Day 1: Hanoi - Halong Bay
At 8:30am pick you up at your hotel to star the trip and driving 3 hours to Halong city, 12:30pm Enjoy a warm welcome aboard Halong Violet Junk, and sit back and drink in the spectacular vista during our passage into this magical bay. Once lunch has been served and taste buds and tummies thoroughly satisfied, we weigh anchor near a secluded beach. Take a short trek to a nearby summit to enjoy the panoramic view of the bay with Violets golden sails arcing elegantly against the skyline before splashing down for a swim, or recline on Violets wicker sun loungers on our expansive wooden sundeck. Meals: Lunch, dinner
Day 2: Halong Bay - Hanoi
Greet the day with a morning Tai Chi exercise with an opportunity to view the sunrise over the bay. After breakfast, visit beautiful limestone grotto then back to the boat for a final glimpse of the Halong Bay while cruising back to the dock. Car is awaiting for you there and transfer you back to your hotel or residence in Hanoi. End of trip at 4 pm. Meals: Brunch
Launched on November 2009, our newest five star junk - the Halong Violet - fitted out in the 1930’s Indochine style. It featured a boutique dinning room, library & lounge, Spa & Gym and 6 individual theme cabins with marble bathroom, jacuzzi & balcony. The junk also cruise its own way away from the crowd to untouched areas of the bay.
Accommodation
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Entertain lavishly in a 43 sqm suite offering elegant Indochina 1930 decor featuring warm, exotic woods, fabrics and hand painted walls &ceiling. Exclusive amenities include plush king bedroom with private balcony & jacuzzi on upper deck.
04 Violet Suites: Dragon, Phoenix, Moon and Cloud with amenities: LCD TV and full HD; Jacuzzi tub; Air - conditioner; In house phone; Deluxe amenities; Private balcony; Linen bedding; Glass standing shower; Mini bar; Wardrobe; Cotton bath robe
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Large, gracious balcony allows streams of light into an airy 36 sqm room featuring elegant furnishings and rich decor. Meticulous attention to detail is reflected in a plush king bed and Italian marble bath featuring walk-in shower and bath tub with LCD TV & DVD.
02 Violet Deluxe: Mountain & Water. Both on main deck with: LCD TV and full HD; Jacuzzi tub; Air - conditioner; In house phone; Deluxe amenities; Private balcony; Linen bedding; Glass standing shower; Mini bar; Wardrobe; Cotton bath robe
Public Area
Enjoy day-catch seafood or Vietnamese fusion cuisine in a spacious boutique dining room, indulge yourself with glass of champagne watching the sunset over bay or just relax with gentle pampering in Violet spa after exercise in the Violet gym. Halong Violet is the ideal place for honeymooners, small family or couples of friends who want to discover an exotic areas while still enjoy the elegant comfort.
Life on Boad
Activities:
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Beach visit: Opportunity to get to a beach, swimming or hike up for a nice bay view
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Fishing village visit: Visit the floating village in the afternoon with exciting way of life
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Grotto visit: Visit nice cave with amazing stalactite and stalagmite
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Sunrise Tai Chi: Greet the day with a morning Tai Chi class, - weather permitting - on the open-air sundeck.
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Upon request:
Kayaking: Explore the bay’s uninhabited islands and sea caverns in our imported Canadian Seaward kayaks.
Cooking classes: Learn more about the ingredients and techniques used to create mouth watering Vietnamese dishes.
Wine tasting: Indulge yourself while sampling fine wines from our extensive selection.
Wedding parties: Celebrate in style, specially designed itinerary for the ideal place to say “I do”.
Dinning & Entertainment:
Enjoy reading on sundeck lounge chairs with the light breeze and spectacular bay view, relax at our cozy bar for a glass of champagne while having an opportunity talking to our friendly staff or listening to romantic background music. A pleasant ambiance, attentive staff and great views make our restaurant the perfect place to sample the exotic delights of Vietnamese cuisine. Guests can look forward to lavish international brunch, casual, sit-down lunches of Vietnamese dishes, and formal dinners with delectable cuisine.
Events: Upon request!
Excite with team building activities, enjoy theme night party on a beautiful beach or uniquely experience dinner inside a grotto while watching a fashion show or a modern jazz band on board...Cruise Halong offers more opportunities for our guests to combine the World Heritage visit with local cultural activities in its unique way.