Day 1 Hanoi - Halong Bay
Leave Hanoi for Halong Bay at 8.30am. On the way we will have a short break for refreshment at a handicraft centre. Upon arrival in Halong City we board a wooden boat for a fine seafood lunch and a short cruise to Thien Cung Cave. After a short exploration of the cave we start our exploration of the bay paddling through an amazing area of limestone islets. We will pass a floating village to reach Luon Cave, which is a tunnel thrusting through a mountain. Paddling through the tunnel to explore a beautiful secluded lagoon. We will meet the mother boat, a junk in Chinese style, in front of the cave. Aboard the junk for dinner and overnight in AC, private cabin.

Summary
* Transfer Hanoi - Halong Bay: 3.5 hrs
* Kayaking: 2.5 hrs
* Meals: Lunch, Dinner
* Accommodation: Twin shared cabin.

Day 2 Kayaking Halong Bay
After breakfast we start paddling to Van Chai Floating village and then continue paddling to Dark Cave. Tide permitting, we explore this amazing cave by kayak. The cave is a 200m long, dark tunnel thrusting through a limestone mountain. The tunnel is the only entry to a secluded and beautiful lagoon. We can also explore some other caves nearby. Lunch on support boat in front of the cave. After lunch we paddle to Ba Trai Dao Lagoon, along a stunning and fairly rough sea channel, to explore its beautiful beaches. Continue paddling to Lan Ha Bay, which is smaller than Halong Bay but much more interesting with lots of secluded beaches. Cruise back to Halong Bay for dinner and overnight on mother boat

Summary
* Kayaking: 6 hrs
* Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
* Accommodation: Twin shared cabin.

travel style: Independent
If you're looking for something different or you want an extension to your trip, an Independent adventure could be just the thing. These private itineraries will take you to a new level of personal experience and self discovery. They can accommodate a special interest, such as cookery or meditation, or can be as simple as a beach break. Transport, accommodation standard and inclusions vary from trip to trip.
group size
N/A as this trip is on a private basis.
accommodation & meal inclusions
3 nights on board private junk boat with full meals on board
transport
private Air-conditioned vehicle.
physical rating * moderate
Be prepared to carry your bag for short distances to your hotel and to the boat

Tour includes:
* Local English speaking guide the whole trip 
* Private boat cruise, entrance fees, meals, transportation, and sightseeing excursions as itinerary. 
* Permits
Tour excludes:
* Pre/post trip arrangements
* Drinks, tips, laundry and other items of a personal nature.
* Meals other than those listed
* Travel insurance