Heritage Cruises introduces the first Vietnamese heritage and boutique cruise on the Red River and the Gulf of Tonkin. Our fleet of vessels combines classic elegance with comfort, focusing on our country's history, art and gastronomy. Heritage Cruises brings the most authentic experiences with a minimum of 40 guests and a maximum of 60 passengers on a magnificent and sophisticated cruise operating in the Gulf of Tonkin. Travelers feel the culture, history, art and people of Vietnam when cruising on a unique cruise amidst natural wonders. And Heritage Cruises received the most prestigious award TripAdvisor’s Traveller Choice Award 2023 for the second time.
HIGHLIGHTS OF HERITAGE CRUISE 3 DAYS 2 NIGHTS:
1-DESTINATIONS
Halong Bay – Lan Ha Bay
Tuan Chau Marina
Ba Trai Dao Beach or Tra Bau
Viet Hai Village -Cat Ba island
2-ACTIVITIES
Cave exploration
Kayaking or bamboo-boat ride
Swimming
Biking
Cooking class
Musical entertainment
Squid fishing
Vovinam Exercise
FOR THE GUEST BOOK TOUR FROM HANOI ONLY: We will pick up all guests at hotels/stays in Old Quarter Area or Hanoi Opera House or Local Tours Vietnam Office if outside between 8h30 AM to 9h00 AM.
FOR THE GUEST BOOK TOUR FROM HANOI ONLY: We will pick up all guests at hotels/stays in Old Quarter Area or Hanoi Opera House or Local Tours Vietnam Office if outside between 8h30 AM to 9h00 AM. It takes total 2,5 hours to Halong Bay included 1 stop on the way for short break.
FOR THE GUESTS NOT USING OUR TRANSFER SERVICE, BOOK CRUISE FROM HALONG : Please come by your own to Lot 28 Tuan Chau Marina at 11h30 AM for meeting point (If later than that, you will miss the cruise) 12:00 Welcome to Heritage Cruises Lounge at No.28 of Tuan Chau International Marina for refreshments before boarding for the cruise
12:30 Board the Heritage Cruises boat and enjoy a welcome drink as you receive a cruise briefing, safety instructions, and check-in to your suite. Lunch is served at L’indochine Restaurant. 12:40 Heritage Cruises takes you to contemplate the magnificent sceneries made from the limestone mountains of Lan Ha Bay . This bay is untouched and remote, as not many cruise boats use this route.
15:00- 15:30: The cruise vessel approaches the Ba Trai Dao (Three Peach beaches) (upon the weather), or Tra Bau in Lan Ha Bay.Guests can try kayaking or simply swimming in the crystal clear waters of the bay. 17:30 Return to Heritage Cruises, enjoy life aboard the vessel or in your suite, and with a cocktail in hand watch the sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin. 18:30 Activities include afternoon tea and the chef will lead a Vietnamese cooking class 19:30 A memorable dining experience will be offered at the restaurant, with local food in an intimate and romantic setting. 21:30 Enjoy evening views of the bay at the bar on the top deck. Try your hand squid fishing. The bars are open until late. Overnight onboard
06:15 Start the day with a session of Vovinam on the sundeck, 7:15: Have a breakfast on cruise
8:30 Transfer to a speedboat to visit Viet Hai Village. Take a bicycle ride or electric car through a rainforest tunnel that leads to a rice-field vista. Visit a traditional house in a village deep in a national park where you can observe the lifestyle of the local people and enjoy lunch in the village. Return to the speedboat to visit Lan Ha Bay.
13:30 Visit the Cat Ba Archipelago, cruise through Cai Beo floating village and then go to the Ba Trai Dao beaches where you can explore the secret trail and beaches, enclosed by vertical cliffs (if the weather and tide permit) or just swimming and kayaking in Tra Bau area. 15:30 Return to Heritage Cruises to enjoy cocktails, beer, and fine wine as the sky changes color. 17:30 Enjoy life aboard the vessel or in your suite, and with a cocktail in hand watch the sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin. The chef will lead a Vietnamese cooking class 19:30 Enjoy a fine-dining experience in the main restaurant 21:30 Welcome the night at the bar on the top deck, or try squid fishing. The bars are open late. Overnight onboard
06:15 Start the day with a session of Vovinam on the sundeck. 06:45 Have a light breakfast on board. 07:15 Head off in a bamboo boat to explore the Dark and Bright Cave to enjoy the sparkling stalactites on the ceiling and feel the soul of the surrounding nature.
9:00 9:30: Return to the boat for checkout 10:00: Enjoy brunch while cruising back to the mainland 11:00- 11:15: Return to Tuan Chau Marina and disembark for your onward journey.
NOTE : FOR THE GUESTS BOOK CRUISE FROM HALONG, NO TRANSFER will finish 2 Days Cruise at Tuan Chau Marina after return to the mainland between 11:00 AM to 11:15 AM. (Transfer to Hanoi or Halong Area is on request)
FOR THE GUESTS BOOK CRUISE FROM HANOI ONLY: At Tuan Chau Marina, you will get on Limousine/Bus back to Hanoi on expressway. We will drop off you back to same hotels/stays in Old Quarter Area between 14:15 PM to 14:30 PM. End 3 Days 2 Nights Cruise.
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If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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