From the first moment you step aboard the Lagoon Explorer, you'll be inspired by the distinctive style and fine craftsmanship of this magnificent Junk. The warm, welcoming smiles of our friendly crew and a complementary drink in our Lounge will set the mood as you embark on your voyage into the Bay of the Descending Dragon.

Day 1: Hanoi – Halong, welcome on board
Day 2: Halong Bay discovery – Quan Lan Island
Day 3: Quan Lan - Sen Hamlet - Cong Tay Island
Day 4: Cong Tay Island – Halong - Hanoi

Day 1: Hanoi - Halong - Welcome on board (-/L / D)

Leave Hanoi by private car/van at 8:30am arriving at the jetty around 12:30pm. Our crew welcomes you on board the Lagoon Explorer Cruise, enjoy welcome drink, check-in to your cabin. Lunch with fresh seafood is served at 1:00pm, start a 3.5 hours cruise into mystic Halong Bay to see the amazing karsts with different formations: Mat Qui (Monster’s face) islet, But Moc islet, Cap De islet, Trong (Drum) cave, Trinh Nu cave, floating fishing village, with its unique way of life. Then head to Luon cave, enjoy swimming, sun bathing at Ti Top beach or climb the peak of the mountain for a breath-taking panorama view of Halong bay. Dinner and overnight aboard junk.

Day 2: Halong Bay Discovery - Quan Lan Island (B/ L / D)

Early risers can enjoy a morning view of Bay’s landscape. Sitting on the upper deck, you can relax and take in the breath-taking beauty of the rocky islands rising from the crystal-clear water of the bay. The silence is almost eerie, you can hear the birds singing, cicadas chirping ashore and the gentle lapping of the waves against your boat, the perfect soundtrack to accompany the fresh and gentle breeze. Having breakfast at 08:00 and the boat continue cruising to Quan Lan island. Lunch on boat. We will be arriving at Quan Lan around 14:00, we will start cycling to explore the beautiful island, visiting an ancient temple and then onward to unspoilt beach of Minh Chau for swimming and sun bathing. Back to Quan Lan beach for swimming and tonight we will have BBQ dinner on the beach. Overnight on the boat.

Day 3: Quan Lan - Sen Hamlet - Cong Tay Island(B/ L / D)

Boat starts cruising to Sen Hamlet, cycling to explore Sen Hamlet. Lunch with local products in a traditional-ancient pillar house & relax. Getting back the boat at second wharf (4km) for cruising to Cong Tay island, swimming, have dinner and overnight on boat.

Day 4: Cong Tay Island – Halong – Hanoi (B/ L / -)

Enjoy the morning swim, and at 8:30am boat spread sails to run towards the wharfs through Bai Tu Long Bay. Have Brunch at 10:30am, check out, boat arrive at wharf at 12:00noon. Transfer back to Hanoi. End of services.

Tour Includes:

•    Transfer by air-conditioned vehicle
•    Welcome drinks, main meals as mentioned in the itinerary. Breakfast (B), Lunch(L), Dinner(D).
•    Entrance fees
•    Cabin accommodation on boat (twin sharing)
•    Boat cruise
•    English speaking guide and crew members

Tour excludes:

•    Laundry
•    Personal nature expenses
•    Visa arrangement
•    Travel insurance
•    Hotel accommodation in Hanoi
•    All gratuities and tips

Things To Bring:

•    Original passport
•    Insect repellence
•    Sun hat
•    Sun block
•    Film and camera
•    Swimsuites

The Lagoon Explorer Junk is designed with sophistication and the utmost attention to detail of a Traditional Sailing Boat. Whether you are dining in the restaurant, lounging on the sun deck or relaxing in the comfort of your cabin, you will be surrounded by the handcrafted woodworld of Teak and Oak which make the Lagoon Explorer Junk a true masterpiece. The Junk with 3 deluxe rooms & 1 Studio room, a fine dining restaurant & bar, a outdoor lounge, a swim platform, a well-trained Crew, 24-hour electricity supply and a host of activities to make your stay memorable.

Lagoon Explorer Junk  is pride of it’s stylest & the first Junk which is able to run by sails, to go fishing at night time and to bring you to any beauty sites of Halong Bay and run the tour as your choice. Travel with your own new, personalized itineraries