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The summer season in Cua Lo in Nghe An Province, half way between Hue and Hanoi, has just begun with a warm welcome for beach lovers. Only 18 km from the provincial capital Vinh, Cua Lo Beach is well known for its smooth sand and sparkling sea. Cua Lo town’s main drag is Binh Minh Street. With hotels on one side and a natural casuarina forest on the other, the road is shaded all day. In an effort to preserve the town’s natural beauty, hotels must be low and stilt houses peak out from behind the trees. Just a short boat ride from the beach are two islands – Lan Chau which is 1 km to the north-east and Ngu (Fish) Island 4 km offshore. These two islands protect Cua Lo beach from heavy storms and strong winds coming in from the East Sea. Ngu Island is riddled with trails inviting visitors to wander for hours. The captain summons passengers back with a bell and ferries them to a floating village specializing in ca gio, a fish weighing up to 5 kg whose meat is as white and tender as lean pork. The fishermen, who raise ca gio in submerged cages, hope to relocate further out to a 300 hectare area west of Mat (Eye) Island, a move they expect will lure more tourists. The nearby Quynh Nhai Island group, 20 km from the beach, has many small, picturesque islands. Once in Cua Lo, besides swimming and sun-bathing, tourists can visit islands by boat, climb the mountains, dive, and visit historic and literary sites such as Nguyen Xi Temple in Nghi Hop Commune and Trung Kien Pagoda in Nghi Thiet Commune. Founded in 1994 with only eight hotels and limited services, the Cua Lo Beach town has developed rapidly. The town now has modern infrastructure, transport, and entertainment venues. Over 200 hotels and guest houses can serve some 13,000 visitors per day. Tourists can travel to Cua Lo by air, train, sea, or car. Reported by Thu Hien | |||||||
Friday, May 16, 2008
Nature’s gift
National beauty spot sold for $187,000
An official of the Lam Dong province Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism, Le Van Quang, confirmed this information on May 13.
Located in a beautiful virgin forest in Nam Ban town, Lam Ha district, Lam Dong province, Thac Voi is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the Central Highlands.
In 2002, some people in Nam Ban town established the Thac Voi Joint Stock Company, which had total capital of VND200 million ($12,500), and designed a project to manage, preserve and develop this landscape. The local government approved this project in 2005 but the project was not carried out at all.
Thac Voi Joint Stock Company only fenced off the waterfall and collected entrance fees and offered the project for sale in late 2007. HCM City-based Binh Phat Company recently bought the waterfall from Thac Voi Joint Stock Company at a cost of VND3 billion.
Early this year the media reported this case and at that time the Lam Dong province Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism suggested the local government withdraw the Thac Voi project from the Thac Voi Joint Stock Company, but this sale was not prevented.
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Tourism village to exhibit culture of all 54 peoples
VietNamNet Bridge - The first stage of the Viet Nam Ethnic Culture and Tourism Village will begin operation in 2010 and the remaining stages will be completed by 2015.
The village will be a living exhibit, depicting the daily life and customs of all of the 54 peoples in the nation. Construction began in Dong Mo district in the northern province of Ha Tay last year.
Covering an area of 198 hectares, the village will recreate the daily activities of local inhabitants, including the manufacture of tools and handicraft products and wet-rice cultivation.
It will also provide a glimpse into the culture, traditions and religious architecture of the 54 peoples and act as a gathering point for local festivals and sport activities.
More than VND3.2 trillion (over US$200 million) will be spent on the national culture and tourism project.
(Source: SGGP)
Friday, May 2, 2008
Sapa Trekking 3 days/4nights
The breathtaking mountain scenery and the colorful weekend are highlights of Sapa although the conditions are very basic. Get off the beaten track and walk through villages where ethnic minorities...This tour takes you to: Sapa, Catcat, Laochai, Tavan, Giang TaChai Village
Destinations: Sapa -Catcat village - Laochai - Tavan Village
Tour includes
- All meals on the tour ( 3 lunches, 3 dinners, 3 breakfast )
- 1 local beer or soft drink at every lunch and dinner,,
- English-speaking guide, Entrance fees, Security permits.
- Accommodation (Hotel and home-stay),
- Train return tickets Hanoi-Laocai (soft sleeper with air-conditioning)
- Transport by private Jeep as tour program.
- Jeep go and back as the program (motorbike for group of 1 person)
Tour excludes
- Insurance
- Drinks
- Phone calls
- Other private expenses
Notes: Advised to take good walking shoes, raincoats, jackets, torch, insect repellent and Sunscreen...
Rice field
Itenerary 
Day 1 : Hanoi -Laocai ( Overnight on the train )
Pick up at your hotel and take you to Hanoi Railway Station for the night train at at 9:30 PM to get to Laocai Station. Sleep on the train.
Day 2 : Laocai -Sapa -Catcat village - Laochai - Tavan Village
(6 hours trekking 17 km, 3 villages. ( Overnight at Tavan village )
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| Bacha Market |
Day 3 : TaVan -GiangTaChai ( 5 hours trekking, 14 km, 2 villages.)
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| Sapa Morning |
Day 4 : Sapa - Laocai - Hanoi. ( Overnight on the train )
Breakfast, free to explore the town. Lunch and check out hotel. In the afternoon, take bus to get to Laocai Station for the night train back to Hanoi.
Arrive in Hanoi around 4.30 AM. The end of the tour.
Tour Prices
| Package Class | Price per person in half-twin room | |||
| 2 pax | 3-5 pax | 6-9 pax | Single Supp | |
| 2 Star | $178 | $158 | $148 | $30 |
| 3 star | $198 | $178 | $164 | 50 |
| 4 star | $268 | $250 | $240 | 75 |
| 4 star weekend | 298 | 249 | 239 | 100 |
Sapa Adventure 4 days/ 5 nights $ 110
Sapa Adventure 4 days/ 5 nights, visiting moutainous Sapa Town, Lao Chai village of Hmong hill tribe, Tavan village - Giang Ta Chai- Ban Ho village. Lots of exciting treks and discovery in Sapa.
Hanging over 5000 km square with the population of 6000 people, with lush greenery of mountain ranges is just the beginning of your expedition to the jade of Far East. Imagine a land lush in tropical forest and emerald rice terrace fields and a land alive with very colorful tradition and culture.
The trek brings you though the excellent views of the valley, the magnificent limestone and paddy fields of H'mong village will be introduced, visits to local families and reach their customs and the Cat Cat waterfall will be visible.
A "White curtain" cascade appears, surrounded by flowery valley and deep - green pines. The rocks near the river and waterfall provide a marvelous place for picturesque photos and sunbathing during good weather.
Destinations: Sapa – Lao Chai- Tavan - Giangtachai- Ban Ho village
Ititnerary
Day 1: Laocai Station – Sapa – Lao Chai- Tavan (B, L, D)
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Day 2: Tavan – Giangtachai- Ban Ho village (B, L, D)
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Day 3: Banho – Sapa (B, L, D)
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Day 4: Sapa – Lao cai- Hanoi (B, L, D)
Free at leisure or walk around in the market to see the locals people purchasing in Sapa market. Check out. Private vehicle transfer back to Lao Cai railway staytion for night train back to Hanoi. Over night on train.
Day 5 : Hanoi
Arrive to Hanoi at 05:00. Turn back your hotel on your own. End of the tour.
Tour Prices
| Package Class | Price per person in half-twin room | |||
| 2 pax | 3-5 pax | 6-9 pax | Single Supp | |
| 2 Star | $145 | $135 | $110 | $30 |
| 3 star | $165 | $155 | $135 | $25 |
| 4 star | $215 | $205 | $195 | $75 |
| 4 star weekend | $225 | $215 | $200 | nbsp;80 |
Tour includes
- Accommodation
- All transport as per program
- Entrance fee
- All meals
- Tour guide
- Return soft-sleeper train tickets
Tour excludes
- Drinks.
- Personal expenses.
- Entrance fee for photo or video camera to the sites.
- Tips and gratitude for guide, porters and drivers.
- Others not mentioned in the price above
What to bring:
-Sun Block
-Wide brim hat
-Camera + Film
-Comfortable shoes
-Rain gear
-Warm clothes
-Insect Repellent
-Original Passport
Sapa by train Easy 2days 3nights $ 115
A former French hill station, located in the middle of the breaktaking landscapes in the north of Vietnam, Sapa is one of the most wonderful places in Asia and is a magical combination of landscapes, ethnic cultures and bracing mountain air.
There are excellent areas for hiking through lush mountain valleys to the remote villages of diffirent minorities, including the Black H'mong and the Red Dzao ....
Destinations: Sapa- Cat Cat - Sin Chai-Lao Chai - Ta Van
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21:00 pickup at the hotel .Transfer to railway station for a night train LC1 at 22:00 to Sapa.
Day 1 : Sapa - Cat Cat - Sin Chai (B,L,D)
AM : 7h30 arrive Lao Cai, pick up at Lao Cai Station then transfer to Sapa .Check in and have breakfast in the hotel .After lunch trek to Cat Cat and Sin Chai villages of Black H'Mong tribe .Enjoy the waterfall in Cat Cat and beautiful scenery along the way .Back to hotel for dinner and enjoy the night in Sapa town .
App .4 hours trekking - 8 km .- Meals: B - L - D - Accommodation: Hotel.
Day 2 : Sapa - Lao Chai - Ta Van (B,L,D)
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App .7 hours trekking - 15 km - Meals: B - L - Accommodation: Overnight train. Tour Prices
| Package Class | Price per person in half-twin room | |||
| 2 pax | 3-5 pax | 6-9 pax | Single Supp | |
| 2 Star | $135 | $125 | $115 | $25 |
| 3 star | $160 | $145 | 130 | $35 |
| 4 star | $198 | $185 | $175 | $95 |
| 4 star weekend | $225 | $205 | $195 | nbsp;130 |
Note: We also provide the luxurious train-Victoria Cabin with extra cost 160 USD/pax
Tour includes
- Accommodation in 2 star hotel
- All transport as per program
- Entrance fee
- All meals ( B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D= Dinner )
- Tour guide
- Return soft-sleeper train tickets
Tour excludes
- Drinks.
- Personal expenses.
- Entrance fee for photo or video camera to the sites.
- Tips and gratitude for guide, porters and drivers.
- Others not mentioned in the price above
What to bring:
-Sun Block
-Wide brim hat
-Camera + Film
-Comfortable shoes
-Rain gear
-Warm clothes
-Insect Repellent
-Original Passport
Sapa Trekking 4 days 5 nights $ 148
A combination of some visits to a wide variety of ethnic minority groups generally retaining their lifestyle, traditional costume with high mountains, deep ravines and terraced fields of Vietnam will...
Destinations: Sapa - TaVan - BanHo
Black H'mong
Itenerary 
Day 1 - Get started
Pick up you at the hotel and transfer to Hanoi Railway Station for the night train at at 9:30 PM to get to Laocai Station. Sleep on the train.
Day 2 : Laocai -Sapa - TaVan: 5 hours trekking, 14 km, 3 villages.
Picked up at Laocai Railway station early in the morning by bus. Arrive at Sapa round 8:00 AM. Breakfast and relax. Depart Sapa at 11:00 AM. Take a jeep ride for the first part and go down hill to the valley. Cross MuongHoa River to get to the other mountainside for 3 villages of the H'mong and the Dzay. Stay the night at a local family in Tavan village. Picnic lunch on the way and dinner at the home-stay.
Day 3 : TaVan -BanHo 7 hours trekking, 18 km, 3 villages.
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| Morning in Sapa |
Breakfast and leave the family for the next village. Visit the Red Dzao in GiangTaChai village by way of terraced paddy fields and bamboo forests. Enjoy the natural beauty of Silver Waterfall and Rattan Bridge. Cross the river and continue going to BanHo village where the Tay people settle down. On the way to BanHo, there is more chance to see the Red Dzao and the Black H'mong in Supan village. Spend the night in BanHo village at a Tay Family. Picnic lunch on the way and dinner at the home-stay.
Day 4 : BanHo -Sapa 3 hours trekking of 7 km and 23 km by jeep.
Breakfast with the family and leave the village for a waterfall discovered by French people. Enjoy the view, swimming and return to BanHo to visit the people in the village. Say goodbye to the family and get up to the main road where to take a jeep back to Sapa. Lunch on the way and dinner in Sapa. Overnight in hotel.
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Day 5 : Sapa - Laocai Station - Hanoi
Breakfast, free to explore the town in the morning. Check out hotel. Lunch and leave Sapa in the afternoon for Laocai by bus. Take the night train to Hanoi and have dinner on the train.
Arrive in Hanoi round 5:00 AM. The end of tour.
Tour Prices
| Package Class | Price per person in half-twin room | |||
| 2 pax | 3-5 pax | 6-9 pax | Single Supp | |
| 2 Star | $178 | $158 | $148 | $25 |
| 3 star | 185 | 178 | 164 | 40 |
| 4 star | 248 | 209 | 199 | 75 |
| 4 star weekend | 268 | 219 | 209 | 80 |
Tour includes
- All meals on the tour ( 5 lunches, 5 dinners, 5 breakfast )
- 1 local beer or soft drink at every lunch and dinner,,
- English-speaking guide, Entrance fees, Security permits.
- Accommodation (Hotel and home-stay),
- Train return tickets Hanoi-Laocai (soft sleeper with air-conditioning)
- Transport by private Jeep as tour program.
- Jeep go and back as the program (motorbike for group of 1 person)
Tour excludes
- Insurance
- Drinks, Phone calls, other private expenses.
What to bring:
- Sun Block
- Wide brim hat
- Camera + Film
- Comfortable shoes
- Rain gear
- Warm clothes
- Insect Repellent
- Original Passport
Dragon's Pearl Junk-Halong Bay Cruise (3 day/ 2 night -215$)
Traditional style with today's modern amenities. 
In keeping with the tradition of wooden boat building, this 32 meter long, 8-meter we masterpiece is constructed of the finest quality materials by the hands of skilled craftsman. Designed after the Chinese sailing Junks of old, there are three traditional sails; a 13-meter main sail, a 14-meter front sail, and a 7-meter cross sail.
As you enter the Dragon's Pearl you come to the reception counter on the first of the two lower decks, which have a total of 18 twin/double fully equipped cabins. Each 9 m2, air-conditioned cabin boasts its own bathroom with hot water shower, a closet and night table. In each cabin you enjoy the elegant design of the fine woodwork that is event throughout. For your convenience, there are also 3 shared bathrooms onboard including on the dining deck.
On the 3rd floor you'll find the elegant dining room and bar, exquisitely designed with handcrafted Teak and Oak. This spacious area has 36 seats and is perfect for either a romantic dinner for two or family dining. To the rear of the deck is a cozy, covered lounging/dining area where you can enjoy the stunning views of Halong Bay through the elegant archways. On the forward deck is the captain's wheel house and a large outdoor lounging area, perfect for taking in the views while enjoying a refreshing drink or just sitting back with your favorite book.
On top is the spacious, 150 square meter tanning deck with 15 comfortable lounge chairs for you to laze away in. 8 meters above the water, you'll have a panoramic view of the limestone karsts towering from the emerald waters of Halong Bay.
Fully equipped for Safety!
Halong Bay Dragon's Pearl Cruise: To ensure your safety and peace of mind, the Dragon's pearl is fully equipped with all the necessary equipment to meet today's safety standards. Onboard there are 80 life vests, 40 life buoys and 4 lifeboats. In case of fire, the boat is equipped with 4 firefighter water hoses and 14 public fire extinguishers. We are also equipped with a GPS system, VHF radio, and an automated alarm system with 27 speakers throughout. 
Photos of the Dragon's Pearl Cruise. Sleep aboard a Chinese Junk. Highlights: Cruise aboard Halong's most luxurious Junk, explore the incredible stalagmites and stalactites of the Amazing Cave: At Cruises Halong, we understand that your quality vacation time is valuable to you, and with that in mind we designed worry free packages to help you easily plan your trip to Halong Bay and allow you to maximize time in comfort and relaxation. Our 2 day and 3 day programs are full of activities to choose from and take you to the must see sights of this legendary Bay. With so much to see and do here, we offer various options to each program, you simply choose the ones that best suit you and we do the rest! We offer a host of activities for you including swimming, visiting amazing caves and use of our sit on-top kayaks. Please visit the activities section for more information.
We set up daily cruises to Halong Bay on the Dragon's Pearl Junk. The tour duration can be 2 days and 3 days, overnight on Dragon's Pearl Junk. Note that you will stay in the Deluxe Carbin on the upper floor of the junk. The carbin is well - equipped with private bathroom, seaview window.
For those interested in adding a bit more adventure to their vacation, we also offer trekking excursions into Cat Ba National Park where you can trek 1.5hrs up to an incredible lookout point for an amazing view of the bay. One of the best ways to explore the karsts and grottos here is in a sea-kayak, and we offer a true kayaking experience that you won't soon forget. You'll receive in introductory lesson by our resent kayak professional, he'll then gue you for the day taking in caves and lagoons, incredible beaches and swimming...
Dragon's Pearl Junk-Halong Bay Cruise (3 day/ 2 night -215$)
First day: Escape from Hanoi
Pick up from Hanoi at 8:00am and drive to Halong by Luxerious car or minibus, arrive in Halong at 11:30am. At Hydrofoil habour, our crew welcome you on Dragon's Pearl Junk welcome drinks. Lunch with fresh seafood will be served right after. Check in the room after having Lunch. At 13:00pm, boat star cruising around to see the amazing karsts with different formations: Fighting Cock islet, Gom islet, Ga islet, Human Head islet, Luon cave... and then visit Amazing cave (Sung sot cave). Continue to Bo Nau cave, Ti Top island, and then there will be lots of time for swimming and sun bathing. Enjoy a great sunset dinner & relaxe. Over night on Dragon’s Pearl Junk.
Second day: Enjoy the beauty of Halong bay & discovery
Early risers can enjoy a morning view of Bay’s landscapes. Sitting on ther upper deck we can enjoy the breath - taking beauty of the rocky Islands rising from the crystal-clear waters of the Bay.The quiet is almost eerie, we can hear birds singing, cicadas chirping ashore and the gentle lapping of the waves against our boat, the perfect soundtrack to accompany the fresh air & gentle breez. Breakfast at 7:30am
After breakfast, take a smaller boat to visit Me Cung cave, to Lan Ha bay, through Ba trai dao islet, Ba Ham lake, swimming at quiet beach, Lunch on the beach or in cave. Then cruise back through Con chim, Dinh Gam islet, Hang Trai island, Con Nha islet, Du cave islet. Dinner & overnight on Dragon's Pearl.
Third day: Retreat & Brunch
Early risers can enjoy a morning view of Bay's landcapes with a cup of Tea, Coffee, fresh Fruits. From 8.00am, Boat start cruising to Float Fishing Village, to swim at quiet place, enjoy Brunch buffet at 10:30am to 11:30am. Check out at 11:35. Arrive at wharf at 12:00 noon and drive back Hanoi
Tour includes:
- Transport Hanoi - Halong - Hanoi (shared shuttle)
- Guide on board
- Full on board meals
- Entrance tickets
- Accommodation on Dragon's Pearl (deluxe carbin on the second floor)
- Boat trip
Tour excludes:
- Tips
- Laundry, telephone
- Personal expenses
- Kayaking is US$20/pax
What to bring
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Sun block
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Camera + Film
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Insect repellent
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Original Passport
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Wide brim hat
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Swimming clothes
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Sun glasses
Dragon's Pearl Cruise Halong Bay 2 days 1 night -US$105
Dragon's Peal Cruise to Halong Bay: At Asia-Tourist.com , we understand that your quality vacation time is valuable 
to you, and with that in mind we designed worry free packages to help you easily plan your trip to Halong Bay and allow you to maximize time in comfort and relaxation. Our 2 day programs are full of activities to choose from and take you to the must see sights of this legendary Bay. With so much to see and do here, we offer various options to each program, you simply choose the ones that best suit you and we do the rest! We offer a host of activities for you including swimming, visiting amazing caves and use of our sit on-top kayaks.
Price: 105 USD/person Standard Carbin on upper floor
Joined with group of 10 persons
Itinerary:
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Pick up from Hanoi at 8:00am and drive to Halong by luxurious car or mini bus, arrive in Halong at 11:30am. At Saigontourist Jetty, our crew welcome you on Dragon's Pearl Junk, enjoy welcome drinks, Lunch with fresh seafood will be served right after. Check in the room after having Lunch. At 13:00pm, boat star cruising. Cruising around to see the amazing karsts with different formations: Fighting Cock islet, Gom isletn Ga islet, Human Head islet, Luon cave... and then visit Amazing cave (Sung sot cave). Continue to Bo Nau cave, Ti Top island, and then there will be lots of time for swimming and sun bathing. Enjoy a great sunset dinner & relaxe. Over night on Dragon’s Pearl Junnk.
Second day: Enjoy the beauty of Halong bay. 
Early risers can enjoy a morning view of Bay’s landscapes with a cup of Tea, Coffee, fresh Fruits. Sitting on ther upper deck, we can enjoy the breath - taking beauty of the rocky Islands rising from the crystal-clear waters of the Bay.The quiet is almost eerie, we can hear birds singing, cicadas chirping ashore and the gentle lapping of the waves against our boat, the perfect soundtrack to accompany the fresh air and gentle breez. From 8.00am, Boat start cruising to Float Fishing Village, to swimming at quiet place, enjoy Brunch buffet at 10:30am to 11:30am. Check out at 11:35. Arrive at wharf at 12:00 noon, drive back Hanoi.
| Size of Group | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | |
| Cost (US$) | 105 | 105 | 105 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | |
| Single Supp. (US$) | 35 | - | 35 | - | 35 | - | 35 | - | |
| TOTAL (US$) | 140 | 210 | 350 | 400 | 535 | 600 | 735 | 800 |
* Children under 5 year old. Free of charge
* Children from 5 to 11 years 75% of adult tour cost
* Above 11 year old the same adult tour cost
* 01 child maximum per cabin. Child reduction applicable only if sharing a cabin with maximun of 02 adults
Tour includes:
- Transport by shared minibus (16 seater Ford Transit)
- Guide on board (English / French speaking guide)
- Meals
- Entrance tickets
- Accommodation on Dragon's Pearl (Deluxe Carbin on the upper floor/ Air Condition)
- Boat trip
Tour excludes:
- Tips
- Laundry, telephone
- Personal expenses
Unforgettable Cruise in Halong Bay 135$
Old world charm resurfaced on the calm water of Halong Bay, Vietnam with the launch of a magnificent five star vessel 
Emeraude modeled in the tradition of the grand old single wheeled paddle steamer of the colonial era. One of the great natural wonders of the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Halong Bay covers an area of 1,500 km² over which are scattered thousands of limestone islands and grottoes rising from the clear, emerald waters of the Gulf of Tonkin.
The majestic beauty of the bay and its islands is only fully appreciated while meandering among the islands, fjords and islets. The original Emeraude was one of the flotillas owned by the Roque family who left Bordeaux in 1858 in search of fame and fortune. The fleet cruised along Indochina waterways and Halong Bay in the olden days. The original Emeraude sank in the Bay in 1937. Using advanced techniques, French architects painstakingly modeled the new vessel from old photos and drawings found at the Paris' Maritime Museum. Passengers can now relax, seek total comfort in the luxurious cabins or enjoy the beautiful sea breeze on the sun deck and enjoy the splendor and serenity of nature. 
The Emeraude operates daily a two day, one night cruise. For lunch and dinner, passengers get to enjoy delicious freshly caught seafood and Vietnamese specialties. In the morning, an American style breakfast is served onboard the colonial vessel. For passengers who want more than just cruising around, the Emeraude also offer afternoon tea, traditional body massages and sunrise Tai Chi classes. The trip is completely flexible offering we variety of options for all.
Deluxe Cruise through Halong Bay, 2 Days/ 1 Night, Daily Departure
Enjoy a refreshing cocktail upon boarding the Emeraude around noon at the Emeraude Pier. After checking in, have lunch at the restaurant. 
Cruise among hundreds of islets to discover unspoilt pockets of Halong Bay and its remote, floating fishing villages. Kayak or swim from the vessel's stern deck. At the Hang Trong anchorage, whet your appetite with an onboard cooking demonstration. After sunset, enjoy dinner at the restaurant, before retiring to your cabin for a good night sleep or join the crew and learn squ fishing.
Wake up the next morning at sunrise and practice Tai Chi on the sundeck. After an energising breakfast, check out and disembark at Emeraude Pier.
Day 1: Hanoi - Ha Long Bay - Emeraude Cruise (Lunch/Dinner)
08.30-13.00: Pick up by private car at your hotel about 8.30. Spend 3 hour sight seeing country Vietnam on the way to Halong city. Arrive at Emeraude Pier just before 12.00 AM. Welcome by Emeraude staff and embark with the shuttle boat for short transfer (approximately 5 minutes) to the Emeraude. Welcome cocktail and check-in on board the Emeraude 
13.00-16.00: Cruise on the Emeraude on Halong Bay passing by some of the most scenic locations including Yen Ngua, Con Coc mountains and a floating village. Vietnamese buffet lunch is served in the Emeraude restaurant from 13.00-14.30. Followed by an excursion to Sungsot Grotto (Grotto of Surprises) with optional gue to the grotto. En-route, enjoy the view from the sun deck, or relax for professional massage (this optional service is not include in our quote). Continue cruising on Halong bay.
16.00-18.30: Anchor near Trinh Nu & Hang Trong caves. Swimming, Kayaking if weather permitted (Kayaking is optional, so not included in our service)
19.00-21.00: Vietnamese buffet dinner is served in the Emeraude dinning room. The Emeraude anchored between breathtaking Trinh Nu and Hang Trong Cave. Accommodation and overnight on board.
Day 2: Emeraude Cruise - Ha Long Bay - Hanoi (Breakfast) 
Early moring-07.00: Attend in a Tai chi course to relax yourself in the early morning of Orient or wake up early to see Sunrise.
07.00-09.00: The Emeraude sails once again through the breathtaking scenery of Halong Bay heading for Halong city, it is your time to take breakfast with European buffet breakfast at the Emeraude restaurant.
09.00-09.30: Check out of cabin.
09.30-10.00: Transfer by shuttle boat to Emeraude Pier. Pick-up by our car.
10.00 till afternoon: Transfer back to your hotel in Hanoi. End of service.
Price: $ US 135 /person (twin sharing basic)
| Cabin | Price Per Person (US$) in twin cabin | ||||
| 1Pax | 2-4 Pax | 5-6 Pax | Single supplement | ||
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| Superior Room | 245 | 145 | 140 | 135 | |
| Deluxe Room | 250 | 155 | 150 | 145 | 115 |
| Suite Room | 410 | 233 | |||
| Child from 5 – 10 years old | US$ 85/children Sharing a twin or double cabin with 02 adults on mattress | ||||
| Child under 4 years old | Free of Charge | ||||
+ Welcome cocktail
+ Entrance fee to
+ Luxury air-conditioned en-suite cabin
+ Tax and service charges
+ Vietnamese buffet lunch and dinner
+ European breakfast buffet
Sapa Trekking around Sapa 7 Days 6 Nights $ 425
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| Terrace rice field |
In the far north of Vietnam near the Chinese border is a high mountain valley laced with stunning rice terraces, forest, waterfalls and hill tribe communities. Under the dominating Hoang Lien Mountain Range, the highest in South East Asia, you trek along paths to isolated villages and spend time with the friendly people that live there.
You’ll eat fresh fare cooked over wooden fire pits, and experience hill tribe life that remains virtually uninfluenced by the outside world
Destinations: Lao Cai, Sapa, Ta Phin, Lao Chai, Ta Van, Ban Ho, Nam Cang, Nam Thang
Price: 425 per person, Minimum 02 persons
Tour includes
- English / French speaking local guide
- All transportation as specified
- All permits
- Homestay
- Train tickets Hanoi–Lao Cai return on the luxurious ET- Pumpkin carriage
- Meals and drink as specified
Tour excludes
- Travel Insurance
- Personal expenses
- Camera and film
- All other meals and services not mentioned above
Accommodation
- Home - Stay
Sapa Map
Itinerary: ;)
Day 1: Hanoi – Lao Cai (Rail)
Overnight train ride in the luxurious Sapa train to Lao Cai.
Day 2: Lao Cai – Sapa – Lao Chai San – Lao Chai – Ta Van (Road, Trek 14 km)
Morning pick up at the station then a drive up an enormous terraced valley to Sapa by jeep. Pick up your local guide who speaks the hill tribe dialects and head out into the mountains after lunch. Hike along small paths and visit two H’mong villages at Lao Chai San and Lao Chai. Enjoy a one-hour musical performance by H’mong children. Continue along small village paths to a Giay village in Ta Van. Free time in the afternoon to explore the village. Overnight in Ta Van. (B, L, D)
Day 3: Ta Van – Cau May (Road, Trek 18 km)
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Day 4: Cau May – Thanh Phu (Trek 7 km)
Morning trek through forest to Seo Trung Ho village for lunch. Afternoon trek on village paths past a quiet swimming hole to the Tay village of Thanh Phu. Dinner and overnight in the village. (B, L, D)
Day 5: Thanh Phu – Nam Thang (Trek 15 km)
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Day 6: Nam Thang – Ban Ho (Trek 7 km)
Morning walk to two villages populated by Xa Pho people, a very small and distinct ethnic group. After lunch, journey through forest to the Tay village of Ban Ho. Afternoon free to explore the countryside around the village. Overnight in Ban Ho. (B, L, D)
Day 7: Ban Ho – Sapa– Lao Cai – Hanoi (Road & Rail)
Morning walk to the countryside around Ban Ho. Jeep ride back up to Sapa for a farewell party. Afternoon shuttle back down to Lao Cai for the Sapa night train to Hanoi for departure. (B, L, D)
What to bring:
-Sun Block
-Wide brim hat
-Camera + Film
-Comfortable shoes
-Rain gear
-Warm clothes
-Insect Repellent
-Original Passport
Thursday, May 1, 2008
Vietnam Royal - Daily departure
( 17 days - 16nights ) Vietnam Royal - Daily departure
All the highlights of this stunning country are covered in this compact trip. The history, the old-world charm and the vibrant colour are just some of the things you'll experience on this journey through startlingly beautiful Vietnam.
This trip can be started from Hanoi
DAY 1: HO CHI MINH CITY (L, D)
Welcomed at Tan Son Nhat airport and transfered to Hotel. Short city tour to the Reunification Hall, China Town and Thien Hau Pagoda. Welcome dinner on boat to cruise along Sai Gon river to see Saigon by night. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
DAY 2: MEKONG DELTA (B, L, D)
A.M. Leave for My Tho town of Tien Giang province (the first province in the Mekong Delta - about 75 km from Ho Chi Minh City). Visit Dong Tam snake-farm and Vinh Trang pagoda. Boat trip on Mekong river to visit the fruit gardens and peasants' houses on a islet. Lunch at a typical restaurant of Mekong Delta. P.M. Return to HoChiMinh City. Shopping. Dinner at Royal restaurant and enjoy special Vietnamese Traditional Dance Show.
DAY 3: HO CHI MINH CITY - PHAN THIET (B, L, D)
Drive to Phan Thiet, a famous beach 200km to the North of Ho Chi Minh City. Check in at a lovely beach resort as Blue Ocean or Bamboo Village. Free bathing with sun and white sand at the resort. Night at the resort.
DAY 4: PHAN THIET (B, L, D)
Enjoy the beach at sunrise. After breakfast visit the famous moving sand-hill of Phan Thiet. Visit Poshanu Cham Tower, Duc Thanh School. Night at the resort.
DAY 5: PHAN THIET - NHA TRANG (B, L, D)
A.M. Visit Phan Thiet Market. Then transfer to Nha Trang city, 250 km North of Phan Thiet which is considered as the best beach of Vietnam. Check in hotel. Relax at the beach in front of the hotel. Seafood dinner. Overnight in Nha Trang.
DAY 6: NHA TRANG - ISLANDS (B, L, D)
Full day boat trip to visit Tri Nguyen Aquarium, Hon Tam Island. Sea-bathing in the blue water beach. You can also enjoy diving or snorkelling at the islands. Night in Nha Trang.
DAY 7: NHA TRANG (B, L, D)
A.M. Drive to Nha Phu Bay and get reach of the Monkey Island by a boat. Visit Monkey Island and admire playfull performances of the monkeys.
P.M. Visit Ponagar Cham tower, Hon Chong Promontory, Long Son Pagoda, Dam Market. Overnight in Nha Trang.
DAY 8: NHA TRANG -HOI AN (B, L, D) ( Flight )
Transfer to Nha Trang Airport for flight VN 334 to Da Nang (08:15 - 09:35). Meet and transfer to Hoi An ancient town, 30 km South of Da Nang, one of the World's Cutural Heritage. Visit Japanese Bridge, Chinese Pagoda… Dinner and overnight in Hoi An.
DAY 9: HOI AN - DA NANG - BANA RESORT(B, L, D)
Transfer to Danang for visiting Ngu Hanh (Marble) Mountains, Non Nuoc Beach, Cham Museum. Continue to Ba Na Mountain Resort by car and get on the resort by telepheric. Visit Ba Na and stay overnight to enjoy the pleasant weather.
DAY 10: BA NA - HUE (B, L, D)
Visit Ba Na. Then transfer to Hue, the old capital city of Vietnam, 120 km from Danang. You will have a chance to view the Hai Van Pass, the most beautiful mountain-pass of Vietnam. Check in hotel. Enjoy a King-style dinner in which you will be dressed and served as the King or the Queen. Night in Hue.
DAY 11: HUE (B, L, D)
A.M. Boat ride along Perfume River to visit Thien Mu pagoda, Minh Mang King's Mausoleum and Hon Chen Temple.
P.M. Visit Tu Duc and Khai Dinh's Mausoleums, Tu Hieu pagoda. Night in Hue.
DAY 12: HUE - HANOI (B, L, D) ( Flight )
A.M. Visit Hue Imperial Citadel, Dong Ba Market.
P.M. Transfer to Phu Bai Airport for flight VN 246 to Hanoi (15:00 - 16:05). Meet at Noi Bai airport and transfer to hotel. Evening enjoy Water-puppet show - a Vietnamese famous traditional art. Overnight at hotel.
DAY 13: HANOI (B, L, D)
Full day city tour to Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Ho Chi Minh House-on-stilts, Ho Chi Minh Museum and One-Pillar Pagoda, Hanoi Old Quarter, Temple of Literature (the first University of Vietnam), Restored Sword Lake, Tran Quoc Pagoda. Dinner at Lake-side restaurant. Overnight in Hanoi.
DAY 14: HANOI - HAI PHONG - CAT BA (B, L, D)
A.M. Transfer to Hai Phong seaside city (110 km). Board on a hydrofoil to travel to Cat Ba Island.
P.M. Visit Cat Ba National Park, Trung Trang Cave, Cat Co Beach. Canoe ride around Cat Ba. Overnight in Cat Ba.
DAY 15: CAT BA - HA LONG (B, L, D)
A.M. Boat cruise to Halong Bay to admire thousands of charming islands and natural caves with various shape of stalagmites such as Thien Cung, Dau Go. Lunch on board with seafood.
P.M. Check in hotel. Dinner and overnight in Halong.
DAY 16: HA LONG - HANOI (B, L, D)
AM: Transfer back to Hanoi.
P.M. At leisure or free for shopping. Dinner and enjoy traditional music show. Overnight in Hanoi.
DAY 17: HANOI - DEPARTURE (B)
Transfer to airport for departure.
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Accommodation offering in this trip ( click to see ):
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Tour Cost includes:
- Full transportation by private car or bus as tour program indicated.
- Full meals as indicated in the itinerary.
- 2 Domestic flights : Nhatrang - Danang., Hue -Hanoi
- English or French - speaking guide
- Entrance fees.
- Private Boat trip in Halong bay , Perfume River, Nhatrang, Tiengiang river in Mytho.
- Hight speedboat ticket : Haiphong - CatBa
- Twin-share accommodation with daily breakfast; ( AC room)
Tour Cost excludes:
- International airport tax in Hanoi at USD 14.00 nett per person
- International airfare to/from Vietnam
- Personal insurance
- Expenditure of a personal nature, tips, such as drinks, souvenirs, laundry, emergency transfers & etc.
- Visa to Vietnam
Trip Summary:
| Where: | Trip starts in Hochiminh and ends in Hanoi |
| When: | All year round; |
| Grade: | Moderate to Strenous; |
| Accommodation: | Tourist-class hotels (Standard and clean hotel), |
| Transport: | Private car or bus, boat, public ferry, |
| Meals: | As indicated; |