Halong Bay Holidays
Halong Bay holidays boast the ideal balance between exhilarating activities and the utmost relaxation on a beautiful cruise vessel as you take in stunning scenery. Enjoy your days unearthing some of the most wondrous sights Vietnam , as you sail through turquoise waters past hundreds of towering limestone islands that are covered with vegetation and an incredible biodiversity.
Treat yourself by exploring the breath-takingly beautiful surroundings in Halong Bay, either by kayak or by dipping into the warm waters and having a swim. Clamber up the rocks and navigate some popular rock climbs. Try hiking in the Cát Bà National Park, or dive to new depths and check out the marine wildlife by going scuba diving. Come back onto the boat and savour some mouth-watering traditional Vietnamese dishes as you kick back and relax in the sun set.
Halong Bay holidays: an unforgettable experience
Explore the various islands that make up the Halong Bay area, including Dau Be Island, Dau Go Island and Bo Hon Island. Uncover magnificent caves and grottoes, such as Hung Sung Sot Cave, Pelican Cave, and Virgin Cave on Bo Hon Island. Or take a trip to Cat Dua, which is also known as Monkey Island, and spend your days relaxing on the private idyllic beach, or discovering the various scenic trails that reward hikers with exceptional views.
Create more extraordinary memories by pairing your Halong Bay holiday with one of our multi-centre holiday packages. Get the best of both worlds with our Phu Quoc and Ho Chi Minh City multi-centre holiday and combine Vietnamese bustling city life with a must-visit beach escape.
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Great sample itineraries
Create your ideal holiday with a variety of exhilarating and relaxing activities. Explore beautiful limestone caves and caverns on a Halong Bay tour, or give rock climbing a go.
Luxury Halong Bay At Leisure Tour
Take time to experience Halong Bay which is the treasure of Vietnam with this 2 night luxury itinerary. The ideal combination of 1 night in a French colonial style boutique hotel on land and 1 night on board the Paradise...
Escorted tours
Magic Halong Bay Tour
An area of outstanding natural beauty, the turquoise waters are studded with thousands of striking limestone islets covered in green foliage and caves, Halong Bay is a UNESCO World Heritage Site popular with anybody looking to escape the bustle of...
Couples Holidays
Classic Vietnam Tour
Guide Price €2,249 pp
One of our signature journeys, designed for travellers keen to experience the diversity of Vietnam, but with less time to spare. Contrast the bustle of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City with an overnight cruise at the beautiful UNESCO World...
Cultural holidays
A Journey Through Vietnam Tour
Guide Price €2,529 pp
Explore French and Chinese heritage as well as cultural treasures such as Hoi An town and the Imperial Citdel of Hue. Stunning lakes can be found within busy cities and powdery beaches along the coastline of this mesmerising country are...
Cultural holidays
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Floating Villages
Also known as "Surprise Cave", so called by the French tourists who discovered the 10,000 metres of cavern, Sung Sot Grotto is located on Bon Ho Island in the heart of Halong Bay. The grotto features thousands of stalagtites and stalagmites and a series of paths and signposts will guide you through this amazing cave.
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Limestone Karts
The four floating villages of Halong Bay are home to over 1,000 people who make their living by fishing and aquaculture. The villagers live on boats or floating wooden houses dozens of kilometres away from the mainland, surrounded by the iconic limestone karts
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Kayaking
Halong Bay's limestone karsts create the iconic image that most of us associate with Vietnam. Many of the islands have been named according to their appearence - look out for the fighting chickens, the elephant and the monkey! Although most of these islets are uninhabited, Tuan Chau and Cat Ba have permanent inhabitants, as well as tourist hotels and beautiful beaches.
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Harriet
Destination Specialist
“Spot interesting animal and human formations in the stalactites and stalagmites around the caves in Halong Bay, such as Dong Thien Cung.”
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Paul
Destination Specialist
“Make sure you try an early morning session of Tai Chi on your ship’s deck to start your day feeling relaxed and refreshed.”
Events & Festivals
Festivals and events are wonderful to include during your Halong Bay holiday, offering a glimpse into the country’s authentic culture and traditions.
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Halong Carnival
Get involved with the Halong Carnival, the biggest festival in Halong Bay. This exciting event happens between May and June every year, which welcomes thousands of local singers, musicians, dancers and artists. Each year the carnival is based on a different theme, which aims to honour the traditional values of Halong Bay.
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The journey by road is approx. 4 hours. Drivers taking you on this journey will incopporarte a stop half way where there are facilities and a shop to buy any supplies required.
