"Ha Long" is literally translated as "Bay of Descending Dragons." Prior to the 19th century, this name was not recorded in any document or archive. When mentioning the present-day Quang Ninh Sea or Ha Long Bay, old historical books often referred to them by the names of An Bang, Luc Thuy or Van Don. Not until the late 19th century did the name of Ha Long Bay appear on a French Marine Map. The Hai Phong News, a French newspaper of the time, had an article, Dragon appears on Ha Long Bay, reporting the following story: In 1898 a sub-lieutenant named Lagredin, captaining the Avalanse reported seeing a huge sea snake on Ha Long Bay. This was also witnessed by many of the crews. Thus emerged the European image of the Asian dragon. Whether this appearance of a strange animal looking like a dragon resulted the name of Ha Long Bay is not known.
Day 1 : Ha Long – Lan Ha ( Lunch , Dinner )
Depart Hanoi at 8am for Halong (three and a half hours by road). Enjoy a seafood lunch while cruising around the bay amid some of Vietnam’s most dramatic natural scenery. Discover the Suprising Caves – the most impressive caves in the limestone mountains. Visit the floating villages. Sail on to Lan Ha Bay, stopping off to go kayaking, swimming and snorkeling in the emerald water. Paddle to Monkey Island if you’re feeling really energetic. Then enjoy a fresh seafood dinner whilst admiring the spectacular sunset. Overnight on junk.
Day 2 : Bai Tu Long – Ha Long – Tuan Chau ( Breakfast, Lunch )
After breakfast, cruise to Bai Tu Long. Sunbathe on the top deck, taking pictures of Van Gia fish farm, Dinh Huong Mount, Fighting Cock Mount, etc. One more stop to go kayaking and swim around the Hidden Cave. Lunch at local restaurant in Halong - a new international tourism & recreation complex - then take the bus back to Hanoi. Arrive in Hanoi at around 5pm. End of services.
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