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Halong Bay Tours, Vacation Packages & Travel Experiences

  • Halong Bay is a Unesco World Heritage Site and is a must inclusion when booking a Vietnam vacation.
  • One of Vietnam's most popular tourist destinations
  • Halong Bay features thousands of limestone karsts and isles
  • Fishing is an important industry

Touted as the Eighth Wonder of the World, Halong Bay is located in northern Vietnam, 170 km (105 mi) east of Hanoi, and is considered a popular travel destination on a Vietnam.vacation.

Halong Bay features thousands of limestone karsts along with islets of various shapes and sizes. With an approximate area of around 1,553 sq km, Halong Bay’s core zone, at an area of 334 sq km, has gone through 500 million years of formation in different conditions and environments, earning it a listing as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Stretching along 120 km of coastline, Halong Bay is located in Quang Ninh province, and is administered by Halong City, Cam Pha Town, and part of Van Don District.

The name Ha Long means ‘descending dragon’, and refers to a legend about a family of dragons send by the gods to defend a developing Vietnam. The dragons spat out jewels and jade which turned into islands and islets dotting the bay, all linking together to form a great wall against invaders.

While most of the limestone islands are topped by jungle vegetation, others are hollow and feature enormous caves, including Hang Dau Go, a grotto which features a huge cave of three chambers.

While there are a number of islands that feature beautiful beaches, there are two islands that have permanent inhabitants, as well as hotels for tourists on a Vietnam vacation. Tuan Chau, located southwest of Halong City, is covered by pine forest and features two man-made beaches, as well as an octagonal vacationing house once used by Ho Chi Minh, which now serves as a memorial site to the late president. Cat Ba, part of the Cat Ba archipelago, is the largest island with half its area being covered by a national park. Commonly used as a stop for tours of Halong Bay from Hanoi, Cat Ba features inhabitants living in several communes as well as floating fishing villages off its coast.

Whether exploring Halong Bay by a Chinese-style junk or high speed boat, visitors on vietnam vacation packages will marvel at the emerald waters, impressive rock formations, and majestic beauty of Halong Bay.

 

 

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Learn about the history and culture of Vietnam, the must-try food and drink, and what to pack in your suitcase. Read about Vietnam's nature and wildlife, weather and geography, along with 'Country Quickfacts' compiled by our travel experts. Our globetrotting tips, as well as our visa and health information will help ensure you're properly prepared for a safe and enjoyable trip. The only way you could possibly learn more is by embarking on your journey and discovering Vietnam for yourself. Start exploring… book one of our Vietnam tours today!

 

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After your Vietnam tour consider taking the time to visit other destinations. Goway offers exciting China vacation packages, India tours and Thailand vacation packages plus a comprehensive selection of vacation packages in many other Asian countries.

 

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Halong Bay

  • Halong Bay: Bai Tho Junk Cruise: 2 Days

    Imagine leisurely cruising around this exceedingly beautiful area with its limestone pillars, cliffs, arches and coves. The beauty of Halong Bay is best experienced aboard a cruise.
    Duration:
    2 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 375
    Trip Type:
    Cruises & Sailing
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  • Halong Bay: Bhaya Cruises: 2 Days

    The Bhaya ship is more than just a cruise, it is an experience. Everything from the natural beauty of the seascape in the Bay to the smallest attention to detail combine to make the Bhaya experience the ultimate in Halong Bay cruises!
    Duration:
    2 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 419
    Trip Type:
    Cruises & Sailing
    Vietnam See Trip Details

  • Halong Bay: Bhaya Cruises: 3 Days

    The Bhaya ship is more than just a cruise, it is an experience. Everything from the natural beauty of the seascape in the Bay to the smallest attention to detail combine to make the Bhaya experience the ultimate in Halong Bay cruises!
    Duration:
    3 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 853
    Trip Type:
    Cruises & Sailing
    Vietnam See Trip Details

  • Halong Bay: Paradise Elegance Cruise: 2 Days

    The Paradise Luxury was built according to the traditional Vietnamese junk design and presents a lavish outfit blending in subtle harmony with the natural environment. 68 cabins and suites as well as an exciting array of activities to be enjoyed while experiencing the spectacular scenery of Halong Bay.
    Duration:
    2 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 506
    Trip Type:
    Cruises & Sailing
    Vietnam See Trip Details

  • Halong Bay: Paradise Luxury Cruise: 3 Days

    The Luxurious vessel was built according to the traditional Vietnamese junk design and presents a lavish outfit blending in subtle harmony with the natural environment. 68 cabins and suites as well as an exciting array of activities to be enjoyed while experiencing the spectacular scenery of Halong Bay.
    Duration:
    3 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 797
    Trip Type:
    Cruises & Sailing
    Vietnam See Trip Details

  • Scenic Vietnam

    Goway's 15 Day Scenic Vietnam travels to exotic Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hue, Hoi An, Nha Trang and Ho Chi Minh City
    Duration:
    15 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 1,815
    Trip Type:
    Single Friendly, Small Group Touring
    Vietnam See Trip Details

  • Vietnam & Temples of Angkor

    Explore two countries with startling contrasts and countless treasures. Energetic cities, tranquil villages, ancient capitals, aromatic street food, and beautiful natural settings all make up part of the experience in Cambodia and Vietnam. From Hanoi to Siem Reap, see the best of Indochina on this unforgettable trip.
    Duration:
    15 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 2,820
    Trip Type:
    Small Group Touring
    Vietnam See Trip Details

  • Vietnam Insight

    Gain a deeper understanding of magical Vietnam with a more in depth journey through its historic highlights. Experience the busy streets of Hanoi and Saigon, pus the tranquil farmhouses of the Mekong Delta, the ancient towns of Hoi An and Hue, and be the serene beauty of misty Halong Bay.
    Duration:
    11 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 1,685
    Trip Type:
    Small Group Touring
    Vietnam See Trip Details

  • Vietnam Showcase: ex Hanoi

    The perfect itinerary to experience the highlights of a fast emerging major tourist destination, find out why Vietnam is so highly thought of. Travel southbound.
    Duration:
    13 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 2,473
    Trip Type:
    Tailor-made Travel Ideas
    Vietnam See Trip Details

  • Vietnam Showcase: ex Ho Chi Minh City

    The perfect itinerary to experience the highlights of a fast emerging major tourist destination, find out why Vietnam is so highly thought of. Travel northbound.
    Duration:
    13 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 2,460
    Trip Type:
    Tailor-made Travel Ideas
    Vietnam See Trip Details

  • Vintage Vietnam

    Explore the country of Vietnam from south to north. Passing from Ho Chi Minh City to Hoi An, Hue, and Hanoi, you’ll witness the country’s kaleidoscope of wonderful people and picturesque landscapes and experience the historical temples, spectacular coastline, and lively cities that make it such a unique country.
    Duration:
    15 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 2,830
    Trip Type:
    Active & Adventurous, Single Friendly, Small Group Touring
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