Day 1: Hanoi - Halong Bay - Lan Ha Bay - Kayaking (Lunch/Dinner)

Hanoi - 08:00 - 08:30am: A luxury limousine will collect you from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter to begin your journey to the lounge. (for option with pick-up from Hanoi)

Halong Bay - 11:30 Arrive at the lounge, Tuan Chau Marina – Ha Long, where you can enjoy a welcome drink and quick check-in before boarding.

12:15 Transfer by speed boat/tender to the cruise. Welcome aboard the cruise, refresh with a welcome drink while the Cruise Manager provides a briefing on cruise orientation, activities, and onboard safety. The boat begins its journey to Halong Bay - Lan Ha Bay.

13:00 The cruise departs to explore Lan Ha Bay. Enjoy a meal featuring the unique flavors of Vietnamese cuisine while relaxing and avoiding the crowds on busy roads.

Lan Ha Bay - KAYAKING OR BAMBOO BOAT AND SWIMMING.
15:30 Arrive at Light and Dark Cave – a top attraction in Lan Ha Bay known for its untouched and serene beauty. Explore the area by local boat or kayak. Afterwards, swim in the cool, emerald waters surrounding the cruise.

17:30 Return to the cruise and enjoy the Bay sunset during the “Happy Hour” special. You can also join our chef in the kitchen to learn how to make traditional spring rolls.

19:15: Dinner time.

21:00: Evening entertainment includes games on the cruise (card games, chess, karaoke, squid fishing) or relaxing with a massage service (extra fee).

Overnight on the cruise.

Lan Ha Bay: Tai Chi - Bike to Viet Hai Village - Kayaking/Swimming

Lan Ha Bay - 06:00 Welcome the first light of the day on the sundeck, warming up with a Tai Chi lesson or enjoy leisure time in your room.

07:30 Breakfast is served in the restaurant.

Viet Hai Village - 08:00 Board the day boat and start cruising towards Viet Hai fishing village.

09:30 Arrive at Viet Hai local pier for a 30-minute bike ride on a paved road along a scenic lagoon, then head up a small slope before descending through a tunnel cave. The pleasant ride along the jungle path leads to Viet Hai, a small village nestled between jungle and limestone towers.

12:30 Lunch is served either at the village or on board.

Lan Ha Bay - 15:00 The cruise arrives at Ba Trai Dao Beach. The sea water at Ba Trai Dao Beach is very clear, and on sunny days, the bottom is visible. It’s also safe for swimming and kayaking. (Alternatively, depending on the cruise or weather: Explore the fishing village by kayaking or become a fisherman at Quay To Area).

16:00 Return to the main boat and relax until dinner.

Lan Ha - Cat Ba Island - Visiting Cave - Halong - Hanoi

Lan Ha Bay - 06:00 Greet the new day on the sundeck with a Tai Chi session. Enjoy the fresh air on the bay while unwinding with a cup of tea or coffee.

06:30 A light breakfast is served. Enjoy a quick breakfast on board to start your day with plenty of energy.

Cat Ba Island - 07:30 Join the tour of Cat Ba World Biosphere. It takes about 30 minutes to transfer from Gia Luan to the most impressive caves on Cat Ba Island: Trung Trang Cave or Military Hospital Cave.

09:30 Return to the main boat for relaxation and check out at the reception. Please place all your luggage outside your cabin; a crew member will assist in bringing your luggage ashore.

09:45 Lunch is served in the restaurant as the boat heads back to the harbor.

11:00 Disembark from the cruise as the crew bids farewell, returning to Tuan Chau Marina.

Hanoi - 11:30 - 12:00: A limousine bus will pick you up from the harbor to return to Hanoi (option with pick-up and drop-off from Hanoi).

• Luxury cabin with A/C
• All meals aboard as mentioned in the itineraries (02 lunches, 02 dinners, 02 breakfasts, 01 brunch)
• Welcome drink
• Bottled water
• Tea and coffee
• English speaking tour guide on boat
• Kayaking, Cooking class, Tai chi exercise, Bamboo boat, Swimming (if the weather permits), Movies, Squid fishing, Music entertainment

• Airfare, visa arrangements
• Beauty Spa Services & Massage
• Beverages, tips, gratuities and other personal expenses
• Surcharge for Xmas, New Year’s Day & Lunar New Year’s Day
• All other services not clearly mentioned above

Welcome aboard the Luxury Cruise – Queen of the Bays, and embark on your delightful Halong Bay journey. A medley of limestone karsts and small islets rises from the calm emerald waters of the Gulf of Tonkin. This is the most-talked-about World Heritage site in Vietnam.

The scenery of thousands of limestone islands is a visualization of ethereal beauty that Luxury Cruise invites you to explore with us.

• Indulge yourself in the luxury details onboard, unwind in your elegant suites, or find your favorite spot at any signature facility of the cruise ship.

• Experience kayaking through thousands of limestone islands.

• Spend time relaxing on the pristine Lan Ha Bay.

• Children must be accompanied by an adult

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.