Vietnam · Cruise & Sailing

2 Days/1 Night Halong Bay Tour on Luxury Cruise

2 Days Round trip from Bai Chay Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Overnight luxury cruise through Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay
  • 02 Kayaking and swimming in scenic bay waters
  • 03 Vietnamese cooking class and sunset party onboard
  • 04 Morning Tai Chi session on the sundeck
  • 05 Visit the Dark & Bright Cave area
  • 06 Seafood and Vietnamese meals included on board

Spend two days cruising through the dramatic seascapes of Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay on a luxury overnight cruise from Hanoi. With accommodation, meals, and onboard activities arranged for you, this experience offers an easy way to enjoy the bay’s limestone islets, calm waters, and scenic viewpoints.

Along the way, enjoy a mix of relaxation and adventure with kayaking, swimming, a sunset party, a Vietnamese cooking class, and a morning Tai Chi session on deck. You’ll also visit the Dark & Bright Cave area and take in the atmosphere of the bay from the comfort of the cruise.

Spend two days cruising through the dramatic seascapes of Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay on a luxury overnight cruise from Hanoi.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

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

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Hanoi – Halong Bay – Lan Ha Bay (L/D)08.00: Pick up from the Hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter or Opera Theatre House.11.30 - 11.45:Arrive to Vina Cruise 28 Tuan Chau. 12.00 - 12.15: Transfer to Rosa Cruise. 12.30 - 12.45: Welcome to Rosa Cruise and enjoy a welcome drink, Meet the captain, and crew to get a brief introduction to the cruise and safety guidelines.13.00 - 14.00: Enjoy Vietnamese seafood and vegetarian lunch, while cruising in the magnificent Halong Bay, admiring the fascinating rock formations in the bay. Check-in your cabin.

14.00 - 15.00: Continue cruising through Con Vit islet (Duck Islet), Thumb islet, and Gia Luan harbor.

15.00 - 16.00: Discover Lagoon natural area belonged to Lan Ha bay.16.00 - 16.30 : Drop anchor for swimming or just simply sunbathe on our cruise (private, wild, and fresh air).16.30 - 17.30: Arrive to Tra Bau area. You will do Kayaking under our tour guide’s instructions in so many beautiful spots,17.30: Come back to Rosa Cruise and participate in our sunset party. Take photos and relax. 18.30: Join cooking class guided directly by Chef of Rosa Cruise. You have chance to practice Vietnamese traditional dishes such as spring roll or famous cuisine of Vietnam. 19.00: Time for dinner enjoying special seafood and Vietnamese typical food on cruise with BBQ food. 21.00: Evening entertainments: play game on the cruise (card games, chess, karaoke, squid fishing, relaxing with massage service and overnight on the Rosa Cruise).Overnight on board

2
Day 02

Lan Ha Bay - Dark & Bright cave - Hanoi06.30: Early morning sun risers and you can enjoy Taichi lesson on the sundeck. 07.00 - 07.30: Have breakfast while cruising on the beautiful bay.08.00 - 10.00: Mingle yourself in the stunning views of the Bay and its dramatic limestone islets as we sail through the calm emerald waters heading to Dark & Bright Cave. Take your option either exploring the cave yourself on a kayak or comfortably on a local bamboo boat rowed by the locals.10.00: Enjoy the brunch on the cruise with Vietnamese cuisine. 10.45:You will be transferred by tender to Tuan Chau harbour.14.30: You arrive in Hanoi. Rosa Cruise Crew says goodbye to you and the trip ends.BrunchNot included

The route

Where you'll travel

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

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Lunch
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Free birthday cake, decor honeymoon, anniversary,...
  • Entrance fees, sightseeing fee and Insurance on-board
  • Jacuzzi, kayaking, fishing equipment,...
  • Luxury accommodation with private balcony
  • Cooking class + Sunrise Taichi Class
  • Welcome drink, bottle of water (2 bottles/guest)
  • Afternoon tea (fresh fruits, tea, snack,...)
  • English speaking guide on cruise

What's Not Included

  • Other personal expenses
  • Drinks in minibar & restaurant (from $10)
  • Tips for tour guide and driver
  • All services and items are not mentioned
  • Transfer from Hanoi to Halong Bay and back ($30/p)

Know before you go

  • INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
  • PASSPORT REQUIRED
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not recommended for people with heart conditions
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Opposite the Opera House, at the intersection of Hai Ba Trung Street and Le Thanh Tong Street.

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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