OVERVIEW:
Destination: HANOI – HON GAI DOCK – BAI TU LONG BAY – THIEN CANH SON CAVE – CONG DO – VUNG VIENG – HON GAI DOCK – HANOI
Duration: 2 days 1 nights
With the 3-star cruise ship of Huong Hai Deluxe, live a truly formidable experience in one of the most astonishing natural site in the world. In Ha Long Bay Area, the boat will follow an authentic itinerary and will bring you to Bai Tu Long Bay. Enjoy all our services available at the dining room, bars, sundeck, spa and many other recreational facilities, designed with the highest touch of luxury. Throughout this cruise, our well-trained and friendly crew will make sure that you spend a wonderful time with us.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Sail through thousands of limestone islands in Bai Tu Long Bay
- Modern and comfortable Deluxe cabins with en-suite bathroom, jacuzzi and private balcony
- Kayak to explore the hidden treasures of the bay
- Visit Thien Canh Son Cave and Vung Vieng fishing village
- Join a cooking demonstration with Vietnamese traditional cuisine and an early Tai Chi class
- Witness spectacular sunsets and delightful dawns over the Bay
QUICK LOOK ON THE ITINERARY:
Day 1: Hanoi – Hon Gai Dock – Bai Tu Long Bay – Thien Canh Son Cave – Con Do (L, D)
Day 2: Con Do – Vung Vieng – Hon Gai Dock – Hanoi (B, L)
TOUR IDENTIFICATION CODE: VCRU03
Day 1: Hanoi – Hon Gai Dock – Bai Tu Long Bay – Thien Canh Son Cave – 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.
2:30pm: 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.
3:45pm: Go back to the boat. 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.
4:30pm: 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 Deluxe (Cong Do sleeping area).
End of Day 1.
Day 2: Con Do – Vung Vieng – 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. Enjoy a breakfast with tea, coffee and cookies at the restaurant onboard the cruise ship.
07:30am: Visit Vung Vieng fishing village.
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.