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Halong Bay and the Red River Cruise

Halong Bay and the Red River Cruise

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Description

On a Pandaw ship travellers are able to explore the key sites of Northern Vietnam by river ship traversing the Red River delta and its main tributaries, connecting the wonders of Halong Bay with the excitements of downtown Hanoi, and then on into the interior, well off the beaten track. This is a combination of scenic beauty, lively and interesting (sometimes industrial) life of the river and exploring rivers where no other tourist craft operate.
Sailing deep into Highland Vietnam we will discover the mountain villages and a number of tribal areas. We will go as far as is navigable up the Song Red River and then down the little known Da or Black River. Note that this is a real river expedition and itineraries and schedules very much subject to change due to uncertain local conditions.

Trip Name
Halong Bay and the Red River Cruise
Days
11
Overview
Vessel Type: Luxury River Cruising Length: 42.2 m Passenger Capacity: 32 passengers Built: 2012 Angkor Pandaw is a handsome two-deck riverboat, a luxurious yet unostentatious replica of a colonial-era vessel dating from 1865. It is a K-class ship. The K-class dated back to the 1880s and were comprised of stern wheelers designed to reduce draft, their boilers placed in the bow to improve trim. Smaller than the great line steamers of the age, the K-class ships were used on the Chindwin and upper reaches of the Irrawaddy. Where possible we have reused the old IFC names and many of these original K-class ships had fascinating histories, through times of war and peace. ACCOMMODATION 10 main deck and 6 upper deck staterooms - Air-conditioned panorama dining room - Spacious, open-air lounge - Observation deck - Lounge bar - 24hrs hospitality bar - Fair-trade Shop - Guest relation desk - Library with contemporary and classic literature - Hair Dryers in all cabins WINING & DINING Local master chef heading an experienced international culinary team - Semi-buffet breakfast, Semi-buffet lunch, and seated theme dinners - Daily lean & light menu options - Complimentary coffee, water, tea, soft drinks, local beer, local spirits, juices - Extensive wine list with premium wines - Series of cultural performances, educational talks, cooking classes, and ship tour - Welcome drink on arrival - Welcome cocktail - Farewell Reception - Theme dinners - Lounge bar - 24hrs hospitality bar - Onboard bakery with daily freshly baked breads and rolls ON EXCURSIONS Admissions - Shoe cleaning after excursions - Bottled drinking water - Cold towel service after excursions - Refreshing drink following excursions - Full-size motor coach on all excursions - 1st aid trained assistant guide to follow all tours and excursions SAFETY & SECURITY All onboard crew is trained and certified as per international marine standards (VIRES)  - Fire alarm system in all cabins, public areas and back areas - Fire fighting system in all ship areas - Expert marine superintendant - 24 hrs watch on duty - Certified hygiene standards for all areas (Johnson & Diversey) ONBOARD STAFF Captain - River Pilot - First Officer - Chief Engineer - 1st Engineer - Electrician - Bosun & nautical crew - Ship manager - Housekeeping - Dining - Bar keeper - Chefs - Local tour guides PUBLIC SPACES Guest relation desk - Shop, supporting fair trade - Library with contemporary and classic literature - Wireless internet in all public areas

Itinerary



Day 1 - DAY 1 HALONG BAY
Transfer from Hanoi to Halong Bay to embark your Pandaw ship followed by lunch on board. Cast off in the afternoon with a welcome cocktail for an evening sail, dropping anchor in a sheltered bay amidst the beautiful island scenery.
Day 2 - DAY 2 HALONG BAY
Morning sail around Halong Bay and beyond with its 1,500 dramatic limestone islands and extraordinary rock formations, dating back 20 million years.We make a stop at Viet Hai Village and continue our journey by mountain bike or electric buggy to visit the village’s vegetable farm and typical village houses. It is a breathtaking trip along a small road winding its way through the limestone rocks.In the afternoon we will continue cruising towards Lan Ha Bay for a visit to a floating fishing house.Weather dependent, we will end the day with cocktails at a beautiful beach in Halong Bay.
Day 3 - DAY 3 HALONG BAY
Our exploration of Halong Bay continues and we stop at the so called “Dark and Bright Cave”. Take a kayak or a local basket boat rowed by fishermen and enter this remarkable cave into an enclosed area similar to a crater. Bats can be heard in the cave and massive stalagmites hang from the ceiling.In the afternoon, we leave Halong Bay and are enter the river where we drop anchor near Hai Phong.
Day 4 - DAY 4 THE KINH THAY RIVER
Observe the lively and interesting life of the Kinh Thay river, a key commercial waterway. In the afternoon we visit Thanh Ha Commune, considered the origin of water puppetry in Vietnam. After a stroll or bicycle through the quaint village, we enjoy a private water puppet show set under shade by a beautiful pond of lotus and lilies, as it has been enjoyed for centuries.We continue cruising until late evening and drop anchor midstream.
Day 5 - DAY 5 DAY RIVER
We sail along the Lower Red River and Day River this morning whilst getting more acquainted with your expedition vessel as you enjoy a ship tour. After lunch onboard we head ashore to Co Chat village, Nam Dinh. Here we visit local craftspeople making silk by hand and the local markets filled with exotic produce.
Day 6 - DAY 6 KHANH THIEN VILLAGE
We continue our exploration of the Red River Delta today, sailing toward Ninh Binh before mooring at Khanh Thien Village. We disembark in the morning for a journey to Phat Diem, home to Phat Diem Cathedral, a 19th-century Roman Catholic church built in an eclectic blend of Vietnamese and European architectural styles. After lunch we explore Khanh Thien Village by local transportation or bicycle and discover a host of handicrafts including water hyacinth weaving and a variety of rice paper and cakes. We end the evening with a performance by the locals of ‘Chau Van’ singing, an ancient art form local to this area.
Day 7 - DAY 7 NINH BINH
Discover ‘Halong on Land’ today as we visit Ninh Binh and take small bamboo rowing boats through the magnificent limestone caves. Visitors in September and October or April and May will witness the valleys shine golden as the rice fields prepare for harvest. We then return to our ship and sail upstream on the Red River towards Hanoi.
Day 8 - DAY 8 HANOI
Dropping anchor in the bustling city of Hanoi, passengers will visit some highlights of this Asian metropolis including must-sees like the notorious Vietnam war prison known as the Hanoi Hilton and the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first University that is dedicated to the Chinese Philosopher Confucius. We also stop outside The Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum along the way to discuss the work required to preserve the body of ‘Uncle Ho.’ In the afternoon we take a walking tour of Hanoi old quarter, a bustling maze of food and shopping that is an assault on the senses. We visit a coffee shop to learn about Vietnam’s famous coffee making industry and try an authentic egg coffee.
Day 9 - DAY 9 BAT TRANG CERAMIC VILLAGE
This morning we visit Bat Trang ceramic village, a hub of ceramic production for generations. The ceramics made here are famous throughout Vietnam and adorn many homes both north and south. Before returning to the ship, a local dance troupe will treat us to a lion dance on the pier. This colourful and energetic dance is customary during festivals throughout Vietnam, most notably during Tet. We then set sail into the lesser visited upper Red River beyond Hanoi. We make a stop at a small village dedicated to the handmade production of Vietnam’s most famous headwear, the Non La conical hat before continuing to Thay Pagoda. Hardly known, yet with exquisite temples dating from the 11th century, we visit this beautiful temple beside a lake and explore the village that surrounds the pagoda.
Day 10 - DAY 10 THE UPPER RED RIVER
In the morning we go ashore to visit the UNESCO praised village of Duang Lam. This ancient village is a well preserved example of a traditional Vietnamese village from centuries ago with intricate architecture and fascinating culture. In the afternoon we visit the smith village of Ly Nhan to witness first-hand the traditional production methods still being used to this day. We then sail upstream for your farewell dinner onboard.
Day 11 - DAY 11 VIET TRI
Disembark after breakfast and enjoy a morning excursion en route to Hanoi. We start with a visit to Hung Lo temple where we will be serenaded with traditional folk music as well as enjoy an exploration this quaint traditional town. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant followed by a transfer to Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport or Hanoi City.
Day 12 - Please Note:
Itineraries are subject to change.

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
05-05-202515-05-2025AUD $9,326Main Deck Twin Sharing. From
05-05-202515-05-2025AUD $11,191Main Deck Twin Single Use
05-05-202515-05-2025AUD $11,657Upper Deck Twin Sharing. From
05-05-202515-05-2025AUD $13,989Upper Deck Twin Single Use
16-05-202526-05-2025AUD $9,326Main Deck Twin Sharing. From
16-05-202526-05-2025AUD $11,191Main Deck Twin Single Use
16-05-202526-05-2025AUD $11,657Upper Deck Twin Sharing. From
16-05-202526-05-2025AUD $13,989Upper Deck Twin Single Use
30-09-202510-10-2025AUD $9,714Upper Deck Twin Single Use
30-09-202510-10-2025AUD $9,714Upper Deck Twin Sharing. From
30-09-202510-10-2025AUD $7,772Main Deck Twin Sharing. From
30-09-202510-10-2025AUD $7,772Main Deck Twin Single Use
11-10-202521-10-2025AUD $9,326Main Deck Twin Sharing. From
11-10-202521-10-2025AUD $11,191Main Deck Twin Single Use
11-10-202521-10-2025AUD $11,657Upper Deck Twin Sharing. From
11-10-202521-10-2025AUD $13,989Upper Deck Twin Single Use
22-10-202501-11-2025AUD $6,994Main Deck Twin Single Use
22-10-202501-11-2025AUD $6,994Main Deck Twin Sharing. From
22-10-202501-11-2025AUD $8,743Upper Deck Twin Sharing. From
22-10-202501-11-2025AUD $8,743Upper Deck Twin Single Use
02-11-202512-11-2025AUD $10,258Main Deck Twin Sharing
02-11-202512-11-2025AUD $12,310Main Deck Twin Single Use
02-11-202512-11-2025AUD $12,823Upper Deck Twin Sharing
02-11-202512-11-2025AUD $15,388Upper Deck Twin Single Use
13-11-202523-11-2025AUD $10,258Main Deck Twin Sharing
13-11-202523-11-2025AUD $12,310Main Deck Twin Single Use
13-11-202523-11-2025AUD $12,823Upper Deck Twin Sharing
13-11-202523-11-2025AUD $15,388Upper Deck Twin Single Use
24-11-202504-12-2025AUD $10,258Main Deck Twin Sharing
24-11-202504-12-2025AUD $12,310Main Deck Twin Single Use
24-11-202504-12-2025AUD $12,823Upper Deck Twin Sharing
24-11-202504-12-2025AUD $15,388Upper Deck Twin Single Use
24-12-202503-01-2026AUD $7,772Main Deck Twin Sharing. From
24-12-202503-01-2026AUD $7,772Main Deck Twin Single Use
24-12-202503-01-2026AUD $9,714Upper Deck Twin Single Use
24-12-202503-01-2026AUD $9,714Upper Deck Twin Sharing. From
04-01-202614-01-2026AUD $7,772Main Deck Twin Sharing. From
04-01-202614-01-2026AUD $7,772Main Deck Twin Single Use
04-01-202614-01-2026AUD $9,714Upper Deck Twin Sharing. From
04-01-202614-01-2026AUD $9,714Upper Deck Twin Single Use
15-01-202625-01-2026AUD $7,772Main Deck Twin Sharing. From
15-01-202625-01-2026AUD $7,772Main Deck Twin Single Use
15-01-202625-01-2026AUD $9,714Upper Deck Twin Sharing. From
15-01-202625-01-2026AUD $9,714Upper Deck Twin Single Use
26-01-202605-02-2026AUD $9,326Main Deck Twin Sharing
26-01-202605-02-2026AUD $11,191Main Deck Twin Single Use
26-01-202605-02-2026AUD $11,657Upper Deck Twin Sharing
26-01-202605-02-2026AUD $13,989Upper Deck Twin Single Use
06-02-202616-02-2026AUD $10,258Main Deck Twin Sharing
06-02-202616-02-2026AUD $12,310Main Deck Twin Single Use
06-02-202616-02-2026AUD $12,823Upper Deck Twin Sharing
06-02-202616-02-2026AUD $15,388Upper Deck Twin Single Use
17-02-202627-02-2026AUD $10,258Main Deck Twin Sharing
17-02-202627-02-2026AUD $12,310Main Deck Twin Single Use
17-02-202627-02-2026AUD $12,823Upper Deck Twin Sharing
17-02-202627-02-2026AUD $15,388Upper Deck Twin Single Use
28-02-202610-03-2026AUD $8,549Main Deck Twin Sharing. From
28-02-202610-03-2026AUD $10,258Main Deck Twin Single Use
28-02-202610-03-2026AUD $10,686Upper Deck Twin Sharing. From
28-02-202610-03-2026AUD $12,823Upper Deck Twin Single Use
11-03-202621-03-2026AUD $7,772Main Deck Twin Sharing. From
11-03-202621-03-2026AUD $7,772Main Deck Twin Single Use
11-03-202621-03-2026AUD $9,714Upper Deck Twin Sharing. From
11-03-202621-03-2026AUD $9,714Upper Deck Twin Single Use
22-03-202601-04-2026AUD $9,326Main Deck Twin Sharing
22-03-202601-04-2026AUD $11,191Main Deck Twin Single Use
22-03-202601-04-2026AUD $11,657Upper Deck Twin Sharing
22-03-202601-04-2026AUD $13,989Upper Deck Twin Single Use
02-04-202612-04-2026AUD $10,258Main Deck Twin Sharing
02-04-202612-04-2026AUD $12,310Main Deck Twin Single Use
02-04-202612-04-2026AUD $12,823Upper Deck Twin Sharing
02-04-202612-04-2026AUD $15,388Upper Deck Twin Single Use
13-04-202623-04-2026AUD $7,772Main Deck Twin Sharing. From
13-04-202623-04-2026AUD $9,326Main Deck Twin Single Use
13-04-202623-04-2026AUD $9,714Upper Deck Twin Sharing. From
13-04-202623-04-2026AUD $11,657Upper Deck Twin Single Use
24-04-202604-05-2026AUD $8,549Main Deck Twin Sharing
24-04-202604-05-2026AUD $10,258Main Deck Twin Single Use
24-04-202604-05-2026AUD $10,686Upper Deck Twin Sharing
24-04-202604-05-2026AUD $12,823Upper Deck Twin Single Use
05-05-202615-05-2026AUD $8,549Main Deck Twin Sharing
05-05-202615-05-2026AUD $10,258Main Deck Twin Single Use
05-05-202615-05-2026AUD $10,686Upper Deck Twin Sharing
05-05-202615-05-2026AUD $12,823Upper Deck Twin Single Use
27-05-202606-06-2026AUD $8,549Main Deck Twin Sharing
27-05-202606-06-2026AUD $10,258Main Deck Twin Single Use
27-05-202606-06-2026AUD $10,686Upper Deck Twin Sharing
27-05-202606-06-2026AUD $12,823Upper Deck Twin Single Use
07-06-202617-06-2026AUD $8,549Main Deck Twin Sharing
07-06-202617-06-2026AUD $10,258Main Deck Twin Single Use
07-06-202617-06-2026AUD $10,686Upper Deck Twin Sharing
07-06-202617-06-2026AUD $12,823Upper Deck Twin Single Use
18-06-202628-06-2026AUD $8,549Main Deck Twin Sharing
18-06-202628-06-2026AUD $10,258Main Deck Twin Single Use
18-06-202628-06-2026AUD $10,686Upper Deck Twin Sharing
18-06-202628-06-2026AUD $12,823Upper Deck Twin Single Use
27-08-202606-09-2026AUD $8,549Main Deck Twin Sharing
27-08-202606-09-2026AUD $10,258Main Deck Twin Single Use
27-08-202606-09-2026AUD $10,686Upper Deck Twin Sharing
27-08-202606-09-2026AUD $12,823Upper Deck Twin Single Use
07-09-202617-09-2026AUD $8,549Main Deck Twin Sharing
07-09-202617-09-2026AUD $10,258Main Deck Twin Single Use
07-09-202617-09-2026AUD $10,686Upper Deck Twin Sharing
07-09-202617-09-2026AUD $12,823Upper Deck Twin Single Use
18-09-202628-09-2026AUD $8,549Main Deck Twin Sharing
18-09-202628-09-2026AUD $10,258Main Deck Twin Single Use
18-09-202628-09-2026AUD $10,686Upper Deck Twin Sharing
18-09-202628-09-2026AUD $12,823Upper Deck Twin Single Use
29-09-202609-10-2026AUD $8,549Main Deck Twin Sharing
29-09-202609-10-2026AUD $10,258Main Deck Twin Single Use
29-09-202609-10-2026AUD $10,686Upper Deck Twin Sharing
29-09-202609-10-2026AUD $12,823Upper Deck Twin Single Use
10-10-202620-10-2026AUD $8,549Main Deck Twin Sharing
10-10-202620-10-2026AUD $10,258Main Deck Twin Single Use
10-10-202620-10-2026AUD $10,686Upper Deck Twin Sharing
10-10-202620-10-2026AUD $12,823Upper Deck Twin Single Use
21-10-202631-10-2026AUD $8,549Main Deck Twin Sharing
21-10-202631-10-2026AUD $10,258Main Deck Twin Single Use
21-10-202631-10-2026AUD $10,686Upper Deck Twin Sharing
21-10-202631-10-2026AUD $12,823Upper Deck Twin Single Use
23-11-202603-12-2026AUD $9,404Main Deck Twin Sharing
23-11-202603-12-2026AUD $11,284Main Deck Twin Single Use
23-11-202603-12-2026AUD $11,754Upper Deck Twin Sharing
23-11-202603-12-2026AUD $14,105Upper Deck Twin Single Use
26-12-202605-01-2027AUD $8,549Main Deck Twin Sharing
26-12-202605-01-2027AUD $10,258Main Deck Twin Single Use
26-12-202605-01-2027AUD $10,686Upper Deck Twin Sharing
26-12-202605-01-2027AUD $12,823Upper Deck Twin Single Use
02-03-202712-03-2027AUD $8,549Main Deck Twin Sharing
02-03-202712-03-2027AUD $10,258Main Deck Twin Single Use
02-03-202712-03-2027AUD $10,686Upper Deck Twin Sharing
02-03-202712-03-2027AUD $12,823Upper Deck Twin Single Use
24-03-202703-04-2027AUD $8,549Main Deck Twin Sharing
24-03-202703-04-2027AUD $10,258Main Deck Twin Single Use
24-03-202703-04-2027AUD $10,686Upper Deck Twin Sharing
24-03-202703-04-2027AUD $12,823Upper Deck Twin Single Use
04-04-202714-04-2027AUD $8,549Main Deck Twin Sharing
04-04-202714-04-2027AUD $10,258Main Deck Twin Single Use
04-04-202714-04-2027AUD $10,686Upper Deck Twin Sharing
04-04-202714-04-2027AUD $12,823Upper Deck Twin Single Use
15-04-202725-04-2027AUD $8,549Main Deck Twin Sharing
15-04-202725-04-2027AUD $10,258Main Deck Twin Single Use
15-04-202725-04-2027AUD $10,686Upper Deck Twin Sharing
15-04-202725-04-2027AUD $12,823Upper Deck Twin Single Use
26-04-202706-05-2027AUD $8,549Main Deck Twin Sharing
26-04-202706-05-2027AUD $10,258Main Deck Twin Single Use
26-04-202706-05-2027AUD $10,686Upper Deck Twin Sharing
26-04-202706-05-2027AUD $12,823Upper Deck Twin Single Use
07-05-202717-05-2027AUD $8,549Main Deck Twin Sharing
07-05-202717-05-2027AUD $10,258Main Deck Twin Single Use
07-05-202717-05-2027AUD $10,686Upper Deck Twin Sharing
07-05-202717-05-2027AUD $12,823Upper Deck Twin Single Use
18-05-202728-05-2027AUD $8,549Main Deck Twin Sharing
18-05-202728-05-2027AUD $10,258Main Deck Twin Single Use
18-05-202728-05-2027AUD $10,686Upper Deck Twin Sharing
18-05-202728-05-2027AUD $12,823Upper Deck Twin Single Use
29-05-202708-06-2027AUD $8,549Main Deck Twin Sharing
29-05-202708-06-2027AUD $10,258Main Deck Twin Single Use
29-05-202708-06-2027AUD $10,686Upper Deck Twin Sharing
29-05-202708-06-2027AUD $12,823Upper Deck Twin Single Use

Inclusions

    • Explore the wonders of Halong Bay
    • Visit some highlights of the Asian metropolis
    • Hanoi
    • Sail deep into Highland Vietnam
    • Enjoy a UNESCO recognized "Hat Xoan" performance.
    • Visit a timeless Arcadian Vietnam with emerald green rice paddies punctuated by lime stone rock formations.

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