4* VERDURE LOTUS CRUISESHA LONG BAY – LAN HA BAY2 DAYS, 1 NIGHT

DAY 1: HA LONG BAY – LAN HA BAY (KAYAKING/SWIMMING)

08:00 AM Pick up from hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter or Hanoi Opera House (if you booked our transfer service).

11:30 AM – 12:00 PM Arrive at Tuan Chau Harbor.

12:00 PM Transfer to the main boat by tender and embark on the cruise. Warmly welcomed onboard! Enjoy a welcome drink while our cruise manager delivers a briefing and safety introduction. Afterward, check in to your cabin.

01:00 PM Enjoy a fabulous lunch while the cruise sets sail into the magnificent Ha Long Bay – an extension of Ha Long Wonder. This quieter area has fewer tourists. Pass famous landmarks such as Finger Islet, Candle Islet, and thousands of uniquely shaped limestone towers and islands.

03:30 PM Join the kayaking experience to explore the Tra Bau floating village area or enjoy swimming.

05:00 PM – 06:30 PM Return to the cruise and participate in a cooking class. Take photos and relax with “Happy Hour” – special promotions on drinks at the bar.

07:00 PM Enjoy a delicious local dinner prepared and served by our wonderful onboard catering staff. The night view of Lan Ha Bay is incredible.

09:00 PM After dinner, participate in the squid fishing program, relax on the sundeck, and enjoy the peaceful night atmosphere of the bay.

DAY 2: VIET HAI VILLAGE – CAT BA ISLAND

06:00 AM – 06:30 AM Practice Tai Chi on the sundeck while admiring the sunrise.

06:30 AM The cruise continues past amazing karst towers. Tea, coffee, and a light breakfast are served in the fresh air and peaceful surroundings.

08:30 AM Discover Cat Ba Island and Lan Ha Bay on a hidden route.

You will be transferred to a day tour cruise to explore further into Lan Ha Bay. Begin your journey to Viet Hai Village – a peaceful village with stunning scenery. Ride a bike through vast rice fields, stop to visit an old house made from straw, mud, and bamboo, and learn about the daily lives of local people.

12:00 PM Return to the day tour cruise. A delicious lunch with a variety of dishes will be served at the restaurant.

02:00 PM The cruise takes you to the pristine Ba Trai Dao Beach. This is the most beautiful beach in Lan Ha Bay, featuring white sand, clear waters, and a quiet atmosphere. Enjoy free time for swimming.

04:30 PM Return to the main cruise. Watch the sunset over Lan Ha Bay while listening to music and sipping a cocktail.

05:30 PM – 06:00 PM Participate in a second cooking class, take photos, and enjoy “Happy Hour” with special drink promotions.

07:00 PM Enjoy dinner at the onboard restaurant.

08:30 PM Experience the nightlife of Ha Long Bay from the deck. Immerse yourself in music, enjoy a cocktail from the bar, sing karaoke, or simply relax. Alternatively, you can join the crew for squid fishing or relax in your cabin while admiring the bay from your balcony.

DAY 3: LAN HA BAY – HA LONG BAY – HANOI

06:00 AM Practice Tai Chi on the sundeck while watching the sunrise.

06:15 AM – 07:00 AM Enjoy tea, coffee, and a light breakfast in the fresh morning air.

07:00 AM Visit the Dark and Bright Cave – known for its pristine natural beauty and poetic seascape. Take photos of the breathtaking scenery. You can choose between a bamboo boat ride or kayaking to explore the caves and admire the stunning limestone formations and the blue sky of Lan Ha Bay.

09:30 AM Return to your cabin, relax, and carefully check your belongings before departure.

10:00 AM Check out from your private cabin and enjoy a final scenic cruise through the bay. A farewell lunch will be served at the restaurant as the cruise returns to the harbor.

11:00 AM Transfer back to Tuan Chau Harbor by tender.

11:30 AM – 12:00 PM Car transfer service via the highway from Ha Long to Hanoi (available for advance booking).

03:00 PM – 03:30 PM Arrive at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. End of the trip!

Special Notes:

• The itinerary may change due to weather conditions, tides, or other unforeseen circumstances. Timing is not absolutely fixed.