Halong Phoenix Cruiser
About This Cruise
Luon Cave – Titop Island – Trong Cave – Fairy Cave – Pearl Farm – Sung Sot Cave
Halong Phoenix Cruiser launched its first junk boat in 2008 with 10 cabins. The second cruiser that has 14 cabins started its career in 2011. We are happy and proud to launch our high-end day cruise in early summer 2012. Owning our boats allows us to be in control of operations, quality and safety.
Halong Phoenix Cruiser is more than concerned about protecting the natural beauty of the bay as well as the culture of its inhabitants. We intend to minimize the negative impact of tourism while maximizing its positive impact. Waste management, garbage collecting, as well as education regarding improving the environmental awareness are essential to us. From the perspective of protection and management requirements, Halong Phoenix Cruiser is glad that Halong bay has become a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Halong Phoenix Cruiser is an award-winning tour operator. For 8 years in a row, from 2009 to 2017, we won The Guide’s “best tourism products and services” award. Our quality of services, of catering, of our cruiser facilities, and of our Halong tour itineraries are consistently recognized by both voters and customers.
Cruise Itinerary
Halong Bay – Luon Cave – Titop Island – Sung Sot Cave
Day 01: Hanoi – Halong Bay – Luon Cave – Titop Island
12:00 – 12:30: At Tuan Chau International Marina, a tender boat will take you to our Halong Phoenix Cruiser. A refreshing welcome drink is served and you can check into your cabin.
13:00: When you are putting all of your stuffs into your cabin, our boat starts gliding out to the center of the World Heritage Site. Your lunch, at the boat’s restaurant, it would be served with fresh local seafood, but vegetable menu is always available at your request. From the marina area, our cruiser passes by Dog Head and Swan Islands, Ba Hang Floating villages (with floating houses), Incense Burner then Thumb Islands before reaching to Luon cave area for kayaking.
14:30 – 15:00: We have time to gear up for one-hour kayaking around Luon cave area. Our guide will show you some basic safety guidelines and techniques to paddle before helping you to sit on our brand new sit-on-top kayaks. After that our boat will help you visit Titop Island for one hour for swimming, sun-bathing or getting a panoramic view of Island peak.
17:00: As the sun sets over the bay, we head back to our cruise and relax. Coffee, tea and fruits will be available on the sundeck or you can order your favorite drink while our boat cruises to the night’s anchorage area.
19:00: Dinner will be served with local seafood. After dinner, you may choose to enjoy drinks from the bar or top deck or experience squid fishing before retiring.
Day 02: Sung Sot Cave – Halong Bay – Hanoi
07:00 – 07:45: Enjoy the morning view of the beautiful landscape with a cup of coffee or tea. Have breakfast in the fresh air.
08:00 – 09:00: You will visit the impressive Cave of Halong Bay – Sung Sot Cave with your tour guide, a truly awesome and amazing cave to experience.
10:00: Check out of your cabin and settle your bill as our boat begins cruising back to the harbor. Experience more views of Halong Bay such as Fighting Cocks Island (Symbol of Halong Bay), Incense Burner and Stone Dogs Islands.
10:20: A cooking demonstration onboard shows you how to make authentic Vietnamese Spring rolls. You will learn about the recipes and techniques that create this popular dish of Vietnamese people.
10:45: Lunch is served on board during cruising towards the harbor.
11:20: Depart the Halong Phoenix Cruiser and travel by tender boat back to Tuan Chau International Marina for your return journey to Hanoi. Arrive at your hotel around 17:00
Inclusion of
- Guiding services provided by professional English speaking guide
- All entrance fees
- International standard sit-on-top kayak
- Kayaking instructions by our kayaking expert guide
- Bamboo boat trip
- Spring rolls making demonstration on boat
- Drinking water in cabin (2 bottles)
- Meals as indicated
Exclusion of
- Personal drink orders from our bar
- Personal expenses and other things not clearly mentioned in the included list
- Transfer to/from your hotel
Halong Bay – Luon Cave – Titop Island – Trong Cave – Fairy Cave – Pearl Farm – Sung Sot Cave
Day 01: Hanoi – Halong Bay – Luon cave – Titop Island
12:00 – 12:30: At Tuan Chau International Marina, a tender boat will take you to our Halong Phoenix Cruiser. A refreshing welcome drink is served and you can check into your cabin.
13:00: When you are putting all of your stuffs into your cabin, our boat starts gliding out to the center of the World Heritage Site. Your lunch, at the boat’s restaurant, it would be served with fresh local seafood, but vegetable menu is always available at your request. From the marina area, our cruiser passes by Dog Head and Swan Islands, Ba Hang Floating villages (with floating houses), Incense Burner then Thumb Islands before reaching to Luon cave area for kayaking.
14:30 – 15:00: We have time to gear up for one-hour kayaking around Luon cave area. Our guide will show you some basic safety guidelines and techniques to paddle before helping you to sit on our brand new sit-on-top kayaks. After that our boat will help you visit Titop Island for one hour for swimming, sun-bathing or getting a panoramic view of Island peak.
17:00: As the sun sets over the bay, we head back to our cruise and relax. Coffee, tea and fruits will be available on the sundeck or you can order your favorite drink while our boat cruises to the night’s anchorage area.
19:00: Dinner will be served with local seafood. After dinner, you may choose to enjoy drinks from the bar or top deck or experience squid fishing before retiring
Day 02: Trong Cave – Fairy Lake – Pearl Farm
07:00 – 07:45: Enjoy the morning view of the beautiful landscape with a cup of coffee or tea. Have breakfast in the fresh air.
08:30 – 11:30: Leave the Halong Phoenix Cruiser on a smaller boat and cruise to the Head islet and Fairy Lake. Boat stop at Trong cave where you will do kayaking and explore the pure water there. Optional ( based on the operation and weather conditions): Visiting Trong Cave, another famous Cave with perfect space to organize wedding anniversary and birthday party in a cozy ambiance
12:00: A fresh seafood lunch is served on the support boat.
13:15: Boat will take you to the Pearl farm where you can learn the process of cultured pearls.
16:30: You will be back to cruise. Halong Phoenix cruiser is waiting for you at Titop island to welcome you on board.
17:00: Enjoy drinks, fresh fruits on the top deck and relaxing while the sun sets
19:00: Dinner will be served with local seafood. After dinner you may choose to enjoy drinks from the bar or top deck or experience squid fishing before retiring.
Day 03: Sung Sot Cave – Halong Bay – Hanoi
07:00 – 07:45: Enjoy the morning view of the beautiful landscape with a cup of coffee or tea. Have breakfast in the fresh air.
08:00 – 09:00: You will visit the impressive Cave of Halong Bay – Sung Sot with your tour guide, a truly awesome and amazing cave to experience.
10:00: Check out of your cabin and settle your bill as our boat begins cruising back to the harbor. Experience more views of Halong Bay such as Fighting Cocks Island (Symbol of Halong Bay), Incense Burner and Stone Dogs Islands.
10:20: A cooking demonstration onboard shows you how to make authentic Vietnamese Spring rolls. You will learn about the recipes and techniques that create this popular dish of Vietnamese people.
10:45: Lunch is served on board during cruising towards the harbor.
11:20: Depart the Halong Phoenix Cruiser and travel by tender boat back to Tuan Chau International Marina where you then board the bus Hanoi. Arrive at your hotel around 17:00
Inclusion of
- Guiding services provided by professional English speaking guide
- All entrance fees
- International standard sit-on-top kayak
- Kayaking instructions by our kayaking expert guide
- OR Bamboo boat trip
- Spring rolls making demonstration on boat
- Drinking water in cabin (2 bottles)
- Meals as indicated
Exclusion of
- Personal drink orders from our bar
- Personal expenses and other things not clearly mentioned in the included list
- Transfer to/from your hotel.
Stateroom:
Cabin Amenities:
- Non-smoking cabins with air-conditioning
- Large winder overlooking the bay
- Luxury en-suite bathroom, standing shower with hot water
- Daily complimentary water bottles
- Toilet, Hairdryer, Wooden Hanger and Slippers
- Fire pump, smoke detector, hammer and fire extinguisher
Fleet Launch:
- Number of cabins: 10 – 14
- Capacity: 20 – 30 passengers
Facilities:
- Restaurant, Bar and Sundeck
- Meeting Facilities & Equipment (charter only)
- Special Theme Cruise (charter only)
- Leisure Activities (charter only)
- Safety Facilities & Equipment
Food & Dining:
Located in the bow of the junk, with an area for check-in/out, Halong Phoenix restaurant is designed to serve 36 customers with separate tables and chair carved with precious wood. Customers will be served with delicious food as well as romantic sightseeing in the bay cuisines offered on board with traditional Vietnamese cuisines.
Bars in the dining room and on the sundeck ensure satisfaction for every thirst. A lengthy wine list caters to all tastes. Cocktail beg to be drunk on the deck at sunset as canapes are served
Activities
- Swimming
- Kayaking
- Squid fishing
- Visiting fishing village
- Vietnamese cooking demonstration