Halong Bay - Jasmine Cruise

General
Enjoy the intimacy of a small party within the space of Halong Bay's largest cruise junk. A lengthy 55 meters from bow to stern and measuring an impressive 11 meters wide, Jasmine Cruise Halong can accommodate 80 passengers at any one time across four luxurious decks, with an overnight capacity of 48. The attention to detail and quality of design is apparent in every inch of this newly-built junk, artfully marrying space, rich 1930s Indochina-style wooden décor and exquisite ornamentation throughout its air-conditioned bedrooms, restaurant, bars and communal spaces.

Deck plan
* Main deck: 12 premium cabins from 101 to 112, connecting rooms 106 & 108; 105 & 107

* Upper deck : 02 Jasmine suite 207 & 208, 09 Jasmine deluxe from 201 to 206 & 209 to 211, 01 Jasmine premium room 212

* Restaurant & Bar:

Jasmine Superior
There are a total of 12 Jasmine Superior Staterooms (2 double and 10 twins) available. With a floor space of 17sqm, the Superiors are located on the main deck with teak-wood furniture. Panoramic French-styled windows and tastefully chosen décor make the Superior category a cozy accommodation.

Jasmine Deluxe cabins
The Deluxe Staterooms sit on the main deck of the junk. There are a total of nine staterooms. The rooms have a floor space of 18 sqm with a small balcony (2sqm) to sit and daydream. The décor is classy - with marvelous wooden finishing. Pleasing paintings and well designed amenities decorate this room. The bath has, as all Jasmine Staterooms, a glass covered standing shower.

Jasmine Junior Suite
The two Jasmine Junior Suites, located on the main deck, are regally furnished with a large floor space of 24sqm. After a day of excursions, immerse yourself in the Jacuzzi or step out on your balcony (2sqm) for a spectacular view of the Bay during sunset.

Facilities & Services

Reception	24 – hour security	Library
Safe deposit box at reception	Conference & meeting facilities	Luggage store facility
Doctor on call	IDD at the reception	Internet at the reception
Meeting & Conference	Beach Party	Music performance
Kayaking.Inside Cave Party	Kayaking.Special Events upon request

DAY ONE
12.30 Boarding - Enjoy Welcome Drink, receive cruise briefing and safety instructions.
12.45 Check in and begin cruise.
13.30 Lunch is served.
Spa services are available after lunch and throughout the cruise. There is a menu of available services in your cabin. You may
book services with Spa staff after lunch or at any time with any of the boat's management or guide staff.
16.00 Arrive at the Cua Van floating fishing village area. Upon arrival we will transfer by tender to Tien Ong cave. There are many
caves in Halong Bay, but Tien Ong is the most recently explored and opened for public access. In 2007 a team of Vietnamese
archeologists conducted extensive research which led to the discovery of human bones and artifacts dating to 10,000 - 8,000 BC. The
cave has a wide, but short entrance which is said to resemble the shape of a frog's mouth. The cave is 5 meters above sea level and is
50 meters deep and covers 1000 square meters, almost evenly split into two chambers. We will tour the cave for about 15 minutes.
From the cave we will re-board the tender and make the short trip to the village. There are two options for exploring the village. One
option is to transfer on small bamboo boats rowed by the local people. The second option is to travel by kayak (self-rowed). The
kayaking option is $15 per person.
17.30 Depart and sail for about 45 minutes to Luom Bo area, where we will anchor for overnight.
17.45 Our Chef will demonstrate the preparation of a particular Vietnamese cuisine in the dining room. Our guide will let you know
what item will be prepared and will explain the process during the demonstration. Duration about is 20 - 30 minutes.
19.30 Dinner is served.
21.00 Short presentation is given about Halong Bay in the dining room.

DAY TWO

06.30 Coffee, tea and breakfast pastries served in the dining room.
07.00 Enjoy Tai Chi instruction on the sundeck (duration about 20 minutes).
07.15 Arrive at Titop Island.
07.45 Transfer by tender to the island. There is a beach for swimming and you may also hike to the top of the island for great views
and photo opportunities. The hike involves walking up about 400 stone steps; it normally takes about 10-20 minutes to the top. There is
a large viewing deck about half-way up with amazing panoramic views. This may be as far as you will need or want to climb, but if you
wish you may continue the top. If you are hiking please be sure to wear proper footwear. We will spend about 45 minutes on the island.
08.45 Upon return to the boat you will have time to freshen up and finish packing. When checking out please remove all of your
belongings from the cabins, you may leave heavy luggage outside of the cabins (staff will transfer directly to the pier). Depart for Tuan
ChauMarina.
09.30 Check out of cabins at 9:30 please. Breakfast served in the dining room. We will settle bills after breakfast. Relax on the
sundeck or in the dining room enjoying the bay scenery as we approach the pier.
11:00 Disembark atHeritage Line Lounge in Tuan Chau New Marina.

PLEASE NOTE THAT TIMES ARE APPROXIMATE AND MAY VARY SLIGHTLY
ITINERARY SUBJECT TO CHANGE WHEN NECESSARY

DAY ONE
12.30 Boarding - Enjoy Welcome Drink, receive cruise briefing and safety instructions.
12.45 Check in and begin cruise.
13.30 Lunch is served.
Spa services are available after lunch and throughout the cruise. There is a menu of available services in your cabin. You may
book services with Spa staff after lunch or at any time with any of the boat's management or guide staff.
16.00 Arrive at the Cua Van floating fishing village area. Upon arrival we will transfer by tender to Tien Ong cave. There are many
caves in Halong Bay, but Tien Ong is the most recently explored and opened for public access. In 2007 a team of Vietnamese
archeologists conducted extensive research which led to the discovery of human bones and artifacts dating to 10,000 - 8,000 BC. The
cave has a wide, but short entrance which is said to resemble the shape of a frog's mouth. The cave is 5 meters above sea level and is
50 meters deep and covers 1000 square meters, almost evenly split into two chambers. We will tour the cave for about 15 minutes.
From the cave we will re-board the tender and make the short trip to the village. There are two options for exploring the village. One
option is to transfer on small bamboo boats rowed by the local people. The second option is to travel by kayak (self-rowed). The
kayaking option is $15 per person.
17.30 Depart and sail for about 45 minutes to Luom Bo area, where we will anchor for overnight.
17.45 Our Chef will demonstrate the preparation of a particular Vietnamese cuisine in the dining room. Our guide will let you know
what item will be prepared and will explain the process during the demonstration. Duration about is 20 - 30 minutes.
19.30 Dinner is served.
21.00 Short presentation is given about Halong Bay in the dining room.

DAY TWO
06.30 Coffee, tea and breakfast pastries served in the dining room.
07.00 Enjoy Tai Chi instruction on the sundeck (duration about 20 minutes).
08.00 Transfer by tender to our day boat, Sunset. Breakfast will be served as the boat sets sail for the Surprise cave.
09.15 Arrive at the Surprise cave, the biggest cave in Ha Long Bay with 10,000 square meters, when you visit the cave like
our Vietnamese house with three chambers as lobby, dining room and bedroom with most beautiful stalagmites and
stalactites.We will tour the cave for about 60 minutes.
10.15 Set sail for the Luon Cave. Join the kayaking excursion to the Luon cave and surrounding waters. Kayaking duration
is about 45 minutes. There will also be time for relaxing on board with beautiful scenery.
12.15 Lunch is served.
13.30 Set sail for the Pearl Farm Village, and visit Pearl Factory.
14.30 Depart form the Pearl Farm Village area and sail for the Titop island to rejoin the main boat.
15.00 Return to the main boat and free time for spa, massage and sightseeing till dinner.
17.45 Our Chef will demonstrate the preparation of a particular Vietnamese cuisine in the dining room. Our guide will let
you know what item will be prepared and will explain the process during the demonstration. Duration about 20 - 30 minutes
19.30 Dinner is served.
21.00 Short presentation is given about Halong Bay in the dining room.

DAY THREE
06.30 Coffee, tea and breakfast pastries served in the dining room.
07.00 Enjoy Tai Chi instruction on the sundeck (duration about 20 minutes).
07.15 Arrive at Titop Island.
07.45 Transfer by tender to the island. There is a beach for swimming and you may also hike to the top of the island for
great views and photo opportunities. The hike involves walking up about 400 stone steps; it normally takes about 10-15
minutes to the top. If you plan on hiking please be sure to wear proper footwear. We will spend about 45 minutes on the
island.
08.45 Upon return to the boat you will have time to freshen up and finish packing. Please remove all of your belongings
from the cabins, you may leave heavy luggage outside of the cabins (staff will transfer directly to the pier). Depart for Tuan
ChauMarina.
09.30 Breakfast served in the dining room. We will settle bills after breakfast. Relax on the sundeck or in the dining room
enjoying the bay scenery as we approach the pier.
11:00 Disembark atHeritage Line Lounge in Tuan Chau New Marina.
PLEASE NOTE THAT TIMES ARE APPROXIMATE AND MAY VARY SLIGHTLY
ITINERARY SUBJECT TO CHANGE WHEN NECESSARY

“Halong Jasmine Overnight Cruise on Halong Bay…..Exceptional Experience!!!” from Emma – Georgia
My husband and I traveled to Vietnam for a North to South tour in April 2009. Our second stop was Halong Bay…..and to be honest, I did not expect it to live up the photos I’d seen on the internet. I was 100% wrong! Halong Bay is a gorgous place….full of beauty and wonder. Our experience was made more perfect by taking the Halong Jasmine overnight cruise. We were lucky enough to be upgraded to a suite. Upon entering the room I was taken back by the space and charm of the room……the decorations were traditional Veitnamese and the jacuzzi made a world of difference! The staff and the food were also top notch….they even catered to vegetarians and food allergies. A quick side story…..the owner of the Jasmine took customer service to the NEXT LEVEL by offering my husband and I a ride (in his personal car) back to the city (3 hour trek!). Along the way, he entertained us with stories about Vietnam culture, how he started his business, and his plans to expand. Now that’s exceeding expectations! Would definitely recommend Halong Bay and the Halong Jasmine cruise to anyone interested in Northern Vietnam!

“Amazing Experience with Cruise Lan Ha Bay” from Leah M. Parker, Melbourne, Australia
We got a short trip to Vietnam with Cruise Lan Ha Bay and booked Jasmine Cruise. The Jasmine is traditional wooden Chinese junk, with a 30s style Indochina decor. I stayed in a main deck cabin without a balcony, it provided all I needed for two nights; although it would have been nice to have had a cabin with private deck. The highlight of the cruise was the second day with a visit to Bai Tu Long Bay which is more far more beautiful and far less touristy than Halong Bay. The bike ride on Cat Bay Island and kayaking in the bay were experiences of a life time! The ship staff were all very friendly and attentive all spoke English. Food was another highlight fresh local seafood with shrimp, clams, mussels, calamari, sea bass...We absolutely loved every moment of the cruise, especially the lunch on the first day on the Jasmine!