LIST 4-STAR LUXURY CRUISES IN HALONG BAY

“Your trip has not completed if you miss Halong Bay”.

Halong Bay is a beautiful natural wonder in northern Vietnam near the Chinese border. The Bay is dotted with 1,600 limestone islands and islets and covers an area of over 1,500 sqkm. This extraordinary area was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994. For many tourists, this place is like something right out of a movie. The fact is that Halong Bay features a wide range of biodiversity, while the surrealistic scenery has indeed featured in endless movies.
Discover the UNESCO World Heritage-listed landscapes of Halong Bay without having to rush on a 2-day and 3-day cruise that’s ideal for first-time visitors.

LIST 09 4-STAR LUXURY CRUISES IN HALONG BAY

 1. Peony Cruises 4*

2. Pelican Cruises Halong 4*

3. Glory Legend Cruises Halong

4. Silversea Cruise Halong Bay

5. Syrena Cruises Halong Bay

6. Calypso Cruises

7. Grayline Cruise Halong

8. Paloma Cruise Halong

9. Maya Cruises Halong

Some Highlights activities you do in Halong Bay when you book tour 2days 1 night or 3 days 2 nights.

1. Kayaking

One of the best things to do in Halong Bay is discovering the place yourself on your own kayak. The emerald water of Halong with calm water and many hidden tunnels make a perfect setting for kayaking.

There are a total of 9 hot-spots where kayaking is allowed:

• Ba Hang Fishing Village
• Luon Cave
• Tung Sau area
• Cua Van fishing village
• Vung Vieng fishing village
• Ho Dong Tien area
• Trinh Nu Cave
• Cong Do area
• Co Cave Area
• Dark and Bright Caves

Cruises that offer FREE kayaking include:

• Golden Star Cruises
• Glory Cruise
• Maya Cruises
• Ancora Cruises
• Pelican Cruise
• Aphrodite Cruise
• Carina Cruise
• Grayline Cruise
• Stellar Cruise
• Paloma Cruise
• Athena Cruises

The majority of mid-range and budget cruises offer kayaking free of charge while most luxury cruise will charge kayaking for a fee. Tour guide and staff on board will gladly introduce you to mastering your kayak in case you are not familiar with the activity. This has been the highlight for the majority of tourists who took a cruise trip to Halong Bay and will surely a time to remember for you too.

Updates: From 1st May 2017, kayaking activities will resume for all cruises in Halong Bay for both day cruise and overnight cruise (after temporary suspension from April 1st -30th).

2. Tai Chi Exercises

Engaging in Tai Chi session in the early morning is the perfect way to start your new day in Halong Bay. Tai Chi is a gently physical exercise combining deep breathing and relaxation with slow and easy movements. A form of martial art, Tai Chi is extremely beneficial for your health as it helps to reduce stress, prevent falls, and improve balance and general mobility. You are strongly recommended to wake up early and participate in the session.

Most Tai Chi classes are held between 6:30am – 7:00am, on sundeck if it’s sunny and in the dining hall if it rains.

3. Squid Fishing at Night

Squid fishing is considered the most engaging activity in the evening for many cruises. However, please be noted that this activity can only be held when weather permits. Normally, the ideal time for squid fishing is from April to around January of the next year. In the early season, squid is very small, so, if you want to catch the biggest squid, visit Halong Bay in the peak season of squid, from August to December, especially in October and November (see Best time to visit Halong Bay for more information).

Squid Fishing on Dolphin Cruises

When the night falls, after enjoying a delectable dinner onboard, those who want to be engaged in squid fishing will be provided fishing gears like fishing rods and racquets. Lucky or experiences guest can catch 15 – 20 squids per night. Are you confident with your fishing experience or your luck?

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