Sitting on our spacious sundeck, between the magnificent oceanic sunset and the marvelous limestone islands, gazing to the distance to soak in the tranquil setting of Halong – Lan Ha Bay. A view that’s simply impossible to forget, the nature’s true calmative.
On the journey to discover the heritage wonder, join our cooking class to create your own special flavors and test your own taste buds. This will certainly be a valuable time to learn about the unique culinary culture of Vietnam and also an opportunity to bond and interact with new friends on a far-from-home journey.
We can arrange for your transfer to the dock and return by either a sharing limousine van or a private car at charge. Should you travel to the dock by yourself, please arrive at Lot No. 33 Tuan Chau Marina, Tuan Chau Island, Halong before 11.30 am on the check-in date to register for boarding.
11:00 – 11:30: Be 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 Nostalgia 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 Nostalgia disembark into Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay – a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
15:00 – 15:30: Visit Ao Ech – a little paradise isolated from the hustle and bustle of the outside world. Kayaking at Ao Ech in Lan Ha Bay offers a peaceful and awe-inspiring experience, as if you’re exploring a secret world hidden within pristine nature.
17:00 -17:30: Back to the boat. Nostalgia 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: Savor 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’s 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: Nostalgia 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. End of the trip!
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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