5 Days Exploring Gulf of Tonkin

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5 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

The itinerary is carefully curated to include visits to some of Halong Bay's most popular sites. Activities include kayaking, swimming, cooking, and exploring these natural wonders.
With its blend of adventure, relaxation, and top-tier hospitality, the "5 Days 4 Nights In-depth Discovery of the Gulf of Tonkin" promises a memorable and enchanting exploration of one of Vietnam's most stunning destinations.

What's Included

Entrance and sightseeing fees
Kayak
Excursions & cave visit* as indicated in the program
Lunch (Optional[5])
Lunch
Dinner (Optional[4])
Dinner
Breakfast (Optional[4])
Breakfast
Private boat with air-conditioned en-suite cabin(s) for your group
Guide
Transportation
Two bottles of water in cabin daily
Massage, spa treatments, personal service
Tips and other expenses not mentioned in inclusions

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Description: Opposite the Opera House, at the intersection of Hai Ba Trung Street and Le Thanh Tong Street

Itinerary

Duration: 5 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Hanoi - Bai Tu Long Bay

    4 stops
  • 1
    Old Quarter

    08:00 – 08:30 Our driver will pick you up from your hotel in the Old Quarter (A short break on route for refreshments, about 20 minutes)

    Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Hạ Long Bay

    11:30 Arrive at Bhaya Cruise Center, located within the Tuan Chau International Marina. 12:00 Board Bhaya Legend and check out your cabin before heading to the restaurant for a safety briefing. Enjoy the welcome drink while meeting the cruise manager and the crew. 12:30 Enjoy a fusion lunch as the boat cruises towards the southeast of Halong Bay, towards the Cua Van area.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Hạ Long Bay

    15:00-17:30 Enjoy sightseeing around the Cong Do Area. With an area of 23,363 km2 and a 172m high mountain, the Cong Do area is famous for its natural and pristine beauty. Learn how to make fresh spring rolls with a cooking demonstration in the restaurant. Enjoy a drink during the Happy Hour offer and take in the beautiful sunset.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Hạ Long Bay

    19:00 Savor the delicious dinner in the restaurant. 21:00 Free time to enjoy a drink at the bar or stargaze on the sundeck. Retire to your cabin for a good night's sleep.

    7 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Halong Bay

    4 stops
  • 5
    Hạ Long Bay

    06:15 Rise with the sun and welcome the new day with a Tai Chi lesson. Enjoy a hearty breakfast while the boat starts cruising to the next attraction.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Cat Ba Town

    08:30 Choose to explore the charming Vung Vieng Fishing Village by either kayak or rowing boat. You will not only be immersed in the quiet and peaceful location, viewing the charming landscape and discovering the fishermen's cultural life, but also instructed in the fine arts of sailing and casting fishnets. Return to Bhaya Legend for some time at leisure to relax. Return to Bhaya Legend. 12:15 Enjoy lunch as the Bhaya Legend cruises slowly past beautiful karst towers.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Thien Canh Son Cave

    14:30 Visit Thien Canh Son Cave, the theater in the center of the sea. Visitors have the opportunity to enjoy the mysterious beauty of gorgeous rosin’s system hanging inside the cave. The entire ceiling shines because, being covered with thousands of glittering stalactites, dome wavy creates unique images: the stone statues, stone dragons, and flowers are likely to make an ideal world.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 8
    Lan Ha Bay

    17:00 - 21:00 Return to the boat just in time to catch the magical sunset. The boat is anchored for the night in Bai Tu Long Bay. Enjoy a sumptuous set dinner in the cozy dining area. Nightfall over the bay. Free time to enjoy a drink at the bar or stargaze on the sundeck or try squid fishing with the crew team.

    4 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 3

    Bai Tu Long - Halong Bay

    4 stops
  • 9
    Hạ Long Bay

    06:15 For early risers, this is the perfect time to commute with nature by trying a Tai Chi lesson on the deck. Start the day with a hearty breakfast in the restaurant.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 10
    Trinh Nu Beach

    08:00 Explore Trinh Nu Area where you could visit the cave and kayak in the emerald water. Trinh Nu Cave is one of the finest sunlight-filled caves in Halong Bay covering an area of 2,000m2 with stunning stalactites and stalagmites. You can also sunbathe on Trinh Nu Beach. Back to the boat as the boat leisurely cruises toward the Titov area. 10:00 Enjoy an excursion to Titov Island - where you could leisurely swim/sunbathe on the pristine beach. If you're into trekking, take a hike to the top of the mountain where you could get a panorama view of Halong Bay - we promise it's going to be breathtaking.

    4 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 11
    Hang Luon Cave

    12:30 Back to the boat for some refreshment then enjoy lunch in the restaurant. Take some rest as the boat leisurely cruise toward the next attraction. Visit Luon Cave by the traditional rowing boat and enjoy the scenery as you pass through the iconic karst towers of Halong Bay. Alternatively, passengers will enjoy an excursion at Me Cung cave area (depending on the weather & operating condition). 17:00 Return to the boat.

    5 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 12
    Hạ Long Bay

    17:30 - 21:00 Try your hand at a fruit carving demonstration with our Chef while the boat cruises to the overnight anchor place. Enjoy the sunset and drink promotion during Happy Hour. Dinner is served in the restaurant. Leisure time to enjoy a drink or squid fishing with our crew.

    4 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 4

    Halong Bay- Lan Ha Bay

    4 stops
  • 13
    Hạ Long Bay

    06:15 Rise with the sun and welcome the new day with a Tai Chi lesson. Enjoy a hearty breakfast while the boat starts cruising to the next attraction.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 14
    Cat Ba

    08:30 Disembark from Bhaya Legend to explore Cat Ba Island, the largest island in the Gulf of Tonkin. Cycle through the jungle to the traditional Viet Hai Village, a small town only connected to the outside world by its connection to the sea. Return to Bhaya Legend. 12:15 Enjoy lunch as the Bhaya Legend cruises slowly past beautiful karst towers.

    6 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 15
    Hạ Long Bay

    Content 14:30 Experience an exciting adventure kayaking through the tranquil waters of the private Tung Sau area, is an isolated region in Ha Long Bay used for pearl farming. Return to Bhaya Legend. Relax and admire the sunset while sipping a drink.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 16
    Lan Ha Bay

    17:00 - 21:00 It’s time to fully relax with Bhaya’s complimentary herbal foot bath. This traditional remedy is made from medicinal plants grown in the Northwest region of Vietnam and infused with mineral salts, activated carbon and natural herbs such as ginger, mint, cinnamon, ... helping to relieve muscle fatigue and promote restful sleep for all passengers. Candlelit dinner is served on the sun deck (if weather permits). Take some time to star-gaze before retiring to your cabin for a restful night’s sleep.

    4 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 5

    Halong Bay - Hanoi

    3 stops
  • 17
    Hạ Long Bay

    06:15 Rejuvenate the body and mind with a refreshing Tai Chi lesson during sunrise on the sundeck as complimentary tea and coffee are served. 06:30 Don’t forget to have a light breakfast amidst the stunning views of the World Heritage Site.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 18
    Sung Sot Cave

    07:00 Explore Sung Sot Cave, the largest cave inside Halong Bay with 10,000 square meters of space, which holds thousands of stalactites and stalagmites and is threaded by a 500-meter paved passageway. 08:00 Return to the boat and prepare to check out. Brunch is served onboard as Bhaya Legend leisurely cruises back to the harbor. 10:00 Say goodbye to your crew and disembark at Bhaya Cruises Centre with memories fit to last a lifetime of your Gulf of Tonkin journey!

    3 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 19
    Hanoi

    Arrive at approximately 14:30-14:45

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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