Local Guide: 1 day in Ha Long - Vietnam

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[{"address":"Tuần Châu Harbor","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.14321712068773834,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":20.92261955607127,"longitude":106.99014415},"media":[{"type":"text","content":"Currently, there are many means of transportation to Ha Long such as passenger cars, tourist buses, trains, motorbikes, airplanes, etc. From Hanoi to Ha Long, the distance is about 160km - 170km with time. Travel time from 2-4 hours depending on the route you choose. If you depart from Ho Chi Minh, because the distance is quite long, for the most convenience, you should choose to fly to Van Don international airport."},{"type":"text","content":"# Starting point - Tuan Chau Harbor"},{"metadata":{"width":550,"height":365},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FoVLMLTouw3p8TfZh9aJ8%2Fimages843153a.jpg?alt=media&token=f29c51ac-30ce-4a69-aa3f-a8390bd6230a"},{"type":"text","content":"Morning of the first day after you arrive in Ha Long, check in hotel. If you come early, you can always go out. Otherwise, after checking in, you take a rest, eat, and then start exploring.\n\n ## Where to buy tickets to visit Ha Long Bay?\n– If you have booked a shipping company or booked a tour, you do not need to care about this information because someone else has done it for you.\n\nIf you buy tickets yourself, you will need to know where to buy tickets at 02 major ports in Ha Long, including:\n\n+ Tuan Chau international passenger port, just go to the main door and look inside, you will see the ticket counter on the right. Tuan Chau Port is a large port located on Tuan Chau Island, about 12km from the center of Ha Long City (Vuong Dao Junction or Sun World Ha Long)"},{"type":"link","content":"https://www.klook.com/vi/activity/28763-halong-bay-surprising-cave-titop-island-tour-hanoi/?gclid=CjwKCAjw9suYBhBIEiwA7iMhNAuzzP0W4wzQ95Yb5N4PKvxVr-WfKpMciFq8AaeBirUd1q7_ysCBkBoCqUMQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds"},{"metadata":{"width":576,"height":1024},"type":"video","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FoVLMLTouw3p8TfZh9aJ8%2Ft%E1%BA%A3i%20xu%E1%BB%91ng.mp4?alt=media&token=5fa7a28d-befd-4a5a-9bd5-a455d202f960"},{"type":"text","content":"## Some notes for a 1-day itinerary in Ha Long:\n* *Should go in the summer: * In the summer, Titop Island in Quang Ninh has white sand, golden sunshine, very suitable for vacation and discovery trips. Meanwhile, the winter weather on the island is very cold, the scenery is deserted.\n* *Bring food, Ha Long specialties when going to the island*: Titop is a natural island, not much affected by tourism activities. On the island, there are very few dining and resting services. Therefore, to visit Titop, you should bring food to fight hunger. Or preparing some seafood to open a barbecue on the beach is also a good suggestion for those who come with family or a group of friends.\n* *Note to follow the ladder system when climbing to the top of the mountain: * The way to the top of Titop is relatively difficult with 400 steps. To ensure safety, you should pay attention to the road, cling to the handrails during climbing or descending.\n* * Bring some necessary items: * The weather on the island is very sunny, you should bring sunscreen to avoid burning your skin. In addition, the necessary items that should be \"pocketed\" when visiting Titop Island are: swimwear, virtual living accessories, power banks ....\n* *Book a hotel or cruise in advance:* In the peak tourist season, Ha Long welcomes a lot of domestic and international tourists. To avoid running out of rooms and train tickets, you should book a hotel room and book a boat in advance."}]},{"address":"Hòn Đỉnh Hương","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.14321712068773834,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":20.900456606064242,"longitude":107.0160589},"media":[{"type":"text","content":"# Dinh Huong Island"},{"metadata":{"width":670,"height":465},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FoVLMLTouw3p8TfZh9aJ8%2Fh%C3%B2n%20%C4%91%E1%BB%89nh%20h%C6%B0%C6%A1ng.jpg?alt=media&token=285382c7-7746-4751-9f94-d62dad5f796c"},{"type":"text","content":"Hon Dinh Huong belongs to sightseeing routes 1 and 5, in the area of Ba Hang cave, about 2.5 km from Tuan Chau international port, about 8.5 km from Ha Long international passenger port. Dinh Huong islet is shaped like an incense burner, when the tide is low, Dinh Huong islet reveals the foot of the island that has been eroded by sea water over millions of years, this is a typical image demonstrating the process of sea erosion. at the foot of the typical limestone islands in Ha Long Bay. When the tide is high, the foot of the island is hidden, Dinh Huong island takes the shape of a screen, as if it is shielding and protecting ships, fishermen and tourists. With such spiritual meaning, Dinh Huong Island is considered an island that brings a lot of luck."},{"metadata":{"width":540,"height":960},"type":"video","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FoVLMLTouw3p8TfZh9aJ8%2Ft%E1%BA%A3i%20xu%E1%BB%91ng%20(1).mp4?alt=media&token=4a920207-d185-49db-a60c-7fc032a5c4f5"}]},{"address":"Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.14321712068773834,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":20.84416005604636,"longitude":107.09129089999998},"media":[{"type":"text","content":"# Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave"},{"type":"text","content":"Sung Sot Cave is located on Bo Hon Island, in the center of Ha Long Bay, Bai Chay Ward, Quang Ninh Province.\n\nWhen setting foot on Bo Hon island, visitors will have to climb 50 high stone steps and then continue down 10 stone steps to reach the cave entrance and explore Sung Sot cave. The way to the cave is through the forest foliage, joined by craggy stone steps.\nYou have to squeeze through a narrow rock slot to enter the cave with an area of ​​nearly 12,200m2, about 30m high. Along the 800m long stone road, the beauty of Sung Sot cave gradually appears fanciful and enchanting in the eyes of visitors."},{"metadata":{"width":900,"height":600},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FoVLMLTouw3p8TfZh9aJ8%2FHang-Sung-Sot-Ky-quan-dep-nhat-vinh-Ha-Long.jpg?alt=media&token=4b7ef737-a747-4d98-8d39-d28ba96e216c"},{"type":"text","content":"Along the two sides of the stone road in the cave are low street lamp posts with soft light, enhancing the beauty of this Ha Long landscape.\n\nSung Sot Cave consists of 2 main compartments. In the first compartment, the ceiling of the cave is covered with a layer of \"velvet carpet\" with shiny stalactite chandeliers. The stone statues, elephants, flowers, seals, ... appear vividly, attracting visitors.\n\nGoing to the second compartment is a completely different scene with a vast cave that can accommodate up to thousands of people. Going deep inside, visitors will admire the images associated with the legend of Saint Giong. Next to the entrance and exit is a stone block shaped like a horse and the long sword of Saint Giong. In the cave, there are small ponds and lakes like the footprints of Giong horses.\n\nGoing to the highest peak of the cave, opening in front of visitors is a \"royal garden\" with a clear lake, all kinds of plants and many species of birds. Groups of monkeys often come down here to find fruit, causing an uproar in the whole area."},{"metadata":{"width":576,"height":1024},"type":"video","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FoVLMLTouw3p8TfZh9aJ8%2Ft%E1%BA%A3i%20xu%E1%BB%91ng%20(2).mp4?alt=media&token=4c092e6f-8d15-42d8-8319-cf535313745e"}]},{"address":"Ti Top Island","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.14321712068773834,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":20.858874491869692,"longitude":107.08038744302209},"media":[{"type":"text","content":"# Ti Top Island"},{"metadata":{"width":700,"height":580},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FoVLMLTouw3p8TfZh9aJ8%2Ftiptop-island-thumb_1646278668.jpg?alt=media&token=46900643-546e-4dc2-aeb5-dd695c179f30"},{"type":"text","content":"Với bờ nghiêng tuyệt đẹp cùng bãi cát trắng phau, nước biển trong vắt, đảo Titop Quảng Ninh là địa điểm dừng chân không thể bỏ lỡ trong hành trình khám phá Hạ Long. Nơi đây cũng được mệnh danh là “thiên đường” với những ai yêu thích du lịch.\n\nKhông giống như các địa điểm khác trên vịnh, Titop có khung cảnh thiên nhiên hoang sơ, tươi đẹp và vô cùng yên tĩnh. Nơi đây có bãi cát dài và rất sạch do thủy triều lên xuống thường xuyên. Nước biển bốn mùa trong xanh, có thể nhìn thấy những hòn đá cuội dưới đáy cát. \n\nDo đảo Ti Tốp Quảng Ninh là hòn đảo nhỏ nên chưa có nhiều hoạt động vui chơi. Với tour du lịch 1 ngày, bạn đã có thể thăm thú, khám phá và trải nghiệm mọi hoạt động trên đảo. Bởi thế, du khách nên đặt khách sạn có vị trí thuận lợi, dễ dàng cho việc di chuyển. \n\nTour đi đảo Titop là một trong những điểm dừng chân thuộc tuyến tham quan số 2 vịnh Hạ Long. Để đi đảo Titop, bạn chỉ cần mua vé, thuê tàu thăm vịnh. Du khách cũng cần lưu ý, Ban quản lý vịnh không bán riêng vé tàu ra đảo Titop mà bao gồm cả hành trình tham quan trên vịnh.\n\nThời gian gần đây, du lịch đảo Titop Quảng Ninh bằng thủy phi cơ thu hút rất đông sự quan tâm của du khách. Với hình thức du lịch này, bạn sẽ bắt đầu xuất phát từ đảo Tuần Châu, bay lơ lửng trên độ cao khoảng 300m để ngắm toàn cảnh vịnh Hạ Long trên cao. Thủy phi cơ sẽ dừng tại đảo Titop để du khách có thể nghỉ ngơi, khám phá khung cảnh thiên nhiên tươi đẹp nơi đây. "},{"metadata":{"width":1024,"height":576},"type":"video","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FoVLMLTouw3p8TfZh9aJ8%2Ft%E1%BA%A3i%20xu%E1%BB%91ng%20(3).mp4?alt=media&token=c00d31fd-cd58-4484-95a4-f2e1eaa50142"},{"metadata":{"width":700,"height":466},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FoVLMLTouw3p8TfZh9aJ8%2Fdao-titop-quang-ninh-9_1625285495.jpg?alt=media&token=70af5ccc-11b2-4432-9a5d-ec57e2a76e45"},{"type":"text","content":"Thanks to the spacious scenery and wild beauty, coming to Titop Island in Quang Ninh, visitors will enjoy nature. Along with that, there are many other interesting entertainment activities:\n\n* Swimming at Vung Trang beach\nTitop owns a beautiful beach also known as Vang Trang beach. Because viewed from above, the beach looks like a full moon embracing the island's feet.\n\n* Kayaking\nKayaking is an indispensable activity when coming to Titop. You will be able to control the tiny kayak yourself, wriggling through the caves to discover all the beauty of nature.\n\nThe most important thing when rowing is that visitors must keep their balance and paddle evenly to avoid overturning. Kayak rental price to explore Titop 1 is about 150,000 VND/hour.\n\n* Drag the float\nPulling buoys is not a new game but still attracts a large number of visitors. You will tie the buoy to a canoe or motorbike and be dragged across the water at a speed of 50 – 80km / h. Pulling buoys is very suitable for groups of young people or teambuilding programs of companies and businesses\n\n* Parachute\nThis game challenges courage and bravery and requires participants to be in good health. You will be swinging in the wind, enjoying the beauty of Ha Long Bay from above. A very Yomost feeling!"}]},{"address":"Bánh cuốn chả mực gốc bàng","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.14321712068773834,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":20.951463956080463,"longitude":107.0799544},"media":[{"type":"text","content":"# Enjoy the specialty- Squid roll cake"},{"metadata":{"width":1000,"height":1000},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FoVLMLTouw3p8TfZh9aJ8%2F084436-67765138-2262205747211245-6288201896553349120-o.jpg?alt=media&token=e27e3a0c-0c36-46be-8cf2-b366c2745e82"},{"type":"text","content":"* No. 189 Alley 1, Nhat Street, Le Thanh Tong Street, Bach Dang Ward, Ha Long City, Quang Ninh\n* Root Cay Bang Squid Rolls\n* 096 330 24 55"},{"type":"text","content":"Cuc Cay Bang squid roll cake, also known as Ba Den restaurant, is the most famous roll cake shop in Ha Long city. It is known that this is a long-standing bakery, so far it has been passed down for 3 generations. Although located deep in a small alley on Nhat Street, this bakery is always crowded with tourists from all over the world as well as local visitors.\n\nThe menu of the restaurant has only one dish of banh cuon with squid, and it is also the most popular dish here.\n\nBanh cuon is made according to the heirloom recipe and is served with grilled squid. The soft and flexible banh cuon is different from the banh cuon in other regions such as Hanoi, Cao Bang, etc. The dough is clear, fragrant, chewy, delicious, and rich, wrapped in minced meat, shrimp, and wood ear mushrooms. carefully seasoned.\nEating banh cuon without grilled squid is considered as losing the soul of Ha Long land. Squid to make cha is apricot squid, which is caught in the waters of Quang Ninh. Therefore, the grilled squid here always keeps the fresh taste of the sea. Many diners when visiting Goc Cay Bang restaurant had to exclaim that “Cha ca is really the quintessence of this dish.” Grilled squid is fried golden, hot, when eating, you can feel the lumpy, crispy taste as well as the aroma emanating from the piece of squid.\n\nSquid rolls are served with raw vegetables, plus a bowl of spicy and sour sauce; All blend together to create a very unique banh cuon dish, very unforgettable for those who have tasted it. Ha Long squid cake rolls as a unique highlight of Quang Ninh coastal cuisine."},{"metadata":{"width":540,"height":960},"type":"video","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FoVLMLTouw3p8TfZh9aJ8%2Ft%E1%BA%A3i%20xu%E1%BB%91ng%20(4).mp4?alt=media&token=e68f2931-f041-45ab-b8b8-8b42d177b970"}]}]