Sail the mysterious Halong Bay in a deluxe Chinese Junks that has been designed in the tradition of Le Tonkin
Built in June 2007, but based on an exotic oriental junk, Halong Phoenix Cruiser 2 offers the best of both worlds: luxurious, traditional styling paired with sophisticated modern facilities and comforts! The junk features 3 decks designed with Asia Traditional decor. The boat boasts romantic wooden fixtures, a multitude of windows to make the most of the amazing views, and a spectacular upper deck for your total relaxation. From the moment you step onboard the Halong Phoenix Cruiser 2 you will feel pampered.
Boat features
Year in Operation: 2007 Length: 34 m Beam: 7 m Height (with mast): 6.5 m Cabin: 16 superior Generator: 450 KVA Tonnage: 600 tones Cruising Speed: 16 nautical miles/hour Accommodation Halong Phoenix Cruiser 2 boasts a total of 16 superior cabins; with measuring 10m2 for each room; and each cabin also decorated with its own air-conditioned, private ensuite, bar fridge, and rustic rattan furnishings. What sets our rooms apart though is our attention to detail: wooden paneling, crisp white linen, and big colorful 'Dong Ho' folk paintings adorning the walls. All suites have romantic water views, allowing you to enjoy the bay from the privacy and comfort of your own room! 16 superior cabins: 5 double en suites 11 twin en suites
In-Room Amenities: Individual controlled air conditioner; Stocked minibar; In-house phone; Umbrella, rain gears at the reception; Separate glass standing shower cabin; Bathrobe; Shower; Hot water; Hair dryer; Toilet; Life vest; Fire Extinguisher; Smoke Detector
Dinning
Prepare yourself for a total sensory experience! With contains of 35 customers, here customers will be served delicious food as well as enjoying the romantic sight seeing in the bay. The delightful ambience of our dining room is heightened by modern fixtures, panoramic windows, and a well exotic bar together with 2 ranges of sofas offering the total sensory comfort. Let us impress and inspire you with our attention to detail and unparalleled service excellence.
Sundeck & Bar
On the top deck passengers will find the Sunset Bar and a spacious lounge area. This is the ideal place from which to soak up the atmosphere of the bay, perhaps whilst enjoying an exotic cocktail from the bar! What will strike you as you ascend to the top deck is the abundance of exotic palms surrounding the luxurious reclining sun chairs!. We are sure you will be enticed to while away your time here as the boat cruises the bay. For the more
Day 1: Hanoi - Halong Bay
730 to 8h30 AM: We will pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi, leaving for Halong city. Stopover on the way for 15 minutes.
12h00: Board Halong Phoenix Cruise. Lunch is served with a welcome drink while the boat cruises the bay to enjoy the beautiful limestone seascape.
You will see Dog Rock, Incense Burner Rock, as well as Fighting Cock Rock before heading to Sung Sot Cave (Cave of Surprises ). Then, we stopover at a floating house owned by fishermen before kayaking to Luon Cave to enjoy the quiet atmosphere of the bay.
After returning to the boat a fresh fruit platter will be served, and we will anchor in a safe and scenic location for swimming and our overnight stay.
Dinner is served on board and then you have free time to listen to music or relax. Overnight in comfortable cabin of Phoenix Cruise
Day 2: Halong Bay - Hanoi
7h30: Breakfast will be served on the boat, before cruising to another part of Halong Bay where you will view more of the bays spectacular limestone scenery, such as Drum Cave , Man's Head Islet, Turtle Islet and Fairman's Cave.
The junk then heads to Van Gia fishing village- one of the oldest and largest floating villages in Halong Bay .
You will have the opportunity to learn more about the fishermen daily life, before cruising to a beautiful, secluded spot to swim. 11h30: The boat returns to the dock for lunch before returning to Hanoi . 16h00: Trip ends in Hanoi.
Price Per Person (US$) in cabin
Price quoted in US$ nett per person
Cabin Grade
Double/ Twin Sharing
Single Supplement
Deluxe
US$ 105
US$ 55
Trip Included services
Breakfast and accommodation deluxe ensuite twin/double cabin
Pick-ups and transfer by A/C vehicle.
English speaking tour guide.
Entrance fees.
Kayaking, life jacket, water proof bags, complimentary glass of wine, fresh fruit.
Refresher towel.
Meals (as specified in the itinerary).
Trip Excluded services
Daily expenses Soft drinks on the boat
Tip & gratuity to crews and drivers, guides
Personal travel insurance
Other things that not included in the programme
Day 1: Hanoi - Halong Bay
7h30 to 8h30 AM : We will pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi, leaving for Halong city. Stopover on the way for 15 minutes.
12h00: Board Halong Phoenix Cruise. Lunch is served with a welcome drink while the boat cruises the bay to enjoy the beautiful limestone seascape.
You will see Dog Rock, Incense Burner Rock, as well as Fighting Cock Rock before heading to Sung Sot Cave (Cave of Surprises ). Then, we stopover at a floating house owned by fishermen before kayaking to Luon Cave to enjoy the quiet atmosphere of the bay.
After returning to the boat a fresh fruit platter will be served, and we will anchor in a safe and scenic location for swimming and our overnight stay.
Dinner is served on board and then you have free time to listen to music or relax. Overnight in comfortable cabin of Phoenix Cruise
Day 2: Halong Bay - Cat Ba
Option1 (Kayaking): one more night on boat Full day sea kayaking to discover the hidden beauty of Halong Bay . After breakfast, served at around 7.30, kayaking begins. The guide will show you the most beautiful parts of the bay, such as Drum Cave , Man's Head Islet, Turtle Islet and Fairman's Cave before heading to Van Gia fishing village for BBQ lunch and relaxation. You will have an opportunity to understand more about fishermen's daily life in the bay. Afterwards we continue kayaking to the other side of the bay to visit a pearl farm. We return to the mother junk Phoenix at around 16.00 for the second night.
Option 2 (Cat Ba island Discovery)
7.30: Breakfast is served onboard. Afterwards, as the boat heads for the other side of the bay, you will have the opportunity of visiting Van Gia- Halong's largest floating village. We will also visit Monkey Island before arriving at Cat Ba Island for lunch. In the afternoon, you may spend your time relaxing, swimming or sight seeing.
Day 3: Cat Ba - Ha Long – Hanoi
After breakfast, we take a local wooden boat back to the mother junk for our return to Halong City. Enroute there will be time for swimming and ‘arm-chair' exploration of more beautiful limestone islands- have your camera ready for some beautiful shots!
11.30: Halong Phoenix Cruiser arrives at the dock for lunch in an A/C restaurant before returning to Hanoi . Trip ends around 16.00.
Price Per Person (US$) in cabin
Price quoted in US$ nett per person
Cabin Grade
Option 1
Option 2
Single Supplement
Deluxe
US$ 195
US$ 175
US$ 55
Trip Included services
Breakfast and accommodation 2 nights
Pick-ups and transfer by A/C vehicle.
English speaking tour guide.
Entrance fees.
Kayaking, life jacket, water proof bags, complimentary glass of wine, fresh fruit.
