Time: 3 days, 2 nights
CODE: HLB3D
Starting From: 189$ per pax

HALONG BAY 3 DAYS SAIL AWAY

Experience the stunning world heritage listed Halong Bay in style. On this tour, you’ll have the time to explore some of the lesser-known locations within the bay! You’ll visit a traditional floating fishing village, and hidden lagoons, explore the crystal waters by kayak, and have time to relax on secluded beaches.

This Halong Bay 3 Day Sail Away tour has been designed with couples in mind – a great honeymoon option!

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GRATUITY NOTE

Tipping is not customary in Vietnam though it is highly appreciated, mostly in our New Year and Tet holiday. In fact, if you do receive a service that completely exceeds your expectation, then a tip is welcome. Please consider our recommendations on when to tip in Vietnam.

  • Tour guide: Tipping Expected.
  • Tour driver: Tipping Expected.
  • Homestay/ Hotel: Tipping optional.
  • Taxi driver, restaurants: Tipping optional.

Stunning scenery

Traditional Junk

Relax

TRIP ITINERARY

Day 1: Hanoi – Halong Bay

You’ll be picked up from your hotel around 8:00 AM – 8:30 AM and take a three-hour journey to Halong Bay (there’ll be a quick rest stop on the way). On arrival at Tuan Chau Marina Bay, you’ll board the junk, a welcome drink will be waiting for you and you’ll be given a short introduction to the vessel, its facilities, and our services.

When you finish your check-in, you’ll have lunch on board as you enjoy the view while the boat heads south away from the other tourist junks.

After lunch, visit Vung Vieng floating fishing village, one of the biggest villages in Halong Bay, you will have a chance to learn about the life of fishermen and feel free with some option activities: bamboo boat or kayaking. Back on board the junk, you will have time to relax, enjoy the spa and massage service, and take advantage of the Happy Hour at the bar if you desire.

A delicious dinner will be served in the dining room. In the evening of this Halong Bay 3 Day Sail Away adventure, you can choose to take part in some squid fishing, games, or join your host as they tell you some local legends on the top-deck bar.

Day 2: Halong - bai tu long bay

To begin your second day of this Halong Bay 3 Day Sail Away tour, before breakfast, you can master your energy flow with a Tai Chi session. You will then transfer to a day boat to visit the Cong Do area and hop into a kayak if you wish to explore on your own. Lunch will then be served on the day boat, then you will have more time for kayaking around magnificent karst mountains (depending on conditions).

You’ll then return to the junk for free time with Happy Hour before dinner. Again, you can opt for fishing, board games, and drinks at the bar before you retreat to your cabin.

Day 3: Bai Tu Long Bay - Hanoi

At 7 AM, start your day with the Taichi on the sundeck. Light breakfast is served in the dining room. Discover Thien Canh Son cave where located on top of the mountain, and contains a long history of geological value and natural beauty. Recommend you bring a camera and wear sports shoes for hiking.

Then back to the main boat for relaxing and check out at the reception, please put all your luggage outside of your cabin door, crew member will help to bring the luggage on land. Brunch is served in the restaurant while the boat heads back to the harbor. Disembark at the harbor around 11 AM.

The Halong Bay 3 Day Sail Away tour ends in Hanoi around 3:30 PM. 

Notes: Due to cruising conditions, itineraries may change without prior notice. Wi-Fi is available in the restaurant/bar area, but internet connectivity is limited due to the geography of Halong. Thank you for your understanding!

  • INCLUDE: Welcome drink, hot/cold towels – 01 bottle of water/guest/night on-board- Cooking class + Entrance fees at sightseeing points + Spacious air conditioner cabins and en-suite bathrooms + All meals during 2D/1N tour (01 breakfast – 02 lunches and 01 dinners) + Kayaking + WIFI (depends on the cruising area)
  • EXCLUDE: Tips and beverages + Personal expenses + All other services not clearly mentioned above.

WHY TRAVEL WITH YESD?

Authentic

We give local people employment, income and learning opportunities so they are directly involved in your tourism experience. Our guides and hosts will give you a special insight into culture and life in Vietnam.

Responsible

We aim to minimise the negative impacts of tourism on the environment and the local community while contributing positively to local economies. We don’t just talk responsible tourism, we act!

Tours that translate

10% of all profits from our tours go towards a community fund. This money allows us to make infrastructure improvements and provide other important resources to those in need.

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