Hanoi – Halong Bay – Hanoi One of the great natural wonders of the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Halong Bay covers an area of 1,500 km over which are scattered thousands of limestone islands and grottoes rising from the clear, emerald waters of the Gulf of Bac Bo. Thousands of limestone islands jut out of the sea, sculpted into awe inspiring shapes and surrounded by colourful floating villages; Halong Bay is a truly one of the natural wonders of the world. The perfect way to see this UNESCO World Heritage Site is to spend a night aboard the Emeraude, a replica of one of the grand steamers of the colonial era. The mystical beauty of the bay and its islands is only fully appreciated while cruising among the islands, fjords and inlets. Eat, drink and take romantic walks while cruising amongst the islands. After a night on board wake up to see daylight filtering through the early morning mist and the towering rock formations, leaving a dream-like memory of your visit to Halong Bay. Travel east from Hanoi through the Red River Delta out to the waters of the Gulf of Tonkin where you will board The Emeraude for your overnight cruise. The Emeraude is a luxurious replica of the 1910 paddle steamer of the same name which was offering unforgettable cruises for visitors to what was then French Indochina. Today, the service and ambience reflect the glory of that era as the cabins are meticulously designed to evoke the nostalgic charm of colonial Indochina. With luxurious air-conditioned cabins, a divine restaurant, two bars and a sundeck this is the ultimate Halong Bay experience. Day 1 – Hanoi – Halong Bay (L,D) Depart Hanoi for Halong by road through the rich farmlands of the Red River Delta and the scenery of rice fields, water buffalos and everyday Vietnamese village life. Board The Emeraude and sip on a welcome drink before you begin your cruise through the bay. Feast on a delicious lunch as you cruise among hundreds of islets to discover unspoilt pockets of Halong Bay and visit Sung Sot cave, one of the most imposing grottos of the Bay. Swim or kayak in the turquoise waters or enjoy a Vietnamese cooking demonstration on board the boat. After the sun sets, enjoy a scrumptious international and Vietnamese buffet dinner. The Award Winning film Indochine will be screened on the sundeck should you desire to watch a movie before retiring to your cabin for a good nights sleep. Overnight aboard the Emeraude, Halong Bay. Day 2 – Halong Bay – Hanoi (B) For early risers complimentary tea and coffee are served on the sundeck followed by a Tai Chi class. As you return to Halong City, enjoy a wholesome brunch as your boat weaves through strange-shaped limestone rock formations. ? Arrive back at Emeraude’s exclusive private pier for disembarkation where your driver waits to take you back to your Hanoi. As an optional extra, and according to your flight schedule, your drive back to Hanoi can include various stops in the Red River Delta. Visit one of the oldest pagodas in Vietnam ‘But Thap’, the Bat Trang Pottery village, or a small village where you can watch a traditional water puppet performance. Contact us for further info. Tour Duration: 2 Days / 1 NightTour Operates: Year Round / On DemandTour Price: On request For an accurate quotation please send an Email us Our services include as follows: Private air conditioned vehicle for return transfersHanoi – Halong City. Entrance fees where mentioned Non private boat cruise on Halong Bay from 1200 onday 1 to 1000 on day 2 01 nights’ accommodation on the deluxe Emeraude. Vietnamese buffet lunch and dinner on day 1 & fullAmerican breakfast on day 2. Our services do not include as follows: Drinks, tips and extras. Any service not clearly mentioned in the program. Guide Creating Unique Touring ExperiencesAll the touring itineraries on this website have been carefully crafted by our in-country management teams and represent a series of experiences we can certainly recommend. However, we understand that every travel experience should be as unique and individual as each traveller. Our consultants are waiting to hear from you so that we can tailor or custom design a tour to your individual specifications.
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December 30th, 2009Vietnam Tours Provide Brief Insight about Numerous Tourist Attraction Spots
December 24th, 2009Are you looking for such a destination where you can unwind yourself in the beauty of natural surroundings? If yes, then with Vietnam, which is considered as one of the best travel destinations, your search is over. Vietnam’s culture, numerous religious monuments and sparkling beaches are some of the factors which lure myriad of tourists towards this beautiful place. Exploring Vietnam is an arduous task, especially when you do not have apt knowledge about major attractions of the country. So, assorted below, is a brief gist of some of the major tourist attractions of the country which require to be explored while planning Vietnam tour:Ho Chi Minh CityPopularly known as Saigon, Ho Chi Minh City is one of the most revered Vietnam destinations, visited by innumerable tourists every year. Ho Chi Minh’s mausoleum, museums, vestige, etc are some of the most notable historic figures and places of the city which one must visit while making Vietnam tours. Hanoi CityHanoi, capital and second largest city of Vietnam, is worth exploring destination with your friends and families. One Pillar Pagoda, Temple of Literature (Van Mieu) and Halong Bay are some of the places which are “must-to-explore” while planning Vietnam tour. Temple of Literature represents one of the finest architectural examples of 11th century; similarly, Halong Bay has been declared as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and well-admired worldwide for spectacular sceneries, caves and limestone grottos. Hue CityWhile discovering the beauty of central Vietnam, Hue is one such a city which boasts to offer some of the renewed tourist attraction spots in the form of Huong River, historical buildings like Flag Tower, Royal Citadel, Royal Palace and many more. Tranquil beauty of Vietnam is not limited to historical and architectural buildings. Vietnam tour can be best enjoyed in the surroundings of serene beauty of misty hills, mountainous terrain, etc. Even, while opting for adventurous activities like sea diving, fishing, etc undoubtedly, tourists going to have whale of time of their lifetime. It can be said that Vietnam is trying to wipe out the horrified memories of wars and miseries by offering some of the best places to hang out while making tours to Vietnam. One can explore the internet in order to find out the various kinds of Vietnam tours offered by numerous tour operators.
Lanterns That Cast a Town: Hoi An Vietnam
December 21st, 2009A place so magical would bring you into a calm and serene state. Imagine a wonderful sea of lights that provides glorious pleasure to the human eye. A blanket of peace and a wave of fresh air is what you need these days. A place this pleasant would be so relaxing and satisfying enough to lure you from the busy concepts of the modern world. Hoi An is a small city located on the coast of the South China Sea in Quang Nam Province, Vietnam. Hoi An Vietnam is home to over eighty eight thousand inhabitants. The city, which was a harbor town, was used to be called Lam Ap Pho or Champa City. Between the seventh and tenth centuries, the city controlled the strategic spice trade and with this trade came great wealth for the people. In 1999, the historic town was known as a world heritage site by UNESCO. It is a well-preserved example of the Southeast Asian trading port of the fifteenth to nineteenth centuries. The buildings displaying unique blends of foreign influences made Hoi An one of the world’s existing treasures. There are so many interesting things to see in Hoi An Vietnam. One historical site is the Japanese covered bridge that was constructed in the 1600’s by the Japanese community. Another wonderful site to see in Hoi An is the Quan Cong Temple which was built on 1653 to honor a Chinese general of the same name. Some must-sees in Hoi An Vietnam would be the Museum of Trade Ceramics, the Phun Hung house, the Tan Ky house, the Tran family home and chapel, the Cantonese Assembly Hall, the Fukian Assembly Hall, the Chinese All-community meeting Hall, Cua Dai beach and My Son. Among these many historic places in Hoi An Vietnam exists an experience worth remembering. By spending a night in Hoi An, during their famous Full Moon Festival, your mind would be at complete tranquil. What make nights in Hoi An special are its lanterns which make the sky an eternity of wonder. Every month, 14 days after the new moon, the old town becomes even more charming when its residents and shop owners turn off their electricity and hang lighted lanterns in front of their houses and stores. To blend in with the store lanterns a procession of small floats winds its way through the streets and along the riverfront by candle light. Lantern nights in Hoi An are breathtaking events you should witness. The history of the lanterns was influenced by Japanese merchants during the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. These merchants often hung lanterns along the poles in front of their houses. Because of this, locals also began hanging lanterns with hopes of bringing good luck to the town. For many years, these traditional colored lanterns have captivated visitors in Hoi An Vietnam. The lanterns are one of the many reasons why foreigners often want to travel here. These lanterns not only pose for the night but they also carry distinctive cultural values of the town. Travelling to this enchanting city would be a perfect vacation deal.
