Castella Cruises 3-Day Explore Halong Bay from Hanoi

3 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

With a long route discovering unspoiled, less crowded spots in the Bay, which is normally designed for 3 day 2 night itinerary only, the cruise offers guests an extraordinary opportunity to enjoy the pristine beauty of Halong Bay to the fullest. A highlight of Cruise’s itinerary is visiting Sung Sot Cave, the largest and most beautiful cave in Halong Bay, where guests can take the chance to admire thousand-year-old stalactites. Not just a cruise, Cruise strives to provide guests with a memorable night experience in Halong with Gala Dinner on the Sundeck (subject to weather conditions). Our cruise also offers free herbal bags and foot bath basin for relaxation on the Sundeck after a meal.

What's Included

Afternoon tea
Foot bath basin in the room and free herbal bags
Welcome drink and cold towel
Lunch (Optional[3])
Lunch
Fruit in all rooms
Dinner (Optional[2])
Dinner
Gala dinner on Sundeck (if the weather is favorable)
Breakfast (Optional[2])
Breakfast
Service fee and insurance as required in sightseeing tickets.
WiFi on board
Complementary room setup for birthday (if any), wedding anniversary, honeymoon
Tea, coffee, bottled mineral water and amenities according to room standards.
Transfers
Sightseeing tickets
Cooking Class: Fresh Spring rolls
Swimwear for kayaking and swimming
Waterproof bag for smartphone
Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses
Personal expenses
Beverages ($10)
Kayak ($10)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Vina Cruise, 1A Le Thanh Tong Street, HN: Opposite the Opera House, at the intersection of Hai Ba Trung Street and Le Thanh Tong Street Optional: Hanoi Opera House You can head to the Hanoi Opera House, where you'll find our guides wearing green t-shirts adorned with our logo right in front of the House.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Hanoi - Halong Bay - Titop Island - Sung Sot Cave

    6 stops
  • 1
    Old Quarter

    07.45 - 08.30: You will be picked up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter and transferred to Halong.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2

    11.30 - 12.00: Upon arrival at Tuan Chau International Cruise Port, you will enjoy a warm welcome by our cruise staff in the waiting lounge and complete check-in procedure.

    30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Hạ Long Bay

    12.00: Upon boarding Cruise, our crew welcome you with a refreshing drink and cold towel before checking into your cabin. The vessel leaves Tuan Chau Marina, taking you on an exciting journey to discover the beauty of Halong Bay. Along the way, you can enjoy the view of some of the most beautiful spots in Halong and admire the grandeur of the Bay with thousands of limestone islands while the vessel heads to Luon Cave & Titop Island. Enjoy your lunch at our luxurious restaurant on board while the vessel cruises toward Luon Cave.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Ti Top Island

    14.00: You will be transferred to Titop Island by tender. Visit Titop Island and hike to the top for stunning views of Halong Bay, or have a fun swim in the clear blue water.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Sung Sot Cave

    16.00: Exploring Sung Sot cave. This is one of the largest and most beautiful caves in Halong Bay. The cave has some unique rock formations which couldn't be found anywhere else. The path to the mouth of Sung Sot Cave is under a canopy of leaves. Walking through steep stone steps, tourists may have the feeling of climbing on mountains and experience the excitement as if they are stepping to the sky.

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • 6
    Hạ Long Bay

    17.30 - 18.00:Back on board, you will participate in a Sunset party & cooking class while the vessel cruises toward the shore. You can enjoy relaxing moments while sipping a cup of traditional Vietnamese tea or coffee on the sundeck amid wonderful scenery and beautiful sunset. Halong Bay is calm during the day, but when the sun goes down, the Bay becomes even more tranquil and peaceful. You will be instructed to make delicious Fresh Spring rolls by our chef and then enjoy the rolls made on your own. 17.30 - 18.30: Happy hour - BUY 2 DRINK GET 1 FOR FREE 19.30: Gala Dinner. Enjoy your dinner on the Sundeck (if the weather is favorable) 20.30: After dinner, you will enjoy a peaceful view of the Bay at night on the deck. You can also participate in evening activities such as herbal foot bath in your room (free of charge), Bamboo dancing, fashion show traditional costumes “Footsteps of Heritage” and some drinks at Sky Bar and massage (subject to additional charge)

    4 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 2

    Lan Ha Bay - Dark and Bright Cave - Three Peaches Beach

    4 stops
  • 7
    Dark & Light Cave

    08.30: Day boat pick up at Cruise and depart from Titop area in Halong bay 10.30: Transfer to Lan Ha bay which is formed by the archipelago Cat Ba island. Stop at Dark and Bright caves area for kayaking in an hour and a half

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • 8
    Hạ Long Bay

    11.30: Lunch will be served on boat

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 9

    12.30: Move to Ba Trai Dao beaches (Three Peaches Beaches) for swimming in the crystal water and a beautiful white sandy beach for an hour and fifteen minutes.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 10
    Hạ Long Bay

    13.30: Boat return to Halong bay to explore more land-scape 14.45: Visiting Pearl Farm Exhibition Center and Museum for learning how to raise the farm, harvest pearls and its business about forty minutes 15.25: Back to the boat and transfer to the Cruise

    6 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 3

    Sung Sot Cave - Halong Bay - Hanoi

    5 stops
  • 11
    Hạ Long Bay

    06.15 : Start your day with Tai Chi class on the sundeck. 06:30 - 07:00 : Enjoy a light breakfast with coffee, tea, cake and fruit.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 12
    Sung Sot Cave

    07.30: Exploring Sung Sot cave. This is one of the largest and most beautiful caves in Halong Bay. The cave has some unique rock formations which couldn't be found anywhere else. The path to the mouth of Sung Sot Cave is under a canopy of leaves. Walking through steep stone steps, tourists may have the feeling of climbing on mountains and experience the excitement as if they are stepping to the sky.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 13
    Hạ Long Bay

    08.30 - 09.30:Back on board, you can rest in your room, enjoy the herbal foot bath prepared by our crew, sunbathe on the sundeck, take pictures of Halong Bay or shop for souvenirs on the boat. 09.30: Check-out time. Please put your luggage outside your cabin and leave the room key at the reception desk. Our staff will transfer your luggage to the waiting area. While waiting, you can shop for some cruise products.. 10.00: Enjoy an early lunch buffet at the restaurant on the 2nd floor and settle the bills if any.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 14

    11.00 : Arrival at Tuan Chau Marina.

    15 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 15
    Hanoi

    15.00~15.30: Tour ends. All customers will be dropped off at the Old Quarter Hanoi.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Mekong Tourist

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