Halong Travel Agent - Tour Operators

(IDD Code: 84-33)

Quảng Ninh Tourism Company Add: Hạ Long Road, Bãi Cháy, Hạ Long City Tel: 846 350 Fax: 846 319

Quảng Ninh Youth Tourist Company Add: Hạ Long Road, Bãi Cháy, Hạ Long City Tel: 846 464 Fax: 845 739 Email: thanhnienqn@hn.vnn.vn

Quảng Ninh Shipchanco Company Add: 3 Hạ Long Road, Hạ Long City Tel: 846 835 Fax: 846 026

Quảng Ninh Import - Export Company Add: 86 Lê Thánh Tông, Hạ Long City Tel: 825 302 Fax: 829 668 Email: vpqunimx@hn.vnn.vn

Duyên Hải Quảng Ninh Tourist Add: Móng Cái Town Tel : 881 742 Fax: 881 742

Tùng Lâm Tourist Centre Add: 86 Lê Thánh Tông St., Hạ Long City Tel: 629 228 - 629828 - 629876 Fax: 829 668 Email: tunglamtour@hn.vnn.vn

Hạ Long Tourist Company Add: 1 Hạ Long Road, Bãi Cháy, Hạ Long City Tel: 846 284 - 846 329 Fax: 846 284 Email: ttdhhd.qn@hn.vnn.vn

Quảng Ninh Shipping Joint - Stock Company Add: 9 Bên Ðoan St., Hạ Long City Tel: 825 407 Fax: 825 022 Email: quinicohip@hn.vnn.vn

Hữu Nghị Tourist Service Company Add: 35 Nguyên Du St., Hạ Long City Tel: 826 378 Fax: 846 985 Email: dlhngquangninh@hn.vnn.vn

Hồng Gai Tourist & Service Company Add: 130 A Lê Thánh Tông, Hạ Long City Tel: 825 898 - 829 718 Fax: 828 537 Email: dlhongaihl@hn.vnn.vn

Móng Cái Tourist Company Add: 1 Hùng Vuong Road, Móng Cái Town Tel: 881 255 Fax :881 942

Quảng Ninh Trade Union Tourist & Service Company Add: Móng Cái Town, Quảng Ninh Tel: 881 165 Fax:882 141

Route 3: Tourist Wharf – Me Cung Cave – Sung Sot Grotto – Ti Tov Beach (7-8 hours).

Mecung Grotto

Situated on Lombo Island, it is 2km away from Sungsot Cave. Access to the entrance of the grotto is on the Catba – Haiphong sea passage. The exit leads to a ‘garden’ area outside the grotto. Mecung is one of grottoes containing archaeological remains of Halong Culture dating from 20,000 years ago. In the entrance, visitors can see, to a thickness of 2 –3 m, cultural deposits of ancient freshwater shells – evidence of the pre-historic people who used to live in the grotto.

Daunguoi Islet

Is 2km away from Sungsot Cave to the southeast and resembles the tall head of a giant, with a large nose, whose chin is pointing down to the water. A stunted grove grows on the top of islet, looking like a tuft of hair blown by the wind.

Trong and Trinhnu caves

These two caves are located on two sides of an arc of small islets, to the east of Bohon Island and are 700m apart through a small sea valley. The entrances of the caves face in opposite directions. Sounds reverberate from one to the other. Stalactites in the caves are strange and attractive and resemble different shapes.

Cuavan Fishing Village on Halong Bay

There are 4 fishing villages in the World Heritage site: Bahang, Cuavan, Vongvieng and Capla with a total of 287 households and 1,283 people of which Cuavan is the largest. This is a habitat that has maintained both a tangible and intangible marine culture. Visiting the village, tourists have a chance to experience the villagers’ daily life as well as the traditional culture and customs of the fishermen, who live in the World Heritage Area of Halong Bay. In the future, a Floating Cultural Center will be established in Cuavan fishing village, which will become an important interface between the Halong people and tourists.

Tienong Cave

Situated to the northwest of Trai Cave, it is 4 –5m above sea level. The entrance is 40m – 50m wide and 10m high. The floor covers 1,000sq. meters strewn with ancient freshwater shells - evidence of prehistoric habitation. Here are the thickest deposits of fresh water shells yet found in Vietnam from pre-historic times. The volume of shells runs to hundreds of cubic meters.

Baham Lake

Situated on Daube Island, 25km. away from Baichay Tourist Wharf in the southwest, the lake is famous for its attractive scenery. There are actually three lakes connected together. Tourists visit these lakes by bamboo boats through low vault like passages with stalactites hanging down. They can observe a diversity of flora and fauna. On the cliff at the entrance, tourists can observe some species of orchid. To paddle by bamboo boats to Baham Lakes takes about 45 minutes. Canoes can be hired (life jackets must be worn.)

Luon Cave

Located to the northeast of Bohon Island, it leads to a calm, blue, closed lake which only opens to the sea via a vault like stone passage, 60 meters long but only 2.5m to 4m high, depending on the level of the tide. It takes 20 minutes to paddle inside by bamboo boats.

Sungsot Cave

- Is located on Bohon Island where there is a group of famous caves, 15km away from Baichay Tourist Wharf. - Sungsot is one of the largest and most beautiful caves in Halong Bay and covers over 10,000sq. meters and is divided into three chambers. Each chamber has its own beauty which surprises tourists, especially the third chamber, which suddenly widens into a large, curved, vault like, monumental palace, with a variety of great sculptural works. In “Halong Tourism”, a book published in 1938 by the French, it was referred to as Surprise Cave’ (Grotto de Surprise).

Titov Island

About 13km away from Baichay Tourist Wharf, this beautiful island has a steep cliff on one side and a gentle sloping side, with an attractive sandy beach, on the other. Its old name was Catnang Island. President Ho Chi Minh and Russian Astronaut, Giecman Titov, visited Halong Bay and stayed on the island in 1962. To celebrate this trip and Viet – Russian friendship, Uncle Ho named this island Ti Tov. Visiting the island, tourists can enjoy a white sandy beach and look over the whole panorama of the Bay from the top of island. They can also take part in various recreational activities and enjoy quality service, for example: go swimming, hire rubber rings and bathing suits, use fresh water showers and purchase refreshments.

Tourist Wharf – Thien Cung Grotto– Dau Go Cave – Dinh Huong Islet – Ga Choi Islet (3-4 hours)

Thiencung Grotto

Is located in the north of Daugo Island, which is visible from the Tourist Wharf and about 4km. away. It is 25m above sea level, covering 3,000sq. meters and is divided into 3 chambers. This is one of the largest and most beautiful grottoes in Halong Bay. Its structure is complex with different levels and chambers, which contain richly ornamented stalactites and stalagmites formed millions of years ago. Visiting Thiencung Grotto, tourists can enjoy interesting stories about the shapes of the stalactites and stalagmites closely connected to the Halong Bay legend of King Dragon. Photography is permitted.

Daugo Cave

Geographical position: Located on Daugo Island, 300m away from Thiencung Grotto, it covers 5,000 sq. meters and is divided into three chambers. It is called “Daugo”, an ancient name, meaning ‘Wooden Stake’. The attractive and significant beauty of the cave is its ancient and mossy appearance. The first vaulted chamber is a large hollow, resembling a beautiful opera chamber, with a harmonious combination of paintings and sculptures. The middle and rear chambers of the cave are full of many blocks of pure stalactites blazed and reflected in the numberless colored rays of the special lighting. In 1957, President Ho Chi Minh visited the cave, and said, “No visitor can convey the beauty of its scenery, so everybody must visit the cave to see its beauty, for himself.”

LuHuong Islet

Located to the southeast of Daugo Island, 5km away from the Tourist Wharf, it looks like an incense burner made of stone, which has grown out of the sea. In the religious beliefs of the Halong fishing villages and the Vietnamese generally, burning incense, when praying to the Godhead, is common. So, Luhuong islet is very close to the local community’s heart.

Gachoi Islet

Located in the southeast of Daugo Island, about 800 meters away from Luhuong Islet, are two small towers, 12m high, which emerge from the sea like two fighting cocks. It is an outstanding feature of Halong Bay and was used as a symbol of Vietnam Tourism in 2000.

saigon tour in one day

HCM01: Saigon - CuChi Tunnels (1D/0N)	42-68 (USD)
Highlights: CuChi Tunnels
Start: Everyday Contact:

Starting around 8.30 in the morning and coming back to Saigon at 1pm, this excursion is highly recommend as it will bring you an insight of how the Vietnamese struggled for the nation's independence.

source from www.vietnamheritages.com

halongbay tour in 1D/1N on board

VHL02: Deluxe Emeraude Cruise (2D/1N)	189-189 (USD)
Highlights: Halong Bay, Emeraude Boat
Start: Everyday Contact:

Day 1: Halong Arrival-Overnight Cruise (Lunch/Dinner)
08.00 : Pickup by private car at your hotel about 8.30. Spend 3 hour sight seeing country Vietnam on the way to Halong city. Arrive at Emeraude Pier just before 12.00 AM.

12.00 - 13.00 Welcome by Emeraude staff and board shuttle boat for chort transfer (approximately 20 minutes) to the Emeraude. Welcome cocktail and check in on board the Emeraude.

13.00 -18.00 The Emeraude Cruise through Halong Bay passing by some of the most scenic locations including Yen Ngua, Con Coc Mountains and a floating village. A Vietnamese buffet lunch is served between 13.00 and 14.30 in the Emeraude restaurant. There is an optional guided visit to Sungsot Grotto (Grotto Surprises), weather and tide permitting. Option of afternoon tea with pasties on the sundeck or in the restaurant and an aperitif before dinner.
18.30 Arrival at Titop Island for overnight on board.
19.00 - 21.00 A Vietnamese buffet dinner is served in the Emeraude dining room. Accomodation and overnight on board the Titop Island, Halong Bay

Day 2 Halong Sunrise Cruise - Departure (Beakfast)
07.00 The Emeraude sets sail once again through the breathtaking scenery of Halong Bay heading for Halong Public Port.
07.00 - 09.00 A European buffet breakfast is served in the Emeraude restaurant
08.30 - 09.30 CHeck out of cabin.
09.30 - 10.00 Transfer by shuttle boat back to Emeraude Pier. Pick up and transfer to your hotel in Hanoi. End trip.

Services Available on board
Massage, two bars, light entertainmant, guided excursion to Sungsot grotto, Tai Chi class, free use of snorkelling equipment

NOTE:
The cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change with or without prior notice.
The following details are required at least one week prior to cruise for advance registration: full name, date of birth, nationality, passport number and dates permitted to stay in Vietnam.
A valid passport is required upon check in on board
Insurance is not included. Clients are recommended to take their own insurance before departure.
Credit cards accepted on board: Amex, Visa and MasterCard.

Including:
Welcome cocktail
Entrance fee to Halong Bay
Cruise through Halong Bay
Accommodation in luxury air-conditioned en-suite cabin
Tax and service charges
Vietnamese buffet lunch and dinner and European breakfast buffet
Two way transfers between Hanoi and Halong by private car.
Foreign management and multilingual crew an service staff

Excluding:
All airfares and transfers
Visa arrangerments
Persional expenses (drinks, extra services and tips)

The History of Emeraude Cruise
In 1910 a paddle steamer called the Emeraude was offering unforgettable cruises in Halong Bay for visitors to what was then French Indochina. The Emeraude was part of a flotilla owned by the Roque family who had left Bordeaux in 1858 in search of adventure and fortune. Over a period of more than 50 years they found both. After several ups and downs including successful trading and timber businesses, near bankruptcy and being taken hostage by pirates, the Roque brothers built Emeraude, Perle, Saphir, Rubis and Onyx to ferry passengers and freight along the waterways of Indochina and cruise on magnificent Halong Bay.Today the Emeraude offers a regular cruise service on board a luxurious replicasteamer with 39 cabins meticulously designed to evoke the nostalgic charm of colonial Indochina.

About Emeraude Cruise
Rooms
Each bespoke cabin exudes warmth and character with high standards of workmanship, distinguished style and impeccable service. With its polished wooden floors and brass fixtures and fittings the Emeraude rooms offer timeless elegance.

Restaurant and Bars
The Emeraude restaurant offers delicious, freshly caught local seafood and other specialities. While enjoying breathtaking views of the bay, passengers can enjoy the simple and honest flavours of traditional fare.

From the sun deck, passengers can enjoy a soothing foot massage while sipping a refreshing cocktail and gazing at the rock formations reflected in the crystal clear water of the bay. The Emeraude huge paddle wheel opens to reveal a swimming deck offering passengers the opportunity to swim in the calm waters of the bay surrounded by the majestic scenery.At dawn, that most magical time as the sun rises, the soft and graceful movements of a tai chi class on the deck complement the atmospheric silence of the bay.

halongbay tour in 3D/2N

VHL06: 2 nights on Dragon's Pearl Boat (3D/2N)	210-210 (USD)
Highlights: Halong Bay, Cruise, Dragon's Pearl Boat
Start: Everyday Contact:

Day 1: Hanoi - Halong ( L,D)

Pick up in Hanoi around 8:00am and drive to Halong by minibus. 11:30am at the habour, our crew will welcome you on Dragon's Pearl Junk. Welcome drinks and lunch with fresh seafood will be served right after. Do some check in formalities, at 13:00pm we star cruising around to see the amazing karsts with different formations: Fighting Cock islet, Gom islet, Ga islet, Human Head islet, Luon cave... and then visit the Amazing cave (Sung sot cave). Continue to Bo Nau cave, Ti Top island, and then there will be time for swimming and sun bathing. Enjoy a great sunset dinner & relax. Over night on Dragon Pearl Junk.

Day 2: Enjoy the beauty of Halong Bay & Exploration ( B,L,D )
Sitting on ther upper deck early risers can enjoy the breathtaking beauty of the rocky Islands rising from the crystal-clear waters of the Bay.The quietness is almost eerie, we can hear birds singing, cicadas chirping ashore and the gentle lapping of the waves against our boat, the perfect soundtrack to accompany the fresh air & gentle breeze. Breakfast at 7:30am

After Breakfast, there are 3 options to choose from this day, start from 8:30am

- Option 1 (Relaxing): After breakfast, take a smaller boat to visit Me Cung cave, to Lan Ha bay, through Ba trai dao islet, Ba Ham lake, swimming at quiet beach, Lunch on the beach or in cave. Then cruise back through Con chim, Dinh Gam islet, Hang Trai island, Con Nha islet, Du cave islet. Dinner & overnight on Dragon's Pearl.

- Option 2 (Trekking in Cat Ba National Park - 3 hours): Trekking in Cat Ba National Park (3 hours trekking). Getting in the off-the-beaten-track Village of Viet Hai on snake trail, you will have chance to see the self-supplied lives of local residents. Walk up the peak of a mountain, you will see the panorama of Halong Bay and Viet Hai Valley in the heart of Cat Ba Park, lunch in fishing village on the way, Getting back Dragon's Pearl Junk for sunset Dinner & overnight.

- Option 3 (Sea Kayak Discovery): First you'll take a basic paddling lesson by our expert on how to paddle safely at your comfort. After that, you will row towards Lan Ha bay through Tra Ngu islet, Ba Trai Dao islet, Ba Ham lake, have lunch on beach or small boat, and then row back Trinh Nu cave through.Con chim, Dinh Gam islet, Hang Trai island, Con Nha islet, Du cave islet, Have Dinner & overnight on Dragon's Pearl Junk.

Day 3: Halong - Hanoi (Brunch)
Enjoy a morning view of Bay's landcapes with a cup of Tea, Coffee, fresh Fruits. From 8.00am. Boat start cruising to Floating Fishing Village and then swim at a quiet place. Farewell brunch buffet at 10:30am to 11:30am we check out at 11:35 and disembark around 12:00 noon and drive back to Hanoi.

Tour includes:
A/c shared van transfer to/from Halong
Guide on board
Full on board meals
Entrance tickets
Accommodation on Dragon's Pearl
Boat trip
Trekking (opt 2), Kayaking (opt 3)

Things to bring
Sun block
Camera + Film
Insect repellent
Original Passport
Wide brim hat
Swimming clothes
Sun glasses

Tour price:
- Option 1: $ US 210 / person (twin sharing)
- Option 2: $ US 230 / person (twin sharing)
- Option 3: $ US 230 / person (twin sharing)
Single supp: + $ US 70

Source from www.vietnamheritages.com

halongbay tour in 2D/1N

VHL05: Cruising on Halong Bay with Dragon's Pearl Boat (2D/1N)	150-290 (USD)
Highlights: Cruising on Dragon Pearl Boat, Halong Bay
Start: Eveday Contact:

Day 1: Hanoi - Ha Long Bay
Pick up from your hotel, you leave Hanoi by private car/van at 8:30am arriving at the jetty around 12:30pm. Our crew welcomes you on board the Dragon PearlCruise, enjoy welcome drink, check-in to your cabin. Lunch with fresh seafood is served at 1:00pm, start a 3.5 hours cruise into mystic Halong Bay to see the amazing karsts with different formations: Mat Qui (Monster's face) islet, But Moc islet, Cap De islet, Trong (Drum) cave, Trinh Nu cave, floating fishing village, with its unique way of life. Then head to Luon cave, enjoy swimming, sun bathing at Ti Top beach or climb the peak of the mountain for a breath-taking panorama view of Halong bay. Enjoy another seafood feast for dinner and for the night owls, there is an option of night fishing.
Meals: (L/D)

Day 2: Ha Long Bay - Hanoi
Rising to the lapping waters of the bay we have time for an early morning dip followed by breakfast. Sitting on the upper deck, you can relax while taking in the breath-taking beauty of the rocky islands rising from the emeraude water of the bay. After breakfast explore Sung Sot cave (8:00 to 9:00), swim and relax at Soi Sim beach. At 9:30 boat starts cruising back to the jetty while brunch is served from 10:30 to 11:30. We continue cruising through the bay, along the way seeing more of the fascinating formations. Checkout is at 11:45. Boat arrive at harbor by 12:00 for the drive back to Hanoi. Drop you at your hotel.
Meals: (B/L/-)

Trip includes:

Transfer in air-conditioned vehicle
Local English speaking guide on boat
Entrance fees
Meals as indicated in itinerary
Tea and coffee on board
Twin share cabin basis with American breakfast
source from www.vietnamheritages.com

halongbay tour in 3D/2N

VHL04: Two Nights on Junk - HaLong Bay (3D/2N)	165-165 (USD)
Highlights: Halong Bay, Kayaking, Fishing, Night Junk
Start: Everyday Contact:

Day 1
12h00 - Hai Long Dream pick up at Halong wharf .
- Check-in board and have lunch on board.
13h00: A fantastic cruise in Ha Long bay to visit Dog island, Incense Urn island, Ga Choi island, Finger island, Hoa Cuong island, Surprise cave and a swim at Titov beach, Luon cave, Tortoise island, Man's head.
18h00: Dinner on board. Overnight on Hai Long junk with fishing.

Day 2
7h00: Wake-up
8h00: Have breakfast.
Visit Ba Ham lake, three peaches beach.
11h00: Have lunch.
Visit Lan Ha bay, pearl keeping area.
18h00: Dinner on board. Overnight on Hai Long junk with fishing.

Day 3
7h00: Wake-up.
8h00: Have breakfast.
Paddle by boat to visit Luon cave, Tortoise island, Man's head island, Bai Tu Long bay, Fire island, Bo Nau island, Mat Quy island, fishing village, Indochina camera.
Have lunch and arrive in Halong wharf
12h00: End the trip.

includes:

Travel insurance

Add on services:
Kayaking.
Party (Buffet) in the cave.
Other services.

Junk info:

The junk was built according to the style of ancient pleasure-boat
Length: 30 m
Width: 7,2 m
Number of rooms: 08 rooms (Double (DBL): 04 rooms, Twin (TWN) : 04 rooms)

Room length 11,50m2, toilet near the room
Dining room: 60m2, the largest number of guests who eat: 35 guests
Sun drying yard: 120 m2
Main engine: YANMAR 110 CV
Speed: 10 – 12 sea miles/h
Electric generator: DANYO 35 KVA super-oundproof 65Dexiben
Servers: 08 persons
Communications: VHF
Hot water pot: 30 litres Ariston
Bidirectional air-conditioner: PANASONIC 9000BTU, 2 wall fans
Bar
Operation: 15/8/2005

02 nights on board.
2 bunk beds with air-conditioner, hot and cold running water, private toilet and there is the courtyard to stay out in the sun Meals as mentioned the Program: 02 breakfasts, 03 lunches and 02 dinners,
English speaking guide. Other languages are available upon request. Excludes:
Personal expenses (laundry, phone calls etc...).
Drinks.
Tips and gratuities.

halongbay tour in 1D/1N

VHL03: Hai Long Junk Overnight (2D/1N)	90-90 (USD)
Highlights: Halong Bay, Kayaking, Fishing, Night Junk
Start: Everyday Contact:

Day 1
12h00: Pick up at Ha Long wharf. Boarding and have lunch on board.
13h00: Visiting Dog Island, Incense Urn Island, Ga Choi Island, Finger Island, Hoa Cuong Island, Sung Sot Cave (big surprised cave) and a swim at Titov Beach.
18h00: Having dinner on board. Overnight on Hai Long junk and fishing.

Day 2
7h30: Morning knock.
8h00: Having breakfast.
9h00: Paddle by boat to visit Luon Cave, Tortoise Island, Man's head Island, Bai Tu Long Bay, Fire Island, Bo Nau Island, Mat Quy Island, fishing village.
11h00: Having lunch and sailing back to at Ha Long wharf.
12h00:End the trip.

Covers:
Travel insurance.
01 night on board.
Room Equipments: 2 bunk beds with air-conditioner, TV with 3 international channels, hot and cold running water, private toilet...and there is the courtyard to stay out in the sun.
Meals as mentioned the Program: 01 breakfast, 02 lunches and 01 dinner, English speaking guide. Other languages are available upon request.

Excludes:

Personal expenses (laundry, phone calls etc...).
Drinks.

Tips and gratuities.

Add on services: Kayaking.
Party (Buffet) in the cave.
Other services

halongbay tour in 1D/0N

VHL01: Full Day Ha Long Exploration (1D/0N) 40-155 (USD) Highlights: Ha Long Bay Start: EVERYDAY Contact:

We start from Hanoi around 7.30 and drive east to Halong Bay. On arrival we get on board for a day of relaxation and surprises as you cruise amongst thousands of small islands and limestone cliffs full of caves and caverns in emerald - green waters. Legend has it that on his flight into the sea, a dragon left this beautiful piece of nature behind. After enjoying a seafood lunch on board, moreover than stop at the Cave of Surprising, you will have a chance to stop for swimming and sun bathing at Titop Islet.. Return in afternoon, we will come back to Hanoi.