Cruise Introduction
Dragon Pearl Junk is a traditional Vietnamese wooden cruise with only 10 cabins, offering an intimate atmosphere and personalized service. Sailing into the less-crowded Bai Tu Long Bay, the 3D2N itinerary is carefully designed to showcase hidden gems: Cap La, Thien Canh Son Cave, Hon Co, Cong Dam, and Vung Vieng Fishing Village. A highlight of this trip is the exclusive BBQ lunch on a pristine beach and the cultural stop at Yen Duc Village for a traditional water puppet show.
Advantages
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Boutique junk with only 10 cabins (intimate and authentic)
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Off-the-beaten-path Bai Tu Long Bay route
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Unique BBQ lunch on the beach (exclusive to 3D2N itinerary)
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Rich activities: kayaking, cave exploring, cooking class, squid fishing
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Cultural immersion at Yen Duc Village with water puppet show
Shortages
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Smaller cabins (11 m²) compared to larger cruises
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Limited facilities (no pool/spa)
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Not suitable for elderly above 80 or passengers with certain health conditions
Cabin Information
Deluxe Double Cabin
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Number of rooms: 06
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Size: 11 m²
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Connecting room: No
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Extra bed: No
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Sea view
Deluxe Twin Cabin
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Number of rooms: 04
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Size: 11 m²
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Connecting room: No
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Extra bed: No
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Sea view
Room Amenities
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Individually controlled air-conditioning
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Slippers & wardrobe
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Bathroom with standing shower
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Hair dryer & bathroom amenities
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24-hour room service
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Complimentary bottled water
Detailed Itinerary
DAY 1: HANOI – BAI TU LONG BAY – CAP LA (L, D)
08:20 – 08:45: Pick up at Hanoi Old Quarter by luxury van.
11:30: Arrive at Indochina Junk Office, rest at waiting lounge.
11:50 – 12:15: Electric car transfer to port, embark Dragon Pearl Junk.
12:30 – 13:00: Welcome drink, safety briefing, itinerary introduction, cabin check-in.
13:15: Lunch onboard while cruising into Bai Tu Long Bay.
15:00 – 17:00: Kayaking at Cap La area, exploring limestone islets and nature.
17:15: Sunset watching on sundeck.
19:15: Dinner in a peaceful bay setting.
20:30: Leisure: squid fishing or relax onboard.
DAY 2: THIEN CANH SON CAVE – VUNG DANG – CONG DAM – BBQ BEACH (B, L, D)
08:00: Breakfast onboard.
08:45 – 10:15: Visit Thien Canh Son Cave with stunning stalactites and stalagmites. Kayak and explore Hon Co.
10:30: Cruise to Cong Dam area, relax on natural beach.
12:30: Exclusive BBQ lunch on the beach prepared by cruise chefs. Free time for beach activities.
14:30: Return to cruise, leisure onboard.
17:15: Cooking demonstration (Banh Xeo).
19:00: Dinner onboard.
20:30: Evening leisure: squid fishing or relax onboard.
DAY 3: CONG DO – VUNG VIENG VILLAGE – HANOI (B, L)
07:00 – 07:15: Breakfast onboard, enjoy the serene morning.
07:30 – 08:45: Visit Vung Vieng Fishing Village by bamboo boat, explore floating community life.
09:00: Return to cruise, prepare for check-out.
09:45 – 10:00: Cabin check-out.
10:15: Set menu lunch onboard while cruising back.
11:30: Disembark at Halong International Harbor.
13:00 – 13:45: Stop at Yen Duc Village, enjoy traditional water puppet show.
16:00: Arrive in Hanoi. End of trip.
Note: Itinerary may change due to weather or tidal conditions.
Inclusions
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Round-trip Hanoi–Halong–Hanoi by luxury van
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Welcome drink
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Deluxe en-suite cabin with A/C, hot water
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All meals onboard
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Tea & coffee with breakfast
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English-speaking guide onboard
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Kayaking
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Cooking class
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BBQ lunch on the beach
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Water puppet show at Yen Duc Village
Exclusions
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Personal expenses
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Extra drinks
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Bank charge for credit card payments
Safety Notes
Not recommended for:
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Persons with physical/sensory disabilities
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Persons with hallucination, epilepsy, claustrophobia, or sleepwalking
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Guests over 80 years old
What to Bring
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Sunglasses, sunblock, wide brim hat
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Insect repellent
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Swimwear, warm clothes (Nov–Apr)
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Original passport
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Personal medication (if applicable)
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Transfer Services
We provide convenient transfer options between Hanoi – Halong – Hanoi with flexible choices to suit your needs:
Shared Bus 35–45 seats: USD 16/person (round trip)
Shared Limousine 19-seat: USD 20/person (round trip)
Shared Limousine 10-seat: USD 23/person (round trip)
Private Car 4-seat: USD 68/way
Private Car 7-seat: USD 88/way
All vehicles are modern, air-conditioned, and operated by experienced drivers.
Pick-up and drop-off available at hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter
Weather-related Policy
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All overnight cruises in Ha Long Bay, Lan Ha Bay, and Bai Tu Long Bay require official permission from the Bay Management Authority to stay overnight.
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If adverse weather (storms, strong winds, high waves, etc.) occurs, the Authority will suspend overnight operations to ensure safety. In such cases, Sundara Vietnam will:
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Assist with rescheduling to another available date that suits your itinerary, or
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Provide a refund if rescheduling is not possible.
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For specific cases, please contact us for personalized support and guidance.
Important Note
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The Authority may issue cancellation notices on very short notice, sometimes even when guests are already on tour. From August–October, weather is more unpredictable and late announcements are more likely.
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In all cases, please contact Sundara Vietnam staff immediately. We will always do our utmost to provide the most suitable solution and ensure your satisfaction.
