3 Days 2 Nights
Halong Bay Luxury Cruise

The ultra 3-day luxury cruise around Bai Tu Long Bay on a luxurious modern ship is highlighted by many traditional Vietnamese decorations and dedicated service. You will get to visit a cave, experience kayaking in the spectacular bay, ride to floating villages, and have a BBQ on the private beach. We do not change boats or use any other day-trip boat to transfer you during your stay. There is only one boat and one crew, and the entire group stays together.

    • Off the beaten track cruise in Bai Tu Long Bay.
    • Best comfort, no switch boat or day boat transfer during the 3-day cruise.
    • Luxurious cabins with large sea-view window and furnished bathrooms
    • Explore Halong Bay by kayak, visit a cave, and a bamboo boat trip to the floating village
    • Morning Taichi on the sundeck
    • Authentic Vietnamese cuisines onboard and amazing BBQ lunch on the private beach
    • Refresh yourself in Mineral Seawater Pool onboard

Which boat for this itinerary? 

This 3 day 2 night luxury cruise itinerary is for Dragon Legend Cruise, the luxury cruise vessel with modern facilities and traditional decoration to offer you a unique luxury trip to Bai Tu Long Bay during 2 nights, get off the beaten track with many exciting experience… 

Itinerary

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DAY 1: HA LONG INTERNATIONAL HARBOR – BAI TU LONG BAY – CAP LA 

08:20 – 08:45: Pick up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter 

11:30: Arrive at the Indochina Junk Office, take rest at the Waiting Lounge before transferring to Cruise.

11:50 – 12:15: Electric cars bring guests to the port where the crew and staff welcome them and assist with check-in on the cruise.

12:30 – 13:00: Enjoy welcome drinks after boarding the cruise, guests, receive a brief introduction to the 3-day, 2-night itinerary, safety regulation, and receive room keys.

13:15: Have lunch onboard, savoring fresh and delicious seafood dishes of Ha Long. The cruise starts its journey to explore Bai Tu Long Bay.

15:00 – 17:00: The first destination is the Cap La area, also known as a navy base. Here, you can enjoy kayaking to discover majestic rock islets and pristine nature (under favorable weather conditions: no fog, no significant waves or strong winds, etc.).

16:00: Back to the cruise and enjoy the sunset view over Bai Tu Long Bay.

19:00: Take a rest and enjoy dinner in a peaceful and romantic atmosphere on the bay.

20:30: Leisure time; guests can experience squid fishing, and have a good night on Dragon Legend Cruise.

DAY 2: THIEN CANH SON CAVE – VUNG DANG – CONG DAM

07:30: Start a new day with Tai Chi on the sundeck & a morning view of the Bay’s landscape

08:00: Have breakfast onboard.

08:45 – 10:15: Visit Thien Canh Son Cave, the most beautiful natural cave in Bai Tu Long Bay, where you will be amazed by the mesmerizing stalactites and stalagmites formed over thousands of years. Enjoy kayaking and exploring Hon Co Island.

10:30: Back to the cruise. Cruise to Cong Dam area to explore the natural beach, take a stroll, relax, and unwind.

12:30: Enjoy a unique BBQ lunch on the picturesque beach, prepared by the chefs directly on the beach. After the meal, guests can engage in some beach activities.

14:30: Back to the cruise for relaxation and leisure.

17:15: Join a Vietnamese cuisine cooking demonstration with Banh Xeo while cruising to Cong Do area

19:00: Take a rest and enjoy dinner in a peaceful and romantic atmosphere on the bay.

20:30 – 23:30: Leisure time, guests can experience squid fishing, and have a good night on Dragon Legend Cruise.

DAY 3: CONG DO – VUNG VIENG VILLAGE – HA LONG INTERNATIONAL HARBOR

07:00 – 07:15: Breakfast is served. Guests can enjoy the beauty of the bay in the serene morning.

07:45 – 08:45: Visit Vung Vieng fishing village, a small, secluded village with beautiful and tranquil scenery. Here, local fishermen on bamboo boats will take you to experience the unique life of the fishing community.

09:00: Back to the cruise.

09:45 – 10:00: Check-out procedures.

10:15: Enjoy a premium buffet or set menu while the cruise slowly returns to the port.

11:30: The cruise arrives at the port. Drive to Yen Duc village in Dong Trieu province for a short break in this typical Vietnamese agricultural village which is rich in culture and traditions.

13:00 – 13:45: Enjoy water puppet show performed by local artists.

16:00: Arrive in Hanoi. Trip ends.

NOTES

  • This itinerary is subject to change due to the weather or tide condition
  • On the return, you will have a short break at Yen Duc Village – a typical Vietnamese agricultural village that is rich in culture and traditions. This is a great chance to visit the charming fields while wandering narrow alleyways in the odorous fresh air and enjoying the WATER PUPPET SHOW there.
  • Luxury van: 8 people maximum. Deluxe van or bus available for groups of 8+
  • Visitors not recommended on board (for safety reasons): People with physical or sensory disabilities; Persons with symptoms of hallucination, sleepwalking, claustrophobia, epilepsy.

INCLUSIVE

  • All land transportation Hanoi – Ha Long – Hanoi
  • Welcome drink
  • Luxury en-suited cabin with A/C, hot water
  • All meals on the boat
  • Tea & coffee free at breakfast
  • English-speaking guide on board
  • Kayaking
  • Cooking Class
  • Water Puppet show

EXCLUSIVE

  • Personal expenses
  • Extra drinks
  • Bank charge (for payment by credit card)
  • Spa and Massage Services

WHAT TO BRING?

  • Sun Glasses
  • Sun Block
  • Wide Brim Hat
  • Insect Repellent
  • Swimming Suits
  • Warm Clothes (in winter from November to April)
  • Original Passport