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Heritage Line Violet

Halong Bay – Cua Van Floating Village – Tien Ong Cave – Titop Island

Heritage Line’s family of boutique cruise ships includes “Three Sisters” in Halong Bay, the youngest of whom is the coquettish Violet. Violet is named after the beautiful Violet Chirita, a delicate purple-flowered plant that grows nowhere else but on the rocky slopes of Halong Bay. Like her namesake, Violet is small and exquisite.
With just six luxurious cabins, Violet gives you an exclusive look at the wonders of Halong Bay. In this small yet luxurious craft, you can appreciate the bay’s massive scale, the boat’s red sails dwarfed by the bay’s towering limestone islands.
Built to resemble a traditional Asian junk, the wood-clad Violet features gleaming wooden floors, opulent silks and velvet, and cabins with floor-to-ceiling windows that frame the breathtaking views. You will find all the amenities you would expect in a larger vessel, including a gym and sauna, a spa with unrivaled views, a restaurant, a lounge, and a rooftop Sundeck. For an intimate experience of Halong Bay, there is nothing to compare to the lovely Violet.

Cruise Itinerary

2 days
Violet Cruise 2 Days 1 Night Halong Bay – Cua Van Floating Village – Tien Ong Cave – Titop Island

Day 01: Hanoi – Halong Bay – Cua Van Floating Village

The boat sets sail to cruise into the Bay. Find yourself getting acquainted with the facilities onboard. A delectable buffet lunch with a feast of choices is served in the restaurant. Savour your first hours in Halong Bay on the sun deck by simply let your eyes wander around the scenery.
We arrive at the area of Cua Van floating fishing village. From here we start to explore a cave, named Tien Ong, and the floating fishing village. Tien Ong is the most recently explored cave. It shows evidences of human civilization dating back to 10,000 – 8,000 BC. The cave is just 5 meters above sea level, 50 meters deep and covers 1000 square meters. Our guide takes you on a loop though the cave and explains about the historical findings and the cave’s particularities.
The voyage continues to the fishing village. With a small bamboo boat rowed by the local people we move around in the calm sea of this secluded area and gain an insight into the village life.
After returning to the boat we sail to the overnight mooring area Luom Bo. During this time Halong Bay reveals its most magnificent beauty – we call it the “blue hour”. Rewind on the sun deck with a drink of your choice and let the moment sink in. During the sailing time our Chef demonstrates as well the preparation of particular Vietnamese dishes. Feel free to join and practice by yourself.
Dinner is served in the restaurant either à la carte or buffet style. Afterwards the night is yours to kick-back and abundantly enjoy these unique moment amidst a surreal landscape. A presentation in our dining area with more interesting facts and insights on Halong Bay is also offered after dinner. We wish you a good night in Halong Bay where once upon a time Dragons played with sparkling jewels.

Day 02: Titop Island – Halong Bay - Hanoi

For early risers (~6.30 o’clock) tea, coffee and pastries are available at the restaurant area. A Tai Chi class is offered on the sundeck again to ease mind and muscles.
The boat continues to sail to Titop Island. We set over by tender to this little landmass in the bay. Prepare yourself for a refreshing morning swim on a sandy beach beneath high rock formations. If you prefer to be more active climb up to the hill top of Titop Island from where you have stunning views over Halong Bay (it is 400 stone steps up which takes about 20 minutes to the top, minimal fitness and proper footwear is required). There is also a viewing platform about half-way up with great panoramic views.
Back on board (around 8:45 o’clock) you may like to shower and freshen up. Now it is time to enjoy the last sailing time back to the harbor. A full breakfast is served in the dining room. Relax on the sun deck or dine in the restaurant while savoring the last cruise moments of this iconic site before arriving back on shore.
Our crew bids farewells and helps with your belongings. Violet and all the crew members thank you very much for having you on board.

Inclusive of

  • Welcome drink
  • Accommodation
  • All meals per program
  • All tax & service charge
  • All entrance & visiting fees
  • Boat trip as specified program
  • English speaking guide on board.

Exclusive of

  • Kayaking (optional)
  • Drinks, tipping
  • Travel insurance
  • Other personal expenses
  • Transfer round trip
3 days
Violet Cruise 3 Days 2 Nights Halong Bay – Cua Van Floating Village – Tien Ong Cave – Sung Sot Cave – Titop Island

Day 01: Hanoi – Halong Bay

The boat sets sail to cruise into the Bay. Find yourself getting acquainted with the facilities onboard. A delectable buffet lunch with a feast of choices is served in the restaurant. Savour your first hours in Halong Bay on the sun deck by simply let your eyes wander around the scenery.
We arrive at the area of Cua Van floating fishing village. From here we start to explore a cave, named Tien Ong, and the floating fishing village. Tien Ong is the most recently explored cave. It shows evidences of human civilization dating back to 10,000 – 8,000 BC. The cave is just 5 meters above sea level, 50 meters deep and covers 1000 square meters. Our guide takes you on a loop though the cave and explains about the historical findings and the cave’s particularities.
The voyage continues to the fishing village. You can either hop on a small bamboo boat rowed by the local people or paddle by yourself in a kayak. The second option is a perfect way to freely move around in the calm area and gain an insight into the village life.
After returning to the boat we sail to the overnight mooring area Luom Bo. During this time Halong Bay reveals its most magnificent beauty – we call it the “blue hour”. Rewind on the sun deck with a drink of your choice and let the moment sink in. During the sailing time our Chef demonstrates as well the preparation of particular Vietnamese dishes. Feel free to join and practice by yourself.
Dinner is served in the restaurant either à la carte or buffet style. Afterwards the night is yours to kick-back and abundantly enjoy these unique moment amidst a surreal landscape. A presentation in our dining area with more interesting facts and insights on Halong Bay is also offered after dinner. We wish you a good night in Halong Bay where once upon a time Dragons played with sparkling jewels.

Day 02: Sung Sot Cave

Wake up at dawn to the lapping of the wave and the smell of freshly brewed coffee which is available with pastries in the dining room. Join the Tai Chi morning class on the sun deck which is a truly one-time experience. By following the moves of our instructor you merge with the surrounding scenery.
By the tender boat we transfer to our day boat named “Sunset”. It is a smaller, cozy vessel via which we discover the further hidden charms of Halong Bay. Breakfast is served as Sunset sails for the Surprise Cave, in Vietnamese “Sung Sot”. Sung Sot is the biggest cave in Halong Bay at over 10,000 square meters. It is a magnificent site with the most beautiful stalagmites and stalactites. The further you go inside the bigger it gets. We explore this natural sensation for about 60 minutes.
Once back on the Sunset take some time to relax. Lean back on your sunbed while Sunset smoothly sails further into the Bay. Here you have the chance to have another close encounter with the fairylike Halong Bay. Via kayak you can float through this bizarre water landscape. The cliffs stretch vertically out of the water and you feel a sense of freedom meandering through this green medley of water and tree-topped islets. Back on board lunch is served in the restaurant.
Back on board lunch is served in the restaurant. Sunset continues the journey to a floating pearl farm. Halong Bay is also a place where pearls are cultivated. In a small factory we learn how pearls are harvested and processed. After the visit we leisurely sail back to the mother ship. Back “home” you have time for spa or sunbathing while we sail to the overnight night spot.
The dinner is served in the restaurant around seven o’clock. Before you retire to your cabin you might like to have some fun with squid fishing together with our crew or simply lean back on one of the loungers and listen to serenity of Halong Bay.

Day 03: Titop Island – Halong Bay - Hanoi

For early risers (~6.30 o’clock) tea, coffee and pastries are available at the restaurant area. A Tai Chi class is offered on the sundeck again to ease mind and muscles. The boat continues to sail to Titop Island. We set over by tender to this little landmass in the bay. Prepare yourself for a refreshing morning swim on a sandy beach beneath high rock formations. If you prefer to be more active climb up to the hill top of Titop Island from where you have stunning views over Halong Bay (it is 400 stone steps up which takes about 20 minutes to the top, minimal fitness and proper footwear is required). There is also a viewing platform about half-way up with great panoramic views.

Back on board (around 8:45 o’clock) you may like to shower and freshen up. Now it is time to enjoy the last sailing time back to the harbor. A full breakfast is served in the dining room. Relax on the sun deck or dine in the restaurant while savoring the last cruise moments of this iconic site before arriving back on shore.

Our crew bids farewells and helps with your belongings.
Violet and all the crew members thank you very much for having you on board.

Inclusive of

  • Welcome drink
  • Accommodation
  • All meals per program
  • All tax & service charge
  • All entrance & visiting fees
  • Boat trip as specified program
  • Kayaking
  • English speaking guide on board.

Exclusive of

  • Drinks, tipping
  • Travel insurance
  • Other personal expenses
  • Transfer round trip

 

Stateroom:

Fleet Launch

Built 2009
Length / Width / Height 38 m / 10 m / 6 m
Beam / Draft 9 m / 1,9 m
Gross tonnage 420 tons
Cruising speed 4.6 nautical knots
Electricity 220 Volts
Capacity / Cabins 12 passengers / 6 cabins (two categories)

Safety Radio Comm., Radar, GPS, monitoring camera system, shipwreck alarm system, life jackets, life rafts, tender, first aid kits, fire hydrants, fire extinguishers, smoke detectors and shipwreck alarm in each cabin.

Facilities

  • French-Indochina design
  • 4 Imperial Suites and 2 Junior Suites cabins
  • Restaurant with bar
  • Lounge
  • Gym and sauna
  • Spa
  • Sundeck

Food & Dining:

Enjoy day-catch seafood or Vietnamese fusion cuisine in a spacious boutique dining room, indulge yourself with glass of champagne watching the sunset over bay or just relax with gentle pampering in Violet spa after exercise in the Violet gym. Halong Violet is the ideal place for honeymooners, small family or couples of friends who want to discover an exotic area while still enjoy the elegant comfort.

 Activities:

  • Climbing
  • Swimming
  • Cooking class
  • Squid fishing
  • Rowing/Kayaking
  • Joining Tai Chi sessions.

Price:

2 Days 1 Night Annual Rate

(Except May to Sept)

Promotion Deal

(May to Sept)

Cruise Cabin Rate/ person Single Supplement Child (5-12) Rate/ person Single Supplement Child (5-12)
Junior Suite $361 $163 $108 $279 $126 $84
Imperial Suite $447 $313 $134 $349 $244 $105

 

3 Days 2 Nights Annual Rate

(Except May to Sept)

Promotion Deal

(May to Sept)

Cruise Cabin Rate/ person Single Supplement Child (5-12) Rate/ person Single Supplement Child (5-12)
Junior Suite $548 $247 $164 $434 $195 $130
Imperial Suite $672 $470 $202 $523 $366 $157

 

Note: Surcharge US$55 per adult and  US$23 per child on Christmas, New Year (24 and 31 Dec).

 

 

 

Price from:
$279
Price per person, based on 2 people

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