Full Itinerary
Day 1: Hanoi – Tuan Chau Wharf – Serenity Cruises
8:00: Pick-up time
For those who book our transfer service, you will be collected from hotels around Hanoi Old Quarter. Instead of spending 4 hours on the traditional road to Halong city, we will shortly arrive at Tuan Chau Wharf by expressway after 2.5 hours driving.
11:15: Arrive in Tuan Chau Wharf – transfer by small boat to Serenity Cruises
She anchors far from the crowded and touristy area in the calm water surrounded by beautiful islets.
12:15 – 12:30: Embark on Serenity Cruises
Warmly welcome to Serenity Cruises! While you enjoy a welcome drink, our cruise manager will deliver cruise briefing and safety introduction. After that, you will check in your cabin
13:00: Enjoy fabulous lunch
Fabulous buffet lunch is served while Serenity Cruise starts her sails to magnificent Lan Ha Bay – an extension of Ha Long Wonder which is much quieter and less touristic. She will pass famous Finger Islet, Frog Islet and thousands of uniquely shaped limestone towers and islands.
15:00: Explore Halong – Lan Ha bay – go kayaking, swimming, and snorkeling (if weather permits)
Serenity Cruises reach Đầu Bê Island, one of the most beautiful islands located in the South East of Ha Long bay. It is your time to discover Ha Long bay on your own way with tandem kayak (double kayak) to explore the beauty of nature in the hidden lagoon with lots of stalactites hang down from the ceiling cave. You can also go snorkeling to admire the amazing aquatic world. These activities might depend on the tide level of the bay. In case the tide level is too high or too low, we will do kayaking in Dark Cave, Bright Cave area.
16:30: Cooking demonstration
Back to Serenity Cruises after outdoor activities, this is the perfect time to relax with a cocktail. On board, you may join a traditional cooking class presented by our crew. Before dinner, our experienced captain will choose the most tranquil area to anchor for overnight stay.
19:00: Savor deluxe Dinner Set Menu
After the incredible dinner, take your leisure time to chat at the bar, watch the movie in the restaurant, enjoy a Spa treatment, etc. You will stay overnight on Serenity Cruises.
Day 2: Explore Cat Ba Island
6:00: Sunrise Tai-chi section on the sundeck
Be an early bird for photo hunt and join our Tai-chi session on the sundeck to refresh your body and mind.
6:30: Have light breakfast
Serenity Cruises continues her sail to Cat Ba Island, passing amazing karst towers. Tea, coffee and light breakfast is served with fresh air and peaceful surroundings.
9:00: Leave Serenity Cruises to canoe for transfer to Beo Dock
9:15: Travel to Cat Ba National Park from Beo Dock by bus
There will be time for bush-walking into the wild. We will pass Kim Giao forest, reach the highest point named “Ngự Lâm peak” which offers a great view of the whole island its biosphere reserved. Besides, Trung Trang Cave – an ideal destination for nature lovers – is also a highlight of the day. Trung Trang cave features 400 meters length through mountains, which is a natural cave created by heaven over two thousand years of history.
13:00: Have lunch on the island
After trekking time in the National Park, our bus will take you to Cat Ba Center Town. You can enjoy delicious lunch and then have time to discover the local life on your own. In the afternoon, you will go to the most beautiful beaches here: Tung Thu, Cat Co 1, Cat Co 3 to swim.
16:00: Go back to Serenity Cruises
The canoe will pick you up and take you back to Serenity Cruises. Relax on the sundeck with a cocktail before dinner is served.
19:00: Enjoy dinner
You make take the rest of the night with drinks on the sundeck or watch TV in your room, or try your luck with catching squids.
Day 3: Serenity Cruises – Viet Hai Village – Tuan Chau Wharf
6:00: Sunrise Tai-chi section on the sundeck
Be an early bird for photo hunt and join our Taichi session on the sundeck to refresh your body and mind.
6:30: Have light breakfast
Serenity Cruises continues her sail to Cat Ba Island, passing amazing karst towers. Tea, coffee and light breakfast is served with fresh air and peaceful surroundings.
7:15: Visit Viet Hai Village
Our crew will take you to Viet Hai, a small village located in the midst of jungles, covered by high mountains range of Cat Ba National Park. Spend around 30 minutes for biking along, to indulge in a peaceful atmosphere and charming scenery of a typical village in the Northeastern of Vietnam.
9:15: Return Serenity Cruises to refresh relax and prepare for check-out
10:00: Taste delightful brunch
During the time well-prepared brunch is served, Serenity Cruises slowly navigates emerald water and thousands of karst mountains towards the Harbor.
12:15 – 12:45: Disembark Serenity Cruises and farewell the crew
12:15 – 12:30: Travel back to Hanoi by bus
Bus transfer service from Halong to Hanoi is available for booking in advance.
16:00 – 16:30: Arrive at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter, end of an unforgettable trip.
Inclusion
– Fully furnished cabin with private Ocean View Balcony
– English speaking guide onboard
– All meals onboard mentioned (03 lunch, 02 dinners, 02 breakfast)
– Complimentary 2 bottled water in each Cabin
– Entrance and sightseeing fees
– Cooking class, Tai-chi
– Kayak (2 people share a kayak)
Exclusion
– Limousine/private transfer Hanoi <=> HaLong (upon request)
– Spa, Massage, Beverages, Personal expenses
– Surcharge on Christmas, New Year and Lunar New year
– Tips for guide/driver/crew & All other services and items not mentioned specifically above
Important Notes
– Cruise itinerary might be changed due to weather and other conditions without prior notice.
– Swimming or kayaking activity may not be possible due to bad weather. Unused services are not subjected to a refund.
– Meals on board served are seafood, Vietnamese and international Cuisine. Any special request for food preference, allergies or dietary requirements should be informed at least 2 days before the departure date.
– Advanced registration with full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport number, and visa expiry date is required from all passengers.
– Wifi is available in the restaurant/bar area only, internet connectivity is limited due to geography of Halong Bay.