Hanoi Old Quarter Hotel Pick-up

Between 8:00 and 8:45, pick-up is arranged at hotels around Hanoi Old Quarter. Arrival at Tuan Chau Wharf occurs after a 2,5-hour drive via expressway.

45 min

Tuan Chau Wharf and Embarkation

From 11:30 to 12:00, arrival at Tuan Chau Wharf takes place, followed by transfer by small boat to the cruise. The cruise anchors away from busy tourist areas in calm waters surrounded by islets. Between 12:15 and 12:30, embarkation occurs with a welcome drink, cruise briefing, safety introduction, and cabin check-in.

180 min

Lunch and Lan Ha Bay Exploration

At 13:00, lunch is served as the cruise sails into Lan Ha Bay, a quieter extension of Ha Long Bay. The route passes Finger Islet, Frog Islet, and numerous limestone towers and islands. At 15:00, guests can kayak or swim in the green waters and observe local fishermen's daily life, along with a brief look at the karst mountain geology.

240 min

Cooking Demo and Dinner on Cruise

At 17:00, guests return to the cruise to relax and may join a traditional cooking demonstration by the crew. Happy Hour is available at all bars. The captain anchors in a quiet area for the night. At 19:00, a deluxe set menu dinner is served, followed by optional activities such as bar socializing, movie watching, squid fishing, or spa treatments. Overnight stay is on the cruise.

780 min

Breakfast, Kayaking, and Check-out

From 7:00 to 7:45, breakfast is served with views of the bay. At 8:00, guests visit Frog Pond for kayaking or swimming. At 9:15, guests return to cabins to relax and prepare luggage. Check-out from the cabin is at 9:30, followed by a cruise on the bay with room service and final lunch. At 11:30, the cruise docks at Tuan Chau Harbor where the trip concludes.

300 min

Return to Hanoi

Between 12:00 and 12:30, return to Hanoi is by air-conditioned high-quality bus. Arrival in Hanoi occurs between 15:00 and 15:30, marking the end of the trip.

240 min