Overview
Explore the best of magnificent Halong Bay on a two day cruise through the UNESCO World Heritage site. Spend the night on the bay in L’Azalée, a traditional wooden junk with a sleek modern design. In the day spend time on the water visiting fishing villages and caves, and kayaking past jungle-clad islands.
Trip Highlights
- ✓Cruising through the jade waters of Halong Bay surrounded by monolithic karst formations
- ✓Enjoying cocktails on the deck of your cruise boat as the sun sets behind 1,600 islands
- ✓Visiting the best of the bay with a detailed 2-day itinerary
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Interactive Journey Map
Day-by-Day Itinerary
North Vietnam
Day 1
L'Azalée Halong Bay 2-Day Cruise
Depart from Hanoi and travel to the seaside port of Halong Bay. Transfer to Tuan Chau island to board the beautiful L’Azalee Deluxe, a beautifully restored traditional wooden junk with a colourful, modern design. Settle in to your stylish cabin, or on the sundeck, and enjoy the view from the water.
Visit the Lom Bo Canal area, and visit a floating pearl farm to learn how these precious 'stones' are created and harvested. Then, drop anchor at Kiem Lam; where you can swim around the limestone karsts or simply lounge around on deck.
Travel through the towering, jungle-clad islands to your mooring for the evening and take part in a Vietnamese cooking demonstration from the on board chefs! Enjoy dinner on the deck and wrap up your day with a cocktail or try your hand at squid fishing under the nights sky.
Accommodation listed in the sample: Luxury Selected Hotel. Confirm the property and room category in your proposal.
Day 2
L'Azalée Halong Bay 2-Day Cruise
On the second day, enjoy the sunrise over Bai Tu Long Bay, followed by a special Tai Chi class on the sundeck. Your last excursion before finishing the cruise is to Sung Sot Cave. Otherwise, aptly, known as Surprise Cave, this is another highlight of Halong and is reached via a small opening in the rock.
Say goodbye to the crew at the main harbour and take your private transfer about 4 hours back to Hanoi arriving late in the afternoon.
Note: Itinerary subject to change or cancellation due to weather conditions
Accommodation listed in the sample: Luxury Selected Hotel. Confirm the property and room category in your proposal.
📍 Expedition Planning & Practical Info
Best Time to Travel
Weather differs between the north, central coast and south. Compare travel months before choosing your dates.
What to Pack
Pack lightweight linen clothing for walking. Smart casual attire is recommended for dining at luxury hotels. Don't forget sun protection and comfortable walking shoes.
Practical Info
UK passport holders require a visa for stays exceeding 45 days. Local currency is VND, though credit cards are widely accepted at all pre-selected luxury establishments.
Plan with VietnamTours travel team
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Trip Details
- Pacing:Relaxed / Luxury
- Primary currency:£ GBP (UK Market)
- Best Season:Oct to Apr