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DRAGON PEARL JUNK IN HA LONG BAY

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To ensure your safety and peace of mind, the Dragon's pearl is fully equipped with all the necessary equipment to meet today's safety standards. Onboard there are 80 life vests, 40 life buoys and 4 lifeboats. In case of fire, the boat is equipped with 4 firefighter water hoses and 14 public fire extinguishers. We are also equipped with a GPS system, VHF radio, and an automated alarm system with 27 speakers throughout.

The Dragon Pearl is this 32m long, 8m wide masterpiece is constructed of the finest quality materials by the hands of skilled craftsman. Designed after the Chinese sailing Junks of old, there are three traditional sails; a 13m main sail, a 14m front sail, and a 7m cross sail. As you enter the Dragon's Pearl you come to the reception counter on the first of the two lower decks, which have a total of 18 twin/double fully equipped cabins.

Each 9m2, air-conditioned cabin boasts its own bathroom with hot water shower, a closet and night table. In each cabin you enjoy the elegant design of the fine woodwork that is evident throughout. For your convenience, there are also 3 shared bathrooms onboard including on the dining deck. On the 3rd floor you'll find the elegant dining room and bar, exquisitely designed with handcrafted Teak and Oak.

On top is the spacious, 150m2 tanning deck with 15 comfortable lounge chairs for you to laze away in. 8m above the water, you'll have a panoramic view of the limestone karsts towering from the emerald waters of Halong Bay.

Three-Day Cruise Package

Day 1: Hanoi - Halong bay - Dragon's Pearl (L, D)
Leave Hanoi for Halong Bay. The 3 hour 30 minute drive wends its way through the Red River Delta with its verdant farmland dotted with small villages.

Arrive at 12:00 noon. Transfer to the Dragon's Pearl Junk to enjoy a welcome drink and fresh seafood lunch as the vessel departs for a 4 hour cruise into the bay to see the incredible karst formations such as Lion, Tea Pot, Toad and more. Cruise further on past the Tam Cung cave's gate, Dau Nguoi (Human Head) islet and then visit the Sung Sot (Amazing) cave.
There is ample time for swimming and sunbathing. Then the vessel slips into a quiet inlet for a great sunset dinner and relaxation under starry skies.

Day 2: Explore Halong Bay (B, L, D)
There are three options to choose from today, from relaxing onboard to trekking or sea kayaking adventures:
Option 1 (Relax)
After breakfast, take a small boat to visit Luon cave, Cua Van floating village and Me Cung (Maze) cave. Take lunch on the beach or in Trong cave. Time is yours for swimming and relaxing on the beach.
Cruise back to the Dragon's Pearl for dinner and another night onboard.
Option 2 (Adventure - Trekking Cat Ba National Park)

Transfer to the National Park by small boat. Trek 3 hours through the rain forest and have lunch at a local fishing village on the way up to lookout point for a fantastic view.
Enjoy a savory sunset dinner and relax under the starlit sky before retiring to the comfort of your cabin.
Option 3 (Adventure - Sea Kayak discovery)
A trained instructor conducts a basic paddling lesson first on how to paddle safely and comfortably. Then it's off with the guide and fellow paddlers to explore the mystical bay.
There is lots of swimming, visiting beaches or lagoon caves (depending on tidal conditions).
After a days paddling, return to the Dragon's Pearl for a savory sunset dinner and relax under the starlit sky before retiring to the comfort of your cabin.

Day 3: Ha Long - Hanoi (B)
Early risers can enjoy an energizing swim in the cool, calm, quiet of the overnight anchorage. A Buffet brunch is served from 07:30 to 09:30. Cruising continues through the bay, along the way seeing more of the fascinating formations like Trong (Drum) cave, Yen Ngua (Saddle), Ham Rong (Dragon's Jaw), Am (Tea Pot), Mat Qui (Monster's face) and islets.

Check out procedures take place from 10:30 to 11:30. Arrive back in harbor by 12 noon and disembark for the private coach trip back to Hanoi.
Arrive in Hanoi around 16:00. End of the trip.

As indicated: (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
 
Cabin Grade Group Tour
Option 1
Group Tour
Option 2
Group Tour
Option 3
Private Tour (No. of person)
1 2 3 4
TWO-DAY PROGRAM PACKAGE RATES (per person)
Dragon Cabin US$ 210 US$ 235 US$ 235        
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bullet Our costs are Net including Tax and Service charge.
bullet Kayak program depends on the weather conditions and health of travelers. A lifeboat accompanies the kayaks.

 
bullet Price Include: Transport, accommodation in deluxe cabin with twin/double basic on boat, seafood lunch and dinner onboard the boat and European Breakfast buffet, entrance fees to Halong Bay and guide on board.
Price exclude:
Drinks, Barbecue, Tips, Extras and other services not mentioned in the tour above.
- Pick up and transfer: Hanoi - Halong - Hanoi: US$ 90
bullet Group tour: To join with other people on available daily tours. These tours are fixed itinerary and departure time. It is possible to join in even your group of only 1 or 2 people. Customer do not to find other people to form the group. It is our company duty to gather the tourists for each tour. For these tours, you have to share the coach, boat and tour guide with other tourists who come from different nationalities. The number of people of this group is normally less than 16 persons.
Private tour: To do the tour privately. The tour is not fixed, it is possible to be customized for your group. All service is reserved for your group only. You do not have to share the bus, boat, tour guide with other tourists. One exception, if you stay at the boat in Ha Long bay - it is like the hotel in Ha Long - you still have to share the boat with other people.
bullet All rates are subject to change without notice.
bullet These rates are available only for bookings made with hotels-in--vietnam.com and NOT available from the hotel directly.

THE DRAGON'S PEARL

Sun desk and Restaurant

8 Twin cabins w/bath, 2 Double cabins w/bath

6 Twin cabins w/bath, 2 Double cabins w/bath

    1. Twin cabins     8. Kitchen & Staff's dining room
  2. Double cabins   9. Bar
  3. Water-closet   10. Restaurant
  4. Reception room   11. Staff area
  5. Guide's bedroom   12. Cabin of junk control
  6. Staff cabin   13. Sun deck
  7. Storehouse   14. Depot of dynamo





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