  • What's includedWhat's includedTransport
  • What's includedWhat's includedTwo bottles of water in cabin daily
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedMassage, spa treatments, personal service
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedTips and other expenses not mentioned in inclusions

Know before you book

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Hanoi - Bai Tu Long Bay
  • 4 stops
  • Meals: lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight on board
Old Quarter
08:00 – 08:30 Our driver will pick you up from your hotel in the Old Quarter (A short break on route for refreshments, about 20 minutes)
Halong Bay
  • 1h
11:30 Arrive at Bhaya Cruise Centre, located within the Tuan Chau International Marina. 12:00 Board Bhaya Legend and check out your cabin before heading to the restaurant for a safety briefing. Enjoy the welcome drink while meeting the cruise manager and the crew. 12:30 Enjoy a fusion lunch as the boat cruises towards the southeast of Halong Bay, towards the Cua Van area.
Halong Bay
  • 3h
15:00-17:30 Enjoy sightseeing around the Cong Do Area. With an area of 23,363 km2 and a 172m high mountain, the Cong Do area is famous for its natural and pristine beauty. Learn how to make fresh spring rolls with a cooking demonstration in the restaurant. Enjoy a drink during the Happy Hour offer and take in the beautiful sunset.
Halong Bay
  • 7h
19:00 Savour the delicious dinner in the restaurant. 21:00 Free time to enjoy a drink at the bar or stargaze on the sundeck. Retire to your cabin for a good night's sleep.
Day 2: Halong Bay
  • 4 stops
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight on board
Halong Bay
  • 2h
06:15 Rise with the sun and welcome the new day with a Tai Chi lesson. Enjoy a hearty breakfast while the boat starts cruising to the next attraction.
Cat Ba Town
  • 3h
08:30 Choose to explore the charming Vung Vieng Fishing Village by either kayak or rowing boat. You will not only be immersed in the quiet and peaceful location, viewing the charming landscape and discovering the fishermen's cultural life, but also instructed in the fine arts of sailing and casting fishnets. Return to Bhaya Legend for some time at leisure to relax. Return to Bhaya Legend. 12:15 Enjoy lunch as the Bhaya Legend cruises slowly past beautiful karst towers.
Thien Canh Son Cave
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
14:30 Visit Thien Canh Son Cave, the theatre in the centre of the sea. Visitors have the opportunity to enjoy the mysterious beauty of gorgeous rosin’s system hanging inside the cave. The entire ceiling shines because, being covered with thousands of glittering stalactites, dome wavy creates unique images: the stone statues, stone dragons, and flowers are likely to make an ideal world.
Lan Ha Bay
  • 4h
  • Admission ticket included
17:00 - 21:00 Return to the boat just in time to catch the magical sunset. The boat is anchored for the night in Bai Tu Long Bay. Enjoy a sumptuous set dinner in the cosy dining area. Nightfall over the bay. Free time to enjoy a drink at the bar or stargaze on the sundeck or try squid fishing with the crew team.
Day 3: Bai Tu Long - Halong Bay
  • 4 stops
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight on board
Halong Bay
  • 3h
06:15 For early risers, this is the perfect time to commute with nature by trying a Tai Chi lesson on the deck. Start the day with a hearty breakfast in the restaurant.
Trinh Nu Beach
  • 4h
  • Admission ticket included
08:00 Explore Trinh Nu Area where you could visit the cave and kayak in the emerald water. Trinh Nu Cave is one of the finest sunlight-filled caves in Halong Bay covering an area of 2,000m2 with stunning stalactites and stalagmites. You can also sunbathe on Trinh Nu Beach. Back to the boat as the boat leisurely cruises towards the Titov area. 10:00 Enjoy an excursion to Titov Island - where you could leisurely swim/sunbathe on the pristine beach. If you're into trekking, take a hike to the top of the mountain where you could get a panorama view of Halong Bay - we promise it's going to be breathtaking.
Hang Luon Cave
  • 5h
  • Admission ticket included
12:30 Back to the boat for some refreshment then enjoy lunch in the restaurant. Take some rest as the boat leisurely cruise towards the next attraction. Visit Luon Cave by the traditional rowing boat and enjoy the scenery as you pass through the iconic karst towers of Halong Bay. Alternatively, passengers will enjoy an excursion at Me Cung cave area (depending on the weather & operating condition). 17:00 Return to the boat.
Halong Bay
  • 4h
17:30 - 21:00 Try your hand at a fruit carving demonstration with our Chef while the boat cruises to the overnight anchor place. Enjoy the sunset and drink promotion during Happy Hour. Dinner is served in the restaurant. Leisure time to enjoy a drink or squid fishing with our crew.
Day 4: Halong Bay- Lan Ha Bay
  • 4 stops
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight on board
Halong Bay
  • 2h
06:15 Rise with the sun and welcome the new day with a Tai Chi lesson. Enjoy a hearty breakfast while the boat starts cruising to the next attraction.
Cat Ba
  • 6h
08:30 Disembark from Bhaya Legend to explore Cat Ba Island, the largest island in the Gulf of Tonkin. Cycle through the jungle to the traditional Viet Hai Village, a small town only connected to the outside world by its connection to the sea. Return to Bhaya Legend. 12:15 Enjoy lunch as the Bhaya Legend cruises slowly past beautiful karst towers.
Halong Bay
  • 2h
Content 14:30 Experience an exciting adventure kayaking through the tranquil waters of the private Tung Sau area, is an isolated region in Ha Long Bay used for pearl farming. Return to Bhaya Legend. Relax and admire the sunset while sipping a drink.
Lan Ha Bay
  • 4h
  • Admission ticket included
17:00 - 21:00 It’s time to fully relax with Bhaya’s complimentary herbal foot bath. This traditional remedy is made from medicinal plants grown in the Northwest region of Vietnam and infused with mineral salts, activated carbon and natural herbs such as ginger, mint, cinnamon, ... helping to relieve muscle fatigue and promote restful sleep for all passengers. Candlelit dinner is served on the sun deck (if weather permits). Take some time to star-gaze before retiring to your cabin for a restful night’s sleep.
Day 5: Halong Bay - Hanoi
  • 3 stops
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch
  • Accommodation: Not included
Halong Bay
  • 15m
06:15 Rejuvenate the body and mind with a refreshing Tai Chi lesson during sunrise on the sundeck as complimentary tea and coffee are served. 06:30 Don’t forget to have a light breakfast amidst the stunning views of the World Heritage Site.
Sung Sot Cave
  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included
07:00 Explore Sung Sot Cave, the largest cave inside Halong Bay with 10,000 square metres of space, which holds thousands of stalactites and stalagmites and is threaded by a 500-meter paved passageway. 08:00 Return to the boat and prepare to check out. Brunch is served onboard as Bhaya Legend leisurely cruises back to the harbour. 10:00 Say goodbye to your crew and disembark at Bhaya Cruises Centre with memories fit to last a lifetime of your Gulf of Tonkin journey!
Hanoi
Arrive at approximately 14:30-14:45

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESOld Quarter
    • 100000, Hanoi, Vietnam

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEOld Quarter
    • 100000, Hanoi, Vietnam

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