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Halong Bay: Silversea Port Guide

Explore Halong Bay as part of a cruise itinerary. Read the destination information below, then ask Deluxe Cruises to help find a voyage that gives you the time ashore you want.

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Halong Bay

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Halong Bay, Vietnam

Halong Bay

Magnificent Halong Bay, with its 3000-plus islands rising from the clear, emerald waters of the Gulf of Tonkin, is one of the natural wonders of Vietnam. In 1994, the 1500-sq-km (580-sq-mi) expanse dotted with tiny islands punctuated by perfect beaches and deserted grottos, was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site.

"Ha long" means, "Where the dragon descEnd into the sea." Legend has it that the islands of Halong Bay were created by a great dragon who lived in the mountains. As it ran toward the coast, its flailing tail gouged out valleys that filled with water and formed mountains that peek above the sea as rocky islands.

There have been sightings of a mysterious and very large marine creature, known as the Tarasque, in the area. It rarely strikes when tourists have their cameras ready; you should be much more afraid of the damage done by souvenir hunters (and souvenir buyers), who use bits of endangered coral and broken stalagmites and stalactites for their wares.

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Planning time in Halong Bay

When comparing cruises that call at Halong Bay, look at the scheduled arrival and departure, the distance between the berth and the places you want to visit, and whether the ship docks or uses a tender. An overnight call can offer a different experience from a short daytime stop. Use the destination description below to build a shortlist of interests, then ask Deluxe Cruises which current itinerary best fits your preferred pace and travel dates.

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Silversea offers a way to explore both classic ocean routes and expedition destinations. When comparing its voyages, the important distinction is the experience ashore: a port-focused ocean itinerary and an expedition with landings can have very different daily rhythms.

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Compare the suite location, time in port and the exact shore programme for your chosen sailing. Ask which transfers, excursions, beverages and gratuities are included in the quoted fare, and whether any optional activities need advance reservations.

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