All about Halong Bay Vietnam

Halong Bay is a collection of islands in Northern Vietnam, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and is naturally among the most popular tourist destination in Vietnam. In Halong Bay there are 1969 limestone amidst the sea, each covered with lush trees and forests and has a number of caves, some eroded by the waves. Halong Island is an experience most wish to re-live over and over again. Make a trip to Halong Bay, by booking a Vietnam tour package.

In the land of islands and history, there are a couple or more remarkable experiences to have that you'd cherish forever. When surrounded by the ocean, get on an overnight cruise to explore the hidden lagoons, unexplored beaches and exotic grottoes that are exclusive to The Halong Bay or visit the The Royal Casino by the main road to Bai Chay. Also, Halong is the best place to catch up on kaykayes, diving and other water sports. Shop for handicrafts and decoratives at the local market or try out it's local street cuisine and you'll not leave Vietnam disappointed. Vietnam tourism industry has experienced significant growth, making it a popular destination for travelers. Enjoy the trip with your partner by taking a Vietnam honeymoon package.

Getting In halong-bay

Since there is no direct flight to Ha Long Bay, Hanoi international airport is the nearest airport. The major airline operator (to Hanoi) is Thai Airways, which operates from many Metro cities across India.

Getting Out halong-bay

Halong Bay is easily reachable from nearby international cities. These are some international airports easily connected to Hanoi City- Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Bali and Singapore.

Public Transport at halong-bay

Train: take Cargo train from Hanoi to Yen Vien (Gia Lam) and then to Ha long Bay. The train starts at 4.30 am and arrives at 11am. The terminal at Ha Long City is near the Bai Chay bus station and about 5 km away from the harbor.

Taxi & Airport transfer in halong-bay

Taxi- Moving around in a taxi in places like Halong is the best thing to do as these Taxi drivers are mostly natives who can give valuable information about attractions in the region. Usually the Taxi Fares range from 48 Rs.

Transport & city passes at halong-bay

This region does not have any City passes. So taking Taxis or using public transfer will be the best option.

Driving & Car rental at halong-bay

Since this region consists of a group of islands, the only driving option is a Cruise. Therefore there are no car rentals for Halong. Taxis and Mini Buses from the City of Hanoi are good options to look at.

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