Itinerary
Trip highlight
- Explore the stunning scenery of Halong Bay while sailing through thousands of limestone islands.
- Stay in comfortable cabins with large windows and en-suite bathrooms.
- Experience the beauty of the bay with kayaking in the midst of Karst Mountains and the Dark and Bright Lagoon areas.
- Visit Sung Sot Cave, one of the most beautiful caves in the bay.
- Learn about Vietnamese traditional cuisine with a cooking demonstration or start your day with an early Taichi class.
- Admire the breathtaking sunsets and peaceful dawns over the bay.
- Enjoy complimentary tea and coffee during your cruise.
- Book your spa services before the cruise date to receive a 20% discount.
- Daily departures with instant booking options available.
DAY 1: HANOI – HALONG BAY
- 08:00 Start departure from Hanoi.
- 12:00 Arrive to Bhaya Cafe at Tuan Chau Marina Harbor.
- 12:45 Board: Welcome drinks and a quick briefing of the itinerary and safety information by our Cruise Manager.
- 13:00 Let the vacation begin with a lunch buffet as the boat cruises towards South East Halong Bay, passing by Chicken Rock, Finger Islet, and Frog Islet (Toad islet).
- 15:00 Arrive to Dark and Bright Lagoon and visit the area by rowboat or kayak. Kayaks can be booked in advance at reception with extra cost. Anticipate a great chance to see Cat Ba Langur, one of the rarest langurs left.
- 16:30 Return to main boat for swimming around the area, relaxing on sundeck or indulging yourself with spa service.
- 17:00 Bar opens for the Happy Hour “Buy one get one free”.
- 17:30 Cooking demonstration with traditional Vietnamese food on the sundeck (or in the restaurant if weather does not allow).
- 19:00 Set menu dinner will be served in the restaurant.
- 21:00 Free time to be spent watching a movie in the restaurant, squid fishing at reception, or relaxing at the bar.
DAY 2: HALONG BAY – HANOI
- 06:15 Early start for a Tai Chi demonstration on the sundeck; tea and coffee available.
- 07:00 Light breakfast will be served in the restaurant.
- 07:45 Discover Surprise Cave, one of the biggest caves in Halong Bay with beautiful stalactites and stalagmites.
- 09:00 Back to main boat for check out: please put your baggage out to the corridor and settle your bill at reception.
- 09:30 Buffet brunch will be served in the restaurant while the boat heads back to harbor.
- 10:30 Disembark to Tuan Chau Marina and depart for Hanoi.
- 15:00 Return to Hanoi. End of service.
DAY 1: HANOI – HALONG BAY
- 08:00 Start departure from Hanoi.
- 12:00 Arrive to Bhaya Cafe at Tuan Chau Marina Harbor.
- 12:45 Board: Welcome drinks and a quick briefing of the itinerary and safety information by our Cruise Manager.
- 13:00 Let the vacation begin with a lunch buffet as the boat cruises towards South East Halong Bay, passing by Chicken Rock, Finger Islet, and Frog Islet (Toad islet).
- 15:00 Arrive to Dark and Bright Lagoon and visit the area by rowboat or kayak. Kayaks can be booked in advance at reception with extra cost. Anticipate a great chance to see Cat Ba Langur, one of the rarest langurs left.
- 16:30 Return to main boat for swimming around the area, relaxing on sundeck or indulging yourself with spa service.
- 17:00 Bar opens for the Happy Hour “Buy one get one free”.
- 17:30 Cooking demonstration with traditional Vietnamese food on the sundeck (or in the restaurant if weather does not allow).
- 19:00 Set menu dinner will be served in the restaurant.
- 21:00 Free time to be spent watching a movie in the restaurant, squid fishing at reception, or relaxing at the bar.
DAY 2: HALONG BAY – LAN HA BAY – CAT BA ISLAND
- 06:15 Start off your day with a Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck with complimentary tea and coffee.
- 07:00 Buffet breakfast is served in dining room.
- 08:30 Arrive in Cat Ba Island then cycle to Viet Hai village and explore the tropical jungle with a local guide. Optional electric cart service is available (at an extra cost).
- 11:00 Swimming and kayaking in Three Peach beach.
- 12:30 Buffet lunch served while the boat cruises toward Bai Tu Long Bay.
- 15:00 Transfer to Vung Vieng Fishing village. Discover the fascinating area while sitting on rowing boats with the local people.
- 17:00 Back to the boat for relaxation onboard. Bar opens for Happy Hour “Buy one, get one free”.
- 19:00 Dinner with set menu is served in the restaurant.
- 21:00 More free time to be spent watching movies in the restaurant, squid fishing at the reception, or relaxing at the bar.
DAY 3: HALONG BAY – HANOI
- 06:15 Early start for a Tai Chi demonstration on the sundeck; tea and coffee available.
- 07:00 Light breakfast will be served in the restaurant.
- 07:45 Discover Surprise Cave, one of the biggest caves in Halong Bay with beautiful stalactites and stalagmites.
- 09:00 Back to main boat for check out: please put your baggage out to the corridor and settle your bill at reception.
- 09:30 Buffet brunch will be served in the restaurant while the boat heads back to harbor.
- 10:30 Disembark to Tuan Chau Marina and depart for Hanoi.
- 15:00 Return to Hanoi. End of service.