Ha Long Bay
NORTHEASTERN VIETNAM
Ha Long Bay
A UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE
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Located in Northeastern Vietnam, Ha Long Bay is more than just a landscape — it is a timeless icon of natural beauty. Featuring over 1,600 limestone islands and islets rising from emerald waters, Ha Long Bay was twice recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in 1994 for its aesthetic value, and again in 2000 for its geological and geomorphological significance. In 2011, it was further honoured as one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature.
— A TIMELESS LEGEND —
The name “Ha Long” translates to “Descending Dragon,” rooted in ancient legends of the dragon sent to protect the Vietnamese people. From an aerial view, the bay resembles a magnificent silk painting, where majestic limestone pillars meet mystical caves such as Thien Cung — the Heavenly Palace — and Sung Sot, the Surprise Cave, creating a natural gallery of art and history.
— A DESTINATION OF SOPHISTICATION & LUXURY —
Today, Ha Long has evolved beyond its rugged beauty to become a global hub for luxury travel. With five-star boutique cruises gliding across tranquil waters, breathtaking seaplane tours at three hundred metres, and world-class golf courses, the bay offers an unparalleled sanctuary for the discerning traveller. Here, every golf swing becomes more than a game — it is a profound connection between the player and one of the world’s greatest natural legacies.
A VISUAL JOURNEY
The Bay in Frames
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GOLF COURSE 1
FLC Ha Long Bay Golf Club
“A Masterpiece Overlooking the Wonder”
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THE ARCHITECT
Designed by Brian Curley of Schmidt-Curley Design — the legendary architect behind the world-famous Mission Hills complexes.
COURSE SPECIFICATIONS
• Position: Cliffs of Area Column 3–5, Hong Ha Ward, Ha Long City
• Area: 85 hectares
• Scale: 18 holes, Par 71
• Grass: Platinum Paspalum — lush green year-round, stable high-speed roll
CHALLENGES & CONSIDERATIONS
• High Technicality: significant elevation changes and narrow fairways — a rewarding challenge
• Coastal Breezes: dynamic hilltop winds demand strategic club selection and ball control
• Course Mobility: 100% Golf Cart (buggy) experience required for comfort and pace
SIGNATURE HIGHLIGHTS
• The most spectacular panoramic view in Vietnam, overlooking the UNESCO Heritage site
• Located in the heart of the city — easy access to premium urban amenities
• Integrated 5-star resort with luxury Clubhouse and Grand Hotel
• Holes 8 & 12 — the iconic tees revealing thousands of limestone karsts
TRANSPORTATION & DISTANCE
• From Bai Chay Center: 15–20 min by car
• From Van Don Int’l Airport: 50 km · 50–60 min via highway
• From Cat Bi Int’l Airport (Hai Phong): 55 km · ~60 min
• From Hanoi: 155 km · 2–2.5 hrs via Highway 5B
FLC HA LONG BAY
The Course in Frames
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GOLF COURSE 2
Tuan Chau Golf Resort
“The Longest Coastal Fairway in Vietnam”
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THE ARCHITECT
Designed by Pacific Coast Design (Australia) — renowned for crafting environmentally harmonious courses to international standards.
COURSE SPECIFICATIONS
• Position: Tuan Chau Island, Ha Long City
• Area: 145 hectares
• Scale: 18 holes, Par 72 · 7,338 yards — among the longest in Vietnam
• Grass: Paspalum — coastal-curated, salt-air resistant, pristine surface
CHALLENGES & CONSIDERATIONS
• Strategic Layout: flatter terrain masterfully guarded by bunkers and water hazards
• Modern Landscape: open, sun-filled atmosphere with younger vegetation
• Perspective: sea-level view — intimate connection with coastal breeze and island calm
SIGNATURE HIGHLIGHTS
• Ultimate Privacy: island sanctuary — secluded and exclusive for elite guests
• Exceptional Night Golf: state-of-the-art 18-hole lighting · play under the stars
• Advanced Drainage: impeccable playing experience even shortly after rain
TRANSPORTATION & DISTANCE
• From Bai Chay Center: 10–15 min by car
• From Van Don Int’l Airport: 60 km · 60–70 min
• From Cat Bi Int’l Airport (Hai Phong): 45 km · 45–50 min — most convenient gateway
• From Hanoi: 150 km · ~2 hrs
TUAN CHAU GOLF RESORT
The Resort in Frames
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BEYOND THE FAIRWAY
Quiet Luxury Beyond Golf
Curated leisure experiences to enrich your Lotus Fairway journey
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COMBINED LEISURE EXPERIENCES
I. AERIAL SIGHTSEEING
Embark on a seaplane tour from Tuan Chau Island for a 20-minute majestic view of the bay from 300 metres above the limestone wonders.
II. PRIVATE HERITAGE CRUISE
After a morning round, transition seamlessly to a 5-star boutique cruise to relax amidst the tranquil emerald waters of the bay.
III. YOKO ONSEN REJUVENATION
A 20-minute drive delivers golfers to this Japanese-standard mineral spring resort — the ultimate muscle recovery sanctuary after a day on the fairway.
IV. CULTURAL DISCOVERY
Visit the Quang Ninh Museum, an architectural masterpiece located conveniently near the city centre — a quiet study in form and heritage.
V. FISHING SQUIDS ON THE BOAT
After dark, the cruise deck transforms into a professional fishing platform — high-powered lights and premium gear deliver the thrill of the midnight catch.
VI. THE FRESH MARKET
Visit Ha Long Fresh Market at dawn or dusk to hand-pick king crabs, river prawns and snails — cooked moments later by your private chef on board.
VII. SUNSET TEA
A boutique café on the hills of Dang Ba Hat offers a sweeping view of Bai Chay Bridge and the Sun Wheel — the city’s quietest panorama at golden hour.
VIII. OLD QUARTER STROLL
A gentle walk through the colourful old streets near the harbour, where guests enjoy a traditional cà phê muối — salt coffee — and let the world go by.
BEYOND THE FAIRWAY · HALONG
Aerial Sightseeing
A 20-MINUTE FLIGHT ABOVE THE WONDER
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High above the emerald waters, a different journey unfolds. From the seaplane terminal on Tuan Chau Island, a Cessna Grand Caravan lifts gently into the sky and turns toward the heart of the bay. For twenty unhurried minutes, the limestone cathedrals of Ha Long — over sixteen hundred islands and islets — reveal themselves in a perspective no boat can offer: an aerial silk painting in motion, three hundred metres beneath your wing.
FROM 300 METRES
GOLDEN HOUR DEPARTURES
EXPERIENCED PILOTS
FLIGHT NOTES
| Departure: Tuan Chau Marina Duration: 20 Minutes |
Aircraft: Cessna Grand Caravan Capacity: Up to 12 Guests |
Altitude: ≈ 300 Metres Best Light: Late Afternoon |
— A graceful complement to a morning round at FLC Ha Long Bay, or a poetic prelude to a private heritage cruise. —
BEYOND THE FAIRWAY · HALONG
The Heritage Elite Experience
TWO JOURNEYS UPON THE EMERALD WATERS
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I. THE BOUTIQUE HERITAGE CRUISE
An effortless transition from the greens to the emerald waters.
5-Star Sanctuary
Step aboard a hand-crafted heritage vessel where colonial charm meets modern luxury.
Tranquil Relaxation
Unwind in air-conditioned suites or on the expansive sundeck, offering 360-degree views of the bay’s most secluded corners.
Gourmet On-Board Dining
Enjoy a curated lunch or sunset dinner featuring fusion cuisine and premium spirits while gliding past limestone karsts.
Personalized Service
A dedicated crew is at your beck and call to ensure your post-golf recovery is seamless and serene.
II. THE NIGHT ADVENTURE
Fishing & Snorkeling — dive into the vibrant life beneath the surface and test your skills at sea.
Twilight Snorkeling
Explore the coral reefs during the “Golden Hour.” Our guides lead you to private spots where the marine life is most active and the water is crystal clear.
Ocean-to-Table Experience
Any “trophies” you catch — squid or prawns — are prepared instantly by our chef. Enjoy the freshest sashimi or grilled delicacies right on the deck.
Traditional Squid & Prawn Fishing
As darkness falls, the deck transforms into a professional fishing platform. Using high-powered lights and premium gear, experience the thrill of the “midnight catch.”
The Private Tender
For a more rugged experience, a smaller support boat takes you to shallow-water spots for a truly authentic local fishing atmosphere.
BEYOND THE FAIRWAY · HALONG
Yoko Onsen Rejuvenation
RITUALS OF REST · WATERS OF RESTORATION
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Twenty minutes from the fairway, the limestone cathedrals of Ha Long give way to a different kind of sanctuary. Set into a hidden valley of karst and pine, Yoko Onsen brings to Vietnam the precise rituals of a Japanese mineral – spring resort — silent stone pools fed by warm mineral waters, ceramic kame-buro barrel baths beneath lantern light, and the unhurried choreography of bath-and-rest that has restored travellers for centuries.
MINERAL ROCK POOLS
KAME-BURO BARRELS
TWILIGHT PAVILIONS
ONSEN NOTES
| Distance: 20 min by car Style: Japanese Onsen |
Baths: Stone & Barrel Setting: Karst Valley |
Ideal Visit: After Your Round Signature: Open-air pavilions |
— Where the rhythms of golf give way to the rituals of restoration. —
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Cultural Discovery
THE SACRED PEAK · THE CITY MUSEUM
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I. YEN TU MOUNTAIN
The cradle of Vietnamese Zen, where bronze meets the clouds.
The Bronze Pagoda
Cast entirely in bronze and perched at 1,068 metres, Chua Dong marks the spiritual summit of Vietnam — where heaven and earth are said to meet.
The Sea of Clouds
In the cool months, dense mist gathers below the summit, transforming the bronze sanctuary into an island adrift above the world.
Cradle of Vietnamese Zen
Birthplace of the Truc Lam sect, founded in 1299 by King Tran Nhan Tong, who renounced his throne to seek enlightenment on this mountain.
Effortless Ascent
A modern cable-car system glides above ancient pine forests, turning the once-arduous pilgrimage into a contemplative ride through the canopy.
II. QUANG NINH MUSEUM
An architectural masterpiece — a quiet study in form and heritage.
An Architectural Landmark
A striking dark-glass volume near the city centre, conceived as a contemporary counterpoint to the bay’s natural drama.
The Heritage Halls
Ethnographic galleries reveal the mining traditions, fishing villages, and craft textiles that shape Quang Ninh’s identity.
The Geology of a Wonder
Exhibits trace the slow making of Ha Long Bay across hundreds of millions of years — the limestone cathedrals you cruise, rendered comprehensible.
A Quiet Interlude
Air-conditioned, walkable, and central — an ideal pause between rounds, or a refined option on a rainy afternoon.
BEYOND THE FAIRWAY · HALONG
The Fresh Market
A LOCAL SEAFOOD ADVENTURE
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Beneath the lifting morning mist or in the slow gold of afternoon, Ha Long Fresh Market reveals a Vietnam few visitors ever see — wooden fishing boats unloading the dawn’s catch, vendors weighing crabs the size of dinner plates, and the steady choreography of bargaining in the local dialect. Hand-pick king crabs, river prawns, and silver-scaled rock fish; minutes later, the same haul makes its way to the chef on board your private cruise.
TODAY’S CATCH
VENDORS & THE CATCH
AFTER DARK
MARKET NOTES
| Best time: Dawn or late afternoon Location: Ha Long Fresh Market |
Look for: Crab · prawn · snail Duration: About 1 hour |
Signature: Hand-picked & cooked aboard Atmosphere: Vibrant & authentic |
— Vietnam, served fresh — from the water to your plate. —
BEYOND THE FAIRWAY · HALONG
Sunset Tea
PANORAMIC VIEWS · ABOVE THE BAY
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When the day on the fairway begins to soften, a quieter ritual awaits. High on the hills of Dang Ba Hat, a boutique cafe opens onto a sweeping panorama — the long arc of Bai Chay Bridge, the slow turn of the Sun Wheel, and beyond them the limestone karsts of Ha Long Bay reaching into the gold of the setting sun. There are no crowds here, only the still ceremony of tea, the long view, and the camera ready for a final frame of the day.
BENEATH WHITE PARASOLS
ABOVE THE BAY
THE FAR HORIZON
TEA NOTES
| Location: Hills of Dang Ba Hat Best time: Late afternoon |
Views: Bai Chay Bridge · Sun Wheel Duration: 1 to 2 hours |
Atmosphere: Quiet · uncrowded Ideal for: Photography & pause |
— Where the day softens, and the bay reveals its gold. —
BEYOND THE FAIRWAY · HALONG
Old Quarter Stroll
SALT COFFEE · LANTERN LIGHT
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When the round is done and the heat begins to lift, the gentlest pleasure of all awaits — a slow walk through ochre-coloured streets where silk lanterns sway and old wooden shutters open onto the harbour. Settle into a corner of Cộng Caphe for a glass of cà phê muối, the salt coffee that turns sweetness into surprise, and let the world go by — a cyclist, a vendor, a child with a paper lantern, the day folding quietly into night.
CONG CA PHE
CA PHE MUOI
STREET LIFE
COFFEE NOTES
| The quarter: Old streets near the harbour Best time: Late afternoon |
The coffee: Ca phe muoi · salt coffee Duration: About 2 hours |
Atmosphere: Lanterns · ochre walls Ideal for: Slow walking & photography |
— Where the day’s last light meets the lantern’s first glow. —
BEYOND THE FAIRWAY · HALONG
The Lotus Fairway Guide
TWO COURSES · TWO CHARACTERS
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Two coastal masterpieces, two distinct philosophies of the game — choose by mood, time of day, or the company you keep.
| GOLF COURSE 1 FOR THE THRILL SEEKER FLC Ha Long Bay For those drawn to a thrilling technical challenge and iconic hilltop views over the UNESCO wonder. |
GOLF COURSE 2 FOR THE PRIVATE ELITE Tuan Chau Golf Resort For those seeking exclusive privacy, Night Golf under the stars, and a sprawling coastal layout. |
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— Whichever you choose, the journey beyond the fairway awaits. —
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