Our smaller boat, the “Valentine Cruise Halong”, launched in late 2007, is perfect for those seeking a more exclusive and intimate experience. Valentine Cruise Halong is a full service vessel offering all the facilities and amenities of our larger boats, but with only five cabins; four Deluxe cabins at 19 square meters each and one Suite cabin at 30 square meters. All of the on Valentine bathrooms feature bathtub/Jacuzzis as well as showers.
DAY 1: HANOI – HALONG BAY (L, D)
08:00: Pick up at your hotel in Hanoi and drive to Halong bay through scenic countryside areas.
11:30: Arrive at Bai Chay/Halong pier.
12:15: Transfer by tender to the Valentine Cruise Halong – enjoy Welcome Drink. Receive cruise briefing and check in to cabins and begin cruise.
13:00: Lunch – deluxe Vietnamese and International Set Menu.
Massage service is available beginning after lunch and
throughout the cruise. Please book in advance with Cruise Manager.
14.30: Arrive at Titov Island. Enjoy swimming, relaxing on the beach and climbing the steps to the top of the mountain on the island for fantastic views and photo opportunities. Water and towels supplied. We will spend about one hour on the island.
15.30: Transfer back to the boat and sail for approximately 45 minutes to our second destination – the Bat Cave area.
16.30: Arrive at the Bat Cave area. There are two programs to choose from at this time.
- One option is a 40 minute kayaking program to the nearby Bat Cave and lagoon and surrounding waters. Kayaking is $10. per person unless already booked as part of your package. Water is supplied.
- The second option is to visit the largest floating fishing village in Halong Bay. We will travel to the village on the tender and tour the village for approximately 20 minutes.
18:30: Arrive at Luon Bo area – anchor for overnight.
19:00: Dinner – deluxe Vietnamese & Western Buffet or Set Menu Dinner.
20:30: Evening activities include: film entertainment in the dining room at approximately 9:15, board games and playing cards are available, join squid fishing from the boat with our crew, massage services are available.
21:00 – 23:00: Happy Hour!
Buy one drink – get one free (wine excluded).
23.00: End of program for Day One
DAY 2: HALONG BAY – HANOI ( B)
6:30: Enjoy Tai Chi instruction on the sundeck (duration about 30 minutes).
6:45: Coffee, tea and breakfast pastries served in the dining room.
7:00: Arrive at the Surprise Cave.
8:00: Transfer by tender to the Surprise Cave. Walk up the 100 steps to the entrance of the cave and tour on foot for approximately 45 minutes.
9:00: Upon return to the boat take time to freshen up and please check-out of cabins. Please leave heavy luggage outside of the cabins (staff will transfer to the pier). Depart for Bai Chay/Halong pier.
9:30: Enjoy Breakfast Set Menu or Buffet served in the dining room. Settle bills in the dining room after breakfast.
10:00: Relax on the sundeck or in the dining room and enjoy the bay scenery as we approach the pier.
10:45: Arrive at Bai Chay/Halong pier.
11:00: Transfer by tender to the pier, relax inside the pier building while waiting for return transportation.
RATE: THIS RATE IS QUOTED IN AMERICAN DOLLARS PER CABIN
(Twin/ Double: 2 beds or 1 big bed for 2 adults; Single Traveler: 1 big bed for 1 adult only)
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CABIN CATEGORIES |
VALIDITY |
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High Season: 1 Dec, 2010 to 30 Apr, 2011 & 1 Oct, 2011 to 31 Dec, 2011 |
Summer Promotion 1 May, 2011 – 30 Sep, 2011 |
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Deluxe Cabin |
Twin/ Double |
405 |
365 |
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Single traveler |
365 |
320 |
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Suite Cabin |
Twin/ Double |
575 |
435 |
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Single traveler |
515 |
405 |
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· Prices are in American dollars; per cabin, based on twin/double or single cabin accommodation on board the Junk.
· This is a join in coach or private car and departs daily from Hanoi.
· See Booking Conditions for more details.
TRANSPORTATION (Hanoi – Halong Bay – Hanoi)
. A/C Shuttle Bus : US$ 35 per adult and US$ 15 per child between 5 – 10 years old.
· Private Car (4seats) : US$ 135 per car
· Private Van (16seats) : US$ 155 per van
CHILD POLICY
· For child under 5 years old in parent’s room and using existing bedding (maximum 01 child per cabin and child reduction applicable only if sharing a cabin with maximum of 2 adults.)
· For child between 5 – 12 years old: US$ 110 for High Season and US$ 90 for Summer promotion (sharing a cabin with maximum of 2 adults, limiting to one child per cabin only)
SURCHARGE: Addition charge of 25% on
Christmas 24th Dec, 2011
New Year 31st Dec, 2011
Lunar New Year 21th , 22th, 23th Jan, 2012
· Luxury accommodation with A/C, hot shower.
· English speaking customer service manager on board junk
· Entrance fees
· All meals as indicated in the itinerary (Welcome cocktail, 01 Vietnamese Lunch and 01 Dinner, International Brunch Buffet)
· Sunrise Tai Chi Class
· Service fees + taxes
· Insurance on board
· Return shuttle bus/ private car or van transfer from Hanoi (see our quotation at Transportation Item)
· Airfares and departure taxes
· Kayaking services (US$ 20/hour/double kayak sharing basis)
· Beauty Spa Services and Massage
· Visa, passport or vaccination costs
· Other meals not specified in the itinerary
· Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, bar charges, tips, optional activities
IMPORTANT
Please note your tour will not be confirmed unless you provide the following information at time of booking:
· Full Name as on passports
· Date of Birth
· Passport Number
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