SPRICE CRUISE INFORMATION:

Designed with Asian traditional junk, with 10 cabins, Spice Cruises has been launched in August 2008 for small group tour or family travelers. This newly built, custom-designed yacht features three decks that house a luxury and elegant restaurant, a bar, a small library, and a massage area-plus ten luxurious sleeping cabins. With that much space, passengers can truly unwind in the best atmosphere. As one of the outstanding cruises in Halong Bay, Spice Cruise is luxuriously appointed. Offering four types of intimate, luxury, personal accommodation, fully-equipped dining room with Internet accessed computer, wooden bar with hundreds of cocktails, mock tails, air conditioning installation, passengers are sure to be pampered. Moreover, deluxe and Spice rooms with the best facility give you a special private space. All cabins are decorated with traditional Vietnamese hardwood giving them rich, luxuriant warmth.

Cabins

The Spice deluxe cabins and Spice cabins have shower bathroom with hot and cold water, A/C, walk-in closets and fruit baskets, especially LCD TV and DVD which are the effective tools to relax in the room. Each cabin is well- equipped with Asian traditional style. The harmonious combination among wooden carvings, wooden mini – bar and lantern inspires customers’ classic impression. This traditional style combines with modern facilities make the visitor feel comfortable and convenience. Whenever you can relax in your room and enjoy the splendor of the sites through panoramic window.

Restaurant

Located in the back of the Spice junk, with area for check in/out, this Luxurious restaurant is designed to serve 25 customers with separate tables and chair carved with precious wood. Cuisines offered on board with topics: traditional Vietnamese and Western foods and mixed Brunch Buffet. The chef will provide deluxe amenities and pampering services whilst cruising through magnificent landscapes. Spice Cruises also provides Internet accessed computers which are necessary for businessmen doing both traveling and working.

Sundeck

We separated the junk into 2 areas: One with sunbathing chairs where the guests can be tanning themselves for relaxing with Sunset Cocktail Party, one with couple wooden chairs under the exotic big umbrellas where they can sit and enjoy cocktails and the tranquility of World Wonder Heritage dotted with elegant green trees. Sun deck looks like a hidden island where visitors will have an overview about the grandiose scenery of Halong Bay

Activities

Swimming, snorkeling and kayaking in the crystal clear turquoise waters of Halong Bay are favored activities for the energetic. While morning Tai Chi on the sundeck offers a more meditative and uplifting start for the more contemplative. Adventure outings, tour excursions, cooking demonstrations and theme cruises are also available by prior arrangement.

HIGHTLIGHTS:

v  Driving to Halong Bay through the lush, scenic Red River Delta.

v  Cruising overnight on board on the traditional Junk – Halong Spice cruise, the charming replica paddle steamer, on tranquil UNESCO world heritage listed Halong Bay.

v  Savoring the best cuisine on board, enjoy fresh fruit after going kayaking on our floating garden bar.

v  Taking the time to soak up the beauty of Halong Bay - thousands of limestone islands scattered amid the clear, emerald waters.

v  Exploring the limestone islands and emerald green waters of UNESCO World Heritage Listed Halong Bay.

DETAILED ITINERARY.

Our bus and guide will pick you up at your hotel. On the way to Halong city enjoy the journey through the rich farmlands of the Red River Delta and the scenery of rice fields, water buffalo and everyday Vietnamese village life. Arrive in Halong boarding Halong Spice cruise. Lunch is served with a welcome drink while the boat cruises the bay to enjoy the beautiful limestone seascape. After visiting Amazing cave, we stop at a floating house and go kayaking to Luon cave to enjoy the quiet atmosphere of the bay. Fresh fruit platter will be served followed by a dinner between 18:30 and 19:00. Overnight on board of Spice Cruise.

Summary:

v  Visit: Amazing Cave.

v  Kayaking: 1,5 hrs.

v  Meals: Lunch and dinner.

v  Accommodation: Twin shared cabin.

Sunrise breakfast is ready to serve at around 7h30 am. Soaking your body for our kayaking. The guide will show you the most beautiful parts of the bay through a maze of islets amidst dramatic natural scenery to explore stalactite caves such as Drum cave, Man’s head islet, Turtle islet and Fair man’s cave before heading to Van Gia fishing village for BBQ lunch and relaxation. You will have a chance to understand more about fishermen’s daily life in the bay. Afterwards we continue kayaking to the other sides of the bay to visit a pearl farm. We return to the junk around 16:00 for the second night on Spice Cruise.

Summary:

v  Visit: Van Gia fishing village and many caves.

v  Kayaking: 5 – 7 hrs.

v  Meals: Breakfast, BBQ Lunch and dinner.

v  Accommodation: Twin shared cabin.

Sunrise breakfast, morning cruising back to Le Tonkin, lazy on the top deck. Let spend time enjoying the beauty of creator. Having lunch on board with variety of local foods before back to Halong dock. Have a short break of 15 minutes and then en route to Hanoi. Trip ends around 16:30. Halong Bay Packages is to serve you next time!

Summary:

v  Cruising: 3 hrs.

v  Transfer: Halong – Hanoi: 3,5 hrs.

v  Meals: Breakfast and Lunch.

PACKAGE COST:

Rates are in USD per person, based on twin shared cabin, valid from 1 Jan - 31 Dec 2012

INCLUSIVE OF ABOVE PRICES:

v  Breakfast and accommodation deluxe en-suite twin/double cabin

v  Pick-up and transfer by A/C vehicle.

v  English speaking tour guide.

v  Entrance fees.

v  Kayaking, complimentary glass of wine, fresh fruit.

v  Refresher towel.

v  Meals ( as specified in the itinerary ).

EXCLUSIVE OF ABOVE PRICES:

v  International airfares & airport taxes

v  Travel insurance.

v  Pre/post trip arrangement

v  Visa and visa arrangement

v  Travel insurance

v  Meals not indicated

v  Other personal expenses

v  Tips and gratuities

v  Extra drinks

v  Bank charge (for payment by credit card)

CHILDREN POLICY:

v  Children under 4 years old are FOC, sharing room with parent.

v  Children from 4 to 9 sharing same room & bed with parents will be charged at 70% of the price

v  Special requests on food (diet or vegetarian) please inform us before departure

v  The itinerary may be subject to change due to the bad weather condition.

WHAT TO BRING:

v  Sun block

v  Camera + Film

v  Insect repellent

v  Original Passport

v  A wide brimmed hat

v  Swimming costume

v  Sun glasses

NOTE:

v  Itinerary is subject to change upon weather conditions and operating conditions, with or without prior notice

v  Registration is required (at least 2 day in advance) with your full name, date of birth, nationality, passport number and the expiration date of your stay in Vietnam

v  Valid passport is required upon check-in on board