The boat, named Valentine Junk Cruise Halong Vietnam, was dedicated to Valentine's Day, designed to offer a romantic and intimate experience to its guests. Its unique feature is the pair of distinctive orange-yellow sails proudly displaying the name "Valentine's Cruise," ensuring it stands out on its sea voyages.
Launched in June 2010, this two-story vessel boasts a compact design with two cabins. While it may not be the largest 5-star Halong cruise, it is perfectly suited for those seeking a cozy and private getaway with their loved ones. Pioneering small-group travel, Valentine is an ideal choice for those who appreciate a more personalized and intimate experience.
Bed options: 2 single beds
Extra Bed: Yes
Cabin size: 18 m2
Max Adults: 3
Bed options: 1 double bed
Extra Bed: No
Cabin size: 18 m2
Max Adults: 3
At 8am, we will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a popular travel destination in Quảng Ninh Province, Vietnam. The name "Hạ Long" means "descending dragon" in Vietnamese.
At 11:45am to 12:00pm, we will board our boat at Tuan Chau Port where you will enjoy a welcome drink and receive a cruise briefing and safety instructions. Passengers will be treated to a delicious deluxe Vietnamese Set Menu Lunch. After lunch, you may choose to book a massage service in advance with your Cruise Manager and enjoy it throughout the cruise.
We will then cruise through Halong Bay, passing the most beautiful and serene areas including Incense Burner, Dog Stone Islet, Fighting Cock, and Finger Islet. Our next stop is the spectacular Surprise Cave (Hang Sửng Sốt), which is one of the largest and most stunning grottoes in Halong Bay. To reach the mouth of the grotto, we will ascend about a hundred stone steps.
After exploring the Surprise Cave, we will depart and sail for approximately 30 minutes to anchor overnight. During this time, guests can attend the Fruit and Vegetable Carving Lesson led by our Head Chef. Our chef will demonstrate Fruit and Vegetable carving and show guests how to decorate and make some traditional Vietnamese food.
Dinner with fresh seafoods will be served in the evening, and after that, guests can enjoy various activities. Board games like cards or Parcheesi are available, as well as massage service throughout the cruise.
Everyone can also try their luck at squid fishing on the boat with help from the crew.
Overnight on boat.
You may choose to wake up at 6:30am to enjoy coffee, tea, and breakfast pastries served in the dining room. However, this is not mandatory if you prefer to sleep in.
For those who wish to participate, a Tai Chi lesson lasting about 30 minutes will be held on the sundeck at 6:45am.
Guests will then be transferred by tender to Titov Island, where they can spend approximately one hour climbing to the peak to enjoy a stunning 360-degree view of the Bay. An expansive viewing deck is also available halfway up the island for those who prefer not to climb. After the climb, guests can relax on the beach and take a swim.
Once guests return to the boat, they will have 30 minutes to freshen up and finish packing. We kindly ask guests to collect all of their belongings from the cabins and leave heavy luggage outside of the cabins. Our staff will transfer your luggage directly to the pier.
A full breakfast will be served in the dining room, and bills will be settled after breakfast. Guests can then relax on the sundeck or in the dining room, enjoying the beautiful bay scenery as we approach the pier.
We are scheduled to arrive at Tuan Chau port at 11:00am. Guests can then relax inside the pier building while waiting for return transportation.
Please note that the itinerary is subject to change due to weather conditions, tide levels, and operational conditions, and the times provided are approximate and may vary.
Pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi at 8:00 and guide you on the van for a 3-hour trip to Halong.
Board our boat at Tuan Chau Port from 11:45 to 12:00. Enjoy a welcome drink, receive a cruise briefing, and safety instructions.
Indulge in a deluxe Vietnamese set menu lunch as we cruise towards the bay.
Spend the afternoon admiring the karst scenery and experiencing the beauty of Titov Island. You can climb to the peak for a breathtaking 360-degree view of the Bay, relax on the beach, swim, or simply unwind on board.
As the day comes to an end, the boat anchors among the karst formations for the night. Join a Fruit and Vegetable Carving Lesson led by our Head Chef.
After dinner, engage in board games, sip a cocktail at the bar, or try your hand at squid catching with help from the crew.
Overnight on board.
Start your day with a light breakfast in the dining room. Participate in a rejuvenating Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck.
We will then transfer to Lan Ha Bay, formed by the archipelago of Cat Ba Island.
Enjoy kayaking for an hour and a half in the Dark and Bright caves area. A delicious lunch will be served on board around midday. Next, we will head to Ba Trai Dao beaches (Three Peaches Beaches) for a refreshing swim in the crystal-clear water and relax on the beautiful white sandy beach for an hour and fifteen minutes.
The boat will then return to Ha Long Bay for further exploration of the stunning landscapes. We will make a forty-minute stop at the Pearl Farm Exhibition Center and Museum, where you can learn about pearl farming, harvesting, and the business behind it.
Return to the Indochina Sails Boat (A different boat on the first day) by tender and relax onboard as we sail to the overnight anchorage.
Dinner will be served, allowing you to indulge in a delightful meal.
Overnight on board.
What time does Halong cruise start / end?
- The overnight cruise (2 days/1night ; 3 days/2nights) typically commences between 12:00 pm and 13:00 pm from various ports such as Tuan Chau Port, Bai Chay Sungroup Port, Vinashin Hon Gai Port, Cai Lan, or Ben Beo Port (Cat Ba island). It concludes at the port around 11:00 - 11:30 on the last day, and guests are expected to reach their Hanoi hotel by 15:30 - 16:00 in the afternoon.
- For day cruises, there are two time frames:
Morning: 9:00 am - 14:00 pm.
Afternoon: around 12:30 pm - 17:00 pm, with the drop-off time in Hanoi approximately at 20:00.
- Note: If you plan to book a flight on the same day, opt for a domestic flight after 17:00 or an international flight after 18:00.
If the cancellation is announced by the Management Board of Halong Bay, depending on the timing of the cancellation, the following policies will be applied:
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