Itinerary
Trip highlight
- Experience the natural beauty of Halong Bay and its tranquil islands with a luxurious two-day stay on the Jasmine Cruise. Savor the exquisite flavors of traditional Vietnamese cuisine and fresh seafood as you take in the stunning views from your spacious and well-appointed cabin.
- Embark on exciting excursions to visit caves, floating villages, and serene swimming areas. Get up close with the breathtaking landscape by kayaking through the grottoes and limestone formations.
- Take in the romantic sunrise and sunset from the comfort of the cruise sundeck, and relish the personalized service and incredible amenities offered by the Jasmine Cruise.
2 days 1 night
DAY 1: HANOI – HALONG BAY
- 07:30-08:00 We pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi by modern transfer
- 12:00 Arrive at Tuan Chau Marina Harbor .
- 12.30 Boarding – Enjoy Welcome Drink, receive cruise briefing and safety instructions.
- 12.45 Check in and begin cruise.
- 13.30 Lunch is served while cruising through the beautiful scenery of Halong Bay.
- 15.30 Arrive at the Cua Van floating fishing village area. Upon arrival we will transfer by tender to Tien Ong cave. There are many caves in Halong Bay, but Tien Ong is the most recently explored and opened for public access. In 2007 a team of Vietnamese archeologists conducted extensive research which led to the discovery of human bones and artifacts dating to 10,000 – 8,000 BC. The cave has a wide, but short entrance which is said to resemble the shape of a frog’s mouth. The cave is 5 meters above sea level and is 50 meters deep and covers 1000 square meters, almost evenly split into two chambers. We will tour the cave for about 15 minutes. From the cave we will re-board the tender and make the short trip to the village. There are two options for exploring the village. One option is to transfer on small bamboo boats rowed by the local people. The second option is to travel by kayak (self-rowed). The kayaking is optional.
- 17.15 Depart and sail for about 45 minutes to Luom Bo area, where we will anchor for overnight.
- 17.45 Our Chef will demonstrate the preparation of a particular Vietnamese cuisine in the dining room. Our guide will let you know what item will be prepared and will explain the process during the demonstration. Duration about is 20 – 30 minutes.
- 19.30 Dinner is served.
- 21.00 Short presentation is given about Halong Bay in the dining room.
DAY 2: HALONG BAY – HANOI
- 06.30 Coffee, tea and breakfast pastries served in the dining room.
- 07.00 Enjoy Tai Chi instruction on the sundeck (duration about 20 minutes).
- 07.15 Arrive at Titop Island area.
- 07.45 Transfer by tender to the island. There is a beach for swimming and you may also hike to the top of the island for great views and photo opportunities. The hike involves walking up about 400 stone steps; it normally takes about 10-15 minutes to the top. If you plan on hiking please be sure to wear proper footwear. We will spend about 45 minutes on the island.
- 08.45 Upon return to the boat you will have time to freshen up and finish packing. Please remove all of your belongings from the cabins, you may leave heavy luggage outside of the cabins (staff will transfer directly to the pier). Depart for Tuan Chau Marina.
- 09.30 Breakfast served in the dining room. We will settle bills after breakfast. Relax on the sundeck or in the dining room enjoying the bay scenery as we approach the pier.
- 11:00 Disembark at our Lounge in Tuan Chau Marina Harbor
- 11:30: Our modern minivan takes you back to Hanoi
- 16:00 You arrive at your hotel in Hanoi
3 days 2 nights
DAY 1: HANOI – HALONG BAY
- 07:30-08:00 We pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi by modern transfer
- 12:00 Arrive at Tuan Chau Marina Harbor .
- 12.30 Boarding – Enjoy Welcome Drink, receive cruise briefing and safety instructions.
- 12.45 Check in and begin cruise.
- 13.30 Lunch is served while cruising through the beautiful scenery of Halong Bay.
- 15.30 Arrive at the Cua Van floating fishing village area. Upon arrival we will transfer by tender to Tien Ong cave. There are many caves in Halong Bay, but Tien Ong is the most recently explored and opened for public access. In 2007 a team of Vietnamese archeologists conducted extensive research which led to the discovery of human bones and artifacts dating to 10,000 – 8,000 BC. The cave has a wide, but short entrance which is said to resemble the shape of a frog’s mouth. The cave is 5 meters above sea level and is 50 meters deep and covers 1000 square meters, almost evenly split into two chambers. We will tour the cave for about 15 minutes. From the cave we will re-board the tender and make the short trip to the village. There are two options for exploring the village. One option is to transfer on small bamboo boats rowed by the local people. The second option is to travel by kayak (self-rowed). The kayaking is optional.
- 17.15 Depart and sail for about 45 minutes to Luom Bo area, where we will anchor for overnight.
- 17.45 Our Chef will demonstrate the preparation of a particular Vietnamese cuisine in the dining room. Our guide will let you know what item will be prepared and will explain the process during the demonstration. Duration about is 20 – 30 minutes.
- 19.30 Dinner is served.
- 21.00 Short presentation is given about Halong Bay in the dining room.
DAY 2: HALONG BAY – CAVES – PEARL FARM VILLAGE
- 06.30 Coffee, tea and breakfast pastries served in the dining room.
- 07.00 Enjoy Tai Chi instruction on the sundeck (duration about 20 minutes).
- 08.15 Transfer by tender to our day boat, Sunset. Breakfast will be served as the boat sets sail for the Surprise cave.
- 10.00 Arrive at the Surprise cave, the biggest cave in Ha Long Bay with 10,000 square meters, when you visit the cave like our Vietnamese house with three chambers as lobby, dining room and bedroom with most beautiful stalagmites and stalactites. We will tour the cave for about 45 minutes.
- 11.00 Back on board, set sail for the Pearl Farm Village, and visit Pearl factory
- 12.30 Lunch is served.
- 13.30 Set sail for the Bat Cave. Join the kayaking excursion to the Bat cave and surrounding waters. Kayaking duration is about 45 minutes. There will also be time for relaxing on board and swimming while here.
- 15.30 Depart form the Bat Cave area and sail to rejoin the main boat.
- 15.45 Return to the main boat and free time till dinner.
- 17.45 Our Chef will demonstrate the preparation of a particular Vietnamese cuisine in the dining room. Our guide will let you know what item will be prepared and will explain the process during the demonstration. Duration about 20 – 30 minutes
- 19.30 Dinner is served.
- 21.00 Short presentation is given about Halong Bay in the dining room.
DAY 3: HALONG BAY – HANOI
- 06.30 Coffee, tea and breakfast pastries served in the dining room.
- 07.00 Enjoy Tai Chi instruction on the sundeck (duration about 20 minutes).
- 07.15 Arrive at Titop Island area.
- 07.45 Transfer by tender to the island. There is a beach for swimming and you may also hike to the top of the island for great views and photo opportunities. The hike involves walking up about 400 stone steps; it normally takes about 10-15 minutes to the top. If you plan on hiking please be sure to wear proper footwear. We will spend about 45 minutes on the island.
- 08.45 Upon return to the boat you will have time to freshen up and finish packing. Please remove all of your belongings from the cabins, you may leave heavy luggage outside of the cabins (staff will transfer directly to the pier). Depart for Tuan Chau Marina.
- 09.30 Breakfast served in the dining room. We will settle bills after breakfast. Relax on the sundeck or in the dining room enjoying the bay scenery as we approach the pier.
- 11:00 Disembark at our Lounge in Tuan Chau Marina Harbor
- 11:30: Our modern minivan takes you back to Hanoi
- 16:00 You arrive at your hotel in Hanoi
