From Hanoi: 3-Day Cruise Through Bai Tu Long Bay

Hanoi, Vietnam
Duration3 days
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 30 travelers
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Overview

Embark on an unforgettable 3-day, 2-night journey through the stunning Bai Tu Long Bay, an unspoiled paradise in Halong Bay. This extended cruise allows you to explore hidden caves, remote islands, and traditional fishing villages, away from the usual crowds.Spend your days kayaking in emerald waters, discovering limestone caves, and immersing yourself in local culture at Vung Vieng Floating Village. Enjoy gourmet Vietnamese meals onboard, unwind with sunset cocktails, and engage in exciting nighttime activities like squid fishing, board games, and karaoke.With luxurious cabins, expert guides, and a carefully curated itinerary, this 3D2N cruise is perfect for travelers looking for both adventure and relaxation in one of Vietnam’s most breathtaking natural wonders.

What's included

  • Outdoor activities (Tai Chi, squid fishing)
  • Meals as per itinerary
  • English-speaking tour guide
  • Pick up & drop off at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter
  • Accommodation on the Cruise (2-3 guests/cabin)
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Entrance & sightseeing fees
  • Kayak/ rowing boat at Vung Vieng Village
  • Personal expenses & Beverages
  • Holiday surcharge & All other services not clearly mentioned above

What to expect

Day 1: Hanoi - Halong Port- Cong Do– Cap La island ( L ,D )
  1. Old Quarter
    3h · Admission ticket included
    7:30 – 8:00 AM: Your shuttle bus will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi. Please ready at your hotel lobby, your guide will come and check your name at receptionist for transfer to Bai Tu Long Bay by expressway. It takes about 3 hours drive included short break on the way.
  2. Halong Bay
    1h · Admission ticket included
    12.00: Arrive at Halong International Cruise Port, you will have a bit of time to relax. Please wait for your captain to finish the registration. Transfer by tender to the cruise.
    12.30: Embarkation on the cruise. Enjoy welcome drinks and spend a couple of minutes listening to the tour guide’s briefing before discovering the boat.
  3. Bai Tu Long Bay
    15h · Admission ticket included
    13.00: Delicious Vietnamese lunch will be served while you’re leisurely cruising further into Bai Tu Long Bay.
    15.00: Arrival in kayaking area – Cap La Island. Enjoy canoeing amongst the karst and breathtaking nature and swimming and relaxing on a natural beach. You can also explore the area by taking the tender boat. Towels and waterproof bags will be provided. The cruise will stop in the anchorage area.
    17.00: Back to the boat and relax.
    18.00: Sunset party with music and happy hour. The chef will join the party and demonstrate how to transform vegetables into flowers.
    19.00: Sumptuous dinner onboard.
    20.30: Free time to challenge yourself in Vietnamese puzzle games, or gather your group/family for a board game; try your luck with squid fishing or simply have a cocktail and enjoy the quiet night on the bay.
Day 2: Vung Vieng village - Cong Dam - Cong Do (B, L, D)
  1. Bai Tu Long Bay
    5h · Admission ticket included
    06.00: Start your day with a Tai Chi session on sundeck or catch a morning view of the stunning bay’s landscape. Coffee will be available around 6.30.
    07.00: Breakfast will be served as a buffet, familiar to your stomach to fulfill your strength and ready for another day. 

    08.30-09.00: Transfer to a day cruise. Spend more time kayaking and swimming (if weather permits) at Cong Dam or relaxing on the day boat. If the weather allows, we can take a glance at Thay Cave before getting back to the anchor point. 
    12.00: Back to the boat for a delicious hot lunch at noontime
  2. Vung Vieng Fishing Village
    1h · Admission ticket included
    13.00: Cruise past several floating hamlets including Cap La and Cong Dam and enter the Centre of pristine Bai Tu Long Geology Park. There, we will visit Vung Vieng fishing village and you can choose to learn how to drive a boat under the instruction of local people, or have a fisherman rowing boat for you.
  3. Bai Tu Long Bay
    15h · Admission ticket included
    14.00 – 15:00: Return to the main boat. The activities will repeat themselves. You can choose to join the new group or stay quietly on the cruise and relax.
    19.00: Dinner will be served.
    20.30: Free time for joining Games, you may also try your luck with squid fishing.
Day 3: Thien Canh Son Cave - Halong Port - Hanoi(B,L)
  1. Bai Tu Long Bay
    5h · Admission ticket included
    06.00: Start your day with a Tai Chi session on sundeck or catch a morning view of the stunning bay’s landscape. Coffee will be available around 6.30.
    07.00: Breakfast will be served as a buffet, familiar to your stomach to fulfill your strength and ready for another day. 

    07.30: Explore the well-hidden Thien Canh Son Cave.

    08.30: Return to the cruise. You should have enough time to pack your luggage and have a shower.
    09.15: Check-out. Heavy luggage in the corridor. Key on the door.
    9.45: Prepare a simple Vietnamese dish – fresh spring rolls – with a detailed explanation by the guide.
    10.15: Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese brunch on the boat.
    11-10.45 – 11.30: Payment and debarkation. Return to the Port and wait for the shuttle bus.
  2. Old Quarter
    3h · Admission ticket included
    12.00: Your bus will take you back to Hanoi. 14.30 – 15.00: End of tour. You will be dropped off at your preferred location.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We will pick up all the guests at the hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter or Hanoi Opera House if you stayoutside.

Additional information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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