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Valentine Cruise (2days/ 1night)

   
10:25' AM - Wednesday, 16/06/2010

The “Valentine”, launched in late 2007, is perfect for those seeking a more exclusive and intimate experience. Valentine 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. Come explorer Halong aboard the Indochinal Sails, and let us meet all your travel needs.

Day 1: Hanoi – Valentine Junk Halong (Lunch/Diner)

We depart from the capital at 8 :30 am for Ha Long Bay approximately three hours away. En route we have a short stop at the Sao Dao center run for and by handicapped children for short break. Upon arrival at Ha Long Bay we will be met by captain and cruise and transferred to Valentine .Welcome on board of the Valentine and set sail through bay while lunch is served. Passage into the magical bay, where thousands of sculpted limestone islands rise from the waves like dragons’ teeth. Opportunity to visit beautiful limestone grotto, go swimming or sunbathing. Enjoy cocktails while watching sunset and later unwind at Valentine restaurant. If weather permits, a short night cruise could bring you a nice discovery of the sea life by night.

8.30. Spend about 3.5 hours sight seeing country Vietnam on the way to Halong city. Arrive at Orchid Pier just before noon.

11.30. Arrive at Bai Chay/Halong pier.

12.15. Transfer by tender to the boat. Welcome drink. Cruise briefing and safety instructions.

12.30. Start cruising on Halong Bay . Cabin check-in.

13.00. Enjoy deluxe Vietnamese and International set-menu lunch.

14.30. Arrive at Titop 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 will be supplied. We will spend about 45 minutes on the island.

15.15. Return to the boat and sail for about 45 minutes to our second stop - the Bat Cave area.

16.00. Arrive at the Bat Cave area. There are two programs to choose from at this time.
Option 1: 40 minute kayaking program to the nearby Bat Cave and lagoon and surrounding waters.

Option 2: Visit the Cua Van floating fishing village, the largest floating fishing village in Halong Bay . There are about 130 floating houses and about 600 people live and work in the village. We will travel to the village on the tender and tour the village for approximately 20 minutes.

17.45. Depart and sail for about 30 minutes to Luon Bo area, where we will anchor for overnight.

19.00. Deluxe Vietnamese & Western Buffet or Set Menu Dinner.

20.30. Evening activities include: film entertainment in the dining room at approximately 21.00, board games and playing cards are available, and massage services are available.
Also at this time we offer, when possible, an excursion to a nearby squid fishing boat. We travel by tender and you will be able to board the boat and see how the local fishermen catch squid and other fish, the excursion lasts about 45 minutes. Availability depends on several prevailing conditions, if available we will inform you after dinner and will depart at 20.30. Cost for the excursion is $10. per person. Please note that those joining will miss the beginning of the movie.

21.00. Happy Hour! Buy one drink - get one free (wine excluded)

23.00. Have a good night.

Day 2 : Valentine Junk Halong Cruise - Hanoi (Breakfast)

Rise to the sound of the ocean welcoming another lovely day. We enjoy sunrise.

06.30. Enjoy Tai Chi on the sundeck.

07.30. Coffee, tea and breakfast pastries served in the dining room.

07.45. Arrive by boat at the Surprise Cave . Optional tour program: prepare for visiting the Surprise Cave or relax onboard the boat.

08.00. Transfer by tender to the Surprise Cave . Tour the cave for approximately 45 minutes.

09.00. Upon return to the boat please check-out of cabins. Please leave heavy luggage outside of the cabins (staff will transfer to the pier).

09.15. Upon return to the boat you will have 30 minutes to freshen up and finish packing. Please remove your belongings from the cabins, you may leave heavy luggage outside of the cabins (staff will transfer directly to the pier). Depart for Bai Chay/Halong pier.

09.30. Enjoy Breakfast Set Menu or Buffet in the dining room. We will settle bills after breakfast. Relax on the sundeck or in the dining room enjoying the bay scenery as we approach the pier.

11.00. Arrive at Bai Chay. Transfer by tender to the pier, relax inside the pier building while waiting for return transfer back to your hotel in Hanoi .Time to say Goodbye. Transfer back to Hanoi.

Tour price for F.I.T (seat-in-coach tour - daily guaranteed departure)

This rate is quoted in USD per Cabin
CRUISE

RATE

1st May - 30 Sept 1st Sep - 31st Dec
Double Cabin
(02 person sharing)
Single Cabin Double Cabin
(02 person sharing)
Single Supplement
Deluxe Valentine 400 310 440 350
Valentine Suites 470 380 580 490
Charter 1800 1950

Daily Departure:

  • Roundtrip Shuttle Bus Service by Valentine Junk from Hanoi: USD 35/ person.
  • Extra Mattress: 35.00USD/person/nigh
  • Pick-up/ Drop-off at your hotel in Hanoi.
  • Departure: 7:45am - 8.00am

Price Included:

  • Welcome Cocktail
  • Cruise Itinerary and Program
  • Entrance and Sightseeing Fees
  • In-house English-speaking Tour Guide
  • Luxury Cabins and Suites with A/C
  • Luxury en-suite Bathroom
  • Asian Lunch and Dinner Buffet
  • Deluxe Vietnamese and International Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Insurance
  • International Breakfast Buffet
  • Meeting Facilities and Equipment (charter only)
  • Taxes and Service Charges

Price Exclude:

  • Transportation by A/C bus Ha Noi - Ha Long - Ha Noi (Shuttle bus or private car)
  • Kayaking on Ha Long bay (25.00USD/double kayak for 02 person/hour)
  • Air fare and Visa arrangement
  • Optional services and excursions, such as massages, beauty services, music performances, fishing and kayaking. Barbeques and other specific wishes can be made on prior request only
  • Drinks, tips and personal expenses
  • Beverages
  • All service non-clearly mentioned in the inclusions list

Child policy:

  • Free of charge for children less than 5 years old (sharing same cabin with parents). No more than 01 child per cabin.
  • Children from 5 to under 11 years old (sharing same cabin with parents) are payable as mentioned in the tariff table below. No more than 01 child per cabin
  • Children having separate cabins pay the same price as adults.

Notes:

  • Times of activities may vary slightly. Itinerary and Program subject to change when necessary.
  • Advanced reservation is required with full passenger details, including Full Name, Date of Birth, Nationality, Passport Number, Visa Expiry Date etc.
  • A valid passport is required upon check-in onboard.
  • 25% surcharges applies for cruises on Christmas, New Year and Tet Holidays
  • Free of Charge for children < 5 years old, sharing fully-paid cabin, limited to one child per cabin
  • Major credit cards are accepted onboard
  • Necessary things to bring: Passport (valid passport is required when check-in), Sunglasses, hat, insect repellent, swimsuits, cash
  • Rates are subjected to changed without prior notice
  • Itinerary is subject to change depending on flights, road condition and room availability
  • As indicated: A/C= Air-conditioning, O/N= Overnight, B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner
  • Normally, our guests do enjoy their trip for 2 days 1 night and 3 days 2 nights. However, sometimes, they choose 4 days 3 nights, 5 days 4 nights itinerary, etc. Kindly contact us if you wish to expand your trip or customize your trip in Halong bay

Other cruise:

Bhaya cruise; Paradise Cruise; Jasmine Cruise; Indochina sails; Violet cruise; Valentine Cruise 3 days; Emeraude cruise; Ginger cruise; Paloma cruise; Emotion cruise; Victori star cruise; Lagoon Explore cruise; Huong Hai Junk; Bai Tho Junk; Halong phoenix cruise; Oriental Sail Junk; White Dolphin cruise; Legend bay cruise; Halong Dolphin cruise; Marguerite junk; Heritage cruise; Poseidol sails cruise; Imperial cruise; Cristina cruise; Prince cruise; Prince junk; Red Dragon junk; Sea wind cruise; Pearly Sea cruise

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