Day 1: Halong Bay Cruise
We depart Hanoi and drive by private coach to Halong City, passing verdant farmland and witness the daily life of the local peasant farmers. We arrive in Halong at noon, board the boat and enjoy lunch, including fresh seafood, as we embark on a four-hour cruise into the Bay of the Descending Dragon. We stop to explore one of the many expansive grottoes here then continue cruising to a quiet lagoon. There will be lots of time for swimming and sun bathing. Later we enjoy a great sunset dinner and relax under the starlit sky before retiring to the comfort of the cabin. Overnight aboard the boat.

Day 2: Halong Bay Sea Kayaking
After breakfast we cruise to our island base camp. We have a basic skills lesson from our expert guide on paddling and safety, then start kayaking the Holy Bay. Exploring at our own pace, our guide will lead us to one of the many grottoes and you’ll paddle through the cave into its lush lagoon. Later, we stop to relax at some of the many secluded beaches then make your way back to base camp and enjoy a fresh water shower. We may have time to relax on the beach before dinner, and there’s always time for a swim! After a great dinner of Vietnamese food, lay back on the beach and enjoy the serenity of this peaceful place before heading to the cozy hut.

Day 3: Halong Bay - Hanoi
After breakfast at the base camp, we transfer back to the boat and continue cruising around the bay, passing Cua Van floating village to witness this unique way of life. At lunchtime, we arrive at the pier in Halong city where you’ll enjoy a lunch of Vietnamese food and live traditional music in a seaside restaurant. We return to Hanoi, arriving in the late afternoon. Overnight in hotel.