HANOI OR TUAN CHAU MARINA – HALONG BAY – LAN HA BAY (L/D)

Old Quarter - FOR GUESTS USING TRANSFER FROM HANOI ONLY:
Guests staying in the Old Quarter Area will be picked up from their hotels between 8:00 am and 8:30 am. Those staying outside the Old Quarter should meet at the Hanoi Opera House or Authentic Hanoi Travel Office at 39 Ngo Huyen Street at 8:00 am. The journey to Halong Bay takes approximately 2.5 hours, including a short break.

Halong Bay - ✔️FOR GUESTS NOT USING TRANSFER, BOOK TOUR FROM HALONG: Guests should arrive at Dock 35 at Tuan Chau Harbor by 11:30 am to complete registration for the cruise. Late arrivals may be denied boarding by port authorities or incur additional fees.

12:00 – 12:30: Check in at Cruise Port and transfer by speedboat to Dora Cruise.
Please NOTE: Advance registration is required before departure, including full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, and passport number for all passengers. A valid passport is necessary for check-in, or boarding may be denied by port authorities. Please provide this information immediately after booking confirmation.
Welcome aboard Dora Cruise with a welcome drink, meet the captain and crew, and receive a brief introduction about the cruise and safety guidelines. Check into your cabin.
13:00: Enjoy a Vietnamese seafood and vegetarian set menu lunch while cruising through the magnificent Halong Bay, admiring the fascinating rock formations.

Lan Ha Bay - Continue cruising past Con Vit Islet (Duck Islet), Thumb Islet, and Gia Luan Harbor, part of the Cat Ba area.
Explore the natural lagoon area of Lan Ha Bay. Drop anchor for swimming or sunbathing on the cruise (private, wild, and fresh air).
Head back towards the sleeping area.
Enjoy kayaking and swimming at Ba Trai Dao Islet.
17:30: Return to Doris Cruise and join the sunset party with fruit, cake, and wine. Take photos and relax.
18:00 – 18:15: Participate in a cooking class led by the Chef of Doris Halong Cruise. Practice making Vietnamese traditional dishes such as spring rolls or other famous Vietnamese cuisine.
19:00: Dinner time, featuring special seafood and typical Vietnamese dishes on the cruise.
21:00: Evening entertainment includes games on the cruise, such as card games, chess, music, squid fishing, relaxing with massage services, and overnight stay on the Dora Cruise.

LAN HA BAY– HA LONG BAY - TUAN CHAU MARINA OR HANOI (B/L)

Lan Ha Bay - 06:30: Early risers can enjoy a Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck.
07:00 – 7:45:
Enjoy the morning view of the bay’s landscape with a cup of tea or coffee.
Have breakfast.
08:00:
Immerse yourself in the stunning views of the Bay and its dramatic limestone islets as we sail through the calm emerald waters towards Dark & Bright Cave (Hang Sang & Toi).
Choose to explore the cave by kayak or on a local bamboo boat rowed by locals.
09:30: Return to Dora Cruise, check out from the private cabin, and enjoy a fantastic cruise on the bay.

Halong Bay - Passing by Ha Long Bay
10:00: Enjoy the last lunch meal on the cruise.
11:30: Dora Cruise lands near Tuan Chau Harbor, and guests are transferred to Tuan Chau.

Tuan Chau Island - FOR GUESTS NOT USING TRANSFER, BOOK TOUR FROM HALONG BAY WILL FINISH 2 DAYS CRUISE AT TUAN CHAU MARINA AFTER CRUISE RETURNS TO HARBOR.

Old Quarter - FOR GUESTS USING TRANSFER FROM HANOI ONLY:

Guests will board the transfer at 12:00 PM back to HANOI. Drop-off will be at the same hotel/stay in the Old Quarter Area between 2:30 PM and 3:00 PM.

• 1 Dinner, 1 Breakfast, 2 Lunches on Boat
• Limousine Transfer Roundtrip Hanoi Halong (Option from HANOI Only)
• English Speaking Guide/Cruise Manager onboard
• Welcome Drink, Sunset Party, Cooking Class onboard
• Complimentary 2 bottled water in each Cabin
• Meeting Point at Dock 35 in Tuan Chau Marina (Option from HALONG)
• Kayaking or Rowing Bamboo Boat, Photo Hunting & Relaxing
• Outdoor Jacuzzi, Night Squid Fishing, Morning Taichi
• 1 Night on boat in furnished cabin with private Ocean View Balcony
• Entrance and sightseeing fees as mentioned in program

• Beverages, Personal Expenses & Spa Massage Service
• Tips for Crews/Guide are appreciated
• Holiday Surcharge

The Dora Cruise, with its steel hull, guarantees client safety. It features 22 luxurious cabins, each with a private balcony and bathroom, an elegant standalone restaurant, a spacious sundeck, a gym, and a spa room. This ensures a five-star quality service on this unique cruise, promising a truly memorable experience for clients.

Dora Cruise offers an exceptional journey through Lan Ha Bay and Halong Bay. Passengers can explore new, stunning destinations such as Ba Trai Dao Islet for swimming and kayaking, Dark & Bright Cave (Hang Sang & Toi), Con Vit Islet (Duck Islet), Thumb Islet, and Gia Luan Harbor. Discover the itineraries and enjoy the beautiful blue ocean under the golden sunshine.

• Please NOTE: Advance registration is required with full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport number and visa expiry date for all passengers.
• The Wifi signal is not strong all the time due to the bay surrounded by islands
• The beverage is higher than inland because of the storage, service fee and tax
• Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather, tide levels and operating conditions. Swimming, kayaking or bamboo sampan may be canceled due to poor weather.
• All activities are included in the program. Guests can choose to relax themselves and enjoy the scenery on board, without having to fully participate in activities above.

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.