The L’Amour
1-CABIN ROMANTIC ELEGANCE

Our L’Amour Junk is designed in the style of the traditional sailing boats and was the first small deluxe one-cabin junk in Halong Bay. It is an ideal option for a couple on a romantic trip.

She is designed with sophistication and a meticulous attention to every single detail, for our guests’ enjoyment, especially their viewing pleasure. During her construction, every effort was made to enhance our customer’s holiday experience. The ensuite room has a big sea view window and the outside dining area is a perfect place to observe the natural landscape while cruising.

From the moment you step aboard and check into your cabin, to when you are relaxing on the sun deck, you are surrounded by handcrafted teak and oak furnishings. You can relax in comfort on our traditional boat and will receive a warm welcome from our crew while enjoying many interesting activities.

After boarding the L’Amour Junk, you are given the maximum of privacy during your trip. Our staffs are on call when you need them or leave you to enjoy the bay. The food service during this trip is also a highlight of the whole experience.

The L’Amour is perfect for either a romantic getaway, or to celebrate a special occasion.

The Prince
2-3-4 CABINS FAMILY ADVENTURE

The Prince Junk was designed after the traditional fishing boats of Halong Bay, only on a slightly smaller scale with either 2 or 4 cabins. In our fleet, we have 4 Prince Junks:

• Prince I has 2 cabins, perfectly suitable for a family including parents and children enjoying the magic of Halong Bay together.
• Prince II and III have similar designs and service facilities to accommodate a group of up to 8 persons, or couples sharing trips.
• Prince IV with 3 cabins provides a comfortable stay for charter groups, a family, or couples sharing the boat (Prince IV Junk has been renamed Dragon Bay cruise since 2017).

Like all of our boats, Prince Junk is designed with sophistication and a meticulous attention to detail for our guests’ enjoyment. It features 2 decks with dining areas inside and outside, and traditionally decorated cabins with a sea view window, where you can relax and admire the marvelous view. Our crew, with their warmest hospitality, enhances your cruise.

From the time you step aboard, to the time you check into your cabin, or when you are relaxing on the sun desk, you are surrounded by teak and oak paneling and furniture, all constructed by our skilled craftsmen. This makes the Prince, together with our L’Amour Junk, the outstanding members of our Royal family.

The Prince Junk is the perfect choice for families, couples or small groups.

Red Dragon
5-CABIN AUTHENTIC CHARM

Named and designed after an authentic Chinese junk, the original Red Dragon Junk plied the rivers, seas and harbors of the Far East, from Singapore to northern China. Red Dragon Junk is ready to cruise the bay to celebrate your special event.

Our Red Dragon is complete with 5 deluxe cabins and 2 decks, which resonate with superior class and grandeur. Although it is larger than the Prince and L’Amour Junks, it is still small enough for an intimate view of the natural wonders, pocket lagoons and small fishing communities of Bai Tu Long Bay, cruising off the beaten track. The charming Red Dragon Junk is an excellent companion to explore the natural beauty while enjoying the warm welcome from our well trained staff.

As soon as you board the Red Dragon, you will be surrounded by richly detailed woodwork handmade by Vietnamese artisans. Whether you are relaxing in the comfort of your own cabin, lounging on the spacious sun deck, or dining in the cozy restaurant, you will feel like royalty.

This masterpiece is a wonderful option for those who need a little more space for a small group cruise of up to 11 people.

2 days trip

DAY 1: HALONG CRUISE PORT – BAI TU LONG BAY – THIEN CANH SON CAVE

07:00 – 07:30 Departure from Nguyen Shack Ninh Binh (Or you can start in Hanoi and finish in Ninh Binh also)

12.00 – 12.30: Embark at Halong cruise port.

12.30 – 13.00: Check-in, enjoy welcome drink & cruise briefing.

13.30 – 15.00: Have lunch while cruising to magnificent Bai Tu Long bay; admire the fascinating formations on the way.

15.15 – 15.40: Explore the well- hidden Thien Canh Son cave.

15.45 – 18.00: Enjoy relaxing on a white sandy beach at Hon Co island, swimming or kayaking.

18:00 – 19.00: Back to junk for refreshing before having dinner on board.

20.00 – 21.00: Relax, enjoy fresh air & overnight on board.

DAY 2: VUNG VIENG FISHING VILLAGE – HALONG CRUISE PORT

07.30 – 08.00: Morning view of Bay’s landscape with a cup of tea or coffee. Have breakfast in the fresh air.

08.30 – 09.30: Visit Vung Vieng fishing village by a rustic row-boat.

10.00: Check out of the cabin. Start cruising towards the port while an A la carte lunch is served.

11.45 – 12.00: Disembark. Drive to Yen Duc village in Dong Trieu province.

13.15 – 14.00: Enjoy water puppet show performed by local artists.

16.15 – 16.45: Arrive in Hanoi (or Ninh Binh). Trip ends.

3 days trip

DAY 1: HALONG CRUISE PORT – BAI TU LONG BAY – CONG DO (L,D)

07:00 – 07:30 Departure from Nguyen Shack Ninh Binh (Or you can start in Hanoi and finish in Ninh Binh also)

12.00 – 12.30: Embark at Halong cruise port.

12.30 – 13.00: Check-in, enjoy welcome drink & cruise briefing.

13.30 – 15.00: Have lunch while cruising to magnificent Bai Tu Long Bay; admire the fascinating formations.

15.00 – 16.30: Cruise to Cap La, Tra San.

16.30 – 17.30: Enjoy paddling around Cap La and Tra San by kayak.

17.45 – 19.00: Back to junk for swimming or relaxing.

19.00 – 21.00: Have dinner and overnight on board in Cong Do area.

DAY 2: CAP LA – CONG DAM – THIEN CANH SON CAVE (B,L,D)

07.30 – 08.00: Morning view of Bay’s landscape with a cup of tea or coffee. Have breakfast in the fresh air.

08.00 – 10:00: Cruise to Cong Dam while discovering geological values of Bai Tu Long Bay.

10:00: Enjoy kayaking through the hidden lagoons and geological park in Cong Dam

12:00: Have BBQ lunch on a wild beach

13:30: Back to junk for relaxing while cruising to Cong Do area.

16:30: Arrive at Hon Co Island to explore the well- hidden Thien Canh Son cave

17:30: Return to the boat and cruise back to Cap La

19:00: Have dinner and overnight onboard

DAY 3: CAP LA – VUNG VIENG FISHING VILLAGE – HALONG CRUISE PORT (B,L)

06:45: Have breakfast on board while cruising to Vung Ha area

08:00: Visit Vung Vieng fishing village by a rustic row-boat.

10.00: Check out of the cabin. Start cruising towards the port while an A la carte lunch is served.

11:30 – 12.00: Disembark. Drive to Yen Duc village.

13.15 – 14.00: Enjoy water puppet show performed by local artists.

16.15 – 16.45: Arrive in Hanoi (or Ninh Binh). Trip ends.

PRICE IN USD (depend on the time of the year and which package you need)

L’AMOUR JUNK (2 people)

2 days trip from 340$/person

3 days trip from 650$/person

PRINCE JUNK (4 to 8 people)

2 days trip from 260$/person

3 days trip from 480$/person

RED DRAGON JUNK ( 10 people)

2 days trip from 205$/person

3 days trip from 375$/person

The Boat

The Treasure is a one of a kind vessel in the whole Halong archipelago. Based on a solid structure and re-designed in a wooden junk style. It is stable, able to navigate in any seabed of the region and can easily face the rough if needed.

Its giant sails may come as a support to the engine if the winds are with us, they are part of the folklore and give a nice sensation of embracing the big outdoors.

The Treasure is a large vessel, very spacious and comfortable. You will find yourself particularly cozy on it.

Cabins

The Treasure features 15 cabins, all equipped with comfortable bedding, private western standards bathroom and a stunning view through large windows.

Features and Activities

On all of its itineraries, the Treasure offers some kayaking. Real expeditions to lagoons, creeks and floating houses, around the huge standing karsts formations, always away from any other boat. We use Necky kayaks, high quality equipment, imported from Canada and carefully maintained.

To entertain your cruise, vegetable carving and cocktails classes are available. Sometimes upon request as it depends on the number of people on board. Nice wooden board games are also available.

The Treasure features a very large sundeck that you may enjoy anytime of the day. With a cup of coffee witnessing the transient serenity of the bay early morning; relaxing in the sun with a privileged view at the limestone labyrinth; celebrating with a drink this once of a lifetime moment when the moon rises over the karsts.

Food and Beverages

The Treasure offers a long drink list featuring softs, beers, spirits, wines, cocktails, mocktails, smoothies… to slake your thirst and set the aperitif up or accompany a romantic dinner.

Our chef and his team are devoted to offering you some of the most reputed cuisine of the region. The selection is wide and ingredients always local and fresh. Seafood-based, but not only, the menus are well balanced. Vegetarian and kids can be catered for. We strive to make each meal a colorful event for both eyes and papillae.

[Day 1] Hanoi – Halong Archipelago
Meals: lunch and dinner | Accommodation: Treasure junk

Depart from Hanoi at 8.00 for a 3.5 hours drive to Halong City through the Red River Delta.

Upon arrival, get on board of the Treasure Junk. Start cruising from Hon Gai pier to the boundaries of Halong bay while lunch with fresh seafood is served (vegetarian and kid’s menus available).

After lunch, just make yourself at ease and relax. We are slowly getting off the classic cruising routes, far from the clichés of a busy tourism spot. Limestone rock formations will parade around us for about 2 hours before our first stop in Cong Do area.

We reach the perfect spot, remote and scenic, where the waters of Halong and Bai Tu Long hit and wave together. Let’s get ready for a wonderful experience on a kayak. Let’s get closer to the water and explore the bay in depth, paddle closer to the rocks and go to one of the many beaches in the Bay.

After one/one and a half hour kayaking, we get back on board to refresh and start the aperitif on the sundeck. The boat cruises to its secluded anchorage area. A fun cooking demonstration by our chef will be presented before dinner that allow you to make a simple Vietnamese dish that you can try before the main dinner that is served either inside or outside depending on weather conditions.

Enjoy a wonderful overnight on board in a cosy air-conditioned cabin with en-suite bathroom facilities.

[Day 2] Halong – Hanoi
Meals: brunch | Accommodation: N/A

We will be back at the pier about 11am, and driven to Hanoi with an expected arrival time about 4pm. The day will be short so let’s wake up early to take the maximum of it.

Coffee, tea and cakes will be served from 6.30am. Wake up smoothly while witnessing the silence of beautiful misty bay. A 30-minute Tai Chi session will be organized, energize your body and soul or just allow yourself some time for a sunbath with a cup of coffee.

About 7.45am, we hop on bamboo boats to go visiting a secluded floating village surrounded by the mountains. We trace our way between numerous floating houses and small rowing boats that serve the everyday life as vehicle, itinerant shops, fishing utility, sometimes overnight shelter.

Back on treasure before 9am, we start cruising back to the pier. From 9.30am, a brunch will be served. Take a last glance at the rocks, standing still as the eternal guardians of a kingdom, we are about to reach the pier.

Once on land, we sit in a small café to wait for our overland vehicle.

Note

• In line with our responsible vision of tourism, please note that we do not include the most popular caves of the bay in our program. We consider that they are an insult to heritage preservation.
• Tour program is subject to change without prior notice.
• For your convenience, and if you can arrange smaller backpacks, please leave your big suitcase at Handspan’s secure storage.
• On the way to Halong and back to Hanoi, we will stop at a place with food, beverages and souvenirs for sale. This is not to trick you and that will be the only times of the whole trip you may feel in the tourism mass. But that is the only place on the way, where you, your driver and your guide can use clean toilets without being forced to buy anything. Thanks for your understanding.

PRICE PER PERSON IN US DOLLARS

* Fixed prices in USD valid till 19th December 2020. 

* Single supplement: to be applied for those travellers who require a room for single use.

Included

• Accommodation on Treasure Junk.
• Meals as specified in the program.
• Kayaks and safety gear.
• Tender boat.
• Travel in an appropriate air-conditioned vehicle with an experienced driver.
• The services of an experienced English-speaking guide.
• All entrance fees.
• VAT and other taxes.

Not included

• Hotel in Hanoi for the last day.
• Beverages, gratuities and personal expenses.
• Individual insurance.