The first day of our Intrepid tour started with a 4 hour drive (over very rough and bumpy roads) to Halong Bay in the north of Vietnam. Given the approaching typhoon we were very lucky to have good weather for this boat trip. On the bay were lots of boats, seemingly all heading to the same spot. We had a lovely 5 course lunch and then sat on the deck and got to know our fellow travellers.
We then got off the boat and visited some caves. These were very big which was lucky because they were also very crowded.
Back on the boat then and we watched the sunset whilst enjoying a cold beer.
We had another 6 courses for tea, mainly local seafood.
We slept on the boat, at least until the engine started at 5am. (We had to return to port early due to the impending typhoon).
Amazing pictures - keep them coming.
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Have fun, Theresa X