DAY 1: HANOI – HALONG BAY – HALONG LOTUS CRUISE
08.00- 8:30: Pick up at the Old Quarter area to transfer from Hanoi to Halong Bay (If the package is included shuttle service). We will use the high-speed way, which is just with 2-hour drive and NO rest stops.
11:45: Your first stop is Tuan Chau harbor. Check in the cruise.
12:15: After taken to the to HaLong Lotus Cruise, you will be checked in. While enjoying welcome drinks, you will be introduced the itinerary and cruise safety.
13:00: You will have time to savor your delicious lunch and enjoy the stunning views as the boat cruises towards the southeast of Halong Bay, passing Dog Island, Dinh Huong islet (Incence Burner islet); Kissing rocks – The symbol of Halong
14:45: Further cruising to the core zone of Halong bay, your first stop is the visit to the Sung Sot Cave, one of the biggest caves in Ha Long Bay with beautiful stalactites. Once you exit the cave, you will be surprised by the breathtaking panoramic view of the Bay as well as the stalactites and stalagmites formed over millions of years which have taken on fascinating shapes.
16.30: You will visit the popular Titov Island, where you can go swimming or hike to the top for another stunning, and panoramic view of the Bay.
17:30: Back on board, you can enjoy a sunset party with HAPPY HOUR – buy 2 get 1 free on drinks at Sky Leaf Bar, or join some games provided at reception.
18:30: If you are interested in Vietnamese cuisines, please join our traditional Vietnamese cooking class on the sundeck under the experienced Chef’s guiding (or in the restaurant in case of inclement weather).
19:15: Delighted dinner.
20:30: This is the perfect time for you to enjoy our Sky Leaf Bar on the top floor. Besides, we provide free squid fishing tools at reception.
22:30: Overnight on board HaLong Lotus Cruise.
DAY 2: LAN HA BAY – VIET HAI VILLAGE – CAT BA ISLAND
07:00 | Have light breakfast
08:30 | Discover Cat Ba Island- Lan Ha Bay on the hidden route. You will be transferred to the day tour cruise to visit the Bay to go further than Lan Ha Bay. You start the journey to discover Viet Hai village - a peaceful village with extremely beautiful scenery by bike, through vast rice fields. You stop to rest and visit the old house made from straw, mud, and bamboo to find out the lives of local people.
12:00: Return to the day tour cruise. You will be served lunch with a variety of dishes at the restaurant.
14h00: The cruise takes you to the pristine beach area- Ba Trai Dao beach. This is the most beautiful beach in Lan Ha Bay with nature amazing white sand, very quiet and less tourists, you are free to swim or participate in kayaking activity.
16:30: Return to HaLong Lotus Cruise. You will be watching the sunset fall on Lan Ha Bay, immersed in soothing or vibrant music, sipping a cocktail.
19:15: Enjoy dinner at a restaurant on HaLong Lotus Cruise.
20:45 – 00:00: Enjoy the nightlife of Ha Long Bay from the deck. Immerse yourself in music, enjoy a glass of cocktail from the bar, sing karaoke and relax on the cruise. Otherwise, you can fish squids with the sailors or simply relax in the room and view Ha Long Bay from the balcony. Halong Lotus Cruise
DAY 3: HALONG BAY – HANOI (BREAKFAST – LUNCH)
06:45: Light breakfast is served at the restaurant.
08:00: Visit to the Luon Cave and take an optional 30-minute kayaking (inclusive or exclusive depending in defferent). Visit Luon Cave which is one of the largest caves in Ha Long Bay with beautiful stalactite blocks. You'll be amazed at the panoramic views of the Bay as you exit the cave as well as the stalactites and rocks formed over millions of years in fascinating shapes.
09:15: Back on board, Set sometimes for last wash up and packing all your belongings
09:30: Check out and return to Tuan Chau arbor.
10:30: Farewell lunch served on board.
11:15 – 11:30: Make the payment. Get back to the harbor and get to our Shuttle bus to return to Hanoi.
14:30-15:00: Get back to your hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter. End of the tour.
