ITINERARY
08:00- 8:30: Pick up at the Old Quarter area to transfer from Hanoi to Halong Bay (If the package is included shuttle service). We will use the high-speed way, which is just with 2-hour drive and NO rest stops.
11:30: Your first stop is Tuan Chau harbor. Check in the cruise
12:15: After taken to the to HaLong Lotus Cruise, you will be checked in. While enjoying welcome drinks, you will be introduced the itinerary and cruise safety
13:00: You will have time to savor your delicious lunch and enjoy the stunning views as the boat cruises towards the southeast of Halong Bay, passing Dog Island, Dinh Huong islet (Incence Burner islet); Kissing rocks – The symbol of Halong tourism.
14:45: Further cruising to the core zone of Halong bay, your first stop is the visit to the Sung Sot Cave, one of the biggest caves in Ha Long Bay with beautiful stalactites. Once you exit the cave, you will be surprised by the breathtaking panoramic view of the Bay as well as the stalactites and stalagmites formed over millions of years which have taken on fascinating shapes.
16.30: You will visit the popular Titov Island, where you can go swimming or hike to the top for another stunning, and panoramic view of the Bay.
17:30: Back on board, you can enjoy a sunset party with HAPPY HOUR – buy 2 get 1 free on drinks at Sky Leaf Bar, or join some games provided at reception.
18:30: If you are interested in Vietnamese cuisines, please join our traditional Vietnamese cooking class on the sundeck under the experienced Chef’s guiding (or in the restaurant in case of inclement weather).
19:15: Delighted dinner.
20:30: This is the perfect time for you to enjoy our Sky Leaf Bar on the top floor. Besides, we provide free squid fishing tools at reception.
22:30: Overnight on board HaLong Lotus Cruise.
07:00 | Have light breakfast
08:30 | Discover Cat Ba Island- Lan Ha Bay on the hidden route.
You will be transferred to the day tour cruise to visit the Bay to go further than Lan Ha Bay. You start the journey to discover Viet Hai village – a peaceful village with extremely beautiful scenery by bike, through vast rice fields. You stop to rest and visit the old house made from straw, mud, and bamboo to find out the lives of local people.
12:00: Return to the day tour cruise. You will be served lunch with a variety of dishes at the restaurant.
14h00: The cruise takes you to the pristine beach area- Ba Trai Dao beach. This is the most beautiful beach in Lan Ha Bay with nature amazing white sand, very quiet and less tourists, you are free to swim or participate in the kayaking activity.
14:30: Our small boat will send you to Cat Ba Island. Check in Hotel and have a free time to discover Cat Ba Island by yourself
19:15: Enjoy dinner at a restaurant in the hotel.
20:45 – 00:00: Enjoy the nightlife of Cat Ba’s People. Immerse yourself in music, enjoy a glass of cocktail from the bar, sing karaoke and relax.
Overnight at the hotel in Cat Ba Island.
06:45: Breakfast is served at the restaurant.
08:00: Leave hotel for Cat Ba National Park – Cat Ba National Park is a tourist attraction with millions of domestic and overseas visitors. In the park, travelers can enjoy the beauty of the vast landscapes and seascapes. Visitors can choose to relax on isolated beaches in Lan Ha Bay, trek through the primeval tropical rain or mangrove forests, discover many unique animal and plant species, and immerse themselves in the local culture.
Initially identified 1588 vascular plant species across 187 families, among these, 58 are species listed in the Vietnam Red Book (2007), the IUCN The World List of Threatened Trees (2008) has 33 species. 1,026 are medicinal plant species, with one newly recorded species called Cycas tropophylla.
According to the result of the initial research, Cat Ba National Park has 338 terrestrial animal species including 53 species of mammal; 205 species of birds; 55 species of reptile and 25 amphibian species, among which 36 species listed rare and endemic in the Vietnam Red Book and the IUCN Red List. Most noticeable of which is Cat Ba Langur (Trachypithecus poliocephalus), a species endemic to Cat Ba and listed by IUCN as one of 25 world’s topmost endangered primates
11:00: Back to hotel to have lunch
12:30: Get back to your hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter. End of the tour.
TOUR INFORMATION
• Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather, tide levels and operating conditions without prior notice.
• Swimming or kayaking excursions may be cancelled due to poor weather.
• Meals on board are varied: Vietnamese, seafood & international cuisines. Guests should advise of any special food preferences, allergies, or dietary requirements at least one (01) week prior to the cruise date.
• Advance registration is required prior to departure date, at least 3 days with your full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport number, and visa expiration date for all passengers. A valid passport is required upon check-in. Otherwise, boarding may be denied by the port authority.
• Wi-Fi is available onboard free of charge. However, regular interruptions are expected due to nature of internet signal on the sea.
- 01 night in Ha Long Bay cruise.
- 01 night at hotel in Cat Ba Island
- 7 meals included: 2 Breakfast and Set menu 3 lunches + 2 dinner
- Complimentary mineral water onboard (01 bottle/pax/day)
- Sightseeing fees.
- Onboard insurance and service charges.
- Transfers to and from Halong Bay. Cat Ba Island to Hanoi, VISA service, …
- Airfare, Visa,…
- Beverages, spa and personal expenses.
- VAT
- All services not clearly mentioned.
