Vietnam · Cruise & Sailing

5-STAR Amanda Cruise Ha Long Bay Explorer - 2 Days 1 Night

2 Days Round trip from Tuan Chau Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Cruise through Ha Long Bay on a 2-day, 1-night itinerary
  • 02 Explore Trinh Nu Cave area with kayaking and beach access
  • 03 Visit Sung Sot Cave, one of the bay’s largest caves
  • 04 Join a sunset party and Vietnamese cooking class on board
  • 05 Start the morning with Tai Chi on the sundeck
  • 06 Stay overnight in a private seaview cabin with bathroom
  • 07 Enjoy included meals during the cruise
  • 08 Relax with bay views, onboard amenities, and evening activities

Spend 2 days cruising through the dramatic limestone seascape of Ha Long Bay aboard Amanda Cruise. This overnight experience combines scenic sailing with time to explore some of the bay’s standout natural attractions, including Trinh Nu Cave and Sung Sot Cave, while enjoying meals and onboard relaxation along the way.

On day one, settle into your cabin, take in the views from the water, and head out for kayaking in the Trinh Nu Cave area. Back on board, enjoy a sunset party, a cooking class featuring traditional Vietnamese steamed rice rolls, and a gala dinner if weather permits. The second day begins with Tai Chi on the sundeck before a visit to Sung Sot Cave, followed by brunch as you cruise back to the marina.

Trinh Nu beach will amaze you with its white sand, emerald water and mild pleasant weather condition.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 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

HALONG BAY- TRINH NU CAVE

07.30-08.00: You will be picked up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter and transferred to Ha Long (For guests who booking Limousine Bus or shuttle bus only).

11:30-12:00 Upon arrival at Tuan Chau International Cruise Port, you will enjoy a warm welcome by our cruise staff in the waiting lounge and complete check-in procedure.

12:00 Upon boarding Amanda Cruise, our crew welcome you with a refreshing drink and cold towel before checking into your cabin. The vessel leaves Tuan Chau Marina, taking you on an exciting journey to discover the beauty of Ha Long Bay. Along the way, you can enjoy the view of some of the most beautiful spots in Ha Long and admire the grandeur of the Bay with thousands of limestone islands while the vessel heads to Trinh Nu Cave.

Enjoy your lunch at our luxurious restaurant on board while the vessel cruises toward Trinh Nu cave.

14.00: You return to your cabin for a short rest and prepare for kayaking activities in Trinh Nu Cave area.

15.00: You will be transferred to Trinh Nu Cave by tender.

Arriving at Trinh Nu Cave area, you will take part in kayaking activitie here. To get to Trinh Nu beach, you need to kayak around thousand-year-old limestone formations and then walk for 5 minutes through Trinh Nu cave. Trinh Nu beach will amaze you with its white sand, emerald water and mild pleasant weather condition.

17.30-18.00 Back on board, you will participate in 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 beautiful sunset. Ha Long Bay is calm during the day, but when the sun goes down, the Bay becomes even more tranquil and peaceful.

You will be instructed to make delicious traditional Vietnamese steamed rice rolls by our chef and then enjoy the rolls made on your own.

17.30-18.30 Happy hour – BUY 2 DRINK GET 1 FOR FREE

19.30 Gala Dinner. Enjoy your dinner on the Sundeck (if the weather is favorable)

20.30 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 wood foot bath in your room (free of charge 01 herbal bag for each cabin) or enjoying music and some drinks at Sky Bar while admiring breathtaking view of the Bay at night and squid fishing.

The cruise ship anchors for your peaceful night stay in quiet area

2
Day 02

SUNG SOT CAVE – HA LONG BAY

06.15: Start your day with Tai Chi class on the sundeck.

06.30-07.00 Enjoy a light breakfast with coffee, tea, cake and fruit.

07.30 Exploring Sung Sot cave. This is one of the largest and most beautiful caves in Ha Long Bay. The cave has some unique rock formations which couldn’t be found anywhere else. The path to the mouth of Sung Sot Cave is under a canopy of leaves. Walking through steep stone steps, tourists may have the feeling of climbing on mountains and experience the excitement as if they are stepping to the sky.

08.30-09.30 Back on board, you can rest in your room, enjoy the herbal foot bath prepared by our crew, sunbathe on the sundeck, take pictures of Ha Long Bay or shop for souvenirs on the boat.

09.30 Check-out time.

Please put your luggage outside your cabin and leave the room key at the reception desk. Our staff will transfer your luggage to the waiting area. While waiting, you can shop for some products of Amanda cruise.

10.00 Enjoy early lunch buffet at the restaurant on the 2nd floor and settle the bills if any.

11.00 Arrival at Tuan Chau Marina. The trip ends.

Thank you for using the service of 5-star Amanda Cruise.

Bus transfer service by the highway from Halong to Hanoi is available for booking in advance.

Arrive at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter at around 15:00 – 16:00, end of unforgettable trip

We look forward to welcoming you again on our cruise.

Good bye and see you on your next trips!

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Tuan Chau 2 cities · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Limousine Bus Transfer Hanoi Halong & Return (TOUR FROM HANOI Only)
  • Private seaview window cabin with bathroom
  • English speaking guide/ Cruise Manager Onboat
  • Entrance fees for sightseeing to Halong Bay, Sung Sot Cave
  • Kayaking/Bamboo Boat, Cooking Class & Tai Chi Morning

What's Not Included

  • Upgrade Balcony Cabin on REQUEST (Pay extra)
  • Other Beverages, Tips and Personal Expenses.
  • Holiday Surcharge

Know before you go

  • INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Cruise itinerary might be changed due to weather and other conditions without prior notice.
  • Swimming or kayaking activity may be not possible due to bad weather. Unused services are not subjected to a refund.
  • Meals on board are served with seafood, Vietnamese and international style. Any special request for food preference, allergies or dietary requirements should be informed at least 2 days before the departure date.
  • Wifi is available in the restaurant/bar area only, internet connectivity is limited due to geography of Halong Bay.
  • 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 07h45 am to 8h15 am.

Logistics

Meeting & route

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

Your 2 days finish where they began, in Tuan Chau.

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