Day 1: Hanoi – Hon Gai Dock – Bai Tu Long Bay – Vung Vieng Fishing Village – Con Do (L, D)
07:30am: Depart from Hanoi to
Ha Long Bay by shuttle bus (optional).
12:00pm (noon): Upon arrival at Vinashin dock, the Huong Hai Ha Long staff will welcome you at the waiting area before the departure of the cruise. Then, the cruise manager will come to greet the guests and lead you to the boat cruise for the boarding.
12:30pm: Board the boat and check into your cabin. The vessel will start to cruise towards
Bai Tu Long Bay as we are preparing for the lunch. You will go through a wild and beautiful landscape made of beautiful islets floating on shining blue waters.
1:00pm: Buffet lunch is served at the restaurant. Feast on delicious dishes as you admire the grace of the bay.
3:30pm: Visit Vung Vieng fishing village. You will be able to see the process of making quality pearls while also discovering the life of local people. You will board a traditional round-shaped rowing boat and go through Vung Vieng floating village. Observe the fish-feeding tanks, buy souvenirs at some shops, and take beautiful pictures.
4:30pm: Go back to the boat by tender and refresh yourself by taking a shower before the start of the evening. Enjoy Happy Hour onboard with special menu from 4:30pm to 7:00pm and discounted cocktails, mocktails and mixed drinks.
4:35pm: The vessel will sail towards Con Do sleeping area. Admire the sun setting over
Bai Tu Long Bay and savor the fresh and authentic atmosphere of this place.
5:20pm: Take a kayak and explore the hidden areas of the bay (optional, not included in the price) or just relax onboard.
6:15pm: Enjoy the cooking demonstration provided by our chef on the cruise boat. Try your hand at the art of traditional Vietnamese cooking by making spring rolls.
7:00pm: Elegant gala set menu dinner served onboard. Have a delicious meal while observing the beauty of
Bai Tu Long Bay at night.
9:00pm: Take part into evening activities such as playing games, watching a movie, squid fishing, or just socialize with the other passengers and crew. You can also enjoy our massage and spa services (optional). Overnight on Huong Hai Sealife Cruise (Cong Do sleeping area).
End of Day 1.
Day 2: Con Do – Thien Canh Son Cave – Hon Gai Dock – Hanoi (B, L)
06:30am: Start the day with a Tai Chi lesson at the break of dawn in Bai Tu Long Bay.
07:00am: Enjoying a breakfast with tea, coffee and cookies at the restaurant onboard the cruise ship.
07:45am-08:45am: Explore the area of Hon Co Island and Thien Canh Son Cave (“Grass Cave”, also known as Co Cave). You can revel in the breathtaking view on Bai Tu Long Bay from the top of the island, relax on the white beaches of the area or swim in the crystal water of the bay.
08:45am: Go back to the cruise boat by tender.
09:15am: Prepare your luggage and get ready for the check-out from your cabin.
09:30am-10:30am: Enjoy a formidable lunch onboard while the vessel departs from Hon Co Island and sails towards Vinashin dock.
11:15am: Arrive at Vinashin dock in Ha Long City and leave the cruise boat. A bus will be waiting for you as the driver will bring you back to Hanoi (optional).
You will reach Hanoi in the afternoon. End of service.
NOTES:
1. The itinerary or program is subject to change if necessary (depending on the weather and tide conditions). Swimming or kayaking activities might be cancelled and replaced by staying on land due to poor weather conditions. Unused services are not subject to refund.
2. The following information is required for each passenger when booking in advance: full name, date of birth, citizenship, gender, passport number, and expiry date of the visa.
3. A valid passport is required upon boarding the boat. Otherwise, boarding may be denied by port authority.
4. Meals onboard are fusion: Vietnamese dishes including seafood, and international dishes. If you have specific requests regarding the food (allergies, dietary requirement, food preferences, etc.), please notify us upon booking.