Attractions of Halong Bay #15 The Cruise Boats

inseasia (61)in #travel • 6 years ago (edited)

The various cruise boat companies that operate in Halong Bay run hundreds of boats, varying from old fashioned wooden junks, to super modern cruisers and giant riverboat style craft. They offer incredibly luxurious standards of accommodation. The cabins on some of these boats are equivalent to that of five star hotels,with jacuzzis, king sized beds, opulent furnishings and private verandas on which you can enjoy a private cocktail whilst taking in the staggering beauty of this fascinating area.
An Asia Cruise junk, sits in the idyllic scenery of Halong Bay.jpg

An Asia Cruise junk, sits in the idyllic scenery of Halong Bay

One of the larger craft belonging to Auco Cruises

An Old style junk operated by Bai Thu Cruises.jpg

An Old style junk operated by Bai Thu Cruises
The boats take their passengers on daily excursions to visit many of the attractions already named in previous attractions of Halong Bay. The caves are a big hit with travellers as is the kayaking expeditions. Sometimes though, the very best experiences are enjoyed onboard. Simply sitting on the sundeck with a cocktail in your hand enjoying the magnificent scenery provides a memory to last a lifetime.
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The best way to enjoy the bay

Some of these boats are like floating hotels. Photo. Independent Travel Cats.jpg

Some of these boats are like floating hotels. Photo. Independent Travel Cats
The standards of dining onboard are also of the highest order, with high class cheers offering mouth watering delicacies for the charges to enjoy. In the evenings as daylight fades, many boats huddle together in quiet sheltered areas. It is extremely pleasurable to sit outside watching the lights twinkled across the water.

Boats gather together in the evenings to drop anchor in a sheltered cove

This really is the only way to truly experience Halong Bay. Prices vary from relatively inexpensive deals on reasonably comfortable boats to very high end on the finest 5 star craft. However all offer value for money and an experiences of a lifetime.

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Other Attractions in Halong Bay include:

#1 Soi Sim Island https://steemit.com/travel/@inseasia/attractions-of-halong-bay-1-soi-sim-island

#2 Sung Sot Cave https://steemit.com/travel/@inseasia/attractions-of-halong-bay-2-sung-sot-cave

#3 Cat Ba Island https://steemit.com/travel/@inseasia/attractions-of-halong-bay-3-cat-ba-island

#4 Cat Ba National Park https://steemit.com/travel/@inseasia/attractions-of-halong-bay-4-cat-ba-national-park

#5 Ti Top Island https://steemit.com/travel/@inseasia/attractions-of-halong-bay-5-ti-top-island

#6 The Floating Villages https://steemit.com/travel/@inseasia/attractions-of-halong-bay-6-the-floating-villages

#7 Thien Cung Cave https://steemit.com/travel/@inseasia/attractions-of-halong-bay-7-thien-cung-cave

#8 Bai Chay Beach https://steemit.com/travel/@inseasia/attractions-of-halong-bay-8-bai-chay-beach

#9 Bai Chay Bridge https://steemit.com/travel/@inseasia/attractions-of-halong-bay-9-bai-chay-bridge

#10 Dau Go Cave https://steemit.com/travel/@inseasia/attractions-of-halong-bay-10-dau-go-cave