Embed Size (px)
Citation preview
Halong Bay & the Red River
Vietnam
12 – 22 November 2018
Itinerary
Monday 12 Nov 18 morning Depart Hong Kong by air
afternoon Arrive in Hanoi, then transfer to Hao Binh by ship
night Set sail on the Da River
Tuesday 13 Nov 18 afternoon Boat ride on the reservoir of Hao Binh power station
Wednesday 14 Nov 18 morning Visit a museum and local village
afternoon Sailing downstream of the Da River, pass through Ba Vi National
Park evening Arrive at Trung Ha
Thursday 15 Nov 18 morning Visit UNESCO praised village of Duong Lam
afternoon Cruise downstream to Viet Tri, take in the sights and sounds of the
busting river with all kinds of craft and activity
night Dinner with local guide for a lecture on Vietnam, its history,
geography and the boat people
Friday 16 Nov 18 morning Visit Hung Lo Temple at Tien Du Ferry Station then visit Gia
Thanh village, the maker of the conical hats
afternoon Visit local farm in Tan Duc village
Saturday 17 Nov 18 morning Visit Thay and Tay Phuomh Pagodas to see the emerald green
rice paddies
afternoon Visit Vin Eco Greenhouse Tam Dao to learn about organic
farming techniques
Sunday 18 Nov 18 morning Visit Vietnam War prison, Temple of Literature and Ho Chi Minh
Mausoleum in Hanoi
afternoon Visit nearby village for its production of flowers and see how
people cultivate mandarin and peach trees.
Monday 19 Nov 18 morning Observe the lively and interesting life on the river while sailing to
the next destination
afternoon Visit Thanh Ha Commune with village walk and a private water
puppet show
Tuesday 20 Nov 18 morning Sail along Halong Bay and enter the amazing island scenery with
its 2,000 dramatic limestone islands
afternoon Visit the “Dark & Bring Cave” by a kayak or local basket boat
Wednesday 21 Nov 18 morning Sail around Halong Bay and visit Viet Hai Village for its vegetable
farm and typical village houses
afternoon Cruise towards Lan Ha Bay and visit a floating fishing house
evening Enjoy a swim and cocktails at a beautiful beach in Halong Bay
Thursday 22 Nov 18 morning Sail to Tuan Chau Jetty and disembark at 11am for transfer to
Hanoi Airport
afternoon Depart Hanoi by air
evening Arrive in Hong Kong
Halong Bay is a beautiful natural wonder in northern Vietnam near the Chinese border. The Bay
is dotted with 1,600 limestone islands and islets and covers an area of over 1,500 sqkm. This
extraordinary area was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994. For many tourists, this
place is like something right out of a movie.
Hoa Binh
Hoa Binh means ‘peace’ and this easygoing town
is a relief after the traffic-plagued suburbs of Hanoi.
The area is home to many hill-tribe people,
including the Hmong and Thai.
Hoa Binh was the site of a major battle with the
French in 1951 & 1952 and is home to the Muong
ethnic group.
The Hoa Binh Dam at the Black River is the largest hydroelectric dam in Vietnam and Southeast Asia.
Ba Vi National Park
It is one of Vietnam’s most famous areas of outstanding
natural beauty, and is centered around a three-peaked
mountain jutting steeply out of the landscape. The national
park offers a great escape from the city with cool fresh
mountain air in a mystical atmospheric backdrop of clouds,
jungle and tropical rainforest. There is also a spa resort
nestled at the foot of the mountain offering a host of natural
therapies in an absolutely stunning setting.
Duong Lam Ancient Village
Duong Lam Ancient Village has retained the basic
characteristics of Vietnamese ancient villages
with banyan tree, well and communal house's
court.
A visit to Duong Lam Village is the journey to the
origins of culture and traditions of Vietnam. This
is also an opportunity for tourists to admire the
unique architectural features of the ancient houses,
and visit the temples of two kings born from
Duong Lam Ancient Village.
Yen Duc Village
The beautiful village ideally locates on the way between Hanoi
and Halong Bay and developed as a community based tourism
project, a glimpse of village life & authentic cultural
experience.
Non La
The ‘non la’ are handmade with palm leaves and bamboo.
There is no machinery available to create this work of art. Their
origin dates approximately 3,000 years back.
Thay and Tay Phuong Pagodas
One of the cradles of Vietnamese Buddhism and folkloric tales of Vietnam’s rural life using water puppets; the
Thay Pagoda is a fine example that embraces the traditional side with ample opportunities to explore just for half
a day from Hanoi.
A picturesque pond in front of the pagoda brings peace and tranquility into the scene and serves as a natural venue
for water puppet shows during festivals.
The Red River is a river that flows from Yunnan in Southwest China through northern Vietnam to the Gulf of
Tonkin. According to C. Michael Hogan, the associated Red River Fault was instrumental in forming the entire
South China Sea at least as early as 37 million years before present.
Sign-up.
The cost will be HK$________ per person (twin sharing) for members. Single Room Supplement is
HK$______
Please note that this cost is based upon a minimum of ___ people signing up. Non-members/guests pay
HK$______ (plus single supplement @ HK$_____, if applicable) but this includes membership of the
HKGS for the current year (2018).
A final quotation will be provided (should the number not reach ___) on the _____ for your consideration.
The tour price covers:
1. Round trip _______________ transportation _____________________
2. Local transportation
3. ___ nights accommodation with daily breakfast and ____ meals including soft drinks
4. Entrance tickets to local sightseeing as per the itinerary
5. English speaking guide
6. Daily bottled water
7. All tipping
The tour price does not include:
a. Transportation to and from the coach boarding point or bus terminal prior to the commencement
or after the completion of the tour program.
b. Transportation / Accommodation /Sightseeing /Meals not as listed in the itinerary.
c. Personal expenses such as room service, internet charge, laundry, alcoholic drinks or beverages
for personal consumption, fax, telephone call, optional activities, etc.
d. Excess Handling and Insurance Charges.
e. Insurance. Please kindly note that the full coverage travel insurance from your country of origin
should be purchased in advance on your own.
f. 4% surcharge if you pay by credit card
If you would like to sign up in this tour, please complete the required information in this email -
click [email protected]. This email link will also go automatically to Jessica, Ash, Doris
and Graham
The Closing Date is ____________
Let me know if you have any questions or if we can assist in any way.
Many thanks,
Jessica Park,
Chair
Place we will visit…
Halong Bay
Da River
