Highlights
- Cruise around the limestone islets of Bai Tu Long Bay with less touristy.
- Kayak across the emerald-green waters and swim in the bay
- Learn how to make traditional Vietnamese food
- Enjoy sunset time & happy hour on the top deck.
Description
DAY 1: HANOI – BAI TU LONG BAY – CAP LA – CONG DO (L, D)
07.45 - 8.15: Our shuttle bus will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter and start your trip to explore the most amazing bay in the North of Vietnam (For those who book transfer included option). The exact pick-up time will be informed by the evening before the departure date.
11.30 - 11.45: Arrive at our waiting lounge at Ha Long International cruise port, you will have a bit of time to relax. Wait for our captain to finish the registration and transfer by tender to our boat.
12.00 - 12.15: Enjoy a welcome drink and a short briefing about safety and the included activities, then check in to your cabin.
13.00: A delicious Vietnamese set menu will be served while leisurely cruising further into Bai Tu Long Bay.
15.00: Arrive in the kayaking area – that is Cap La Island. Enjoy kayaking through the karst and breathtaking nature, swimming, and relaxing.
17.00: Get back to the boat and enjoy our sunset party while our cruise sails to the overnight anchorage. Attend a Vietnamese cooking demonstration. You can quickly learn a simple but delicious Vietnamese dish that Gordon Ramsay (a 2 Michelin Star Chef) used to guide – Nem Cuon or challenge yourself in fruit and vegetable carving.
19.00: Sumptuous set dinner on board.
20.30 - 22.00: Free time to challenge yourself in Vietnamese puzzle games or gather your group/family for a board game; try your luck with squid fishing or simply have a cocktail and enjoy the quiet night on the bay.
DAY 2: BAI TU LONG BAY – THIEN CANH SON CAVE – HALONG PORT - HANOI (B, L)
6.00: Sunrise Tai-chi session on sundeck or catch a morning view of the stunning bay’s landscape with a cup of tea or coffee.
06.30: Enjoy a familiar Western-style breakfast to regain your strength and prepare for another day of exploring.
07.35: Explore the well-hidden Thien Canh Son Cave.
08.30: Upon return to the boat you will have about 30 minutes to freshen up and finish packing.
10.00: Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch on the boat.
10.30: Cruise back to the harbor.
11.00 - 11.30: Disembark at Ha Long cruise port.
11.30 - 12.00: Our shuttle bus will take you back to Hanoi Old Quarter.
15.00 - 15.30: End of service.
Important note:
- The program may be subject to change depending on weather conditions or specific tides without announcing to visitors in advance.
- Time in the schedule is only relative. The specific time will be announced by our tour guide on the day of departure.
- All activities are included in the program. Guests can choose to relax themselves and enjoy the scenery on board, without having to fully participate in activities above.
Includes
Round-trip limousine bus Ha Long - Hanoi Old Quarter/Tam Coc (Applicable only for Super-Saver option).
Deluxe window room sea view on Swan Cruises Bai Tu Long Bay (02 pax/room)
English-speaking guide
Entrance and sightseeing fees.
Full meals on board (2 lunches, 1 dinner, 1 breakfast).
Free birthday/wedding anniversary/honeymoon celebration as cruise policy (please inform us in advance).
Cooking demonstration.
Sunset party.
Activities from the itinerary: kayaking, swimming, squid fishing, karaoke
Welcome drink, cold handkerchief.
01 bottle of water per person in the room.
Taxes & service charges.
Insurance on board.
Excludes
Round-trip limousine bus: USD 30 per person (Applicable for Cruise-Only Option).
Room upgrade fee
Beverages, tips, and personal expenses.
Single occupancy supplement ($70/room/night), including cases of 1 adult and 1 infant sharing. For guests traveling in a group but preferring a single room, please make a separate booking.
Surcharge on public holidays: Christmas Eve, New Year's Day, Lunar New Year
Additional charge for extending to 3D2N itinerary (subject to room availability).
Surcharge for the second child under 4 years old and a separate bus seat for a child under 4
All services not mentioned in the Inclusions
Important Information
- All activities are included, participation is optional. Guests may choose to relax and enjoy the scenery on board.
- Guests must provide the passport information of all members at least 02 days before arrival: Full name - Gender - Nationality - Date of birth - Passport number - Arrival date in Vietnam (or Visa expiration date). The name on the booking and the name on the credit card must be the same.
- Wi-Fi is available on board but the signal is weak and unstable due to geographic issues
- Round-trip shuttle bus transportation to and from Hanoi Old Quarter and airport transfer services are available for an additional charge. Please inform our cruise office in advance of your hotel location or flight details for arrangement.
- An additional charge will be applied for extra person, room upgrade, beverages and other requests (late boarding, early disembarkation)
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
