Day 1: Hanoi/Ninh Binh - Ha Long Bay - Lan Ha Bay Or Bai Tu Long Bay (Lunch, Dinner)(P/U Hanoi or Ninh Binh)
Repas : déjeuner : Lunch - Set-Menu meal
Meals on board are fusion: Special requests on food to be informed before departure., dîner : Dinner - Set Menu meal
Meals on board are fusion: Special requests on food to be informed before departure.
Meals: Lunch - Set-Menu meal. Meals on board are fusion: Special requests on food should be informed before departure.
Dinner - Set Menu meal. Meals on board are fusion: Special requests on food should be informed before departure.
Overnight in your Private Cabin on Cruise (twin/double sharing).
Day 1, Stop 1
Hạ Long Bay
12 h
At 8:00-8:30 AM, we pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi and transfer you to Halong, a journey of approximately 2.5 hours.
At 12:00 PM, board the cruise. After check-in, you'll receive a welcome drink and a briefing on cruise activities and safety instructions.
At 1:30 PM, enjoy a delicious lunch while the cruise sails past various islets.
At 3:30 PM, go kayaking around Luon Cave and visit Titop Island. You can choose to sunbathe, swim, or climb to the island's peak for panoramic photos of Halong Bay.
At 7:00 PM, participate in a cooking class where our chef will demonstrate the preparation of a Vietnamese dish.
At 7:30 PM, a luxurious set menu dinner featuring a variety of Vietnamese and Asian dishes will be served.
At 9:00 PM, try your hand at squid fishing from the boat.
Overnight on the cruise.
Day 1, Stop 2
Lan Ha Bay
12 h, entrée incluse
From 8:00 AM to 8:30 AM, we pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter and drive to Ha Long Port, with a refreshment stop en route. You'll embark at the port at noon.
Enjoy a welcome drink and a cruise briefing. Lunch is served as we cruise through Da Chong Islet, Con Vit Islet, and Gia Luan.
The cruise then sails through Lan Ha Bay, entering the Cua Van Area, surrounded by extraordinary limestone karst landscapes.
Engage in kayaking and/or swimming in the bay's crystal-clear waters. Two options are available depending on the tide:
Option 1: Visit Ba Trai Dao Beach for about an hour of kayaking in the Tra Bau Area of Lan Ha Bay, a tranquil paradise.
Option 2: Visit the Dark & Bright Cave by bamboo boat or kayak for about an hour.
Enjoy a complimentary sunset party on the sundeck with local wine and fresh fruits. Dinner is served on board. You can then relax at the bar, enjoy the sundeck, or try squid fishing before overnight on the cruise.
Day 1, Stop 3
Hang Luon Cave
1 h, entrée incluse
Hang Luon Cave is often described as a gateway to a wonderland of water and limestone mountains in Halong Bay. Crossing this cave allows visitors to leave their weariness behind and connect with nature.
The cave is approximately 100 meters long, 4 meters wide, and 3 meters high. While not the largest cave in Halong Bay, it is unique, located at the foot of a majestic mountain. To reach the other side of the island, you must travel by boat under the mountain, hence its name 'Luon Cave'.
Hang Luon Cave leads to a tranquil lake, about 1 square kilometer in size. Enclosed by high mountains, the lake is protected from ocean waves and winds, offering calm waters.
Day 1, Stop 4
Dark & Light Cave
1 h, entrée incluse
Located at the edge of Halong Bay, the Dark & Light Cave is found in Lan Ha Bay, a few kilometers from more frequented caves and closer to Cat Ba National Park. The journey here may take an hour or two from other caves.
Upon arrival, a stunning combination of white limestone karsts, emerald green waters, and the mysterious darkness of the caves creates a captivating atmosphere, making this trip worthwhile.
The cave system is named Dark & Light Cave because it comprises two distinct caves. Dark Cave is about 100 meters long with minimal natural or artificial light, requiring a flashlight. Light Cave is shorter and receives ample natural light through gaps and holes in the rock, resembling a natural cathedral. Light Cave is always accessible, while Dark Cave can sometimes be submerged by the tide.
Day 1, Stop 5
Bai Tu Long Bay
12 h, entrée incluse
Bai Tu Long Bay Itinerary:
08:00 – 08:30: Pick-up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. Drive to Ha Long Bay with a short refreshment stop en route.
12:00 – Arrival at the Port: Enjoy a welcome drink and cruise briefing. Lunch is served on board as we cruise through the stunning limestone scenery of Bai Tu Long Bay.
15:00 – Kayaking or Tender Boat: Relax on the sundeck or kayak for an hour around Cong Do and Cap La, exploring peaceful waters and limestone islets. A tender boat ride is also available. Towels are provided.
Late Afternoon – Onboard Activities: Return to the cruise for a Vietnamese cooking demonstration with our chef.
Evening: Savor a fresh seafood dinner, then relax at the bar or try squid fishing.
Overnight on the cruise, surrounded by the tranquil beauty of Bai Tu Long Bay.
Day 2: Ha Long Bay OR Lan Ha Bay - Hanoi/Ninh Binh (Breakfast, Lunch)(Drop off Hanoi or Ninh Binh)
Repas : petit-déjeuner, déjeuner : Lunch - Set Menu Meal. Meals on board are fusion: Special requests on food to be informed before departure.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch - Set Menu Meal. Meals on board are fusion: Special requests on food should be informed before departure.
Day 2, Stop 1
Halong Bay
12 h, entrée incluse
At 6:15 AM, participate in a Tai Chi class on the Sun-Deck.
At 7:10 AM, enjoy a light breakfast with coffee, tea, and pastries on board.
At 7:45 AM, arrive at the Surprising Cave (Sung Sot Cave), the largest cave in Ha Long Bay, spanning over 10,000 square meters. Explore this cave, resembling a Vietnamese house with three chambers (lobby, dining room, bedroom), adorned with magnificent stalagmites and stalactites, for about 60 minutes.
At 9:00 AM, upon returning to the boat, you'll have time to freshen up and pack. Please leave heavy luggage outside your cabins when checking out.
At 9:40 AM, a brunch will be served.
After brunch, relax on the sundeck or in the dining room while enjoying the bay scenery as we approach the pier.
At 10:45 AM, disembark at Halong International Harbour.
Day 2, Stop 2
Lan Ha Bay
12 h, entrée incluse
At 7:30 AM, have breakfast and enjoy the sunrise over the bay.
Option 1: Visit Dark & Bright Cave and islets (1 hour) by local rowing boat, experiencing the wild and mysterious beauty in the middle of the World Heritage site.
Option 2: Kayaking and swimming at Ao Each area for about an hour to discover more beautiful views. Afterwards, return to the cruise to pack your luggage, check out of your cabin, and join a cooking class demonstration.
Enjoy lunch while cruising back to Tuan Chau Port. Arrive back in Hanoi around 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM. The trip concludes.
Day 2, Stop 3
Sung Sot Cave
1 h, entrée incluse
Sung Sot Cave is located on Bo Hon Island, alongside Trinh Nu Cave. Visitors must climb 50 stairs from the dock below to reach the cave's entrance, about 25 meters above sea level.
The cave has two chambers. The first, the 'Waiting Room,' is vast and decorated with stalagmites and stalactites, illuminated by multicolored lights designed to enhance its beauty.
A narrow passageway leads to the second chamber, known as the 'Serene Castle.' This grand chamber features a very high ceiling and numerous intriguing rock formations, which locals liken to animals based on their shapes.
Day 2, Stop 4
Lan Ha Bay
1 h, entrée incluse
Lan Ha Bay comprises approximately 300 karst islands and limestone sea rocks, situated southeast of Cat Ba Island. As a geological extension of Halong Bay, Lan Ha Bay shares its beauty but is less visited and inhabited, offering a more peaceful experience.
Day 2, Stop 5
Bai Tu Long Bay
12 h, entrée incluse
Bai Tu Long Bay – Day 2:
06:00: Optional Tai Chi session on the sundeck as the sun rises over Bai Tu Long Bay.
07:00: Enjoy breakfast while taking in the morning views of the bay.
07:30: Visit Thien Canh Son Cave, renowned for its impressive stalactites and stalagmites in striking formations.
08:30: Return to the cruise to relax and check out of your cabin.
09:45: Savor an early lunch on board as the cruise heads back through Ha Long Bay.
11:30: Disembark and begin the drive back to Hanoi.
14:30 – 15:00: Arrive in Hanoi. End of your memorable journey through the natural wonders of Bai Tu Long Bay and Ha Long Bay.
Day 2, Stop 6
Hanoi Old Quarter Vietnam
10 min, entrée non incluse
At approximately 3:00 PM, you will be dropped off at Hanoi Old Quarter, concluding the trip in Hanoi.
Day 2, Stop 7
Ninh Binh
10 min
If customers wish to transfer to Ninh Binh after the Halong Bay trip, drop-off is scheduled around 4:00 PM. Please inform the operator via email to request this transfer.
For travelers around Ninh Binh, Hoa Lu, Tam Coc, Trang An, and Bai Dinh, bus pick-up is at 7:00 AM. Please inform our operator via email or booking chat.
For travelers around Hanoi Old Quarter, bus pick-up is at 8:00 AM. If you are staying outside Hanoi Old Quarter, please come to Hanoi Opera House for pick-up. Inform our operator via email or booking chat.
For travelers around Hanoi Old Quarter, bus pick-up is at 8:00 AM. If you are staying outside Hanoi Old Quarter, please come to Hanoi Opera House for pick-up. Inform our operator via email or booking chat.
Cruise check-in time: 11:30 AM - 11:50 AM at the Port. Please contact us for more details about the port for check-in. The Cruise Manager/Guide will pick you up around 11:30 AM.
Cruise check-in time: 11:30 AM - 11:50 AM at the Port. Please contact us for more details about the port for check-in. The Cruise Manager/Guide will pick you up around 11:30 AM.
For travelers around Ninh Binh, Hoa Lu, Tam Coc, Trang An, and Bai Dinh, bus pick-up is at 7:00 AM. Please inform our operator via email or booking chat.
For travelers around Hanoi Old Quarter, bus pick-up is at 8:00 AM. If you are staying outside Hanoi Old Quarter, please come to Hanoi Opera House for pick-up. Inform our operator via email or booking chat.
For travelers around Hanoi Old Quarter, bus pick-up is at 8:00 AM. If you are staying outside Hanoi Old Quarter, please come to Hanoi Opera House for pick-up. Inform our operator via email or booking chat.
Cruise check-in time: 11:30 AM - 11:50 AM at the Port. Please contact us for more details about the port for check-in. The Cruise Manager/Guide will pick you up around 11:30 AM.
Cruise check-in time: 11:30 AM - 11:50 AM at the Port. Please contact us for more details about the port for check-in. The Cruise Manager/Guide will pick you up around 11:30 AM.
Drop off at Hanoi Old Quarter around 3:00 PM.
Ha Long Bay International Port Bai Chay
After clicking the "Check Availability" button, you will find options for two different routes to visit Ha Long Bay. The detailed schedule for each route is provided below. Please inform the operator if you wish to book hotel pickup and drop-off transfer.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
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