Vietnam · Cruise & Sailing

Scarlet Pearl Cruise The Pearl of Halong Wonder (2days/1night)

2 Days Round trip from Bai Chay Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Overnight cruise through Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay
  • 02 Stay in a luxury cabin with private seaview balcony
  • 03 Visit Viet Hai Village on Cat Ba Island by bike or electric car
  • 04 Explore Dark & Bright Cave by kayak or local bamboo boat
  • 05 Enjoy onboard yoga, a cocktail demonstration, and sunset views
  • 06 Lunch, dinner, breakfast, and brunch served during the cruise

Discover the beauty of Halong Bay and the quieter landscapes of Lan Ha Bay on this 2-day overnight cruise aboard the Scarlet Pearl. This journey combines scenic sailing, comfortable onboard accommodation, and cultural experiences, with time to relax as limestone islands and emerald waters unfold around you.

Along the way, enjoy activities such as visiting Viet Hai Village on Cat Ba Island by bike or electric car, exploring Dark & Bright Cave by kayak or local bamboo boat, and taking part in onboard moments including yoga, a cocktail demonstration, and meals served while cruising. With a private seaview balcony cabin and a thoughtfully planned itinerary, this cruise offers a memorable short escape in northern Vietnam.

Discover the beauty of Halong Bay and the quieter landscapes of Lan Ha Bay on this 2-day overnight cruise aboard the Scarlet Pearl.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Halong, Hanoi, Cát Bà Island
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Hanoi -Ha Long -Overnight on Cruise ( Lunch/ Dinner)

08:00 - 08:30: Our limousine will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter.

11:00: Arrive at the Scarlet Pearl check-in area at Halong International Cruise Port - where we will complete the check-in process and other procedures. Direct to Scarlet Pearl Cruise. Welcome aboard! Enjoy a welcome drink during the cruise briefing, including safety instructions, before check-in to your cabin. A splendid lunch is served at Tahiti Restaurant while cruising into the primitive Lan Ha Bay. The bay has hundreds of small and large islands, making it an enormous, wonderful scene to look at while dining.

We reach the landing spot of Viet Hai Village on Cat Ba Island where we will hop on bikes (electric car available) for an active tour along small paved roads towards a village nestled in a valley. Meet and greet local inhabitants doing their daily work, see their homes and the village school.

Return to Scarlet Pearl Cruises to relax and admire the sunset on our sundeck. Our talented bartender will show you how to become a bartender! You then can make a special cocktail for a special family event after the course. It is time to enjoy your dinner, as well as a special culture exchange on the restaurant stage between guests, who come from all over the world, and the Vietnamese host.

2
Day 02

Lan Ha Bay -Ha Noi ( Breakfast/ Lunch )

06:00 – 06:30 : Begin your new day with a Yoga session, taking photos, or enjoy the sunrise from your cabin window. Enjoy a light breakfast in the delighted and peaceful beauty of the bay Visit Dark & Bright Cave which is the perfect destination for our excursion, a serene round lake encompassed by rich trees and high stone walls. Take your pick either exploring the cave by yourself in a kayak or comfortably on local bamboo boat rowed by the locals. 09:00 – 09:45 : Return to Scarlet Pearl Cruises, pack your luggage and check-out of your cabin while cruising towards the port. Enjoy an extraordinary brunch on board and then disembark at Halong International Cruise Port. Our luxury limousine car will transfer you back to Hanoi. 14:30 – 15:00 :Arrive back to your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Bai Chay 3 cities · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Limousine Transfer Hannoi to Halong & Return (Option from HANOI only)
  • English Speaking Guide/Cruise Manager onboard
  • Silver Pearl Cabin with A/C, Private Seaview Balcony
  • Kayaking or Rowing Boat , Photo Hunting & Relaxing
  • Entrance fees for sightseeing as program

What's Not Included

  • Beverages, Personal Expenses & Tips
  • Surcharge for Holiday

Know before you go

  • INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Ticket provides direct entry
  • FOR GUESTS BOOK TRANSFER FROM HANOI ONLY: We will pick up the guests at hotels in Old Quarter Area or Hanoi Opera House if outside between 08h00 am to 8h30 am.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Bai Chay, VN
Tour start
Bai Chay, VN
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 2 days finish where they began, in Bai Chay.

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