Halong Bay is a natural tourist attraction of the most famous in Vietnam. The word literally means Ha Long Bay "the bay where the dragon descent". According to legend, when Vietnam was at war with China, the dragon family down to earth and help the Vietnamese.
Located in the north, Halong Bay is bordered by the waters of China. This place is pretty cool with a subtropical climate. If you have the opportunity visit there, time to stay one night on junk boat or timber ship.
Tourists usually stay in Hanoi for later toured Halong Bay which is about 178 km, which can be reached within 3.5 hours by car. If you live in the Old Quarter around Hoan Kiem Lake in Hanoi, you will find a variety of tour operators.
Seleksilah, and see where the cheapest before you decide. Try to go to Ma May St. in the Old Quarter, where there are several tour operators that can be relied upon by a variety of tour options in accordance with the desires and your pocket.
I myself use the Indochina Sails. We depart from the Old Quarter at 08.00 local time with the bus. Besides my husband and I, the other tour participants are Westerners. Along the way, the tour guide explains about Vietnam in general, the history and of course tourism.
Before arriving at the dock, we passed the town of Halong is very different from my imagination about the city on the shores of the bay. The city is looking not so crowded, but everywhere looks high-rise buildings are not finished. The soil tends to dry, his city was not tidy.
On the pier, each ship has its own foyer. Shortly before noon, we were preparing to board the ship, escorted a small lifeboat. When it arrived in our room was spellbound. Timber ship that has facilities that are not inferior to a five star hotel. After all the passengers go up, the ship began to sail.
Shortly after sailing, we began to enjoy the beauty of karst islands in a sea of blue-green and bright blue sky. Many tourists choose to bask in the top deck. Afternoon was concluded with a delicious meal.
After that, the ship went to Titop, an island which is part of UNESCO world heritage national park. In Titop, tourists can climb the stairs up to the top of the hill (approximately 15 minutes) and watch the scenery of Halong Bay. Thousands lined the mist shrouded karst islands in the middle of the ocean blue.
The journey continues to the Bat Cave. Here, tourists can enjoy kayaking adventure ride into the cave, or visit the floating villages around the place.
Floating village in Halong Bay is much nicer than I've ever seen in Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam), Thailand, or Cambodia. Here the villages are more natural, and far from land. In addition, the village is also equipped with schools, health centers such clinics, and shops. Children younger than five years had been accustomed to using their own boat.
By evening, no less beautiful scenery. From the ship looks sunset. Golden tinge in contrast with the atmosphere surrounding the dominant color of blue. At times like this, Halong Bay was mysterious.
The first day was concluded with throw nets in the region Luon Bo. We also enjoy the seafood as much. Crabs, fish, squid, mussels are all burned and ready to eat.
After the morning came, lifted the anchor and the ship continued on to Surprise Cave, a small fishing village. We came down to enjoy this place.
By noon, the ship sailed back to shore. When noon came, we arrived at Bai Chai or Halong Pier.
Choosing a tour Halong Bay
There are many operators who provide tours of Halong Bay. If you have the time in Hanoi, you can gather information with a visit from one operator to another. If not, you can order directly via the Internet at higher prices. But not to worry, if not the holiday season, chances are you got a promotional price.
Choose the tour that you see fit, and more importantly with the funds you have. Tour operators will offer packages ranging from a full day without a stay, two days to four days. Usually the day of the 3rd and 4th will be filled with a kayak tour to Halong Bay areas more remote.
Account the funds you have for staying in the timber ship is certainly more expensive than the hotel. Halong Bay package prices vary between $ 25 to $ 250.
My advice is to spend at least one night in the wooden boat, having to sleep on the boat in the middle of the mysterious Halong Bay is an unforgettable experience. If you have more time, you can take a longer package. What is important, lest you run out of time to mengelililingi Hanoi city which is also very beautiful!
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