Bai Tu Long Bay 3-day, 2-night cruise is the ideal choice for travelers seeking a more peaceful and authentic alternative to the busy tourist routes of Ha Long Bay. Carefully designed by Swan Cruises, this journey takes you through tranquil waters, hidden lagoons, and traditional fishing villages in the bay’s less-visited areas.
Away from the crowds, you will have the opportunity to kayak through stunning limestone landscapes, explore fascinating caves, and enjoy a variety of relaxing onboard activities while immersing yourself in the natural beauty and local charm of Bai Tu Long Bay.
If you book option from Hanoi: We will pick up all the guests at the hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter or Hanoi Opera House if you stay outside. Kindly provide the hotel name and address in Hanoi Old Quarter for pick-up arrangements, check your email or WhatsApp once you book the tour to confirm your pick up time.
If you book option from Halong International Cruise Port, Bai Chay, Halong. Please arrive at Halong International Cruise Port by 11:00 -11:30 AM for check-in. Our guide will be there to greet you and assist with the cruise check-in.
07.35 – 8.20: Our 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. On the way, we will have a quick stop in the middle of the way to rest. ( If you book option from Hanoi )
11.40 - 12.00: Arrive at our waiting lounge at Halong 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 Swan Cruises. 12.30: Enjoy a welcome drink and spend a couple of minutes briefing about safety on the boat and activities included then we check in our cabin. 13.00: 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 sailing to the overnight anchorage. Attend a Vietnamese cooking demonstration. You can quickly learn a simple but delicious Vietnamese dish that Gordon Ramsey (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: Free time to challenge yourself in Vietnamese puzzle games, or gathers your group/family for a board game, karaoke, try your luck with squid fishing or simply have a cocktail and enjoy the quiet night on the bay.
06.00: Start your day with a Tai Chi routine on the sundeck or catch a morning view of the stunning bay’s landscape with a cup of tea or coffee. 07.00: Breakfast will be served in Western style, familiar to you to fulfill your strength and ready for another exploring day. 08.30: Transfer to another small day boat to go deeper into the bay. 09.30 - 11.00: Pick up the kayak from the only designated shared raft (same spot as Day 1), then paddle to explore Thay Cave and enjoy swimming around the area. 11.30 - 13.00: A delicious lunch at noontime is served. 13.00 - 14.00: Visit Vung Vieng fishing village and pearl farming. 14.30 - 15.00: Return to the main Swan Cruise boat; take a break, enjoy the sunset party afterward and Cooking Class. 19.00: Dinner will be served. 20.30 - 22.00: Free time for joining games, karaoke, you may also try your luck with squid fishing.
06.00: Sunrise Tai-chi section on sundeck or catch a morning view of the stunning bay’s landscape with a cup of tea or coffee. 06.30: Breakfast will be served in Western style, familiar to you to fulfill your strength and ready for another exploring day. 07.30 - 07.45: 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: Cruises back to the harbor. 11.00 - 11.30: Disembark at Ha Long International Cruise Port. If you book option from Halong Port, we will drop you off here. End trips!
11.30 - 12.00: Our bus will take you back to Hanoi Old Quarter. (If you book option from Hanoi) 15.00 - 15.30: End of service.
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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