“Valentine”, launched in late 2007, is perfect for those seeking a more exclusive and intimate experience. Valentine is a full service vessel offering all the facilities and amenities of our larger boats, but with only five cabins; four Deluxe cabins at 19 square meters each and one Suite cabin at 30 square meters. All of the on Valentine bathrooms feature bathtub/Jacuzzis as well as showers.

Length: 27 m
Width: 7.2 m Height: 17 m
Depth: 2.2 m
Number of Cabins: 5
Dining Room Bar & Sundeck

Valentine Deluxe: International-standard cabin design with rich wooden interior, comfortable bedding with luxuriant linens and marble ensuite bathroom with Massage and Rainfall Showers and separate Tub/Jacuzzi. Available as Twin or Double, size 19 m2.

Valentine Suite: International-standard cabin design with rich wooden interior, comfortable bedding with luxuriant linens and marble ensuite bathroom with Massage and Rainfall Showers and separate Tub/Jacuzzi. In addition to larger size, Suite cabin offers Second Deck location. Available as Double only, size 30 m2.

Facilities:
Individually controlled Air-conditioning
En-suite Luxury Bathroom
Massage Shower and Rainfall Showers
Separate Tub/Jacuzzi
Deluxe Toilet Amenities and Towels
Hairdryer, Bathrobe and Slippers
High-quality White Bed Linen
Fresh Flowers
In-house Telephone
Mini Bar and Safe
Complimentary Drinking Water
Safety Equipment and Life Vests

Activities

Our itineraries are designed to maximize your holiday experience and enjoyment; included are daytime excursions to the largest floating fishing village on the bay and to an island featuring swimming and a climb to the best panoramic view of the bay. We offer kayaking through caves into peaceful lakes surrounded by limestone mountains. We also tour one of the bay’s largest and most spectacular indoor caves, “Sung Sot” or “Surprise Cave”.

Evening activities include an assortment of board games and film entertainment, and fishing for squid from the boat with our crew. We also offer, in squid season, an evening excursion to a nearby squid fishing boat for an up-close look at the local fishermen plying the waters of the bay for squid and other fish.

We offer kayaking in all of our itineraries for a unique opportunity to see some of Halong Bay’s most interesting scenery while being as close to the sea as possible. Our kayaking excursions incorporate paddling through amazing caves and into placid and peaceful lagoons bringing you as close to the wildlife of Halong Bay as possible. Sightings of monkeys and bats are often part of the excursions.

Onboard massage services are available as well to enhance your cruise. Each morning we offer our guests a unique start to their day; Tai Chi on the sundeck. They may join our Tai Chi masters for an introduction to this ancient form of meditative exercise. By imitating the movements of the instructor one will benefit externally and internally, physically and mentally, enjoying a balance and unity of the outer and inner self.

Day 1: Hanoi – Ha Long Cruise (L, D) 

11:30  Arrive at Bai Chay/Halong pier.
12:15 Transfer by tender to the Indochina Sails boat – enjoy Welcome Drink. Receive cruise briefing and check in to cabins and begin cruise.
13:00  Lunch - deluxe Vietnamese and International Set Menu.
Massage service is available beginning after lunch and throughout the cruise.
14.30  Arrive at Titop Island. Enjoy swimming, relaxing on the beach and climbing the steps to the top of the mountain on the island for fantastic views and photo opportunities. Water and towels supplied. We will spend about 45 minutes on the island.
15.15 Transfer back to the boat and sail for approximately 45 minutes to our second destination - the Bat Cave area.
16.15 Arrive at the Bat Cave area. There are two programs to choose from at this time. One option is a 40 minute kayaking program to the nearby Bat Cave and lagoon and surrounding waters. Kayaking is $10. per person unless already booked as part of your package. Water is supplied.
The second option is to visit the largest floating fishing village in Halong Bay. We will travel to the village on the tender and tour the village for approximately 20 minutes.
18:30  Arrive at Luon Bo area - anchor for overnight.
19:00  Dinner - deluxe Vietnamese & Western Buffet or Set Menu Dinner.
20:30  Evening activities include: film entertainment in the dining room at approximately 9:15, board games and playing cards are available, join squid fishing from the boat with our crew, massage services are available. Also at this time we offer, when possible - depending on weather conditions, an excursion to a nearby squid fishing boat. We travel by tender and you will be able to board the squid boat and see how the local fishermen catch squid and other fish, the excursion lasts about 45 minutes.
21:00 – 23:00  Happy Hour! Buy one drink - get one free (wine excluded).
23.00  End of program for Day One

Day 2: Ha Long – Hanoi (B, L)

6:45  Coffee, tea and breakfast pastries served in the dining room.
7:00  Arrive at the Surprise Cave area, there is a small fishing village here. Relax onboard. You may join Tai Chi instruction on the sundeck at 7:00, duraion about 30 minutes.
8:00  Transfer by tender to the Surprise Cave. Walk up the 100 steps to the entrance of the cave and tour on foot for approximately 45 minutes.
9:00  Upon return to the boat take time to freshen up and please check-out of cabins. Please leave heavy luggage outside of the cabins (staff will transfer to the pier). Depart for Bai Chay/Halong pier.
9:30  Enjoy Breakfast Set Menu or Buffet served in the dining room. Settle bills in the dining room after breakfast.
10:00  Relax on the sundeck or in the dining room and enjoy the bay scenery as we approach the pier.
10:45  Arrive at Bai Chay/Halong pier.
11:00  Transfer by tender to the pier, relax inside the pier building while waiting for return transportation.

* Times of activities may vary slightly. Itinerary subject to change when necessary.

Included:
Welcome Drink

Cruise Itinerary and Program
Entrance and Sightseeing Fees

In-house English-speaking Tour Guide

Luxurious Cabins with A/C and en-suite Bathrooms

Deluxe Vietnamese and International

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Taxes and Service Charges

Excluded:
Airfares, Transfers Hanoi - Ha Long - Hanoi.

Hotels

Visa Arrangements

Massage Services

Kayaking (when not pre-booked)

Beverages, Tips

Personal Expenses
Any other services not clear mention in itinerary and the trip included portion.

-          Extra mattress : USD 30.00/night

-          Shuttle bus: USD 25.00/ADULT/return - USD 13.00/kid/return ( under 12 years old )

-          Kayaking:  USD 15.00/double kayak/2 pax/ 1 hour or  USD 30.00/double kayak ( no limited time)

-          Private car 2 ways: On request.

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TRANSPORT TARIFF

NOTES

• Cruise Itinerary and Program may be subject at anytime without prior notice

• Advanced reservation is required by providing full passenger details in prescribed standard format, including Full Name, Date of Birth, Nationality, Passport Number, Visa Expiry Date etc.

• A valid passport is required upon check-in onboard.

• 25% surcharges apply for cruises on Christmas (24/12), New Year (31/12) and Tet Holidays

• Major credit cards are accepted onboard

What to bring:

Original passport, swimming suites, sun glasses, insect repellent

Children policy:

-          Under 5 years old: FOC sharing fully-paid cabin, limited to one child per cabin only From 5 to 11 years old: 50% of adult’s rate

-          From 12 years old and above 50% of adult’s rate

SPECIAL PROMOTION IN SUMMER 

Discount 10 USD/cabin for all booking to 31^st August, 2009