Vietnam · Cruise & Sailing

From Hanoi: Boutique Cruise 3D2N Discovering Ha Long Bay

3 Days Round trip from Pickup service provided in Hanoi. Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Spend 3 days and 2 nights cruising through Ha Long Bay
  • 02 Stay on board a 4-star boutique cruise
  • 03 Visit Sung Sot Cave and hike or swim at Titop Island
  • 04 Enjoy a sunset party and onboard cooking class
  • 05 Explore Trinh Nữ Cave and relax at Ba Trái Đào Beach
  • 06 Learn about pearl cultivation at a pearl farm and museum
  • 07 Join Tai Chi sessions on the sundeck
  • 08 Discover Hang Luồn by bamboo boat or kayak

Set sail from Hanoi on a 3-day boutique cruise through the spectacular seascapes of Ha Long Bay. This relaxing journey combines elegant onboard comfort with some of the bay’s most iconic natural highlights, from limestone caves and island viewpoints to quiet beaches and emerald waters.

Along the way, enjoy Vietnamese meals on board, a sunset party and cooking class, Tai Chi on the sundeck, and opportunities for swimming, kayaking or bamboo boat rides. With two nights on a 4-star cruise and a well-paced itinerary including Sung Sot Cave, Titop Island, Trinh Nữ Cave, Ba Trái Đào Beach, a pearl farm, and Hang Luồn, this experience is ideal for travellers who want to discover more of Ha Long Bay at a leisurely pace.

Along the way, enjoy Vietnamese meals on board, a sunset party and cooking class, Tai Chi on the sundeck, and opportunities for swimming, kayaking or bamboo boat rides.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Halong, Hanoi
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

HANOI - HA LONG BAY - SUNG SOT CAVE - TITOP ISLAND7:30 - 8:20: You will be picked up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter and transferred to Ha Long11:30-12:00 Upon arrival at No 12, Tuan Chau Marina, you will enjoy a warm welcome by our cruise staff in the waiting lounge and complete the check-in procedure. 12:00 Upon boarding Hera Classic Boutique Cruise, our crew welcomes you with a refreshing drink and cold towel before checking into your cabin. Enjoy your lunch at our luxurious restaurant on board while the vessel cruises toward Sung Sot Cave and Titop Island. 14:30 Return to your room and prepare for swimming activities at Titop Island. Visit Titop Island and hike to the top for stunning views of Ha Long Bay, or swim in the clear blue water. 16:00 Hera Cruise will take you to visit Sung Sot Cave, the largest and most magnificent cave in Halong Bay, known for its impressive stalactites and stalagmites.17:30-18:00 Back on board, you will participate in a Sunset party & cooking class while the vessel cruises toward the shore. You can enjoy relaxing moments while sipping a cup of traditional Vietnamese tea or coffee on the sundeck amid wonderful scenery and a beautiful sunset.

17:30-18:30 Happy hour - BUY 2 DRINKS GET 1 FOR FREE 19:30 Outdoor dinner. Enjoy a romantic dinner outdoors (if the weather is favorable) or restaurant 21:30 After dinner, you will enjoy a peaceful view of the Bay at night on the deck. You can also participate in evening activities such as massage (subject to additional charge), herbal foot bath in your room (free of charge), Bamboo dancing, fashion show traditional customes “Footsteps of Heritage” and some drinks at Sky Bar while admiring breathtaking view of the Bay at night and squid fishing. The cruise anchors for your peaceful night stay in a quiet area.Overnight on board

2
Day 02

TRINH NU CAVE - BA TRAI ĐAO BEACH - PEARL FARM06:15: Join a Tai Chi session on the sundeck. 06:30-07:00: Enjoy a light breakfast with tea, coffee, pastries, and fresh fruits. 08:30: A day boat picks up guests for the second day’s journey. 08:45: Visit Trinh Nữ Cave, a legendary site in Halong Bay known for its fascinating love story and breathtaking scenery. 10:30: Continue the journey to Ba Trái Đào (Three Peaches) Beach, a beautiful area with white sandy beaches and turquoise waters. Enjoy free time for swimming, sunbathing, or relaxing on the beach. 12:00: Enjoy lunch on the day boat. 14:00: Visit a Pearl Farm, explore the Exhibition Center & Pearl Museum, and learn about pearl cultivation and processing. 15:30: Return to the Hera Classic Boutique Cruise to continue the journey.Overnight on board

3
Day 03

Halong Bay - Hanoi06:15: Join a Tai Chi session on the sundeck. 06:30-07:00: Enjoy a light breakfast with tea, coffee, pastries, and fresh fruits. 07:30: Visit Hang Luồn, one of the most famous water caves in Halong Bay. Guests can experience the stunning scenery by bamboo boat or kayak, gliding through the tranquil waters surrounded by towering limestone cliffs. 09:30: Return to the cruise for check-out and settle any additional charges (if applicable). 10:00: Enjoy an early buffet lunch at the restaurant on the second deck.11:00: The cruise arrives at the marina, marking the end of the journey.

15:00 - 15:30: Come back to Hanoi Old Quarter, thank you so much and see you again.Not included

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Hanoi. 2 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Lunch
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • 02 nights stay on a 4-star luxury cruise.
  • Pick Up/Drop Off at Hanoi Old Quarter
  • Entrance and sightseeing fees , Kayaking or Rowing Bamboo Boat, Swimming
  • English Speaking Guide onboard

What's Not Included

  • Personal Expenses & Beverages
  • Holiday surcharge & All other services not clearly mentioned above

Know before you go

  • PASSPORT REQUIRED
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • We will pick up all guests at Hanoi Old Quarter, please give us your hotel address to pick up you.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Hanoi.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Hanoi.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Hanoi..

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