Cat Ba Archipelago is an exotic destination with pristine beaches, secluded lagoons, caves, tropical forests, and lakes. On this program, you’ll find the best places for kayaking, swimming, and discovery.
Launching in September 2019, Heritage Cruises will offer authentic experiences for 40 guests aboard an architecturally designed boutique river and ocean cruise ship in the Gulf of Tonkin. Amenities include a spa, outdoor lounge, pool and 20 suites with picture windows offering river and ocean views.
As Heritage Cruises’ first true floating four-star boutique hotel, the cruise offers guests high-end service in an unforgettable setting that captures the quintessence of North Vietnam and the classic charm of the 1930s Indochina style.
At Heritage Cruises, we regard the smallest detail as essential to a personalized cruising experience. As well as a passionate team, we have incredible partners who will help ensure your voyage is rich in memories.
FOR THE GUESTS USING OUR TRANSFER SERVICE: We will pick up at hotels/stays inside Old Quarter Area or at Our Tour Office at 39 Ngo Huyen Street, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi if outside.
FOR THE GUESTS NOT USING OUR TRANSFER SERVICE: We will meet you at Tuan Chau Marina at 11h30 AM.
FOR THE GUESTS USING OUR TRANSFER SERVICE: We will pick up at hotels/stays inside Old Quarter Area or Hanoi Opera House if outside between 08:00 am to 8:45 am. It takes about nearly 3 hours driving to Halong Bay included 1 stop on the way for short break.
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 – Cat Ba Archipelago. This bay is untouched and remote, as not many cruise boats use this route.
15:30 The cruise vessel approaches the Ba Trai Dao (Three Peach beaches) (upon the weather), or Tra Bau in Lan Ha Bay, a natural frontier between the provinces of Halong and Haiphong. This secret hideaway has beaches, caves, and coves, plus the spectacular natural beauty of about 400 islands. 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. 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 Return to Tuan Chau Marina and disembark for your onward journey.
Passing by Halong Bay on the way return to mainland
FOR THE GUESTS NOT USING OUR TRANSFER SERVICE WILL FINISH 2 DAYS CRUISE AT TUAN CHAU MARINA
FOR THE GUESTS USING OUR TRANSFER SERVICE : 11:30- 12:10 : While waiting for the pick-up service to your next destination, enjoy the comfort of our lounge at Tuan Chau Marina . The guests will get on transfer and heading back to Hanoi City. We will drop off you at hotels/stays in Old Quarter about 14h45 pm to 15h00 pm.
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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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