Overview

Fitted out in the 1930's Indochine style, the Halong Jasmine will feature 22 spacious cabin, restaurant, lounge and two special Jasmine Suites with their own jacuzzi & balcony for uninterrupted views of the bay.

A lengthy 55 meters from bow to stern and measuring an impressive 11 meters wide, Halong Jasmine can accommodate 80 passengers at any one time across four luxurious decks, with an overnight capacity of 48. The attention to detail and quality of design is apparent in every inch of this newly-built junk, artfully marrying space, rich 1930s Indochina-style wooden décor and exquisite ornamentation throughout its air-conditioned bedrooms, restaurant, bars and communal spaces.

Restaurant:
Whether you want to throw a BBQ party on the Jasmine terrace, enjoy an intimate candle-lit dinner in the Jasmine restaurant, or just find a quiet nook to relax and unwind, Halong Jasmine is the perfect way to enjoy the bay. 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.
Activities:
•    Beach visit: Opportunity to get to a beach, swimming or hike up for a nice bay view
•    Fishing village visit: Visit the floating village in the afternoon with exciting way of life
•    Grotto visit: Visit nice cave with amazing stalactite and stalagmite
•    Sunrise Tai Chi: Greet the day with a morning Tai Chi class, - weather permitting - on the open-air sundeck.

Services 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”.

Itinerary

Option 1: Discover Halong Bay for 2 days

Tour Map: Hanoi – Halong Habour – Cua Van fishing village -  Halong Bay - Sung Sot cave – Halong Habour – Hanoi.
Day 1: Hanoi - Halong (180km) (L/D)

08.30 Depart from Hanoi by a 3,5hour driving to Halong.
11.30: Enjoy a warm welcome aboard the Halong Jasmine, 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 of Titov.
Take a short trek to a nearby summit to enjoy the panoramic view of the bay with Jasmine’s golden sails arcing elegantly against the skyline before splashing down for a swim, or recline on Jasmine’s wicker sun loungers on our expansive wooden sundeck.
Later that afternoon, we visit a local fishing village ( Cua Van) where you have the opportunity to interact with some of the more colorful locals who have lived and fished in the bay for almost three generations.
At sunset, slip into a kayak or board a bamboo row boat to explore water tunnels and discover pristine coral reef in a scenic lagoon setting.
Once back on board the ship, watch the shimmering sun slip down the sky as you sip expertly-blended cocktails as an aperitif for Jasmine’s extravagant evening meal.

Day 2: Halong – Hanoi (180km) (B)

Greet the new day with some Tai Chi exercises as the sun rises once more over the bay.
Enjoy an elegant continental breakfast before we visit a beautiful limestone grotto to admire its many unique rock formations.
Then it’s back to the boat to form your final lasting impression of Halong Bay’s awe-inspiring beauty as we cruise back to the dock.
11.00: Check out and transfer back Hanoi. End in Hanoi at 16.00. 

Option 1: Discover Halong Bay for 3 days

Tour Map: Hanoi – Halong Habour – Bai Tu Long bay – Cua Van fishing village -  Halong Bay - Sung Sot cave – Halong Habour – Hanoi.
Day 1: Hanoi - Halong (180km) (L/D)

8 :30 am pick up from your hotel in Hanoi and head out for Ha Long Bay approximately three hours away.
En route we have a short stop at a handicapped children center for short break. Upon arrival at Ha Long Bay  we will be met by captain and cruise and transferred to Jasmine Cruise .
Welcome on board of Halong Jasmine and set sail through bay while lunch is served. Passage into the magical bay, where thousands of sculpted limestone islands rise from the waves like dragons’ teeth.
Opportunity to visit beautiful limestone caves, go swimming or sunbathing. Enjoy cocktails while watching sunset and later unwind at Jasmine restaurant. If weather permits, a short night cruise could bring you a nice discovery of the sea life by night. Overnight on Jasmine cruise.

Day 2: Halong Bay Cruise  (B/L/D)

After breakfast, transfer to your day–trip boat with private crew and cruise to the bay’s most untouched areas.
Enjoy swimming on quiet beaches, visiting water tunnels, fishing villages or kayaking.
Lunch served on board by your private chef. Return to the mother boat for the night. optional kayaking (payable on board)
At sunset time, kayak or simply take a bamboo row boat to discover a water tunnel with many coral reefs in a scenic lagoon.
Back on board Halong Jasmine, enjoy cocktails while watching sunset and later unwind at Jasmine restaurant. Overnight on Jasmine  Junk cruise.

Day 3: Halong Jasmine Cruise – Return to Hanoi (B)

Greet the new day with some Tai Chi exercises as the sun rises once more over the bay.
Enjoy an elegant continental breakfast before we visit a beautiful limestone grotto to admire its many unique rock formations.
Then it’s back to the boat to form your final lasting impression of Halong Bay’s awe-inspiring beauty as we cruise back to the dock.Transfer back to Hanoi.Arrive in Hanoi around 16h00.

Rates

Below are prices for this cruise staying shared Junk. Please let us know if you have any other special request. 

Cruise Itinerary	Low season (May 15th -Sep30th)	High season (Oct 1st - May 14th)	Single Supp.
2 days/1 night cruise	US$ 163	US$ 185	US$ 97
3 days/2 nights cruise	US$ 263	US$ 295	US$ 190

*Note: The prices are quoted in USD and per person based on twin or double sharing.

INCLUSIVE:

·        Cruise as per itinerary and accomadation on traditional junks,

·        Meals as mentioned( L=Lunches, B=Breakfast and D=Dinner)

·        Entrance fees and permit

·        Expenses for other services and activities mentioned in the itinerary

·        Seat-in-coach transportation from Hanoi to Halong Bay and back.

EXCLUSIVE: Drinks,Travellers’ insurances,Tipping & gratitudes 

Extra services:  If you wish a private transfer or local guide to escort from Hanoi, please let us know. This occurred cost will depend on your group size and other special requests. 

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