INDOCHINE GRAND CRUISE (2 DAYS 1 NIGHT & 3 DAYS 2 NIGHTS) HALONG BAY & LAN HA BAY

Overview

Indochine Grand Cruise offers an overnight cruising experience through Lan Ha Bay and Ha Long Bay, combining scenic cruising with visits to natural attractions and local destinations. The itineraries include activities such as kayaking or bamboo sampan rowing at Dark & Bright Cave, swimming in the bay, Tai Chi, cooking demonstrations, squid fishing, and, for the 3-day 2-night program, a visit to Viet Hai Village on Cat Ba Island.

INDOCHINE GRAND CRUISE 2 DAYS 1 NIGHT

DAY 1: TUAN CHAU PORT – LAN HA BAY – DARK & BRIGHT CAVE

08:00 – 08:30 | Hotel Pickup – Hanoi Old Quarter

Pick up at your hotel in Hanoi the Old Quarter

11:45 - 12:00 | Boarding & Cruise Briefing

Board the cruise at Tuan Chau Port. Enjoy a welcome drink, receive the cruise briefing and safety instructions.

13:00 - 14:00 | Buffet Lunch on board

Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch at the restaurant while sailing past the stunning islands of Lan Ha Bay.

14:00 | Cruise through Lan Ha Bay

Cruise through Lan Ha Bay, passing famous landmarks.

15:45 | Dark & Bright Cave – Kayaking or Bamboo Sampan

Visit Dark & Bright Cave, also known as Bat Cave, grotto is not only known for the stunning limestone structure at every turn but also for the interesting natural habitat. Explore the grotto by kayaking or bamboo sampan driven by local people through the tunnel, while enjoying the quiet and natural surroundings.

16:45 | Swimming in the Bay

Return to the cruise and enjoy swimming in the bay.

17:15 | Cruise to Overnight Anchorage

Depart and cruise for about 30 minutes to anchor overnight.

17:30 - 18:00 | Sunset on the Sundeck

Relax on the sundeck with sunset views while enjoying freshly made savory and vegetarian bruschetta bites as a light pre-dinner refreshment.

18:15 | Cooking Demonstration

Join the Head Chef for a cooking demonstration and learn to create and beautifully present traditional Vietnamese dishes, gaining insight into our unique artistry and techniques.

19:15 | Dinner on board

20:30 | Evening Activities

Enjoy board games such as cards or Parcheesi. Guests can also try squid fishing on the boat with assistance from the crew.

DAY 2: TRUNG TRANG CAVE – LAN HA BAY – TUAN CHAU PORT

06:00 | Light Breakfast on board

Coffee, tea and breakfast pastries are served in the dining room.

06:30 | Tai Chi session

Enjoy a Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck.

07:15 | Visit Trung Trang Cave

Visit Trung Trang Cave on Cat Ba Island.

09:00 | Freshen Up, Pack & Check Out

Return to the room to freshen up, finish packing and check out. Large luggage should be left outside for staff transfer to the speedboat.

09:30 | Brunch on board

Enjoy brunch in the restaurant. Bills are settled after brunch. Relax on the sundeck or in the restaurant while enjoying the bay scenery as the cruise approaches the pier.

10:20 - 10:30 | Speedboat Transfer

Board a speedboat for a rapid transfer back to Tuan Chau.

11:00 | Arrive at Tuan Chau Port

Arrive at Tuan Chau Port and relax inside the pier building while waiting for return transportation.

15:00 | Hotel Drop off

The bus drops you off at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter.

INDOCHINE GRAND CRUISE 3 DAYS 2 NIGHTS

DAY 1: TUAN CHAU PORT – LAN HA BAY – DARK & BRIGHT CAVE

08:00 – 08:30 | Hotel Pickup – Hanoi Old Quarter

Pick up at your hotel in Hanoi the Old Quarter

11:45 - 12:00 | Boarding & Cruise Briefing

Board the cruise at Tuan Chau Port. Enjoy a welcome drink, receive the cruise briefing and safety instructions.

13:00 - 14:00 | Buffet Lunch on board

Enjoy a buffet lunch at the restaurant while sailing past the stunning islands of Lan Ha Bay.

14:30 | Cruise through Lan Ha Bay

Cruise through Lan Ha Bay, passing famous landmarks.

15:45 | Dark & Bright Cave – Kayaking or Bamboo Sampan

Visit Dark & Bright Cave, also known as Bat Cave. Explore the grotto by kayaking or bamboo sampan driven by local people through the tunnel.

16:45 | Swimming in the Bay

Return to the cruise and enjoy swimming in the bay.

17:15 | Cruise to Overnight Anchorage

Depart and cruise for about 30 minutes to anchor overnight.

17:30 - 18:00 | Sunset on the Sundeck

Relax on the sundeck with sunset views while enjoying freshly made savory and vegetarian bruschetta bites.

18:15 | Cooking Demonstration

Join the Head Chef for a cooking demonstration featuring traditional Vietnamese dishes.

19:15 | Dinner on board

Savor dinner prepared by the culinary team.

20:30 | Evening Activities

Relax with board games, try squid fishing, or simply unwind under the night sky.

DAY 2: VIET HAI VILLAGE – LAN HA BAY – OVERNIGHT ANCHORAGE

06:30 | Tai Chi session

Enjoy a Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck.

07:15 | Breakfast on board

Enjoy breakfast in the restaurant.

08:30 | Viet Hai Village Excursion

Transfer from Indochine Grand Cruise to a local boutique day boat for a traditional Vietnamese voyage to Viet Hai Village. Walk around the village and see the residents’ rustic homes. Continue by bicycle or electric van along village paths to experience the landscape of Cat Ba Island and the local fishermen’s way of life.

12:30 | Lunch on the Local Boat

Enjoy a fresh, authentic lunch aboard the local boat.

13:00 | Cruise through Lan Ha Bay

Cruise through Lan Ha Bay, passing famous landmarks.

17:00 | Return to Indochine Grand Cruise

Rejoin the cruise and relax onboard as the cruise sails to the overnight anchorage.

18:15 | Cooking Demonstration

Join the Head Chef for a cooking demonstration and learn to create and beautifully present traditional Vietnamese dishes.

19:15 | Dinner on board

Dinner is served at the restaurant.

20:30 | Evening Activities

Relax with board games, try squid fishing, or simply unwind under the night sky.

DAY 3: TRUNG TRANG CAVE – LAN HA BAY – TUAN CHAU PORT

06:00 | Light Breakfast on board

Coffee, tea and breakfast pastries are served in the dining room.

06:30 | Tai Chi session

Enjoy a Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck.

07:15 | Trung Trang Cave

Visit Trung Trang Cave on Cat Ba Island.

09:00 | Freshen Up & Pack

Guests have time to freshen up and finish packing. Collect all belongings from the cabins and leave heavy luggage outside the cabins.

09:30 | Brunch on board

Enjoy brunch in the restaurant. Bills are settled after brunch. Relax on the sundeck or in the restaurant while enjoying the bay scenery as the cruise approaches the pier.

10:20 - 10:30 | Speedboat Transfer

Board a speedboat for a rapid transfer back to Tuan Chau.

11:00 | Arrive at Tuan Chau Port

Arrive at Tuan Chau Port and relax inside the pier building while waiting for return transportation.

15:00 | Hotel Drop off

The bus drops you off at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter.

PRICE & INCLUSIONS

PRICE FROM USD 220+ PER PERSON

What Is Included

Round trip transfer Hanoi – Halong - Hanoi
1-night luxury accommodation
Welcome drink & complimentary in-room snacks
2-day curated Ha Long Bay cruise itinerary & program
Kayaking or bamboo boat rowing
Morning Tai Chi session & afternoon cooking demonstration
Professional in-house English-speaking guide
All meals on board as per itinerary
Complimentary daily bottled water
Access to public facilities onboard
Complimentary Wi-Fi internet access
Entrance fees and sightseeing tickets

IMPORTANT NOTES

The itinerary is subject to change due to prevailing weather conditions or changes in regulations by governing bodies.
The 2D1N and 3D2N programs follow different schedules, particularly on Day 2 of the 3D2N itinerary, which includes the Viet Hai Village excursion.

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