Quỹ LuxGroup: Đồng Hành Cùng Dự Án ‘Ươm Mầm Xanh’ Tại Yên Bái

October 30, 2024 By Uncategorized Comments Off

Quỹ LuxGroup Kết Nối Với Cuốn Hood Entertainment, Green Dream và Ban Tuyên Giáo Huyện Văn Chấn Khởi Động Dự Án “Ươm Mầm Xanh,” Trồng 2.000 Cây Xanh Tại Yên Bái Vào Tháng 11 Năm 2024

Trong nỗ lực bảo vệ môi trường, Quỹ LuxGroup đã phối hợp với chính quyền địa phương xã Suối Quyền và Ban Tuyên Giáo huyện Văn Chấn, cùng với Cuốn Hood Entertainment và Nhóm Thiện Nguyện Green Dream, để khởi động chiến dịch “Ươm Mầm Xanh.” Dự án này sẽ trồng 2.000 cây xanh tại xã Suối Quyền, huyện Văn Chấn, tỉnh Yên Bái, với mục tiêu khôi phục môi trường, bảo vệ hệ sinh thái và phát triển du lịch sinh thái bền vững.

Ý Nghĩa Của Dự Án ‘Ươm Mầm Xanh’

Dự án không chỉ hướng đến việc tái trồng rừng ở những khu vực bị ảnh hưởng nặng nề bởi thiên tai như lũ quét và sạt lở đất, mà còn mang lại lợi ích bền vững cho cộng đồng địa phương. Cây xanh không chỉ ngăn xói mòn đất và điều hòa nguồn nước mà còn tạo ra môi trường sống an toàn cho động thực vật, góp phần bảo tồn đa dạng sinh học. Hơn thế, dự án còn mở ra cơ hội cho người dân phát triển du lịch sinh thái, tăng thu nhập từ tài nguyên thiên nhiên.

Tại Sao Dự Án Này Quan Trọng?

– Phục Hồi Tự Nhiên Sau Thiên Tai: Yên Bái đã trải qua nhiều thách thức do lũ quét và sạt lở đất. Cây xanh sẽ là tấm khiên tự nhiên, bảo vệ môi trường và phục hồi đất đai.

– Phát Triển Cộng Đồng Bền Vững: Dự án không chỉ dừng lại ở việc trồng cây mà còn tạo ra cơ hội cho phát triển kinh tế bền vững thông qua du lịch sinh thái.

– Bảo Vệ Môi Trường: Mỗi cây xanh sẽ giúp giảm thiểu biến đổi khí hậu bằng cách hấp thụ CO2, bảo vệ không khí trong lành và thu hút du khách đến với vẻ đẹp thiên nhiên của Yên Bái.

Lợi Ích Của Dự Án ‘Ươm Mầm Xanh’

  • Giảm Rủi Ro Thiên Tai: Cây xanh giúp ổn định đất, ngăn ngừa sạt lở và điều hòa dòng chảy nước, bảo vệ địa hình tự nhiên khỏi các rủi ro thiên tai.
  • Bảo Vệ Đa Dạng Sinh Học: Việc trồng cây tạo ra môi trường sống mới cho động vật hoang dã, góp phần bảo tồn hệ sinh thái địa phương.
  • Cải Thiện Chất Lượng Không Khí: Cây xanh hấp thụ CO2 và sản sinh oxy, thanh lọc không khí, cải thiện môi trường sống cho người dân.
  • Thúc Đẩy Du Lịch Sinh Thái: Với diện tích cây xanh gia tăng, Yên Bái sẽ trở thành điểm đến lý tưởng cho những du khách yêu thiên nhiên, tạo cơ hội phát triển kinh tế bền vững qua du lịch.

Tham Gia Dự Án ‘Ươm Mầm Xanh’

Quỹ LuxGroup kêu gọi sự tham gia từ cộng đồng địa phương và quốc tế. Chỉ với 30.000 VND, bạn có thể góp một cây xanh để chung tay bảo vệ môi trường và hỗ trợ phát triển bền vững.

Lễ trồng cây sẽ diễn ra vào ngày 24 tháng 11 năm 2024, tại xã Suối Quyền, huyện Văn Chấn, tỉnh Yên Bái. Đối với những ai không thể tham dự trực tiếp, hãy xem xét quyên góp để hỗ trợ cho dự án.

Hãy cùng Quỹ LuxGroup gieo những hạt giống xanh cho một tương lai bền vững, chung tay bảo vệ môi trường và cộng đồng địa phương!
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Halong Bay is littered with debris, hundreds of volunteers from Lux Cruises Group join hands to clean the sea

September 27, 2024 By Uncategorized Comments Off

Mr. Pham Ha, CEO of LUX CRUISES GROUP, emphasized, “Sustainability is not just a slogan; it’s a practical action. Ha Long Bay needs to be preserved and maintained in its beauty to welcome international tourists.”

Two weeks after the impact of Storm No. 3, popular tourist destinations in Quang Ninh, including Ha Long Bay, were left littered with debris, significantly affecting the landscape and visitor experience. In response, many volunteers came together to clean up and collect trash, aiming to restore the area’s beauty for the beaches and ocean.

Volunteers are cleaning up the trash

Volunteers are cleaning up the trash

Over the weekend, LUX CRUISES GROUP called upon a group of volunteers, including students, company staff, and international tourists, to successfully launch the campaign “GREENER TOGETHER – CLEAN HALONG BAY 2024” As the organizer and operator of the campaign, Mr. Pham Ha, founding chairman of Lux Cruises Group, which provides luxury cruise services in Hai Phong and Quang Ninh, expressed his deep concern that despite the passage of more than two weeks, the area was still cluttered.

Lux Cruises Group organized the "GREENER TOGETHER - CLEAN HALONG BAY 2024".

Lux Cruises Group organized the “GREENER TOGETHER – CLEAN HALONG BAY 2024”.

“In Ha Long, the issue of waste, especially after major storms, becomes serious with debris floating in the bay and on the beaches. Areas near the shore and many key tourist spots are affected, causing environmental pollution and diminishing the natural beauty of this World Heritage site. This situation requires a collective effort to maintain a clean environment and protect our national natural assets,” Mr. Pham Ha shared.

After each storm, the waste situation in Ha Long Bay becomes even more severe.

After each storm, the waste situation in Ha Long Bay becomes even more severe.

Thus, Lux Cruises Group initiated the “GREENER TOGETHER – CLEAN HALONG BAY 2024” campaign with the goal of quickly cleaning the waters and restoring the scenery of the beaches. Lux Cruises Group views the protection of Ha Long Bay as a significant responsibility, not only due to the group’s commitment to sustainability but also because it represents a national tourism icon. Mr. Pham Ha stated, “Sustainability is not just a slogan; it’s a practical action. Ha Long Bay needs to be preserved and maintained in its beauty to welcome international tourists.” This cleanup activity is part of a series of events organized by Lux Cruises Group aimed at protecting the environment and supporting the local community.

The group of volunteers included 100 employees from Lux Cruises Group and local residents working together to carry out the cleanup. The program was divided into two shifts, morning and afternoon, focusing on key areas like Tuan Chau beach and popular tourist spots in the bay. In the afternoon, the team concentrated their efforts on the Tuan Chau marina, including collecting trash both on land and in the water.

Lux Cruises Group estimates that they will collect around five truckloads of various types of waste, including two tons of plastic and floating debris. This waste will be sorted and processed according to Quang Ninh’s environmental standards, with a priority on recycling usable materials.

Volunteers are collecting trash and sorting it for disposal.

Volunteers are collecting trash and sorting it for disposal.

Regarding the situation of receiving guests on Lux Cruises Group’s vessels after Storm No. 3, Mr. Pham Ha shared that the company has promptly addressed the damages, including salvaging and repairing damaged boats. Vessels like Heritage Cruises Binh Chuan and Emperor Cruises Legacy Halong are ready to welcome guests back since mid-September. Despite incurring losses of about 5 billion VND, the group has quickly recovered and plans to complete all repairs by October 15.

Lux Cruises Group is committed not only to providing luxurious travel experiences but also to implementing environmental protection programs and connecting with the local community for sustainable development.

The volunteers are working diligently.

The volunteers are working diligently.

The team has collected 5 truckloads of trash.

The team has collected 5 truckloads of trash.

The volunteer team from Lux Cruises Group.

The volunteer team from Lux Cruises Group.

A Vietnamese Brand is Nominated for “World’s Best Boutique Cruise Line” for Four Consecutive Years For the First Time

July 3, 2024 By Blog Comments Off

Discover Heritage Cruise Binh Chuan – Nominated for “World’s Best Boutique Cruise Line 2024”

Heritage Cruise Binh Chuan Cat Ba Archipelago, a new icon in the cruise tourism industry, has just been nominated for the title of “World’s Best Boutique Cruise Line 2024” at the World Cruise Awards. This marks the fourth consecutive year that a Vietnamese cruise has received this prestigious recognition from one of the leading global awards in the maritime tourism sector, signifying a significant transformation in the country’s luxury tourism industry.

Heritage Binh Chuan

Heritage Binh Chuan

Heritage Cruise Binh Chuan Cat Ba Archipelago – The Perfect Blend of Luxury and Cultural Heritage

Heritage Cruise Binh Chuan Cat Ba Archipelago is not just a luxurious cruise but also a symbol of the perfect blend between modern design and Indochinese cultural heritage. Embodying the glorious past of the “King of Ships” Bach Thai Buoi, this cruise is designed to recreate the beauty of a bygone era. Every detail on the cruise is meticulously crafted, from the interior to the entertainment activities, to provide the most perfect travel experience. Guests will immerse themselves in an artistic living space throughout the journey.

Regal Suite Cabin in Heritage Binh Chuan

Regal Suite Cabin on Heritage Binh Chuan

Lux Cruises Group – The Investor and Developer of Premium Cruises

Chairman of Lux Cruises Group, Dr. Pham Ha, announced that by 2025, the group will introduce a new 300-seat cruise to operate in the waters of Nha Trang, Phu Quoc, Saigon River, and Lan Ha Bay. “The greatest mission of Lux Cruises and the biggest dream of my life is to conquer the rivers and coastlines of Vietnam to bring domestic and international tourists to explore the rich heritage of our country,” he shared. Lux Cruises focuses not only on providing luxurious travel experiences but also on preserving and developing Vietnam’s cultural heritage, offering high-quality and meaningful travel experiences to both domestic and international guests.

The World Cruise Awards 2024

Heritage Cruise Binh Chuan Cat Ba Archipelago and Lux Cruises promise to continue making their mark in the maritime tourism industry, not only in Vietnam but globally. With the prestigious nomination from the World Cruise Awards, Heritage Cruise Binh Chuan proves its excellence and strong competitiveness in the boutique cruise sector. Join us to explore and experience the harmony between modernity and tradition on one of the most anticipated cruises today.

The World Cruise Awards (WCA) is an initiative of the World Travel Awards (WTA) organization, first held in 2021 and continued annually to recognize the excellence of destinations and brands in the global cruise industry.

LuxGroup Delivers 25 Water Tanks and 48 Gift Packages to the People of Ha Giang Rocky Plateau

July 2, 2024 By Blog Comments Off

On June 15th, LuxGroup took meaningful actions to improve the lives of the residents in Ha Giang’s rocky plateau. The team of LuxGroup employees personally delivered 25 water tanks and 48 gift packages to the impoverished villagers of Lung Thau hamlet, Sa Phin commune, Dong Van district, addressing the severe water shortage in this area.

LuxGroup Delivers 25 Water Tanks and 48 Gift Packages to the People of Ha Giang's Rocky Plateau

LuxGroup Delivers 25 Water Tanks and 48 Gift Packages to the People of Ha Giang’s Rocky Plateau

At the event, Mr. Pham Ha, CEO of LuxGroup, shared: “Like gourds and pumpkins, though different, we share the same trellis.” Reflecting the spirit of solidarity that has been ingrained in the company’s development, LuxGroup recognized the urgency of the severe water shortage faced by the residents. Despite the challenging road to Ha Giang following the flood on June 10th, the team quickly set out to deliver these loving gifts, hoping to alleviate some of the difficulties faced by the community.

CEO Pham Ha (black shirt) with “Water Tank Donation for the People of Ha Giang's Rocky Plateau” project initiated

CEO Pham Ha (black shirt) with “Water Tank Donation for the People of Ha Giang’s Rocky Plateau” project initiated

Mr. Ha also stated that this event marks the beginning of the “Water Tank Donation for the People of Ha Giang’s Rocky Plateau” project initiated by LuxGroup – This initiative aligns with the pioneering spirit towards sustainable development that Mr. Ha has advocated. To affirm their commitment to this development, Mr. Pham Ha established the “LuxGroup Foundations,” a fund designed to support the community. This fund will deduct 5% of the company’s revenue from tourism services to Ha Giang to address the severe water shortages in the communes of the rocky plateau, especially during the dry season (from September to December) when residents have to walk many kilometers to fetch water.

At the donation event, Mr. Nguyen Van Hanh, Secretary of Sa Phin commune, expressed his gratitude to LuxGroup and the benefactors, emphasizing that these 1,200-liter water tanks will significantly contribute to meeting the residents’ daily water needs.

Mrs. Dinh Thi Say, a resident of Lung Thau hamlet, shared her joy, saying that from now on she will no longer have to walk nearly ten kilometers to fetch water every day. “From now on, I no longer have to worry about water shortages during the dry season,” Mrs. Say said.

LuxGroup team on a volunteer trip to Ha Giang

LuxGroup team on a volunteer trip to Ha Giang

In addition to donating water tanks, LuxGroup also distributed 48 gift packages containing various essential items to struggling households. The company provided 28 packages to poor and near-poor households and families affected by flooding in Lung Thau hamlet, and 20 packages to Pa Vi Ha hamlet, Meo Vac district. Each gift package, handed directly to the residents, was filled with the heartfelt care and dedication of LuxGroup, bringing joy, smiles, and warmth to each recipient. These gifts not only help improve living conditions but also serve as a source of spiritual encouragement, strengthening the bond between the company and the community. In these touching moments, everyone realized that sharing, kindness, and solidarity are the solid foundations for building a sustainable and better future.

About LuxGroup

LuxGroup is a leading conglomerate in hotels, restaurants, cruises, travel, and tourism, renowned for its commitment to sustainable development and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) practices. In 2023, LuxGroup achieved 150 criteria to become a sustainable partner of Travelife Europe and are striving to obtain Travelife Certified status this year. We also adhere to ISO 26000, 14001, and 9001 standards. Notably, LuxGroup is the first organization to commit to 100% customer satisfaction and the first travel company in Vietnam to declare a no-plastic waste policy, aiming for Net Zero by 2030.

Cai Beo Fishing Village in Lan Ha Bay

February 13, 2019 By Uncategorized Comments Off

Lan Ha Bay, in the Cat Ba Archipelago, is covered by nearly 400 limestone mountains and has for centuries been a safe shelter for fishing boats when ferocious storms occur. There are approximately 300 households living in permanent floating villages in the bay and you have the chance to explore the intriguing life in these villages.

Cai Beo fishing village in Lan Ha Bay (commonly known as Lan Ha fishing village) is probably the largest and most famous floating village in Asia, where most people live largely by fishing and fish farming.

Cai Beo fishing village is only about 2km from Cat Ba town and just 10 minutes from Beo seaport. If you join our Heritage Expedition four-day program, you initially travel by van and then take a small boat or our speedboat or tender to visit the village.

Years ago, Lan Ha Bay had about 5,000 households farming Otter Snout clams in floating ponds using plastic baskets, but a disease wiped out the entire population and the fishermen lost their means of earning money and went bankrupt.

The farmers discarded all the baskets used to raise the clams and these sank to the bottom of Lan Ha Bay. Red algae started to grow on the baskets, polluting the water and creating a major problem for the fish living in the waters.

Many fishermen drag their nets across the sea bottom when fishing and some nets are torn by the discarded baskets, so the fishermen continually have to repair their nets. Now these baskets have been retrieved to help clean the water.

Although a fisherman’s life is hard and simple, they appear quite content with their lot in life. They have to start very early and finish very late doing lots of physical work. Fishermen live away from the mainland, but they can buy anything from the hawkers who sell supplies to the villagers from their boats. The fishermen do not have a huge variety of food available to them, like on the mainland, but they can catch fish to feed their families and they just need to buy vegetables, salt and fish sauce.

The scenery here is very beautiful with colorful floating houses nestled in the shelter of the islands, a stone backyard. The fishing village of Beo is spread across 18.000m2. The people who live in the Cai Beo settlement evolved from the Neolithic period and were hunter gatherers right through to the Bronze Age when their civilization evolved to become fishermen and also settled on the land to create agricultural settlements. The first indigenous people in Cai Beo are probably descendants of an ancient civilization from Hoa Binh – Bac Son, from around 12,000 years ago.

In early 2007, a team of specialist scientists undertook extensive excavations and 10 tombs were revealed with 137 stone artifacts and 1,424 pottery shards, all made from granite, ceramic, and twisted rope as well as fish bones, shells and oysters. Analysis indicated that Cai Beo is a site of archaeological importance and was the home of fishermen around 7,000 years ago, who lived mainly from fishing, scallops and oysters, a way of life that continued until around 4,500 years ago.

Guests taking part at Heritage Expeditions (4 days and 3 nights) will have the chance of visiting this unique historical site, and experience this community’s eccentric lifestyle.

The Famous Cat Hai Fish Sauce

February 13, 2019 By Destinations Comments Off

If Phu Quoc fish sauce is considered to be the most well-known specialty of Phu Quoc Island (Kien Giang province), then Cat Hai fish sauce is one of the most famous products of Cat Hai Island (Haiphong). It has also been selected as one of Vietnam’s top condiments by the Vietnam Guinness Book of Records.

Fish sauce first appeared in Cat Hai in the 20th century and was originally called Van Van fish sauce. As soon as you set foot on the island, the first thing you will notice is the salty and fragrant smell of fish sauce being produced right across the island.

In the past, people in the north knew Cat Hai fish sauce under the Van Van brand, famous across Indochina because of its quality and rare flavour, with a protein content of around 15-40% per litre. In 1959, it was renamed Cat Hai fish sauce.

For locals, Cat Hai fish sauce is indispensable for the family meal and there is simply no substitute. The characteristic aroma of Cat Hai fish sauce stems from anchovy and squid, or Nham fish, combined with sea salt.

Each year, more than 7 million litres of Cat Hai fish sauce are supplied to the market with over 700 agents and outlets throughout 24 provinces across Vietnam. But it is not only for domestic consumption; Cat Hai fish sauce is also exported to many countries in Asia and to Eastern Europe.

The method of production determines the quality of fish sauce and is still mainly manual. Fish sauce here is made from Ca Com (anchovies) and Nham, a species with a special taste, from the waters surrounding Cat Hai. The fish must be fresh and anything else will ruin the natural flavour of the final product.

The fish is cleaned before being mixed with salt and the mixture, called chướp, is then placed into containers like wooden barrels or concrete tanks. The top layer is pressed down with a bamboo net containing heavy stones. It is very important that “chướp” must be exposed to sunlight and has to be stirred constantly.

“Chướp” is brewed and sun-dried for between 12 and 24 months during the self-ripening process. After that, the fish have naturally reacted with the water and are totally hydrolyzed, yielding the salty, fishy liquid that has a very high protein content and a light amber color. No chemicals are used to create the smell or color.

When visiting Cat Hai, visitors should ensure they take the opportunity to observe the process of making fish sauce and enjoy its delicious taste.

How to Get There?

February 12, 2019 By Travel Guide Comments Off

Cat Ba Island is considered as one of the largest and most visited destinations in the northern of Vietnam, along with Halong Bay. This island is 350 km2 in area and consists of around 367 beautiful islets with diverse sizes creating an imposing scenery and appeal a huge number of tourists annually. Cat Ba Island is separated from the mainland, faces up with East Ocean in the South, surrounded by Halong Bay in the North East and final, in the West covered by Hai Phong City. Therefore, there has been different routes to help you travel to Got Harbour. Transportation  and time might be different depending on your itinerary and even the styles of travelling. With an aim to helping tourists have a better information, Heritage Cruises would like to provide you with different means of transportation to reach Got Harbour.

 

  • The closest airport is Cat Bi International (HPH) in Haiphong, it takes 30 mins for you to get to Got Harbour (“Bến Phà Gót” in Vietnamese) to embark on Heritage Cruises. Using aerial transportation to Hai Phong is a smart choice for those who are now in HCM City, Da Nang and Buon Ma Thuot.
  •  From Noi Bai Airport (HAN) in Hanoi, it takes about one hour and a half by the new expressway to get to Got Harbour (Haiphong).
  • Getting on the Seaplane to Tuan Chau Island (Halong City) is also an option, with a 45-min flight. From Tuan Chau, a private car would be necessary to take you to Got Harbour where Heritage Cruises is always present to assist you, approximately 45 mins away.
  • At the new Van Don Airport (VDO) in Quang Ninh Province and wanted to visit another destinations that have beautiful landscapes like Halong Bay but still keep its seclusion. Cat Ba Island is something that cannot be missed. Your job is just taking a car on the new highway to get to Got Harbour, about 2 hours.

Getting to Got Harbour by road seems to be the most popular way for tourists in terms of prices and convenience. You can reach Got Harbour from 3 places: Hanoi, Halong Bay and Cat Ba.
1. From Hanoi:
Option 1:
– The travellers can easily take a bus around the Old Quarter which drive them directly to Hai Phong City.
– Operating the new expressway 5B helps cuts down the time traveling to Got Harbour to 1h30 instead of 4 hours. This has removed the main inconvenience of travel to the other regions, which is usually a sinuous and narrow road passing through many villages.
– With desires helping you receive best services, Heritage Cruises offers daily limousine (DCAR) shuttles from Hanoi’s city center  to Got Harbour, supplied with Free Wi-Fi, comfortable leather seats and professional drivers. Besides, we might arrange private cars for tourists on demand. It can be seen that the private car tends to be a more affordable and comfortable option compared to a taxi as usual, especially it is recommended for family trip with children.
Option 2:
– Getting onto the coaches (not local public buses) goes directly from Hanoi to Got Harbour. The travel time of Hanoi-Got Harbour journey has been reduced to nearly 2 hours. At Got Harbour, our Heritage Cruises will take you go around and enjoy the incredible beauty that nature endows for Cat Ba Island.
– The advantages of sharing tourist coaches are comfortable, convenient and proper prices, comparative to others. The coach will pick you at your hotel in Hanoi around the Old Quarter and then transfer you directly to Hai Phong City. Therefore, it has no stress on the way in terms of time and luggage stuff with little or no waiting time.
– Here are some details of how to get Got Harbour from Hanoi by coach: + Departure: At hotels around the Old Quarter, 1st Cho Gao Street or 13 Hang Huong, Hang Ma Street, Hanoi.
+ Arrival: Cat Hai, Cat Ba
+ Hanoi – Got Harbour: 7h30; 10h30; 14h
+ Got Harbour – Hanoi: 9h; 12h30; 16h
+ Price: VND 150,000/person
+ Car provider: Good Morning Cat Ba

2. From Halong
– You take a bus or a taxi from Halong City (Quang Ninh Province) to Hai Phong City within 45 mins compared to before. Private cars or taxis are most convenient choice, but public buses are also available. This route is pretty suitable for those who are at Halong City and want to enjoy other destinations.
– Here are some details about how to reach Haiphong from Halong: + Departure: Muong Thanh Hotel at Halong Street, Bai Chay Ward, Halong, Quang Ninh.
+ Arrival: No 19, Nui Ngoc Street, Cat Ba, Hai Phong.
+ Price: VND 120,000/person

3. From Cat Ba:
For those who are already in Cat Ba Island or would like to visit further after the cruise, there is the Got Harbour, departing/arriving from the harbour as Heritage Cruises in Cat Hai (Haiphong), 20 – 30 mins. We recommend a private car as well, since Cat Ba Island is quite large and the distance amongst each destination can be significant.

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It is quite suitable for those who live near the Old Quarter as well. From Hanoi Railway Station, 20 mins walking from Hanoi’s city center, you will take a train to Hai Phong Railway Station. It lasts nearly 2h45. Well, taking a train will help reduce the time of finding car service providers. From Hai Phong Railway Station, you’ll take a taxi or a bus to get to Got Harbour.

Please note that the time might change marginally so check your itinerary carefully before you go. The price for train tickets is also various and depends on whether you’re traveling on the weekend or weekday and choose hard or soft seats.

Here are several details about how to get Got Harbour by train:
+ Departure: Hanoi Railway Station – 120 Le Duan, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi.
+ Arrival: Haiphong Railway Station – 75 Luong Khanh Thien, Luong Khanh Thien, Ngo Quyen, Haiphong.
+ Time from Hanoi to Haiphong: 06.00, 09.17, 15.20 and 18.15
+ Price: Monday – Thursday: VND 65,000/person for a hard seat;
                                                     VND 70,000/person for a soft seat.

                Friday – Sunday: VND 75,000/person for a hard seat;
VND 80,000/person for a soft seat.

You’ll get to Got Harbour from Cat Ba Island by ferry. The ferry ticket costs VND 15,000/person through Cai Vieng Port in Cat Ba Island to reach Got Harbour, 20-30 mins, not including the bus to/from the centre of the island.

Apparently, taking a ferry is much cheaper than other ways but it takes much time and is more crowded. You can go to Got Harbour from Cat Ba Island by hydrofoil.

Departing/arriving at Got Harbour, the hydrofoil ticket costs VND 60,000/person to Phu Long Port (“Bến Phù Long” in Vietnamese), not including the bus to/from the centre of the island. After 8-10 mins journey, you will be at Got Harbour. Obviously, the time for transfering is quite fast so tourists who are seasick shouldn’t use this vehicle.

Option 1:
Firstly, you can depart at Tuan Chau Island (Halong City) by taking a private speed boat to Gia Luan Harbour (25 kms far from Cat Ba Town), 20 mins to get there. Then, taking a taxi to get to Cai Vieng Port. Finally, you can get to Got Harbour through Cai Vieng Port. Time and price are presented above, in the 4th part.
– Here are several departure times:
+ Tuan Chau Island to Gia Luan: 7h15; 8h30; 10h30; 13h; 14h30; 16h
+ Gia Luan to Tuan Chau Island: 8h; 9h15; 11h; 13h; 15h30; 16h30
+ Price: VND 450,000 for less than 9 people
VND 650,000 for 9 to 16 people

Option 2:
– Departure from Hon Gai Port (Halong City) to get Got Harbour is properly the second choice for you. The only thing that you have to do is take the speed boat and go directly to Beo Seaport, 1,5 km far from Cat Ba Town. It takes about 40 – 45 mins on boat.
– From Beo Seaport, you can reach Got Harbour via Cai Vieng Port. The information about price and time is shown in the 4th part – how to get Got Harbour by ferry.
– Here are departure times:
+ Hon Gai Port – Beo Harbour: 7h30; 13h
+ Beo Harbour – Hon Gai Port: 8h30; 13h55
+ Price: VND 150,000/person

Please note it down, the times for departure may change without notification. Make sure that you contact with service providers before your comings. Obviously, the speed boat is more convenient and time-saving for you, especially in high season. In a urgent situation, Heritage Cruises can help you to book a private speedboat to get Got Harbour on time for boarding on our cruise.

In conclusion, Heritage Cruises has just helped you to look through all the possible routes from your home country, Hanoi city, Halong Bay, Hai Phong city or Cat Ba Town to get Cat Ba Island by different means of transportation. Each route has own its advantages and disadvantages, travellers should take into account to choose the way, vehicles and the budget that are appropriate with your itinerary and present condition. If you need more detailed information, please don’t hesitate to contact us. 

About the Cat Ba Archipelago & Lan Ha Bay

February 12, 2019 By Travel Guide Comments Off

Authenticity is the buzzword for Cat Ba Archipelago and Lan Ha Bay. Traveling to Cat Ba by road only takes 1.5 hours from Hanoi by the 5B Highway. Nowadays, travelers are switching from Halong Bay to Cat Ba and Lan Ha Bay in increasing numbers.

This place is now firmly in the development phase; everything is just getting started. Lan Ha is so small that you can rent a cruise boat to explore the bay by yourself. This is perfect for Cat Ba’s based travelers who are self-confident and experienced and want a whole new kind of adventure.

Cat Ba is the largest of the 366 islands spanning the 260km2 that comprise the Cat Ba Archipelago, which makes up the southeastern edge of Halong Bay in Northern Vietnam.

Cat Ba island has a surface area of 285km2 and retains the dramatic and rugged features of Halong Bay. This island belongs to Haiphong City – an important industrial city which, together with Hanoi and Halong, forms an important economic triangle in North Vietnam.

Approximately half of Cat Ba Island is covered by a national park, which is home to the highly endangered Cat Ba Langur.

The island has a wide variety of natural ecosystems, both marine and terrestrial, leading to incredibly high rates of biodiversity.

The types of natural habitats to be found in the Cat Ba Archipelago include limestone karsts, tropical limestone forests, coral reefs, mangrove and sea-grass beds, lagoons, beaches, caves, and willow swamp forests.

Cat Ba island is one of the only populated islands in Halong Bay, with roughly 13,000 inhabitants living in six different communes, and 4,000 more inhabitants living on floating fishing villages off the coast.

The majority of the population can be found in Cat Ba town, which is located at the southern tip of the island (15km south of the national park) and is the commercial center. Cat Ba’s fish sauce is particularly famous and one of the main industries on the island and travelers can visit the factory in Cat Ba town.

Halong Bay is understandably popular and crowded, but if you want to experience it without other tourists, be sure to book our private charter boat that will sail where you want, cruising on your own itinerary.

Go deep into the bay, explore the caves and grottoes, head over to Bai Tu Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay, trek in Cat Ba National Park, go rock climbing, kayaking, and watching some of the most amazing sunsets that you’ll ever set eyes on.

Heritage Cruises can help you to take up his challenge with three experiences: Dream Cruise for one day, Discover Cruise for two days, Explorer Cruise for three days and Expedition Cruise for four days. In addition, we arrange private charters for four or five day expeditions in the Gulf of Tonkin.

Discover Dong Hoa Cuong or Diamond Cave

February 12, 2019 By Destinations, Destinations, Destinations Comments Off

Cat Ba Island is one of the main destinations of the Halong region. The island is famous for its many caves, both small and large, and prominent among them are Quan Y (historic Hospital Cave), Trung Trang, Dong Hoa Cuong and Thien Long caves, all with numerous impressive stalactites and stalagmites. Dong Hoa Cuong, or Diamond Cave, is one of the most amazing caves and you should make a point of seeing it if you join our Heritage Expedition four-day program.

Close to the village of Gia Luan one of the most beautiful and famous caves of the Cat Ba Islands, Hoa Cuong cave or Da Hoa cave, can be found. It has been named Hoa Cuong (Diamond) cave because of the interior’s iridescent sparkle, just like a diamond. The cave is located in a large mountain to the northeast of the village, at an altitude of 50 metres above sea level and 10 metres in height.

Reached through a large arched entrance, hidden by trees and bushes, the cave is wide and quiet, 25 metres in width and 100 metres long, with a pleasant temperature, perfect for a visit. In the Diamond Cave, there are many stalactites created in a variety of shapes by Mother Nature, many taking on the appearance of humans and animals. On the right-hand side of the cave is a giant curtain of stalactites, which inspired a local legend.

According to the legend, the King of Heaven found the climate here idyllic and the scenery charming, so he would take the princes and princesses to spend time together here in the cave. The stalactite curtain separated the boudoir of one of the princesses, guarded by two stone lions, where the princess rocked her baby to sleep on a magnificent bed, accompanied by a small fairy.

As you explore further into the cave you come across a luminous cool lake, the water so clear that you can see the white pebbles at the bottom. The people of Gia Luan believe that the women in this region have white skin as a result of bathing in the lake. Close by is a rock that looks like a boat belonging to a prince, giving the lake a romantic feeling and perpetuating the legend of the cave. When light floods into the cave, the lake shimmers and the reflections on the stalactites and stalagmites appear to be like flowers blooming, creating a sense of magic.

Archaeologists have excavated here and discovered the fossilized teeth of an ancient gibbon dating back tens of thousands of years, clearly demonstrating the existence of an ancient gibbon species living in Cat Ba Island.

Hoa Cuong cave is a particular favorite of both domestic and foreign visitors because of the pristine beauty of the area, the legends surrounding it, and the fascinating history revealed by the archaeologists. One not to be missed!