Itinerary to non-touristy Halong bay and new beach. Diner on caves is available on request. A great way to see spectacular Halong Bay is on a slow cruise through the seemingly never-ending bay of islands. Lay in the sun, enjoy a selection of the freshest seafood, and capture photograph after photograph.
On First Choice Red Dragon traditional junk, we aim to get off the beaten track but still at as leisurely pace. The size of the new boat will allow the passengers to get much closer to Halong Bay’s natural wonders, pocket lagoons, and its small fishing communities.

Day 1: Hanoi- Hon Gai- Halong ( L/ D)

07.45 Pick up at your hotel in Hanoi by car/ bus. Drive to Halong. Stopover on the way.

12.00 Embark at Hon Gai International harbor

13.00 Check-in, enjoy welcome drink & cruise briefing

13.30 Have lunch while cruising to magnificent Bai Tu Long Bay, admiring by the fascinating formations of the Bay

15.00 Enjoy swimming in the crystal water.

15.40 Explore the well-hidden Thien Canh Son Cave

16.45 Short cruise to Hon Co island where you can enjoy relaxing on white sandy beach, swimming or kayaking.

18.00 Back to junk for relaxing.

19.00 Have dinner and overnight on board Red Dragon Cruise.

Day 2: Bai Tu Long Bay cruising- Hanoi ( Breakfast / Lunch).

7.30 Morning view of Bay’s landscape with cup of tea or coffee. Have breakfast in the fresh air

08.30 Visit Vung Vieng fishing village by a rustic row-boat, meet the local people and pass through the floating

school and fish farms.

09.30 More time for swimming in the middle of the bay.

10.00 Start cruising towards the harbor while an A la carte lunch is served.

11.45 Disembark. Farewell.

15.45 Arrive in Hanoi. Trip ends. First Choice hopes to serve you next time!

Note:
- Rate in USD per person. This discount rate is only available for direct bookings with First Choice
- Charter rate: for a private tour, rent the whole crewed boat
- Shared rate: 2 persons share 1 cabin, joinning with independent travellers from all over the world

Child policy:
+ Child under 3 years old, sharing fully paid cabin with parents: Free of charge, maximum one child per cabin.
+ Child from 3 to 12 years old, sharing fully paid cabin with parents:
- Share option: 1/2 adult price, maximum one child per cabin
- Charter option: full price as an adult

Includes:
- Transfer Hanoi- Halong- Hanoi
- Cruise
- Entrance fees
- 2 lunches, 1 diner, 1 breakfast
- Guide on board
- Insurance on board
- Welcome drink

Excludes:
- Drink
- Hotel
- Airport transfer

Information required: full name, date of birth, nationality, passport number, VN visa expiry date, Hanoi hotel address.

What to bring: Passport, towels, swimsuits, toiletries, change of clothes, sunblock, sunglasses & hat, insect repellent, flash lights