Floating on the emerald waters of Lan Ha Bay, Our Cruise brings passengers back to the previous centuries, where they have a chance to immerse in the magnificent historic architecture of Vietnam. The cruise ship is one of a kind as it is perfectly designed to reconstruct the history of the Nguyen Dynasty and its royal architecture. On the magnificent Icon, guests can enjoy the most authentic traditional experience while traveling back to the ancient time in our unique, special patterned and limited suites.
We will pick up all the guests at the hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter or Hanoi Opera House if you stay outside.
07:50 – 08:2: Get picked up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. Enjoy the landscape of the Red River Delta on the way to Halong Bay.
11:00 – 11:30: Arriving at Lot 33 – Tuan Chau Marina – have check-in procedures at the waiting lounge while having a welcoming special tea. 11:45 – 12:00: Transfer to The Cruise by speed boat. Enjoy a welcome drink at the restaurant while receiving a cruise briefing and safety instructions for your trip. 12:45 – 13:00: Lunch will be served while the cruise disembark into Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay – a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
15:00 – 15:30: Visit the quiet beach of Ba Trái Đào, known for its pristine beauty and tranquil atmosphere. Enjoy kayaking and swimming in crystal-clear water surrounded by towering limestone mountains – an idyllic escape far from the crowds. 17:00: Cruise anchors for an overnight stay at Tra Bau of Lan Ha Bay. Enjoy a nice swim in the green, emerald water. 18:00 – 18:15: On board, you may participate in a cooking demonstration where we cook traditional Vietnamese food. Enjoy Happy Hour (buy one, get one free) at the bar while watching the sunset over the bay. 19:15 – 19:30: Savour a fusion dinner made with the freshest ingredients in the restaurant: elegant French neoclassical style mixed with traditional oriental touches. 21:00 – 21:30: It is time to admire the beauty of the night on the bay. Our bar on the sundeck and in the restaurant welcomes you. You may want to try your luck with squid fishing or play some board games in the restaurant. 23:00: Overnight on board.
06:00 – 06:30: Why not rise early to witness the bay at its very best whilst enjoying an invigorating Tai Chi session on the sundeck. 06:45 – 07:00: We will be serving a light breakfast. Upon completing breakfast we continue our journey and head out to explore the bay in the area. 07:15 – 07:30: We progress to Trung Trang Cave by bus on Cat Ba Island which is located in the middle of Cat Ba National Park with Kim Giao Forest around the cave. Trung Trang cave located in Trung Trang Valley, which is 15km away from the northwest of Cat Ba town. The cave is 300m long through the mountain, possessing a mysterious beauty due to the geological tectonics in million years along with many historical vestiges. The cave has many stalactites with different shapes that stimulate human imagination and amaze visitors.
09:45 – 10:00: The Cruise welcomes you back on board and it is time for checking out. 10:00 – 10:30: Enjoy a delightful brunch at our restaurant while cruising back. 11:00 – 11:45: We bid farewell at Tuan Chau port, this is the end of the program.
14:30 – 15:00: Back to your drop-off point in Hanoi. End of the trip!
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
You will not receive a refund if you cancel.
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