Halong Bay / Lan Ha Bay / Bai Tu Long Bay / Cat Ba Island

Old Quarter - Travelers staying in Hanoi’s Old Quarter area will be picked up from their hotels.

Halong Bay - ==>> For TRAVELERS who book HALONG BAY TOUR ==>>

08:00 - 08:30 am: Pick-up from the Old Quarter area for transfer from Hanoi to Halong Bay.

11:30: Arrive at the cruise dock, where assistance is provided for check-in at the cruise lounge area.

12:15: Transfer to the cruise, check-in, and enjoy welcome drinks.

13:00: Savor a delicious lunch while admiring the stunning views as the boat cruises towards the southeast of Halong Bay, passing Fighting-Cock and Finger Islet.

14:45: Visit Luon Cave or the Pearl Farm area by bamboo boat or kayaking.

16:00: Head to Titov Island for swimming or hiking to the top for another breathtaking, panoramic view of the Bay.

17:30: Return on board to enjoy a Sunset party with HAPPY HOUR (from 17:30 – 19:00) – buy 2 get 1 free at the bar.

18:30: Participate in a Cooking Demo class or enjoy free time.

19:00: Delight in the shimmering atmosphere of thousands of stars while enjoying a fantastic, expertly prepared dinner.

20:30: Relax with spa treatments or enjoy a cocktail.

Ti Top Island - ==>> For TRAVELERS who book HALONG BAY TOUR ==>>

Visit Titop Island for sunbathing, swimming, or hiking up the island to enjoy great views (for travelers who book the HALONG BAY itinerary only).

Hang Luon Cave - For TRAVELERS who book HALONG BAY TOUR:

Kayak in the cave, around the cave, karsts, and grottos (for travelers who book the HALONG BAY itinerary only).

Lan Ha Bay - ==>> For TRAVELERS who book LAN HA BAY TOUR:

08:00 am - 08:30 am: Pick-up from Hanoi Old Quarter area.

11:30: Welcome at Tuan Chau harbor in Halong Bay.

12:00 - 12:30: Check-in on the cruise, enjoy welcome drinks, and settle into your cabins.

13:15: Enjoy a great set menu lunch. The cruise sets sail for Lan Ha Bay, passing Da Chong islet where you can see a lighthouse built by the French over 100 years ago.

14:00: As lunch concludes, the cruise completes its entry through Cua Van area to Lan Ha Bay (part of Halong Bay). The area is surrounded by extraordinary limestone karst landscapes. Guests can start exploring Lan Ha Bay by kayaking and swimming in the crystal-clear waters.

17:00: Return to the main boat and cruise to the overnight location.

17:30: Join the sunset party on the sundeck with complimentary fruits, juice, and music.

19:15: Relish a special dinner in the restaurant.

20:45 - 00:00: Enjoy free time with music, dancing, and drinks.

Bai Tu Long Bay - ==> For TRAVELERS WHO BOOK BAI TU LONG BAY TOUR.

07:45 – 08:30: Transfer pick-up at your hotel in the Old Quarter.

12:30: Arrive at the cruise dock. Wait for the captain to complete registration and transfer by tender to the boat.

12:45: Enjoy a welcome drink and a brief safety briefing before checking into your cabin.

13:30: A delicious Vietnamese set menu is served while leisurely cruising further into Bai Tu Long Bay.

15:00: Arrive at the kayaking area – Cap La Island. Enjoy kayaking through the karst and breathtaking nature, swimming, and relaxing.

17:30: Return to the boat and enjoy the Sunset party while the cruise sails to the overnight anchorage.

19:00: Sumptuous set dinner on board.

20:30: Free time for games, music, dancing, and squid fishing.

Cat Ba Island - ==> For travelers booking LAN HA BAY + BIKING CAT BA ISLAND

07:10: Pick-up from Hanoi.

11:45: Transfer by tender to the cruise.

12:15: Welcome and check-in on the cruise.

12:30: Enjoy lunch before continuing the journey via the islets. These amazing limestone karst formations rise impressively from the sea. This area is untouched, as not many cruise ships use the route via Cat Ba Island – Coc Ngoi islet – through Cua Dong to Ba Trai Dao area.

14:30: The cruise sails through Lan Ha Bay. Begin your journey to visit Dark & Bright Cave and islets by kayaking and enjoy swimming in the crystal-clear waters of the Bay.

15:20: Enjoy time for swimming.

17:45: Return to the cruise and join a traditional cooking class. Happy hour time.

19:00: A great dinner is served in an intimate romantic setting.

21:00: Relax while enjoying drinks from the bar, squid fishing, and fun Karaoke time.

Halong Bay / Lan Ha Bay / Bai Tu Long Bay / Cat Ba Island

Halong Bay - ==> For TRAVELERS who book HALONG BAY TOUR

06:00: Start your day with a Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck with a breathtaking view as the sun rises over Halong Bay.

07:00: A light breakfast is served at the restaurant.

08:00: Your next stop is the magnificent Sung Sot Cave, one of the largest caves in Ha Long Bay with beautiful stalactites. Be amazed by the breathtaking panoramic view across the Bay once you exit the cave, as well as the stalactites and stalagmites formed over millions of years, taking on fascinating shapes.

09:30: Return on board, check-out, and head back to Tuan Chau Island.

10:00: Brunch is served at the restaurant and payment is settled.

10:45: Disembark at Tuan Chau Marina and return to Hanoi.

15:00 - 15:30: Drop-off at your hotel/point in the Old Quarter area.

Sung Sot Cave - => For travelers who book HALONG BAY TOUR:

Visit Sung Sot Cave, walk inside, hike to the top of the cave, and enjoy great views - this is the largest cave in Halong Bay, and it is sure to impress.

Lan Ha Bay - ==> For travelers who book LAN HA BAY TOUR

06:00: The morning is the best time on Lan Ha Bay. Head to the upper deck to participate in daily Tai Chi sessions. Relax with an early morning cup of tea, coffee, or juice anywhere on the boat and watch the miraculous scenery unfold.

06:30: A light breakfast will be served in the restaurant (pastries, tea, coffee).

07:15 - 08:30: Enjoy the last stage of your trip to Dark & Bright Cave and islets by local rowing boats, showcasing a wild and mysterious beauty in the middle of the World Heritage. Return to the main board afterward.

09:00 - 09:15: Check out of your cabin as the boat approaches the mainland.

09:45: Enjoy brunch on the boat.

10:45: Board the tender and head back to the wharf, where your trip vehicle will transfer you to Hanoi.

11:45: The tour ends at Tuan Chau harbor in Halong.

15:00 - 15:30: Drop-off at your hotels in Hanoi.

Bai Tu Long Bay - ==> For travelers who book BAI TU LONG BAY tour:

06:00: Start your day with a Tai Chi routine on the sundeck or enjoy a morning view of the stunning bay landscape with a cup of tea or coffee.

07:00: Breakfast will be served in Western style, familiar to you, to energize you for another day of exploration.

08:00: Explore the well-hidden Thien Canh Son Cave.

09:00: Upon returning to the boat, you will have about 30 minutes to freshen up and finish packing.

10:00: Attend a Vietnamese cooking demonstration. Learn a simple but delicious Vietnamese dish that Gordon Ramsey (a 2 Michelin Star Chef) once guided – Nem Cuon, or challenge yourself in fruit and vegetable carving.

11:00: Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch on the boat.

12:00: Return to the harbor and disembark at Ha Long cruise port.

12:30: Our shuttle bus or limousine will take you back to Hanoi.

15:00: Arrive in Hanoi. The trip concludes.

Cat Ba Island - ==> For travelers who book LAN HA BAY + CAT BA ISLAND tour:

06:00: Begin your new day with a cup of coffee, take photos, or enjoy the sunrise from your cabin window. Enjoy a light breakfast in the delightful and peaceful beauty of the bay.

08:00: Transfer to a tender to visit Viet Hai Village on Cat Ba Island and embark on a bicycle ride (electric car also available) through a rainforest tunnel leading to a village nestled in a valley deep in a national park. Meet and visit a traditional house, greet local inhabitants doing their daily work, and see their homes and the village school.

Return to the cruise boat for check-out procedures.

10:45: While cruising back, enjoy a delightful lunch.

11:45: Return to the quay side in the south of the bay, where visitors disembark.

12:00: Bid farewell at the port, marking the end of the program. We hope you have enjoyed your time with us and wish you a safe onward journey.

15:45: Return to your drop-off point in Hanoi.

• Comfortable cabins with windows and balcony options available
• Complimentary toiletries in every cabin
• Meals included: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
• Exciting activities: squid fishing, Tai Chi (on select cruises), and cooking demonstrations
• Welcoming atmosphere with welcome drinks and a friendly tour guide
• Highly rated on Tripadvisor with approximately 3,000 positive reviews

• Alcohol drinks, cocktails, soft drinks, water on request, massage & Spa , laundry service
• Surcharge us$10-us$30/person on April 29,30, May 1, Sept 2, Dec 24,31, Chinese New Year season

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PLEASE NOTE: Multiple tour choices with transfers are available. You can view your distinct itinerary once you tap ‘Check availability’.

#If you go for the ‘Halong Bay option’

=> Get to see: Sung Sot Cave, Titop Island, Kayak tourism near the floating village/islets/rocks.

#If you choose the ‘Lan Ha Bay option’

=> Get to sightsee: Lan Ha Bay, Dark & Bright Cave, areas in Cat Ba Island or Pearl Farm or Cave in Island, Kayaking/Swimming around the pure water area/islets/rocks.

#If you choose the ‘Bai Tu Long Bay option’

=> Sightsee: Thien Canh Son Cave, a breathtaking and untouched beach, Vung Vieng Floating Village. Kayaking/Swimming around the floating village/islets/rocks.

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