Full Itinerary

Day 1: Hanoi – Hai Phong – Lan Ha Bay (Lunch, Dinner)

09:00 – 09:30 am: Your air-conditioned transfer vehicle will collect you from your hotel in Hanoi and convey you to Hai Phong at approximately 11:30 am.
12:00 am: You will be taken aboard our support vessel and travel from the wharf via the bay to board our luxurious craft, Era Cruise. You will be welcomed aboard and greeted with a complimentary drink. Our friendly and professional crew will conduct a compulsory safety procedure session and then you are free to check into your cabin and freshen up. We encourage you to explore our luxuriously-appointed ship then watch the magical landscape cruise past.
13:15 pm: A special lunch of fresh seafood and an assortment of appetizing delicacies will be served. You will be enchanted when decadently dining on our luxury junk, our lavish interpretation of a traditional Vietnamese boat. Life just doesn’t get better than this! We then set sail for Lan Ha Bay, passing Da Chong islet where you can see an ancient lighthouse built by the French over a century ago.
15:00 pm: The final part of the cruise takes us through the Cua Van area to Lan Ha Bay (part of Halong Bay). The 300 or so karst islands and limestone outcrops of Lan Ha are stunning with their pristine, snow-white beaches. You can explore Ba Trai Dao beach via kayaks or immerse yourself in the crystal clear waters.
17:00 pm: It’s time to return to your lavish liner and cruise to your evening accommodation.
17:30 – 18:30 pm: Who doesn’t love a happy hour? We offer an extensive drinks list including special offers such as two for one drinks.
18:00 pm: Our Vietnamese cooking demonstration is a great way to learn how to prepare delicious appetizers and we will guide you through the process.
19:15 pm: You can spoil yourself with a unique Signature Dinner in our distinctive restaurant.
20:45 – 00:00 am: It is now time to relax with an exotic cocktail and drink in the evening landscape. Our bar offers a wide range of wine, beer, and liqueurs and is always a welcome sight for guests after a day sailing on the Bay. You can order an indulgent spa service, watch movies, go squid fishing or simply relax on our rooftop deck under the cover of a brightly illuminated sky.

Day 2: Dark & Bright Cave – Halong Bay – Hanoi (Light Breakfast/Brunch)

06:30 am: The morning is the best time of the day on Lan Ha Bay. You might like to head to the upper deck to participate in our daily Tai Chi sessions or relax with an early morning cup of tea, coffee or juice to watch the stunning scenery unfold before you.
07:00 am: A light breakfast of pastries, tea, and coffee will be served in our restaurant.
7:30 – 9:15 am: The final stage of your trip is to be taken through the mysterious caves and amongst the remote islets via local rowing boats. The breath-taking beauty of this World Heritage region will certainly impress you. Following this, you will journey back to the main ship.
09:30 am: It’s time to check out of your cabin as we draw closer to the mainland. After a final early brunch and a last farewell from our crew at 11:30 am, you will board our transfer boat and head back to the wharf where you will be met by your return trip vehicle to transfer you to Hanoi.
12:10 – 12:30 pm: Now you can board the car and return to Hanoi.

Price From $ 200/person

Inclusion

– Welcome drinks with warm/cold tissues

– Entrance fees and sightseeing fees

– Accommodation in a luxurious air-conditioned en-suite cabin, including a private Jacuzzi bathtub

– English-speaking guide

– All snacks and meals

– Fresh flowers throughout the ship

– Exotic fruit in your cabin

– All activities outlined above, including swimming, kayaking, cooking and night squid fishing

– A bottle of wine is included when you stay in the Garden-Sea Family Suite & The Era Suite

Exclusion

– Airfares, transfers to and from Halong Bay

– Visa arrangement

– Beauty spa and massage services

– Other beverages, tips, and personal expenses

– All other services not clearly mentioned above

– V.A.T

Further information

– Due to weather conditions and tides, our itinerary and programs may vary or change in some ways

– Acts of nature are not controlled by us but we have a variety of additional activities available to entertain our guests

– All our meals are prepared from the freshest produce and ingredients available, with a mixture of Vietnamese, International and  Fusion cuisines on offer. If you have any special dietary requirements, please inform us when you book your cruise.

– Advanced bookings are only permitted on our cruises and we require all your details upon booking your cruise including full name, DOB, nationality, gender and passport, and Vietnamese visa numbers and expiry dates

– All guests must have a valid passport and Vietnamese visa to board our cruise

– We accept Vietnamese Dong and US Dollars only

– Be sure to bring sunblock and mosquito repellent and warm clothing between December and March

– Try to travel lightly. Your hotel can store your larger luggage for you

– Beverages not purchased on our cruise are subject to a corkage fee