Welcome aboard the Luxury Cruise – Queen of the Bays, and embark on your delightful Halong Bay journey. A medley of limestone karsts and small islets rises from the calm emerald waters of the Gulf of Tonkin. This is the most-talked-about World Heritage site in Vietnam.
The scenery of thousands of limestone islands is a visualization of ethereal beauty that Luxury Cruise invites you to explore with us.
• Indulge yourself in the luxury details onboard, unwind in your elegant suites, or find your favorite spot at any signature facility of the cruise ship.
• Experience kayaking through thousands of limestone islands.
• Spend time relaxing on the pristine Lan Ha Bay.
If you are stay outside Hanoi Old Quarters, please come to Hanoi Opera House to meet the driver.
08:00 - 08:30am: Luxury limousine bus picks you up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter to start your journey to lounge. (for option with pick-up from Hanoi)
11:30 Arrive at lounge, Tuan Chau Marina – Ha Long, enjoy welcome drink and express check-in before boarding. 12:15 Transferred by speed boat/ tender to Cruises. Welcome aboard the cruise, refresh with our welcome drink while Cruise Manager briefing cruise orientation, activities & on board safety. The boat starts to cruising to Halong Bay - Lan Ha bay. 13:00 Cruise leaves to explore Lan Ha Bay. You will be enjoying a meal that features the distinctive Vietnamese cuisine taste while relaxing and avoiding the crowds on well-traveled roads.
15:00 | Explore Tra Bau Area The cruise will take you to “Tra Bau” to enjoy kayaking and swimming. This is a famous filming location for the movie Kong: Skull Island in Quang Ninh in 2018. 17:00 | Sunset Party and Cooking Class Return to Aurora Cruise for a Sunset Party. Join our HAPPY HOUR: Buy 02 get 01 drink while enjoying the amazing scenery while watching the sunset over the sundeck. Cooking Class: The chef will guide you in making Traditional Vietnamese Fresh Spring rolls, which you’ll get to savor afterward. 19:15 | Special: A romantic candlelit dinner served on the Sundeck (depends on weather conditions) featuring gourmet Vietnamese cuisine crafted by the cruise’s 5-star chefs.
21:30 | After dinner, you will enjoy the peaceful view of the Bay at night on the deck. You can also participate in evening activities such as sing a song, enjoy drinks at Sky Bar (chargeable), massage (chargeable) and participate in the squid fishing program at the boat 22:00 | Overnight on board Aurora End of the first day’s itinerary on board.
06:00 Greets first light of the Day on Sundeck, warming up your body with Tai Chi lesson or enjoy leisure time in room. Light breakfast is served at restaurant.
06:45 | Explore Cat Ba Island – Lan Ha Bay The transfer boat will take guests across Lan Ha Bay to the Viet Hai village. From there, guests will enjoy a short 5km bike ride to Viet Hai Village—a small, secluded village nestled within ancient forests and surrounded by the towering mountains of Cat Ba National Park. This area has become popular among foreign visitors but has yet to attract the majority of tourists, preserving its untouched, pristine charm. 12:00 | Enjoy Lunch Return to the transfer boat for lunch at the onboard restaurant.
14:00 | Swimming at Ba Trai Dao Beach The transfer boat will take guests to a secluded beach area, very peaceful and with few tourists. Ba Trai Dao Beach – the most beautiful beach in Lan Ha Bay – features soft white sands, where you can freely swim or enjoy kayaking activities. 15:00 | Return to Cruise: Back on Cruise, where guests can enjoy, relax with sunset over Lan Ha Bay or experience therapeutic massage services right on board. 17:00 – 18:00 | Sunset Party, Cooking Class Participate in 2 activities: Sunset Party & Cooking Class. Join our HAPPY HOUR: Buy 02 get 01 drink while enjoying the amazing scenery while watching the sunset over the sundeck. 19:15 | Enjoy Dinner. 21:30 | After dinner, you will enjoy the peaceful view of the Bay at night on the deck. You can also participate in evening activities such as sing a song, enjoy drinks at Sky Bar (chargeable), massage (chargeable) and participate in the squid fishing program at the boat 22:00 | Overnight on board
06:00 Greet the new day on the sundeck with a tachi session. Enjoy the fresh air on the bay while you unwind with a cup of tea or coffee. 06:30 Light breakfast is served. Enjoy a quick breakfast on board and get your day going with plenty of energy.
06: 45 | Explore Dark and light cave by bamboo boat. 08:00 | Return to the Cruise 09:15 | Check-out time Complete the check-out procedures, and return your room key to the reception. 09:30 | Early lunch at the restaurant A brunch is served as the cruise heads back to the harbor. Relax on the sundeck, taking in the serenity of the UNESCO World Heritage site. 10:40 | Return to Tuan Chau Port A transfer boat will return you to the Tuan Chau Harbor Waiting Lounge. End of the tour.
11:30 - 12:00: Limousine bus will pick up from harbour back to Hanoi (option with pick-up and drop-off from Hanoi)
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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