Ha Long Bay Cultural Excursion

Tour Code: HAL-02 Duration: Approx 4 Hours

Discover the rich myths and legends that surprise you at every corner as you tour around Ha Long Bay today

Highlights:

• Tour Hoang Gia Park (Royal Park), Located Along Bai Chay Beach and enjoy the beautiful scenery along the Park
• Learn more about the history of Ha Long Bay and the various Ethnic Groups at Quan Ninh Provincial Museum
• Explore the Legend and folklore Behind the Temple of Tran Quoc Nghien as you find Yourself Immersed in Their Heritage and Culture

Tour Description:

After picking you up from a location of your choice or the hotel, we will head to Hoang Gia Park (Royal Park), It is located along the Bai Chay Beach which stretches from the Bai Chat Wharf to the Ha Long Night Market. There you will find several outdoor activities that you will be able to join in at your own expense. Alternatively, you can choose to walk along the beach and enjoy the tranquillity of environment as you walk along the coastal part. Take in the refreshing sights and clear your mind.

Next, you will be transported to Quang Ninh Provincial Museum, where you will find a lot of cultural and historical information (only available on weekdays). The exhibition consists of the early cultures of the Ha Long, Ly and Tran dynasties. The museum showcases the Quang Ninh’s ethnic groups which were the indigenous people of Ha Long Bay. There is also information on the history of the region’s coal industry and many exhibits about the Vietnam war and revolutions. Do be prepared with your cameras to photograph the huge collections of exhibitions.

Finally, you will stop by the Temple of Tran Quoc Nghien. It is located at the foot of the Bai Tho Mountain that overlooks the sea and the temple and dedicated to Tran Quoc Nghien. He was one of Tran Hung Dao’s Son who was the general of the Tran Dynasty during the region of the emperors Tan Nhan Tong and Tran Anh Tong. The general was widely revered as he led the resistance against the Yuan-Mongol invaders. He is also famed for being generous and faithful to his subjects. Thus, the temple was built in his name by the boat owners that often pass by Bai Tho Mountain in remembrance of him.

At the end of the tour, you will be transported back to your hotel or a location of your choice.

Cancellation Policy:

• All cancellation from guest incur additional charges as follows:
• 48 hours before the departure day: 50% charge of the total tour cost.
• After 48 hours before the departure day or no-show: 100% charge of the total tour cost
• Customers cannot receive any types of compensation in the case of annulations is due to a force majeure

Pick-Up Time:

• 8:00 am
• 1:00 pm

What's Included:

• Transfer and transportation as per itinerary
• Entrance fees
• Bottled drinking water
• English speaking tour guide (other languages available upon request)
• Travel insurance

What's Not Included:

• Any Items Not Mentioned
• Tips and gratuities
•  Personal expenses such as: shopping, telephone and beverage

Additional Information:

• Minimum two (2) pax for confirmation. This tour is subject to availability. Please check with Adventoro Concierge (Call / Whatsapp +6010 468 8011) to inquire about the availability of this tour
• Please adhere to strict pick-up time punctuality. Tour operators may forfeit tours for travellers if no-show during the stipulated time
• Registered name of the traveller must be corresponding with photograph documentation (Example: Passport). Tour operators reserve the right to reject if registered traveller fails to provide photographed documentation of their own

Pick-Up Location(s)

Refer to the map below to see a list of pick up location(s) that are available for you to choose from. You can select your desired pick up location when you book the tour.

List of Location(s):

Pick up is also available for other location(s) under the vicinity of Ha Long. For more information, please contact Adventoro's concierge service.