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LAGOON EXPLORER CRUISE IN HA LONG BAY

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Scenic Halong Bay, with its emerald seas, rests beautifully over the Red River Delta. This region, "the Bay of the Descending Dragon", is dotted with more than 3,000 mountainous islands, each with its own unique landscape. The islands are famous for their dolomite and limestone rock formations, many of which have been given names. Natural grottos, fjords, land tunnels and inlets are also common. During the Vietnam War, numerous large ships sailed through the open waters of the bay and now an excursion by junk, cruises or fishing boat gives you the memorable experience of sailing past silent, sea-girt caves and around the spectacular formations, tasting fresh and authentic Vietnamese cuisines, breathing cool breezing from the Gulf of Tonkin and enjoying a romantic night with your sweet hearts under the starry sky. That's all we can say how fantastic Halong is and how amazing our junk cruise you will feel because it's simply the best that we can offer you.

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The Lagoon Explorer is designed sophistication and the utmost attention to the detail of a traditional sailing boat. The junk is the first and only tourist junk on the bay which can really sail! Built for real expeditions, you can truly go to and remote.

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You will be surrounded by the handcrafted woodwork of teak and oak which make the lagoon explorer junk a true masterpiece. The Junk has one deluxe cabin and three smaller cabins, a fine dinning restaurant and bar, an out door lounge, swim platform, a well–train crew,24hours electricity supply and a host of activities to make your.














Option 1: Two-Day Cruise Package

Day 1: Hanoi - Halong bay - Lagoon Explorer (L, D)
08.00 – 08.30: Pick up at your hotel hotel in Hanoi, drive to Halong City by Car or Mini Van, arriving at the jetty around 12:00 noon. Our crew welcomes you on board the Lagoon Explorer Junk, enjoy welcome drink, check-into your cabin and start cruise out to Halong Bay. Lunch with fresh seafood is served at the Lagoon Explorer open air restaurant.

We cruise into ruggest kast foemation of Halong Bay, we pass Mat Qui islet (Monster's face), But Moc islet, Cap De island. Stop anchor to visit Trong cave (Drum) and Trinh Nu cave (virgin), we continue passing floating fishing village with its unique way of life. Then head for Luon cave, enjoy swimming, sun bathing at Ti Top beach or climb the peak for a breath-taking panorama view of Halong Bay. Late afternoon enjoy sunset, dinner and overnight stay on board.

Day 2: Halong bay - Hanoi  (B)
Rising to the lapping waters of the bay we have time for an early morning dip followed by breakfast. Sitting on the upper deck, you can relax while taking in the breath-taking beauty of the rocky islands rising from the emeraude water of the bay. After breakfast explore Sung Sot cave (8:00 to 9:00), swim and relax at Soi Sim beach. At 9:30 am, our boat starts cruising back to the jetty while brunch is served from 10:30 to 11:30. We continue cruising through the bay, along the way seeing more of the fascinating formations. Checkout is at 11:45 am. Boat arrive at harbor by noon for the drive back to Hanoi. Drop you at your hotel.
Then disembark at Halong Tourist Wharf for the return Hanoi. End of services.

Option 2: Three-Day Cruise Package

Day 1: Hanoi - Halong bay - Lagoon Explorer (L, D)
Leave Hanoi by private car/van at 8:30am arriving at the jetty around 12:30pm. Our crew welcomes you on board the Lagoon Explorer Junk, enjoy welcome drink, check-in to your cabin.
Lunch with fresh seafood is served at 1:00pm, start a 3.5 hours cruise into mystic Halong Bay to see the amazing karsts with different formations: Mat Qui (Monster’s face) islet, But Moc islet, Cap De islet, Trong (Drum) cave, Trinh Nu cave, floating fishing village, with its unique way of life. Then head to Luon cave, enjoy swimming, sun bathing at Ti Top beach or climb the peak of the mountain for a breath-taking panorama view of Halong bay. Dinner and overnight aboard junk.

Day 2: Halong bay (B, L, D)
Early risers can enjoy a morning view of Bay’s landscape. Sitting on the upper deck, you can relax and take in the breath-taking beauty of the rocky islands rising from the crystal-clear water of the bay.
Breakfast is at 8:00am. After breakfast, there are 3 options to choose from. All start from 8:30am.

Option 1 (Relaxing):
After breakfast, start cruising South to explore Lan Ha Bay, along the way seeing more of the fascinating Limestone formations like Trong (Drum) cave, Con Coc islet, Mieng Giuong islet, floating fishing village, Ba Trai Dao islet, to swim at the quiet beaches of Cat Ba National Park, BBQ lunch on the beach or on board the Lagoon Explorer.
More time for swimming & relaxing. Then cruise back to visit Dark & Bright cave, and then cruise to the Drum cave area for sunset. Dinner & overnight on board. 

Option 2 (Trekking in Cat Ba National Park - 3 hours):
After breakfast, start cruising to Cat Ba National Park, passing floating fishing villages along the way. Trekking through remote Viet Hai Village on winding trail with limestone cliffs rising from ground beside, you will have a chance to discover the traditional life of local residents.
Climb up to the peak of the mountain for a panorama view of Halong bay and Viet Hai valley, the heart of Cat Ba National Park, lunch in the village. Trek back to the boat and cruise to the Drum cave area for sunset. Dinner & overnight on board.

Option 3 (Sea Kayak Discovery):
After breakfast, cruise south to the kayaking area where you will be given some primary paddling instruction by our expert on how to paddle safely and comfortably. You and your guide will explore the mystical bay.
There will be a lot of swimming, visiting hidden beaches or a lagoon cave (depending on tidal condition). BBQ lunch on the beach or on board the Lagoon Explorer. Cruise and explore Dark & Bright cave before heading back to Drum cave area for dinner & overnight on board.

Day 3: Retreat & Brunch (B, D)
Early risers can enjoy a morning view of bay’s landscape with a cup of tea or coffee with breakfast. Sitting on the upper deck, you can relax while taking in the breath-taking beauty of the rocky islands rising from the crystal-clear water of the bay. After breakfast explore Sung Sot cave (8:00 to 9:00), swim and relax at Soi Sim beach.
At 9:30 boat starts cruising back to the jetty while brunch is served from 10:30 to 11:30. We continue cruising through the bay, along the way seeing more of the fascinating formations. Checkout is at 11:45. Boat arrive at harbor by 12:00 for the drive back to Hanoi.

Then disembark at Halong Tourist Wharf for the return Hanoi. End of services.

As indicated: (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)

Cabin Grade Group Tour Private Tour (No. of person)
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
TWO-DAY PROGRAM PACKAGE RATES (per person)
Lagoon Cabin US$ 120                  
THREE-DAY PROGRAM PACKAGE RATES (per person)
Superior Cabin US$ 180                  
BOOK LAGOON EXPLORER JUNK ONLINE

bullet Our costs are Net including Tax and Service charge.
bullet For Kayaking service: surcharge of US$ 20 per person.
bullet For Second-class cabin, discount US$ 25 on the price (and discount US$ 15 for single supplement)
bullet Single surcharge: USD40.

Price Includes
- 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.
- Guide on board

Price excludes
- Drinks, Barbecue, Tips, Extras and other services not mentioned in the tour above.
- Pick up and transfer by private car: Hanoi - Halong - Hanoi: US$ 90

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 junk/cruise directly.





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