Itinerary
Description:
Sailors have hoisted the sails and swabbed the deck. The Treasure starts its motion, spawning its way in beautiful emerald waters. The vessel is a stylish junk crafted by traditions and equipped with comfortable and modern amenities. Its name, Treasure, refers to the natural beauty of its environment. Something fragile and extremely rare that we must preserve and protect as a legacy for our future generations.
Brief Itinerary:
| Dates | Destinations | Meals Included | Transportation |
| Day 1 | Hanoi – Tuan Chau – Halong Bay | L, D | By car, Cruise |
| Day 2 | Halong Bay | B, L, D | Cruise |
| Day 3 | Halong Bay – Hanoi | Brunch | Cruise, Car |
Detailed Itinerary:
Day 1: Hanoi – Cruising in Halong Bay (L/D)
Depart from Hanoi at 8.00 for a 3.5 hours drive to Halong City through the Red River Delta. Upon arrival, get on board of the Treasure Junk. Start cruising from Hon Gai pier to the boundaries of Halong bay while lunch with fresh seafood is served (vegetarian and kids menus available).
After lunch, just make yourself at ease and relax. We are slowly getting off the classic cruising routes, far from the clichés of a busy tourism spot. Limestone rock formations will parade around us for about 2 hours before our first stop.
We reach the perfect spot, remote and scenic, where the waters of Halong and Bai Tu Long hit and wave together. Let’s get ready for serious things. Swimming suits, ok. Kayaks and tender boat, ok. Paddles and gears, ok. Let’s get closer to the water and explore the bay in depth.
After one/one and a half hour kayaking, we get back on board to refresh and start the aperitif on the sundeck. Dinner is served either inside or outside depending on weather conditions. Overnight on board in a cozy air-conditioned cabin with en-suite bathroom facilities.
Day 2: Halong Bay kayaking (L/B/D)
The breakfast will be served from 7.15am. But if you like, we invite you to share a cup of tea or coffee from 6.30am and participate then in a Tai Chi session before breakfast.
Around 8.30am, we board a smaller boat. It takes us even farther from the touristy area, to the hidden nooks of the archipelago.
A whole day of fun and relaxation. More kayaking, more swimming, more sandy beaches, more floating houses, more local cuisine, definitely a “cruise++”… The exact program depends on tide and weather conditions but we guarantee that we will make this trip extension worth. Lunch will be served on the support boat.
The guide will lead you back to the Treasure Junk in the mid-afternoon. Time to refresh and to make yourself cozy on the sundeck. Dinner will be served again either in the dining room or on the deck. Second night on board.
Day 3: Halong Bay – Hanoi (Brunch)
We will be back at the pier about 11am, and driven to Hanoi with an expected arrival time about 4pm. The day will be short so let’s wake up early to take the maximum of it.
Coffee, tea and cakes will be served from 6.30am. Wake up smoothly while witnessing the silence of beautiful misty bay. A 30-minute Tai Chi session will be organized, energize your body and soul or just allow yourself some farniente time on a sunbath with a cup of coffee.
About 7.45am, we hop on bamboo boats to go visiting a secluded floating village surrounded by the mountains. We spawn our way between numerous floating houses and small rowing boats that serve the everyday life as vehicle, itinerant shops, fishing utility, sometimes overnight shelter.
Back on treasure before 9am, we start cruising back to the pier. From 9.30am, a brunch will be served. Take a last glance at the rocks, standing still as the eternal guardians of a kingdom, we are about to reach the pier.
Once on land, we sit in a small café to wait for our overland vehicle.
12:00: Rejoin the car return to Hanoi.
16:00: Arrive Hanoi. Drop until your hotel. Finish unforgettable Halong Bay Trip with Treasure Junk. Good bye & see you again!
(Transfer directly to airport is available. Upon requests)
What’s included?
- Accommodation on Treasure Junk.
- Welcome drink on Boat
- Meals as specified in the program. (01 Breakfast, 02 Lunches, 02 Dinners, 01 Brunch)
- Kayaks and safety gear.
- Tender boat.
- The services of an experienced English-speaking guide.
- All entrance fees & sightseeing ticktes.
- VAT and other taxes.
- Shuttle Bus pick up from hotel in Hanoi – Halong Bay – hotel in Hanoi.
What’s excluded?
- Hotel in Hanoi for the last day.
- Beverages, gratuities and personal expenses.
Individual insurance.
