VietnamBay of the Descending Dragon
Duration: 3 days
Meeting point: hotel
Ha Long Bay is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Vietnam. It is located in the Gulf of Tonkin of the South China Sea and includes over 3,000 islands, as well as small rocks, cliffs, and caves. Ha Long translates as "Where the Dragon Descended into the Sea."
According to legend, the bay was created by a great dragon. It lived in the mountains, and when it descended, it carved valleys and ravines with its tail. After the dragon dove into the sea, the places dug by its tail filled with water. Locals still say that a mythical creature lives in the bay. Around 1,600 people live in floating houses in four fishing villages in Ha Long Bay and rarely go ashore.
The journey around the bay includes a visit to Sung Sot Cave, a cruise through Bai Tu Long Bay, a visit to Luon Cave by small boat, a sunrise viewing, and a Tai Chi lesson on the upper deck of a junk boat.
Transfer to Nha Trang airport. Flight Nha Trang – Hanoi.
Transfer from Hanoi airport to the hotel.
Accommodation and free time.
Day 2
07:00-07:45 – breakfast at the hotel.
07:45-11:30 – transfer to Ha Long Bay.
11:30-12:15 – arrival at Ha Long International Cruise Port.
12:30-13:00 – boarding the Bai Tho junk boat, welcome drink. Cruise briefing, cabin check-in, and departure through Ha Long Bay.
13:15-14:30 – lunch on the boat with scenic views of the bay and its uniquely shaped islands.
15:30-17:30 – excursion to Luon Cave by bamboo boat or kayak. Swimming at Ti Top Beach and return to the boat, cruise continues.
18:00 – pre-dinner party with complimentary cocktail and snacks.
18:15 – cooking class.
19:30-21:00 – dinner on the junk boat.
21:00-22:00 – optional night fishing or leisure time.
06:30 – sunrise and Tai Chi session on the upper deck.
07:00 – light breakfast in the restaurant.
07:30 – visit to Sung Sot Cave.
09:15 – return and luggage collection.
09:30-10:30 – lunch (buffet).
Preparation for disembarkation.
10:30-11:00 – return to port.
11:30-15:30 – transfer to Hanoi airport.
18:25-20:10 – flight to Nha Trang (subject to change – possible departure at 19:50 depending on ticket availability).
21:10-22:00 – transfer to the hotel.
Included:
- Transfer and transportation service according to the program;
- Air tickets;
- Entrance fees as per the program;
- Meals according to the program: Day 1 – lunch and dinner, Day 2 – breakfast and lunch, Day 3 – light breakfast and lunch;
- Accommodation in a 4* hotel / 4* cruise;
- Services of a Russian-speaking guide.
Additional services:
- Souvenirs.
Notes:
- We recommend bringing hats, sunglasses, towels, a camera, and money.
- The tour program may change depending on flight times, traffic conditions, weather, etc.