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Video shows top 17 cruises in Halong Bay

Cruising in Halong Bay is a popular and breathtaking experience in Vietnam. Halong Bay, located in the northeastern part of the country, is known for its stunning limestone karsts, emerald waters, and picturesque landscapes. Here's some information about cruising in Halong Bay:

  1. Types of Cruises: There are various types of cruises available in Halong Bay, ranging from budget-friendly options to luxurious experiences. You can choose from day trips, overnight cruises, or multi-day excursions depending on your preferences and time constraints.

  2. Itinerary: Most cruises in Halong Bay offer itineraries that include visits to popular attractions such as Sung Sot Cave (Surprise Cave), Ti Top Island, Luon Cave, and floating fishing villages. You'll have the opportunity to explore these natural wonders, go kayaking or swimming, and immerse yourself in the stunning surroundings.

  3. Accommodation: Overnight cruises typically provide onboard accommodation in comfortable cabins or suites. The facilities and level of luxury can vary depending on the cruise operator and the type of cruise you choose. Make sure to check the amenities and choose a cruise that suits your preferences and budget.

  4. Food: Halong Bay cruises often include meals as part of their package. You can expect to enjoy a variety of Vietnamese and international cuisines, with seafood being a highlight due to the region's abundance of fresh seafood. Many cruises also offer cooking classes, where you can learn to prepare traditional Vietnamese dishes.

  5. Activities: In addition to exploring the natural wonders, Halong Bay cruises offer various activities to enhance your experience. These can include tai chi sessions on the deck during sunrise, squid fishing at night, visiting pearl farms, and enjoying onboard entertainment such as traditional music performances.

  6. Safety and Sustainability: It's important to choose a reputable cruise operator that prioritizes safety and sustainability. Ensure that the company has proper licenses, adheres to safety regulations, and follows responsible tourism practices to minimize the impact on the environment.

  7. Best Time to Visit: Halong Bay can be visited year-round, but the best time to visit is generally from October to April when the weather is cooler and drier. The summer months from May to September can be hot and humid, and there's a higher chance of rain and occasional typhoons.

Remember to check the current travel regulations and guidelines before planning your trip to Halong Bay, as conditions and requirements may change. Enjoy your cruise and the stunning beauty of Halong Bay!

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Tours Itinerary

Create special memories on Scarlet Pearl with various activities in Lan Ha Bay that offer unforgettable experiences
with the locals and immerse yourself in its beautiful nature.

Kayak:

For guests who enjoy being active and adventurous, Scarlet Pearl has the perfect choice for you: spend a lively time kayaking in the gorgeous area of Lan Ha Bay. Unlike the touristy Halong Bay, the waters of Lan Ha Bay are more pristine and peaceful. Its expansive area means you are allowed to explore by yourself some of the hundreds of secluded islands and beaches, or follow our experienced local guide in exciting activities.

Boat Sail:

(only for 3-day 2-night itinerary)
Welcome aboard a top-quality, real catamaran-style boat and explore the bay's best spots for a great catch. Feel free to relax and savor the gorgeous, calm waters of Lan Ha Bay which has incredible biodiversity. You can sit back on the sun-drenched catamaran and sail in luxurious tranquility to the unspiled spot of the bay.

Sunbathe:

How often can you enjoy a gorgeous beach away from the crowds? You can now with Scarlet Pearl. Halong Bay is home to a huge range of uninhabited islands that can be explored. For this activity, you will be taken to one of these deserted islands to appreciate peace and quiet on your very own private beach. Take a dip in the emerald waters, stroll along the soft sand, or just lie back and take in the sunshine whilst admiring the stunning beauty of the bay.

Dawn View:

Sailing in the beautiful Lan Ha Bay, guests can reap the benefits of some of the most incredible views on offer in all of Halong Bay from the luxury of the Scarlet Pearl. Choose to enjoy each stunning sunrise and sunset from the convenience of the restaurant and bar decks, or take in the scenery from your own private sundeck or spacious balcony. Prepare your cameras to capture the stunning beauty as the sun rises and falls, its reflection rippling and sparkling on the water. Sip on a cocktail or fresh juice, taking in the majestic views that cannot be experienced anywhere else in the world.

Village Explore:

Jump at this chance to witness and be a part of Halong Bay’s local culture with Scarlet Pearl. Viet Hai is a charming small village set off the beaten track amongst the mountains of Cat Ba National Park. Beautifully preserved and offering a lovely place for exploration, meet the locals, see their homes, and observe aspects of their daily lives, such as farming in the fields. Take a bicycle trip or hike to a cave or mountaintop. A visit to Viet Hai Village is a wonderful way to get active, be with the local people in beautiful surroundings.

Yoga Practice:

What better way to start a day than a blissfully relaxing morning yoga session on-board a luxurious Lan Ha Bay cruise ship? The class are complimentary and accompanied by a fresh sea breeze and spectacular views over the wonderful seascape. Our dear dedicated yogis, don't give up your healthy dose of Om while on holiday. Indeed, a refreshing yoga session on-board will be such a pleasure that you don't want miss out!

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Day 01

Welcome to Hanoi & 1/2 city tour

  • Overview about: Apricot Hotel,
  • At Apricot Hotel, we are passionate about Vietnamese art, culture and heritage, and we are proud to share local favourites with you. As the first hotel in Vietnam to strike a delicate blend between locally renowned art and hospitality, Apricot Hotel is Hanoi’s new small luxury hotel. Located merely steps away from the city’s iconic Hoan Kiem lake, the hotel pays homage to Vietnam’s finest artists by showcasing original artwork.
  • After a pleasant stay in Apricot Hotel, get ready for the Halong tour on Orchid Cruises.

Day 02

HANOI – HA LONG BAY – LAN HA BAY (LUNCH & DINNER)

  • Around 08:30 : Limousine will pick up guests from hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter or Hanoi Opera House (applicable for guests who booked transportation service). Our driver will take a 10-15 minute break by a station for guests to rest on the way.
    11:30 : Arrive at Scarlet Pearl Cruise's Lounge in Halong International Cruise Port to check-in. Guests will be offered “welcome drink” and listen to instructions before boarding.
  • 12:00 Guests will start boarding.
    13:00 A splendid lunch is served at Tahiti Restaurant while the cruise travelling across primitive Lan Ha Bay. The bay has hundreds of islands and islets, making it a wonderful background for guests to look at while dining.
  • 15:00 : Arrive at Sang Cave by kayaking or rowing boat as the path towards the cave is 70m long of water. On the way, guests will be amazed by sparkling karst arcs through sunlight. Afterwards, guests are invited to enter Ech Lagoon, an extremely serene and emerald spot to kayak and swim. It’ll be a wonderful chance to immerse in one of the most remote parts of Lan Ha Bay. The shape of this lagoon looks like a giant frog resting, hence it explains the name “Ao Ếch” in Vietnamese.
    17:00 : Return to the cruise to relax and admire the sunset on the sundeck.
    17:30 : Watching sunset over Lan Hạy Bay is one of the moments that shouldn’t be missed out. During this time, there will be either a Sunset Party in Sky Bar or a cooking class hosted by our Chef (depending on the season).
    From 17:30-18:30 : it is Happy Hour meaning Buy One Get One Free – this promotion is applied on our limited drinks menu. Guests can also choose to watch the sunset by catamaran while sipping fresh cocktails (this is surcharged).
    19:00 : Fine-dining dinner will be started along with fun and interactive cultural exchange between all the guests and our Vietnamese host.

Day 03

LAN HA BAY - HANOI(BREAKFAST-LUNCH)

  • 06:30 : Begin a new day with a Tai Chi session while welcoming magnificent sunrise. (Guests can also choose to take photos and enjoy the scene if they prefer so.) A light breakfast is served from.
    06:45-07:30 : in the refreshing and peaceful beauty of the Bay.
    07:30 Explore Lan Ha Bay by catamaran to more remote destinations that larger cruises cannot reach.
    09:00 Get ready to check out.
  • 09:30 Guests will be served with succulent buffet brunch in Tahiti Restaurant before disembarking. 11:00 – 11:30 The cruise is now back at the Port.

What's included in this trip :

  • Luxury room and facilities as ordered.
  • All onboard meals as mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Kayaking, cooking demonstration, Tai chi session, swiming in the sea (if the weather permits), squid fishing.
  • English-speaking tour guide and onboard service fee.
  • Welcoming drink, two bottles of water in the cabin.
  • Onboard insurance, sightseeing fees, and value added tax.
  • Apricot hotel in Hanoi & 1/2 day city tour.
  • Pick up & drop off Noi Bai Airport
What's excluded in this trip:
  • All international and domestic flights
  • Specified as Chinese/ Malaysian/ Indonesian/Thai speaking guide can be available on request to pay for extra-fee.
  • Travel Insurance
  • Airport taxes
  • All meals not mentioned
  • Tips for tour guides, drivers, crew members in Ha Long Bay, other attendants if may have (3 USD/pax/day)
  • Other personal expenses not mentioned.

Lan ha Bay

Ranana

You feel like organized tour, but you are in a privet tour. Impress Travel make the different.

We went on a private trip to Vietnam and Cambodia, the whole trip plan was organized for us by the Impress Travel Company from Vietnam, the company did an amazing job, the whole trip was organized in a wonderful way with an amazing match between the various parties, their choices were correct and the quality of the hotels chosen were very high quality and it is important to note that the price was low in comparison To other agencies, thanks to Impress Travel and especially to Daniel who was tolerant and open to changes and organized the route for us.

Ebrahim

Tour of Vietnam

Impress travel were amazing. Did my bookings with Daniel for our tour of Vietnam and I must say Daniel was very professional and prompt with his services. All the arrangement, plans, pick-up & drop-off services, hotels, vehicles, sightseeing tours and guides were spot on and excellent. Did 4 nights Hanoi, 1 night Hà Long Bay cruise, 3 nights Hoian, 4 nights Saigon and 1 night in Can Tho. It was totally awesome. Every part of the journey was superbly arranged and planned. I will highly recommend Impress Travel for anyone interested in visiting Vietnam. Very organized and reliable!

Solly Pochee

The tour was fantastic

I booked with Impress Travel in July. My contact person was Tommy Thang. He is an amazing person. He was very helpful. He changed my program twice for me. Very accommodating!
We started our holiday in the north (Sapa)of Vietnam and travelled down to HCMC.
The tour was fantastic, Tommy's arrangements were to the"T".
I will always use them if I have to visit the area again and recommend them to one and all.
Thank you once again Mr.Tommy and the Impress Team.
Sulaiman Pochee

Bernard Lim

Great value for money with 4 stars hotel

Great value for money with 4 stars hotel accommodation for 4 couples. The tour guide has been very helpful and brought us to amazing places in Sapa. We want to thanks Thuy the tour guide and especially Mark from Impress Travel for his great service and assurance throughout our trip. We’ll definitely use his service for other tour packages in other parts of Vietnam.

Derek.Schooling

We enjoyed our holiday with Impress travel

This is the second time we travel to Vietnam with IMPRESS Travel. First time, we booked our holiday to Hanoi, Halong Bay & Sapa during Dec 2018 with Impress.
Second time, we travel to Hoi An, Hue & Danang (Central Vietnam) during Jan 2019.

My friends & I are very glad & happy with all the hotels stay in Central Vietnam, the meals provided are delicious. We are greatly appreciated with all the tour arrangement by Tommy & his team (tour guide).
Especially, Mr. NHAT C.V. He is helpful, cheerful, knowledgeable and very professional. He always volunteer to take a nice pictures for six of us (group) .

We enjoyed our holiday with Impress travel. We will definitely come back to Vietnam again with Impress

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