WELCOME TO ACTIVITY CENTER. L.I.F.E: Leisure Interest Fun - Experience Page 1

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1 WELCOME TO ACTIVITY CENTER L.I.F.E: Leisure Interest Fun - Experience Page 1

2 ACTIVITIES See the sites and culture of Nha Trang by Our daily complimentary shuttle service leaves the pier at 8:30am and return pick up at 2:30pm from the Nha Trang Center. Discover Vietnam and experience how the locals live, this is a cultural experience you will never forget! Early morning experience local markets. Attractions Cruises Yang Bay Water Fall Monkey Island Fishing & Snorkeling Cruise Sunset Cruise Marine Park Adventure Biking Tour Jungle Rock Trail Mountain Trail Experience: Basket boat netting & Fishing Being a local gardener L.I.F.E: Leisure Interest Fun - Experience Page 2

3 EXPERIENCES Before you go... For our activities, staff or your butler will be happy to arrange any activity for you, whether you decide to be adventurous or be a little more indulgent with a glass of champagne on a sunset cruise around the local islands and bays. For most activities, all you will need to bring is some sunscreen, a hat, your camera and a sense of adventure, and we will take care of the rest. Our excursions include: Experienced & English speaking guides Transportation Service charges and entry fees, including boat transfers from the resort Refreshments, including soft drinks and local beer Of course, for full day activities, our culinary team will prepare you a delicious picnic, or we will organize for you to have a traditional Vietnamese lunch in a local restaurant. Please notify our staff of any morning for full day activities you wish to do the day before so we have adequate time to organize a fantastic experience for you. For afternoon or evening excursions, we should be ready for your departure with just a few hours notice. Please note that a cancellation charge of 50% of your booked activity will apply for any cancellation after 8:00pm the day prior to the booked trip. If the weather or conditions are deemed to be unsuitable for your excursion, management may cancel the activity. L.I.F.E: Leisure Interest Fun - Experience Page 3

4 Complimentary Daily Shuttle Service to Nha Trang Each day our resort provides a complimentary daily service to Nha Trang. (Please note that this service is for in house guest use). To ensure you make the most of your day in town please inform to your butler the night before so that they can prepare a list of places for you to visit based on your preferences. The boat will depart from the Jetty at 8:30am and you will arrive to Nha Trang Center at approximately 9:15am. Your butler will provide you with a map of Nha Trang along with a mobile phone so you may contact your butler or resort at any time. Your pick up back to the resort will be at 2:30pm from the Nha Trang Center. Top places of interest include: Long Son Pagoda Louisiane Brew house Sailing Club Nha Trang Cathedral Nha Trang City Centre (Shopping Plaza) Po Nagar Thap Ba Hot Spring Center (Mud baths) Vinpearl Land Vinpearl and Diamond Bay Golf Courses XQ Embroidery I resort L.I.F.E: Leisure Interest Fun - Experience Page 4

5 Discovery Real Vietnam Experience the Authentic Vietnamese Culture This is a tailor-made excursion that offers you a fascinating insight into the real lives of everyday people who are the backbone of Vietnam, one of the best ways to experience the True Vietnamese countryside. Our car will drive you through the countryside where the village paths lead to discover the traditional wooden house architecture and the scene of local people living by the riverside among bamboo trees, one of the most useful and sustainable local material. The first stop of your tour is a workshop for one of the most typical food from rice steamed and processed into round piece dried in the sun on the bamboo brackets that are on sale in markets, restaurants or shops that is call rice cracker or rice paper. You are also invited to experience how to do it by yourself as well as tasting this very good local specialty. For the next highlight stop our guide will take you to visit a rice noodle workshop, then further learn how to make incense stick used in the temples and also the craft of the iconic Vietnamese conical hat among some local villager home business. Then you will have a chance to sample delicious Vietnamese dishes selected for your lunch in a charming local restaurant. After your lunch time, our guide will take you to visit the traditional sleeping matt making workshop. Before returning to the resort, you will board a boat on the Cai River to enjoy a refreshing sightseeing tour to relax and view the lifestyle along Vietnam river banks. 2 persons: VND Extra person: VND L.I.F.E: Leisure Interest Fun - Experience Page 5

6 Local Market Experience 2 persons: 5,550,000 VND Extra person: 1,450,000 VND For an authentic market experience, our guide will wake you up at 5:30am, and after a tea or coffee with some pastries, you will head into town to see Nha Trang at its best. Early in the morning is the coolest time of the day and that is when the city is alive and the markets are in full swing. Upon arrival in Nha Trang your first market experience will be at the Xom Moi market known as Nha Trang s central market where you will find all the local restaurants purchasing their days supplies. Here you will experience your first Vietnamese street coffee. You will then transfer onto a cyclo so you can travel local style and truly feel the morning buzz through the city streets to start your street food experience. Local Banh Can followed by Vietnamese national dish Pho. This is by no means a glamorous restaurant, but its pho is so good it has been lauded as the best pho by the New York Times. After your traditional Vietnamese breakfast, you will visit the Dam market. Here you will explore the local side of the markets that is not frequented by tourist where you will see some of the most unusual items found in Vietnam. This is where you will really get amongst the locals and witness the some truly amazing Vietnamese customs. L.I.F.E: Leisure Interest Fun - Experience Page 6

7 Yang Bay Waterfall Yang Bay waterfall whose name means waterfall of heaven in the language of the regional Raglai ethnic minority is derived from the Cau River, forming the Yang Bay waterfall and two other small operators and Khang Yang Ho Cho. The Yang Bay Waterfall 2,000 meters in length and 80 meters height difference, creating many natural lakes, large and small. These waterfalls are spectacular and a great spot for swimming, you can even get right up to the falls for an all-natural shower. On this tour you will visit an ancient tree called Forest God, see the traditional pig racing, chicken fighting, bear and crocodile fishing. Before heading to lunch at a local Vietnamese restaurant, the Raglai ethnic minority will host a traditional musical performance with instruments such as Dintuk (flute of friend), Takung (flute of love), Talepiloi (flute of power), Angrung driving birds away from rice fields), Krongput (played by clapping hands), Dan da (praying god for good weather). Private Full day Tour with lunch in a local Vietnamese restaurant. 2 Persons: 6,150,000 VND Extra Person: 2,350,000 VND L.I.F.E: Leisure Interest Fun - Experience Page 7

8 Monkey Island This is a great way to get up close and see wild monkeys especially the King of the monkeys with his many wives. If you have food in your hand they will approach you immediately but please be careful with your jewelry as they are attracted to shining objects. Also avoid teasing them with their food as they don t like this and may react in an unfriendly manner. The monkey show starts at 10am where you can see them answer mathematical questions and perform acts. Private tour includes: Light refreshments, tickets, and food for monkey. 02 Persons: 3,250,000 VND Extra Person: 750,000 VND Starting Time: 9:00 am by wooden boat L.I.F.E: Leisure Interest Fun - Experience Page 8

9 Fishing & Snorkeling Cruise For those who love fishing, come and join our fishing & snorkeling trip that is privately arranged by our Excursion staff. The local wooden boat or Catamaran will take you to the fishing spots where you can do fishing as well as discovery the beautiful coral reef for some swimming and snorkeling. On the way back, our guide will take you to the local lobster farms to see how the fisherman lives and doing their business with his loyal security dogs. Whilst cruising along this magnificent bay a light refreshments with some beers & soft drinks. Private Tour for 3 hours Traditional Wooden Fishing Boat: 2 Persons: 3,350,000 VND Extra Person: 700,000 VND Wooden Catamaran: 4 Persons: 6,150,000 VND Extra Person: 700,000 VND L.I.F.E: Leisure Interest Fun - Experience Page 9

10 Sunset & Romantic Cruise Spend the afternoon cruising around the magnificent Ninh Van Bay whilst sipping on a glass of bubbly and enjoying a selection of canape as our experienced local guides share their stories and knowledge about the fishing culture and daily lives of the Ninh Van Bay locals, surrounding islands and attractions. 2 Hour Cruise by. Traditional Fishing Boat : 2 Persons: 2,950,000 VND Extra person: 700,000 VND Wooden Catamaran (minimum 4 persons): 2 4 Persons: 5,950,000 VND Extra person: 750,000 VND L.I.F.E: Leisure Interest Fun - Experience Page 10

11 Marine Park This is a full day excursion exploring the local bays and islands at your leisure. You will past by the various islands around Nha Trang, including the caves inhabited by the swallows, famous for the harvesting of their nests for Bird Nest Soup. You can also go snorkeling at Hon Mun Marine Park to see the best coral reefs and fish life Nha Trang has to offer. Your lunch will be set up at a charming local restaurant where you have some Vietnamese food as well as having time for relax or swimming. The trip should take between 5-6 hours, depending on how much you want to see, and how long you wish to snorkel. Option 1: Shuttle Boat & Car transfer: Time start: 8:30 am 15:00 pm 02 persons: 5,750,000 VND Extra person: 1,600,000 VND Option 2: Private speed boat direct to Marine Park: 02 persons: 7,550,000 VND Extra person: 1,600,000 VND Tour all includes entrance fees, lunch & soft drinks. L.I.F.E: Leisure Interest Fun - Experience Page 11

12 River Tour & Mud Bath Experience Private Full Day Tour Enjoy your beautiful day by boating along Cai river which is the longest river in Nha Trang, you will see an amazing view of city & the local village with sea, coconut, and houses by river. Then you can visit local people to see how they live & taste the sweet of coconut juice. By two sides of river, bamboo trees, rice field & mountain far away combine with the peaceful of countryside will bring to you a lot of moments to take some photos. You will have chance to visit the ancient house by river as well. Before having lunch in a charming local restaurant by riverside, it s time for your relaxation in the Hot Spring Mud bath center. Tour includes: Lunch & Round trip transportation, 02 persons: 7,150,000 VND Extra Person: 2,350,000 VND Mud Bath Experience Only Tour includes: Car Transfer, entrance s tickets, shuttle boat at 8:30 am 15:00 pm. 02 persons: 3,950,000 VND Extra Person: 1,550, 000 VND L.I.F.E: Leisure Interest Fun - Experience Page 12

13 The L Alyana Special Experience Going with us on a unique experience of L Alyana by becoming a local villager to learn how to plant vegetable in our organic garden then join the basket boat fishing activity to catch the fish as a real fisherman. Your active day will start after your breakfast around 9:00 am, you will go and gather with our gardener to take the soil by the wheelbarrow then make the beds for vegetable plant. The seeds will be planted after you finished those beds as well as watering and fertilizing. Take a short time break with some tea, coffee and fruits then our guide will explain for you the daily life of local fisherman as well as show you how to paddling the traditional basket boat and do netting to catch the fish on the sea. With all of your catch, our chef will cook that as well as some vegetable from our organic garden for your meal. 2 pax: VND Extra person: VND Basket Boat Experience only. Basket Boat training: Basket Boat netting: 250,000 VND/ 01 pax 650,000 VND/ 01 pax L.I.F.E: Leisure Interest Fun - Experience Page 13

14 Boat Charter Spend your day cruising around the magnificent Ninh Van Bay with our experienced local guides share their stories and knowledge about the fishing culture and daily lives of the Ninh Van Bay locals, surrounding islands and attractions. The picnic lunch and other snorkeling & fishing gears could be arranged up on your request. Catamaran Boat Charter (Maximum: 16 pax) For persons: First 2 hours: 4,850,000 VND From 3 rd hour: 2,000,000 VND/ 1 hour. From 5 th person: 700,000 VND/added person Wooden Fishing Boat Charter (Maximum: 04 pax) For 02 persons: First 2 hours: 2,450,000 VND From 3 rd hour: 1,050,000 VND/ hour. From 3rd person: 700,000 VND/added person Other Services: Fishing rod: 125,000 VND/ pcs Snorkeling gear: 125,000 VND/set Picnic lunch: 1,050,000 VND/pax Please note that, the tours are not includes any entrance fees of islands or attractions. L.I.F.E: Leisure Interest Fun - Experience Page 14

15 Hiking Trail Adventures After a few days of pure indulgence at L Alyana Ninh Van Bay why not challenge yourself to one of our 2 complimentary hikes led by our experienced guides or for the more fit and the adventurous The Ultimate Ninh Van Bay Trail each offering different views of the stunning Ninh Van Bay. We insist that you are led by our guides on each trail as you are entering a really untouched and alive Jungle. Our guides know the trail very well and also carry water along with a first aid kit. In case you wish to use our boat to come back to resort, a service pick up fee will be added. The Jungle Rock Trail This hike through the Forrest will take 1.5 hours starting at 8:30am. The record is 1 hour. On this hike you will need supportive shoes as you will climb past 2 waterfalls and then do a small abseil down some large rocks. Be prepared to sweat and keep up with the guides if you are up for the challenge. The Mountain Trail This adventure hike through the Forrest will take ca. 30 minutes starting at 08:30 am starting from the center of the Resort. It is recommended that you wear supportive shoes (no Flip Flop s) as you will climb past to a big rock where you can see the whole view of L Alyana Resort. L.I.F.E: Leisure Interest Fun - Experience Page 15

16 City Tour by Jeep Vintage Excursion (Outside Service Pick up & Return at Lounge) Site to visit: Ponagar tower: built before 781 is where Hindu religious rituals take place daily. Long Son Pagoda: the tallest Buddhist temple in Nha Trang city. Nha Trang cathedral: the Roman Catholic Diocese of Nha Trang with Gothic arches and Roman architecture. Nha Trang Oceanography Institute: one of the first and biggest museums ever built in South East Asia, dedicated to scientific research, exhibiting over specimens of rare marine life. Vinh Luong fish port: a visit to the fishing village, Deeping into the culture and traditions of Vietnamese fisherman s life. Duration: 05 Hours Tour includes: English speaking guide, light refreshment and all fees, tickets. Maximum: 3 passengers/ 1 Jeep 02 persons: 4,550,000 VND 3rd person: 1,750,000 VND (Please make sure that you will join the Shuttle boat at 8:30 am to the lounge & 15:00 pm back from lounge, the surcharge boat fee will be applied for different time requirement) L.I.F.E: Leisure Interest Fun - Experience Page 16

17 Countryside Tour by Jeep Vintage Excursion (Outside Service Pick up & Return at Lounge) Site to visit: Handcrafted villages such as hand-made clay cooking stove, sleeping mats, traditional conical Vietnamese hat and rice paper manufacturing. Visit a 200 year old house with its traditional Vietnamese architecture. A stop at the Dien Khanh Citadel, then visit Ha Dua church - the oldest Catholic Church in Khanh Hoa province by the French colonialist in late Take a ride around the peaceful countryside, passing fruit plantations, and watch farmers working the paddy fields. Lunch will be at a unique traditional restaurant in the countryside, serving healthy and delicious food. Tour includes: English specking guide, meal, refreshment and all fees, tickets. Maximum: 03 passengers/ 1 Jeep. 02 Persons: 5,550,000 VND 3rd Person: 2,350,000 VND (Please make sure that you will join the Shuttle boat at 8:30 am to the lounge & 15:00 pm back from lounge, the surcharge boat fee will be applied for different time requirement) L.I.F.E: Leisure Interest Fun - Experience Page 17

18 Cycling Tour Adventures (Outside Service Pick up & Return at Lounge) The hinterland around Nha Trang is an idyllic area for bicycle riding, with large plains of rice paddies, numerous watercourses, and a network of small local roads that are away from the traffic and safe for cycling. AM CHUA PAGODA TRAIL Level: Easy 45 km Duration: 5 6 hours. Starting time: 8:45 am & back to lounge: 2:45 pm What to see: Countryside > Water Reservoir > Am Chua pagoda Tour Includes: New bicycle, Helmet & Gloves Foods (lunch) & Drinks (water & beverages) Tour Guide All entry fees & Insurance Private Tour (Minimum 2 participants) 02 Persons: 7,350,000 VND Extra Person: 3,050,000 VND (Please make sure that you will join the Shuttle boat at 8:30 am to the lounge & 15:00 pm back from lounge, the surcharge boat fee will be applied for different time requirement) L.I.F.E: Leisure Interest Fun - Experience Page 18