INDOCHINA SAILS JUNK IN HA LONG BAY ( Valentine Cruise) Option 1: Two-Day Cruise PackageINDOCHINA SAILS JUNK IN HA LONG BAY ( Valentine Cruise) Option 1: Two-Day Cruise Package

INDOCHINA SAILS JUNK IN HA LONG BAY
( Valentine Cruise)

Option 1: Two-Day Cruise Package

Day 1: Hanoi - Ha Long Cruise (L, D)
08:00: Pick up at your hotel in Hanoi and drive to Ha Long bay through scenic countryside areas.
11:30 Arrive at Bai Chay/ Ha Long pier.
12:15 Transfer by tender to the boat – enjoy Welcome Drink, receive cruise briefing and safety instructions
12:30 Depart by boat to Ha Long Bay - start cruise and check-in to cabins 13:00 Lunch - deluxe Vietnamese and International Set Menu. Massage service available beginning after lunch and throughout the cruise. Please book in advance with your Cruise Manager.
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 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.
One option is a 40 minute kayaking program to the nearby Bat Cave and lagoon and surrounding waters. Kayaking is $10 per person unless already booked as part of your package. Water is supplied.
The second option is to visit the largest floating fishing village in Ha Long Bay. 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 Dinner - deluxe Vietnamese & Western Buffet or Set Menu Dinner.
20:30 Evening activities include: film entertainment in the dining room at approximately 9:00, board games and playing cards are available, and massage services are available. We also offer Squid fishing on the Boat or on the Tender.
21:00 – 23:00 Happy Hour! Buy one drink - get one free (wine excluded).
23.00 End of program for Day One
Day 2 : Ha Long Bay - Hanoi (B)
6:30 Enjoy Tai Chi on the sundeck.
7:30 Coffee, tea and breakfast pastries served in the dining room.
7:45 Arrive by boat at the Surprise Cave - Optional tour program: prepare for visiting the Surprise Cave OR relax onboard the boat. Massage service is available.
8:00 Transfer by tender to the Surprise Cave. Tour the cave for approximately 45 minutes. 9:00 Upon return to the boat you will have 30 minutes to freshen up, finish packing and check-out of cabins. Please leave heavy luggage outside of the cabins (staff will transfer directly to the pier). Depart for Bai Chay/Ha Long pier.
9:30 Enjoy Breakfast Set Menu or Buffet served in the dining room. Settle bills in the dining room after breakfast.
10:00 Relax on the sundeck or in the dining room and enjoy the bay scenery as we approach the pier. 11:00 Arrive at Bai Chay/Ha Long pier. Transfer by tender to the pier, relax inside the pier building while waiting for return transportation.

Option 2: Three-Day Cruise Package

Day 1: Hanoi - Ha Long Bay (L, D)
08:00: Pick up at your hotel in Hanoi and drive to Ha Long bay through scenic countryside areas.
11:30 Arrive at Bai Chay/Ha Long pier. 12:15 Transfer by tender to the Indochina Sails boat – enjoy Welcome Drink. Receive cruise briefing and safety instructions.
12:30 Depart by boat to Ha Long Bay - start cruise and check-in to cabins.
13:00 Lunch - enjoy deluxe Vietnamese and International Set Menu. Massage service is available beginning after lunch and throughout the cruise. Please book in advance with your Cruise Manager.
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 supplied. We will spend about 45 minutes on the island.
15.15 Transfer back to the boat and sail for approximately 45 minutes to our second destination - the Bat Cave area.
16.00 Arrive at the Bat Cave area. There are two programs to choose from at this time.
One option is a 40 minute kayaking program to the nearby Bat Cave and lagoon and surrounding waters. Water is supplied.
The second option is to visit the Cua Van floating fishing village, the largest floating fishing village in Ha Long 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 Dinner - deluxe Vietnamese & Western Buffet or Set Menu Dinner.
20:30 Evening activities include: film entertainment in the dining room at approximately 9:00, board games and playing cards are available, and massage services are available. We also offer Squid fishing on the Boat or on the Tender. 21:00 – 23:00 Happy Hour! Buy one drink - get one free (wine excluded).
23.00 End of program for Day One
Day 2: Ha Long Discovery (B, L, D)
6:45 Coffee, tea and breakfast pastries served in the dining room.
7:00 Enjoy Tai Chi instruction on the sundeck (duration about 30 minutes).
7:45 Enjoy Breakfast served in the dining room.
8:30 Transfer by tender to the “Day Boat” and begin to cruise to some of Halong Bay’s more untouched locales. Exact locations depend on tide conditions. Enjoy a leisurely day of kayaking and swimming. A multi-course lunch will be served mid-day. Pack lightly; swimwear and set of dry clothes and there may be some walking through shallow water and on slippery rocks so appropriate shoes for this (you may bring the sandals provided in your cabins).
16:00 Return by tender to the Indochina Sails boat.
17:45 Food carving demonstration in the dining room.
18:30 Arrive at Luon Bo area - anchor for overnight.
19:00 Deluxe Vietnamese and Western Buffet or Set Menu Dinner.
20:30 Evening activities include: squid fishing from the boat, film entertainment in the dining room at approximately 21:00, board games and playing cards are available, and massage services are available.
21:00 – 23:00 Happy Hour! Buy one - Get one free (all beverages except wine by the bottle).
23.00 End of program for Day Two

Day 3:  Ha Long Bay - Return to Hanoi (B)
6:30 Enjoy Tai Chi instruction on the sundeck (duration about 60 minutes).
7:30 Coffee, tea and breakfast pastries served in the dining room.
7:45 Arrive by boat at the Surprise Cave - Optional tour program: prepare for visiting the Surprise Cave OR relax onboard the boat. Massage service is available.
8:00 Transfer by tender to the Surprise Cave. Walk up the 100 steps to the entrance of the cave and tour on foot for approximately 45 minutes.
9:00 Upon return to the boat you will have 30 minutes to freshen up, finish packing and check-out of cabins. Please leave heavy luggage outside of the cabins (staff will transfer directly to the pier). Depart for Bai Chay/Ha Long pier.
9:30 Enjoy Breakfast Set Menu or Buffet served in the dining room. Settle bills in the dining room after breakfast. 10:00 Relax on the sundeck or in the dining room and enjoy the bay scenery as we approach the pier.
10:45 Arrive at Bai Chay/Ha Long pier.
11:00 Transfer by tender to the pier, relax inside the pier building while waiting for return transportation. Farewell and End of Cruise

As indicated: (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)

Rules for kid:
The FOC Rate for children under 5 years old is applicable for 1 (one) child sharing a cabin with 2 (two) adults The Child Rate for children from 5 to 12 years old is applicable for 1 (one) child sharing a cabin with 2 (two) adults
Only 1 (one) child under 5 years traveling with 2 (two) adults is allowed for FOC per group

All rates are in US dollars per person

Cabin Grade	Summer Promotion May 1st - Sep 30th, 2010			High Season Jan 1st - April 30th, 2010 Oct 1st - Dec 31st, 2010
	Single	Double	Children 5-12	Single	Double	Children 5-12
Option 1: TWO-DAY PROGRAM PACKAGE RATES (Price per person in US dollars)
Superior	215	123	70	250	145	80
Deluxe Indochina	250	143	70	290	173	80
Indochina Suite/ Deluxe Valentine	290	168	80	330	190	100
Valentine Suite	360	198	130	460	263	150
Option 2: THREE-DAY PROGRAM PACKAGE RATES (Price per person in US dollars)
Superior	385	220	110	475	263	130
Deluxe Indochina	415	230	110	495	275	130
Indochina Suite/ Deluxe Valentine	495	270	140	550	315	170
Valentine Suite	555	313	190	715	400	210
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Peak Season Surcharge: 25% surcharges apply for cruises on Christmas's Eve (24/12), New Year's Eve (31/12) and  Lunar New Year (13/02)

Price Include:
Welcome Drink
Cruise Itinerary and Program
Entrance and Sightseeing Fees
In-house English-speaking Tour Guide
Luxurious Cabins with A/C and en-suite Bathrooms
Deluxe Vietnamese and International Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Insurance Taxes and Service Charges

Price exclude:
Transfers Hanoi - Ha Long - Hanoi.
Visa Arrangements
Beauty Spa Services and Massage
Kayaking (2 days/1 night)
Beverages, Tips Personal Expenses
All other services not clearly mentioned as included

Supplement Services:
 Extra mattress : US$ 30.00/night
 Shuttle bus Hanoi - Ha Long - Hanoi: US$ 25.00/ADULT/return - US$ 12.00/kid/return ( under 12 years old )
 Kayaking: US$ 15.00/double kayak/2 pax/ 1 hour or US$ 30.00/double kayak ( no limited time)

What to bring: Original passport, swimming suites, sun glasses, insect repellent

 NOTES:
 Cruise Itinerary and Program may be subject at anytime without prior notice  Advanced reservation is required by providing full passenger details in prescribed standard format, including: Full Name, Date of Birth, Nationality, Passport Number, Visa Expiry Date etc.
A valid passport is required upon check-in onboard.
Major credit cards are accepted onboard

The rate may be changed without prior notice if there is a market fluctuation relating petrol, food and goods or ticket price.

These rates are available only for bookings made with hotels-in-vietnam.com and NOT available from the junk/cruise directly

Rate this cruise.Our Junks, are built in Vietnam, utilizing local materials and the handiwork of skilled shipbuilders, craftsmen and artists. As in the days of old they are built entirely of wood. The wood featured in the interiors is called “go huong”, which translates as aromatic wood, it is a highly durable and beautifully grained wood which adds to the rich and warm character of the boats.
Each of our boats features spacious, well-appointed cabins and suites with large ensuite marble bathrooms, a large sundeck with comfortable lounging furniture and an elegant dining room and bar. We have designed and fitted our boats to international standards while maintaining traditional Chinese Junk styling, creating the perfect balance of modern comforts and nostalgic ambiance.
The Indo 1 and Indo 2 are identical boats and were both launched in 2007. Each comprises 15 cabins (Superior and Deluxe Cabins). The deluxe cabins are are a bit larger and feature rainfall showers and are all situated on the second decks of the boats.
Our newest boat, the Indo 3, launched in late 2008, also features ceramic artworks handcrafted in Bat Trang, well known as the home of the country’s most talented ceramic craftsmen. All of our boats are decorated with silk from Van Phuc, the “Silk Village”.
Our smaller boat, 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 with Jacuzzis.
Dining Room and Bar: Our dining rooms offer a comfortable and romantic setting, with large panoramic windows from which to take in the beauty of the bay while enjoying Vietnamese cuisine at its best. The cozy bars offer a selection of Aperitifs, Spirits, Cocktails, beer and a selection of fine wines from around the world.
Food: Our experienced chefs provide a varied selection of Vietnamese and International cuisine including fresh local seafood, all carefully prepared and presented. Services: Our staff are trained to provide the best possible service to our passengers at all times. The relaxed and welcoming manner of our hospitality creates an atmosphere in which our guests feel that they are at home away from home