Day 1: Hanoi – Halong Violet Cruise (Lunch,Dinner)

We depart from the Hanoi capital at 8 :30 am for Halong Bay approximately three hours away. En route we have a short stop at the Sao Dao center run for and by handicapped children for short break. Upon arrival at Halong Bay  we will be met by captain and cruisers and transferred to Violet Cruise .Welcome on board of Halong Violet and set sail through bay while lunch is served. Passage into the magical bay, where thousands of sculpted limestone islands rise from the waves like dragons’ teeth. Opportunity to visit beautiful limestone grotto, go swimming or sunbathing. Enjoy cocktails while watching sunset and later unwind at Violet restaurant. If weather permits, a short night cruise could bring you a nice discovery of the sea life by night.

08.30-13.00: Pick up by private car at your hotel about 8.30. Spend 3 hours sight seeing country Vietnam on the way to Halong city. Arrive at Violet Pier just before 12.00 noon.
12.30: Boarding Violet for departure. Welcome drink is served.
13.00 – 14.30: Lunch is served while cruising through Bai Tu Long Bay.
16.00: Trekking or swimming at Soi Sim Island.
17.15: Cruising to visit Hang Doi water tunnel with row boat.
18.30: Docking for overnight.
19.30: Dinner is served. Guests dancing with Violet staff’s interaction. Accommodation and overnight on junk.
 
Day 2: Halong Violet Cruise – Hanoi (Brunch)

Rising to the tranquil beauty of the bay we have time for a morning Tai Chi exercise with an opportunity to view the sunrise over the bay. After breakfast, a short trek to a nearby summit.
06.30: Sunrise Taichi on sundeck. Coffee or tea is served.
08.00: Visit splendid Sung Sot grotto with a quick glimpse at the nearby fishing village.
09.00: Buffet breakfast while cruising back through Halong Bay to the pier.
10.00: Luggage pulls out. Clear all bills.
11.00: Arrive at the pier. Time to say Goodbye. Transfer back to Hanoi. Arrive Hanoi at 4.00pm. The Trip Ends at your hotel or transfer to airport (Upon request!).

 Notes:

• Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather, tide levels and operating conditions. Swimming or kayaking excursions may be cancelled due to poor weather. Unused services are not subject to a refund.

• Meals on board are fusion: Vietnamese, seafood & international. Guests should advise of any special food preferences, allergies or dietary requirements at least one (1) week prior to the cruise date.

• Advance registration is required with full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport number and visa expiry date for all passengers. A valid passport is required upon check-in. Otherwise, boarding may be denied by port authority.

Halong Violet Cruise Price:

 Exchange Rate: 1 USD = 21,000 VND

Children Policy:

Child under 05 years old: free of charge (sharing cabin with parents without extra Bed)
Child from 05 to under 12 years old: 75 % adult`s cost (sharing cabin with parents with extra Bed)
Child over 12 years old: 100% adult`s cost (sharing cabin with parents with extra Bed)

Halong Violet Cruise 2 Days Inclusions:

Cruise Inclusions:

• Private tranfer from Hanoi to Halong or vice versa
• Accommodation on Board: Private Cabin with seaview window,
•  Meals on Board: 1 Lunch + 1 Dinner + 1 Brunch with fresh sea food, Vietnamese food, Asian & International
•  English/French Speaking Guide on Board
•  Welcome Drink on Board (soft drink, tea or coffee)
•  Insurance on Board
•  Tai Chi Exercise in the morning
•  Entrance Fees & Sightseeing tickets
•  Visiting Caves & Fishing Villages.
•  All taxes & services charge
 
Cruise Exclusions:

•  Visa Arrangements
•  Pre-post accommodation in Hanoi
•  Visa Arrangements
•  Beauty Spa Services and Massage
•  Beverages and Tobacco
•  Tips and other Personal Expenses
•  All other services not clearly mentioned above
•  Kayaking: on request