Itinerary
Day one: Hanoi – Hai Phong – Halong Bay – Lan Ha Bay in Cat Ba Archipelago
8:00 – 8:30: You will be greeted at your hotel to take the new highway to Got Ferry Terminal, Cat Hai Town, Haiphong City (arrive about 11:30). You will travel on the longest bridge in Southeast Asia and be greeted at our lounge before boarding.
12:15: Board the Heritage Cruises boat and enjoy a welcome drink as you receive a cruise briefing, safety instructions and check in to your suite. Lunch is served at L’Indochine Restaurant.
12:40: Cruise to Da Chong islet, where you can see a heritage lighthouse built by the French more than 100 years ago. After lunch, cruise to Gia Luan Lagoon where limestone karst formations rise out of the sea. This quiet bay is untouched and remote, as not many cruise ships visit.
15:00: The cruise vessel approaches the Ba Trai Dao or Three Peach beaches in Lan Ha Bay, a natural frontier between the provinces of Halong and Haiphong. This secret hideaway has beaches, caves, and coves, plus the spectacular natural beauty of about 400 islands. Guests can try kayaking or simply swim in the clear waters of the bay.
17:30: Back on Heritage Cruises, enjoy life aboard the vessel or in your suite, and with a cocktail in hand watch the sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin. Activities include afternoon tea and wine tasting, and the chef will lead a Vietnamese cookery class.
19:30: A memorable dining experience will be offered at the restaurant, with local food in an intimate and romantic setting.
21:30: Enjoy evening views of the bay at the bar on the top deck. Try your hand squid fishing, or watch a movie in the restaurant. The bars are open until late.
Day two: Halong Bay – Hanoi
6:00: Start the day with a session of Vovinam on the sundeck, followed by a light breakfast. Then take the bamboo boats to explore the Dark and Bright Cave.
9:30: Return to the ship for checkout.
10:00: Enjoy brunch while cruising back to harbor.
11:35: Return to Got Harbour and relax at our lounge while your transportation arrives.
12:10: Departure to Hanoi for those who have booked our Limousine service.
14:00: Approximate time of arrival in Hanoi, and drop-off at your hotel.
Inclusion
– Welcome drink
– Tender/speedboat transfer
– Van for transportation on the island
– English-speaking experience Manager and Cruise Director on board
– 24-hour room service with no extra charges
– Mini-bar replenished daily with soft drinks, beer, and bottled water
– Fresh seasonal fruits, snacks, and nuts
– Fine dining on board
– Two – day/one – night cruise: 01 set lunch, 01 dinners, 01 breakfast and 01 brunches deluxe.
– Live music, cinema, bars, and art gallery
– Cookery and tea/cocktail demonstration
– Vovinam, games, gym, swimming pool, and library
– Beach activities such as kayaking, bamboo boating, caving, squid fishing
– Upgrade to higher category accommodation or transportation (subject to availability)
– All rooms with a private balcony, full ocean view, and bathtub
– Free WiFi
– No bank charges if paying by credit card
– All sightseeing tickets
– Service charges and government tax
Exclusion
– Pick-up, drop-off and transfer services
– Airfares
– Personal expenses
– Visa arrangements
– Other services