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Activities

We offer a wide range of more energetic activities, from biking to kayaking, from swimming to squid fishing. Whichever you choose you will do so surrounded by some of the most dramatic and exciting scenery, heightening your sense of adventure.

Kayaking in Halong Bay

Kayaking one of the best and easiest ways to explore the magnificent caves & lagoons and World Heritage sights of Halong Bay. Famous for its thousands of islands and islets spread throughout the wide bay, our 2 people kayaks are not only easy to control and a great way to exercise while enjoying a fresh and interesting perspective on the delightful scenery surrounding you.

Biking on Cat Ba Island

Taking a leisurely bike ride through the scenic landscape of Cat Ba National Park is one of the best ways to enjoy the beauty of this wonderful island. Cat Ba is the largest island in Halong Bay. Indeed, someone once described Cat Ba as having ‘very deep hillsides that give way to lush agricultural valleys that are as green as the rolling hills of Scotland’.

Swimming and snorkelling

‘Really nice and refreshing’ is how visitors often describe wallowing in the placid waters of Halong Bay. Indeed, this is an experience not to be missed. Whether you choose to swim or snorkel, The Imperial Cruise staff are always on hand to ensure your safety and make sure you have an enjoyable time in the cool.

Squid fishing

Sleepless in Halong? We have the cure! As night falls, Halong Cristina Cruise’s staff will provide fishing rods and guide you in this interesting pastime, which could easily occupy an entire evening. Be patient, focus, and soon, with a flick of the wrist, you can celebrate your very first catch! And of course, your ‘reward’ is to see the fruits of your labour turned into one of many dishes by Halong Cristina chefs.

Halong Bay Explorer 3 days 2 nights

DAY 1: HON GAI HARBOR – BAI TU LONG BAY – VUNG VIENG – CONG DO (L, D)
07:40 – 08:20am    Pick up at your hotel (near the Old Quarter in Hanoi) by Bus.
12:00 – 12:30pm    Embark at Hon Gai International harbor.
12:30 – 13:00pm    Check – in. Cruise will begin with welcome drink and safety briefing.
13:00 – 14:30 pm    Buffer lunch will be served in dining room while cruising into magnificent Bai Tu Long Bay; admire the fascinating limestone karsts on the way.
14:30 – 17:00 pm Cruise to Vung Vieng – Ban Chan beach: Taking the Bamboo Boat to discover Vung Vieng village and Pearl farm, then transfer to Ban Chan beach for swimming and Kayaking around this area
17:30 pm     Transfer back to the Boat
Relax and enjoy the Sunset party on the sun deck while cruising to Cong Dong – Cong Do area to anchor for overnight
18:45 – 19:00 pm    Having dinner! Our chef transports our guest back to Ancient Hue Dynasty with an 8 Course Imperial feast. Guest will sample dishes that was one only a available to royalty
21:00 pm    After Dinner, Retreat to your room for some rest and relax or ascend to the sundeck which Designed both for social interaction and private reflection. Whether it’s to laze around after a wonderful and filling dinner, drink or talk with your new found friends. This will be a great area where Guest can also try their hand at Squid fishing, Board games.

DAY 2: CRISTINA DIAMOND CRUISE - CONG DO - CAP LA - MASTER CAVE - VUNG HA KAYAKING
06:30 am    Tai Chi session on the sundeck at the break of the dawn
07:00 - 08:00 am    Sunrise breakfast with tea, coffee and breakfast are served
08:30 am    Transfer by tender to the “Day Boat”. Cruising to Cap La area.
09:30 am    Visiting one of nice cave on Ha Long bay, it’s named Master Cave (Thay cave) by Local people.
10:15 am    Back to the daily boat to cruise through Other part of Bai Tu Long to Vung Ha area.
12:30 pm    Having a BBQ lunch on the Daily boat with many kind of Vietnamese food
14:00 pm    Kayaking through an incredible area and swimming around Vung Ha area.
15:00 pm    Continue to cruise back to the Mother boat for second night.
16:30 pm    Meet and Mingle with the new group of guest who arrives and share your  experiences after joined Halong activities with them
19:30 pm    Enjoy dinner on cruise
21:00 pm    Evening entertainments: play game on the cruise: cards game, chess, and squid fishing in early night.

DAY 3: CRISTINA DIAMOND CRUISE – THIEN CANH SON - HANOI (B/L)
The nicest time of the day on Halong Bay is the morning. Head to the upper deck, to participate in our daily Tai Chi sessions. Relax with an early morning cup of tea, coffee or juice anywhere you wish on the boat and watch the never ending miraculous scenery unfold before you.
07:00 am    Enjoy the Morning view of bay’s landscape over breakfast
08:00 am    After breakfast We continue our exploration of this area by visiting Thien Canh Son cave
09:30 am    Check out of the Cabins
10:00 am    Laze around the sundeck or join our Chef in a cooking class in making Traditional Vietnamese Spring roll
11:00 am    To complete your Vietnamese Culinary Experience. Guest will be presented with a traditional Vietnamese Family Meal. This Traditional Vietnamese Meal is significant to Vietnamese people which do appreciate the period of family union
12:00 am    Upon Arrival back to Hon Gai Wharf, disembark and proceed to our Viola Halong city office while waiting for transport back to Hanoi. ( Complimentary Tea is made available for our guest)
12:30 am    We continue onward by air-condition  bus through the Vietnamese countryside and into the bustling metropolis of Hanoi
16:00 – 16:30 pm Arrive in Hanoi end your trip.

Includes:
•    Transfer Services
•    All entrance Fees
•    Meals as Mention
•    Equipment for activities as mention
•    On board Insurance    

•    Bay View Cabins
•    English speaking guide
•    Complementary Water

Children Policy
The FOC rate for children under 3 years old is applicable for one child sharing a cabin with 2 adults (No Extra Mattress), limited to one child per Cabin
Children from 4-6 years old: 50% of Adult rates
Children from 7-8 years old: 75% of Adult rates
Children from above the age 9 years old will be charged adult rates.

Excludes
•    Beverage and Tips
•    Personal expenses
•    Other things are not mentioned in the Tour Program