Heritage Cruises Explorer 3 Days/2 Nights

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3 Days/2 Nights
Availability : Jan - Dec
Hanoi
Halong bay
Min Age : 3+
Max People : 10

Overview

The Heritage Cruises Explorer is a program particularly designed for those who love exploring.
Venture off the beaten path, go kayaking, swimming, and cycling. Discover secluded beaches, lagoons, coves, and caves. Cruising is all about personal experiences. We ensure your cruising experience is comfortable and special with excellent food, friendly staff, an interesting itinerary with many optional activities, excellent service, attention to detail, elegance, sophistication, and, of course, guaranteed safety.

Heritage Cruises aims to offer each guest the opportunity to create their own memories with exquisite cuisine, 24-hour room service and fun activities. Dine whenever and wherever you wish, and choose from massage options.

This boutique cruise starts at Halong Bay, reached from Hanoi by shuttle bus D’car Limousine (optional). At noon, the boat’s team welcomes you aboard and checks you into your exclusive cabin. The first part of the cruise presents the wild beauty of Halong Bay followed by Lan Ha Bay’s panoramas. A few minutes into the cruise guests are invited to taste Vietnamese dishes at the restaurant. The next highlight is Ba Trai Dao beach or the Tra Bau area to enjoy kayaking or swimming.

After this, you have a range of options including massages or afternoon tea. In the evening a chef gives a cooking demonstration featuring traditional Vietnamese spring rolls. After an a la carte dinner, activities can include a movie night, board games, or squid fishing.

The second day is dedicated to leisure including meeting locals and exploring Ba Trai Dao beach (secret cave, hidden coves, and lagoons if the weather permits) or the Tra Bau Area.

The third day starts at sunrise with Vovinam, a Vietnamese martial art session. It is followed by an exploration of the Dark and Bright Cave, and there is enough time to take a swim or sunbathe on the beach. After checkout, brunch is served on board while cruising back to Tuan Chau Marina for your onward destination.

DESTINATIONS 

  • Halong Bay – Lan Ha Bay
  • Tuan Chau Marina
  • Da Chong Islet
  • Tra Bau Area
  • Ba Trai Dao Beach (Lan Ha Bay)
  • Viet Hai village
  • Dark and Bright Cave

ACTIVITIES

  • Cave exploration
  • Kayaking or bamboo-boat ride
  • Swimming
  • Massages (extra charge)
  • Cooking class
  • Vietnamese cultural films
  • Musical entertainment
  • Squid fishing
  • Vovinam

WHAT TO BRING

  • Sunglasses, hat, sunscreen, insect repellent
  • Comfortable clothing and swimwear (warm clothes in winter)
  • Camera, valid passport
  • Sports shoes for climbing, trekking, and walking
  • Personal medical supplies

DAY 1:HANOI - HALONG BAY - LAN HA BAY IN CAT BA ARCHIPELAGO

8:00 – 8:30 Hotel pick-up for trip on new highway to Tuan Chau International Marina, Halong City (if you book our shuttle bus).

12:00 Welcome to Heritage Cruises Lounge at No.28 of Tuan Chau International Marina for refreshments before boarding for the cruise

12:30 Board the Heritage Cruises boat and enjoy a welcome drink as you receive a cruise briefing, safety instructions, and check-in to your suite. Lunch is served at L’Indochine
Restaurant.

12:40 Heritage Cruises takes you to contemplate the magnificent sceneries made from the limestone mountains of Lan Ha BayCat Ba Archipelago. This bay is untouched and remote, as not many cruise boats use this route.

15:30 The cruise vessel approaches the Ba Trai Dao (Three Peach beaches) (upon the weather) or Tra Bau area in Lan Ha Bay, a natural frontier between the provinces of Halong and Haiphong. This secret hideaway has beaches, caves, and coves, plus the spectacular natural beauty of about 400 islands. Guests can try kayaking or simply swimming in the crystal clear water of the bay.

17:30 Return to Heritage Cruises, enjoy life aboard the vessel or in your suite, and with a cocktail in hand watch the sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin.

18:30 Activities include afternoon tea and the chef will lead a Vietnamese cooking class
19:30 A memorable dining experience will be offered at the restaurant, with local food in an intimate and romantic setting.

21:30 Enjoy evening views of the bay at the bar on the top deck. Try your hand at squid fishing. The bars are open until late.

Overnight onboard

DAY 2: HALONG BAY - LAN HA BAY HIDEAWAY

06:15 Start the day with a session of Vovinam on the sundeck, followed by coffee, tea, and pastries.

8:30 Transfer to a speedboat to visit Viet Hai Village. Take a bicycle ride or electric car through a rainforest tunnel that leads to a rice-field vista. Visit a traditional house in a village deep in a national park where you can observe the lifestyle of the local people and enjoy lunch in the village. Return to the speedboat to visit Lan Ha Bay.

13:30 Visit the Cat Ba Archipelago, cruise through Cai Beo floating village and then go to the Ba Trai Dao beaches where you can explore the secret trail and beaches, enclosed by vertical cliffs (if the weather and tide permit) or just swimming and kayaking in Tra Bau area.

15:30 Return to Heritage Cruises to enjoy cocktails, beer, and fine wine as the sky changes color.

17:30 Enjoy life aboard the vessel or in your suite, and with a cocktail in hand watch the sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin. The chef will lead a Vietnamese cooking class

19:30 Enjoy a fine-dining experience in the main restaurant
21:30 Welcome the night at the bar on the top deck, or try squid fishing. The bars are open late.

Overnight onboard

DAY 3: HALONG BAY - HANOI

06:15 Start the day with a session of Vovinam on the sundeck.
06:45 Have a light breakfast on board.
07:15 Head off in a bamboo boat to explore the Dark and Bright Cave to enjoy the sparkling stalactites on the ceiling and feel the soul of the surrounding nature.

9:00 9:30 Return to the boat for checkout
10:00 Enjoy brunch while cruising back to the mainland
11:00 Return to Tuan Chau Marina and disembark for your onward journey.
12:10 While waiting for the pick-up service to your next destination, enjoy the comfort of our lounge

14:00 If you have booked our limousine service, our chauffeur will pick you up to take you to your hotel in Hanoi.

Notes:
Itineraries may be subject to change without prior notice due to weather, pandemic conditions, or regulation of Port authorities. Wi-Fi is available in the restaurant/bar area, but internet connectivity is limited due to the geography of the bay. Thank you for your understanding.

FAQ

1. Do I need visa to visit Vietnam?

– Vietnam visa is compulsory for nationalities except for ASEAN countries, Japan, Korea. And citizens of Norway, Denmark, Sweden, Finland visiting Vietnam for up to 15 days are exempted from visas. Vietnam visa which is valid in 30 days, is issued by Vietnamese embassies or General Consulate abroad, or upon arrival to Vietnam international airports. It is not difficult to arrange visa on arrival to Vietnam. The entry visa will be stamped on your passport when you pass through our immigration checkpoint at the airport. In order to apply for Vietnam visa on arrival, please visit www.vietnamvisaprovider.com.

2. Can I get cash on my credit cards in Vietnam?

– Yes, you can. Cash advances on credit cards are available at the central Techcombank, Vietcombank in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh city and other major ones, you will be charged about 4% for that.

3. Can I pay by credit cards?

– Booking a tour with Indochina Kite Travel is very easy for your payment which can be made by cash, paypal, wise transfer, telegraphic transfer or credit cards. Except for cash payment, a service charge will be applied. Any bank charges are levied by the sending bank relating to transfers to Indochina Kite Travel must be paid by clients. A surcharge of 3% will be applied for payment by credit cards.

4. How is the climate in Vietnam?

Vietnam climate is particularly complicated like some different countries in the world. Weather patterns have been changing over recent years. The climate of Vietnam is described in details as below:

Northern Vietnam climate:

– The Winter (December to March) can be surprisingly bitter for cold air sweeps from the south of China, persistent mist and temperatures as low as 7°C. Things start warming up again in April, which ushers in a good period, spring weather before summer heat begins in earnest in May, closely followed by the rainy season in June, July and August. This combination makes for hot, sticky weather which makes many people surprised. The temperatures can occasionally reach 42°C, average 30°C, while humidity hovers about 75-80%. The rain comes in heavy downpours, causing frequent flood in Hanoi and the delta. By September, the rains are petering out. The Autumn (September to December) is undoubtedly the most pleasant season. At this time of year, it’s generally cool, the average temperature is about 20°C to 22°C. From September to middle October, it’s perfect sightseeing weather.

Central coast Vietnam climate:

– The coastal region from Thanh Hoa province to Hue lies in the typhoon belt. Around Hue, typhoons are the most prevalent from April to June, while further north, the season generally lasts from July to November. However, typhoons are quite difficult to predict and it really is a matter of bad luck or luck, if you are caught. Flights are usually only disrupted for a matter of hours, but for recent years the main road and rail routes heading the south have been cut by floods at least once during the typhoon season. The good news is that they are recovered incredibly quickly within 2 to 3 days, depending on the level of severe damage.

The climate in the central region of Vietnam is notoriously wet, particularly around Hue, where the annual average rainfall is a generous 4m. The so-called ‘dry’ season lasts from February to May. After this, it gets hotter around 30°C to 32°C until the rainy season start in earnest in September, gradually easing off from November through January. The average temperatures in the Winter are pleasant from 18°C to 22°C.

Central highlands of Vietnam climate:

The rainy season in the central highlands commence from May to November. Roads are regularly washed out, but it is also quite nice at this time with tumbling rivers, beautiful waterfalls.

Southern Vietnam climate:

The southern Vietnam follows roughly the same weather pattern as the central highlands. It is blessed with a fair and predictable climate. The dry season lasts from December to May. The rainy season is the rest of a year. Most of the rains fall in brief afternoon downpours, so you can still enjoy outdoor activities, although flooding can be a problem in the southern delta. Daytime temperatures rarely fall below 22°C, occasionally reach 35°C in the hottest months (April to May). Humidity climbs to enervating 75%.

5. Do I need to have any vaccination to enter Vietnam?

No need to take vaccination before entering Vietnam. However, for safety reason and for your health guarantee you should be consulted by your doctor before you travel. Some travelers may take malaria vaccination. You should also bring insect repellent to avoid bitten by mosquitoes, bugs in some places.

6. What is your best recommended tour?

Our recommended tour is customized tour for Indochina Kite Travel will create the tour to meet your personal demands, interests and budget. What you need is sending us your travel inquiry at  https://www.indochinakitetravel.com and your private travel consultant at Indochina Kite Travel will work out a perfect tour itinerary for you.

7. How are current exchange rates for Vietnamese money?

Travelling in Vietnam, you can easily look for a bank to exchange money. However, the rates may be slightly different. We advise you to check the rates here: http://vietcombank.com.vn

8. Can tourists drive a car in Vietnam?

Yes, you can. But you must have a proper driving license. However, driving a car in Vietnam is very difficult due to bad traffic. We advise you rent a car and a driver if you expect to go somewhere.

9. Can tourists travel freely in Vietnam?

Yes, you can. But there are some restricted areas close by the border like Meo Vac, Dong Van in Ha Giang province, Ban Gioc waterfall… You have to apply for permission before visiting that. It is the best way to book a tour package at https://www.indochinakitetravel.com

10. I am an American. Will I face with any hostility because of Vietnam war?

The Vietnamese welcome people from all countries and races. The war is the past and it’s not your mistake. What the Vietnamese care is how to live in peace in order to have a better life at present and in the future.

11. What is the attitude towards drug in Vietnam?

Vietnamese law is very strict. All types of drugs are strictly forbidden. Don’t risk to sell or use that under any circumstances.

12. Are there internet facilities in Vietnam?

Yes, a lot. Vietnam has witnessed a surge in internet use for recent years.  Now it has more users than other countries in Southest Asia. Internet facilities are available at all hotels, restaurants… during your Vietnam vacation.

13. Can I buy antiques in Vietnam?

Yes, you can. But they must be good quality ones because exporting a artifact with cultural significance needs an official license. Without a license, anything old is confiscated at the airport

14. Can I bargain when I buy something in Vietnam?

Yes, bargaining need to be done at local markets, open shops but not at supermarkets, shopping centers, minimarts. Bargaining depends on what products you are going to buy, so the best ways is asking your tour guide to be more convenient.

15. What happens if I am a vegetarian or a vegan?

No problems, but share with us that before you start the tours. It is possible for us to order vegetarian or vegan meals for you. Vietnam is very well-known for good food, it is easy to serve you that at your taste.

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