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Halong Bay Private Luxury Junk Cruise: Caves, Kayak & Pearl Farm

Glide through UNESCO-listed Halong Bay aboard a private wooden junk past 1,600+ limestone karsts, paddle into hidden grottos, and tour a working pearl farm — one of the world's great seascapes, entirely at your own pace.

What to expect

Your private junk departs Halong Bay harbour just minutes from Cai Lan Port, weaving between iconic limestone pillars including Fighting Cock and Stone Dog islets. A dedicated guide narrates the geology and folklore of each formation as you glide past. You'll kayak into a cathedral-ceilinged sea cave, swim in an emerald lagoon, and visit a pearl cultivation farm to see how Halong's famous gems are harvested. A freshly prepared seafood lunch is served on deck with panoramic bay views as the finale.

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Hoi An Food Tour (Private Halong Bay Cruise from Cai Lan Port)
From USD 120 per person (private group; 5-hour cruise with seafood lunch set menu — group pricing available)
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Good to know

Transfer from Cai Lan Port to Halong Bay harbour is included both ways (approx. 20 min). The full experience runs ~5 hours — confirm your ship's all-aboard time and book departure accordingly. Pre-book directly to lock the private vessel; group size determines per-person cost. Bring sun protection and a dry bag for kayaking.

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Luxury cruises that call at Cai Lan Halong Bay — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.

Princess · Diamond Princess
10 nights · calls at Cai Lan Halong Bay
from $1,326
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Princess · Sapphire Princess
14 nights · calls at Cai Lan Halong Bay
from $1,786
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Princess · Coral Princess
13 nights · calls at Cai Lan Halong Bay
from $2,353
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MSC Cruises · MSC Magnifica
115 nights · calls at Cai Lan Halong Bay
from $18,749
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