Enjoy the sunset with a cup of tea and explore caves by bamboo boat on a 2-day 1-night cruise from Hanoi to Halong Bay & Lan Ha Bay. Kayak, swim in the cool waters of the bay, practice Tai Chi at sunrise, and go squid fishing. Relax in a luxurious cabin with a private balcony, onboard restaurant, bar, and many other upscale amenities.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Hanoi - Halong Bay - Lan Ha Bay
08:00 - 08:30 | Hotel Pickup
The guide will pick you up from hotels located in Hanoi Old Quarter or the Tam Coc and Trang An areas (Ninh Binh) and depart for Tuan Chau Port by limousine.
11:30 - 12:00 | Boarding the Cruise
Welcome onboard at the cruise’s restaurant. Enjoy a welcome drink while listening to a short briefing about the journey. Then, enjoy a traditional buffet lunch before checking into your cabin.
14:30 - 15:30 | Cave Exploration & Kayaking - arranged depending on the tide
Option 1: Explore Dark & Bright Cave by kayak or bamboo boat for about one hour. Afterwards, return to the main cruise for swimming around the boat.
Option 2: Head to Ba Trai Dao Beach - a stunning destination for kayaking around limestone islets and swimming in clear turquoise water.
16:30 | Sunset & Cooking Class
Return to the cruise. Sunset is one of the most magical moments of the day on the bay - don’t miss it!
Join a cooking demonstration and learn how to make traditional Vietnamese spring rolls with the onboard chef.
19:00 | Dinner & Evening Activities
Enjoy a delicious seafood dinner at the onboard restaurant.
After dinner, you may sip cocktails at the panoramic bar or try your hand at squid fishing. Overnight in your private cabin.
Day 2: Lan Ha Bay - End of the Cruise - Return to Hanoi
06:00 | Tai Chi & Sunrise on the Bay
Start your morning with a Tai Chi session in the fresh air while watching the sunrise over the bay.
06:30 - 07:30 | Light Breakfast
07:45 - 08:45 | Outdoor Activity - arranged based on cruise availability on your booking date
Option 1: Visit Trung Trang/ Quan Y Cave, located in the Cat Ba Island Biosphere Reserve - one of the most impressive caves in the area.
Option 2: Cruise to Tra Bau Area - an ideal spot for kayaking and enjoying the untouched scenery of Lan Ha Bay.
09:00 - 09:30 | Checkout
Return to the cruise and proceed with cabin checkout.
10:00 | Brunch Onboard
Enjoy brunch while the cruise makes its way back to Tuan Chau Port.
11:20 - 11:45 | Disembarkation & Return to Hanoi
Disembark at Tuan Chau Port. Limousine transfer back to Hanoi.
15:00 | End of Trip in Hanoi Old Quarter
Notes:
- We offer multiple options of newly built 5-star steel-hull cruises for this itinerary. The cruise will be arranged based on availability at the time of your booking.
- Drop-off in Ninh Binh instead of Hanoi is available upon request via email.
- Complimentary decorations for honeymoon or anniversary cabins.
- Free birthday cake for guests whose birthday falls on the check-in date.
- Please contact us via email if you have any special requests.
