DAY 1: HANOI – HALONG BAY – LUON CAVE – TITOP (L,D)
08:00 – 08:30 | Hotel Pickup – Hanoi Old Quarter
Pick up at your hotel in Hanoi the Old Quarter
11:30 – 12:00 | Check in
Complete check-in procedures at the Grand Pioneers Cruise waiting lounge at Tuan Chau International Cruise Port.
12:15 – 12:45 | Welcome to Grand Pioneer cruise
Guests will be transferred from the lounge to the cruise by high-speed tenders
Enjoy welcome drink from crew member while manager introduce the safety briefing and clearing our itinerary
12:45 - 14:00 | Lunch on boat
Buffet Lunch is served at our cozy restaurant. As the cruise departs towards Ha Long Bay - a natural wonder of the world, absorb yourself in the gorgeous scenery & famous sights of limestone.
15:30 - 17:00 | Exploring Sung Sot Cave
Tenders and the Grand Pioneers staff will take you to visit Sung Sot Cave - one of the most beautiful caves in Ha Long Bay, discovered by French explorers in 1901.
15:45 – 18:45 | Sunset Canapés at Sky Bar
Return to the cruise and enjoy the Bay sunset while enjoying Canape party, cooking class and exploring special cocktails with Happy Hour promotion. *Beverages are not included in the package and will be charged separately
19:00 | Bayfront Dining Journey
Savor dinner at the restaurant with a meticulously prepared menu, combining unique flavors and culinary sophistication in every dish
21:00 | Evening Leisure & Onboard Delights
Guests are free to relax, participate in squid fishing, or enjoy other onboard services such as the Spa, karaoke, or games in the entertainment room.
DAY 2: HALONG BAY - BAI TU LONG BAY (B,L,D)
07:30 | Light Morning Delight
Welcome the sunrise over the bay and enjoy breakfast at the restaurant
8:15-8:30 | Transfer to Explora by Grand Pioneers
Welcome aboard Explora by Grand Pioneers and begin the journey to Bai Tu Long Bay.
8:30 - 10:00 | Explore Dau Nguoi Islet, Yen Ngua Islet - Dragon Islet - Con Voi Islet
Depart from Titov Island. The cruise will take you past Human Head Islet (Hon Dau Nguoi), Yen Ngua Islet, Dragon Islet, and Duck Islet (Hon Con Vit) while you admire the heritage landscape of Bai Tu Long Bay.
10:00 - 10:45 | Visit Thien Canh Son Cave
The cruise stops at the Thien Canh Son Cave area. Guests participate in outdoor activities such as visiting Thien Canh Son Cave - a small, pristine cave part of an ancient underground cave system located on Hon Co Island. Afterward, continue the experience with kayaking and relaxing on the beach.
11:45 - 12:00 | Lunch on board
Return to Explora by Grand Pioneers. Guests will enjoy lunch as the cruise continues deeper into Bai Tu Long Bay and Cong Do. Relax and unwind amidst the heritage scenery.
13:30 - 14:00 | Thay Cave - Con Vit Islet
The cruise moves through the Thay Cave area, Duck Islet, and arrives at Vung Vieng Fishing Village. Relax onboard as the cruise continues past Thay Cave and Non Islet, then explore Vung Vieng Floating Village by bamboo boat and visit local aquaculture farms
14:00 - 15:00 | Vung Vieng Floating Village
Guests may choose to explore Vung Vieng Fishing Village, Vong Cave, and the local aquaculture farm by bamboo boat or kayak.
15:00 - 16:00 | Thung Cave - Trong Cave - Trinh Nu Cave
Return to the Explora cruise, continuing the journey through Thung Cave, Trong Cave, and Trinh Nu Cave. Back on the Grand Pioneers cruise, continue the voyage and enjoy onboard experiences.
19:00 - 21:00 | Bayfront Dining Journey
Savour a dinner featuring diverse culinary flavours, masterfully prepared by our talented chef.
21:00 | Indulging in Leisure
Enjoy the bay at night and discover various entertainment activities and services on the cruise.
DAY 3: HALONG BAY – LUON CAVE – HANOI (B,L)
6:30 - 07:30 | Light Morning Delight
Welcome the sunrise over the bay and enjoy breakfast at the restaurant
07:30-8:45 | Luon Cave excursion
Explore Sung Sot Cave – the biggest and most stunning cave in Halong Bay
9:00 - 9:30 | Cabin Check out
Guests return to the cruise, relax, complete the check-out procedure, and settle any onboard expenses at the Reception desk .
09:30 - 10:15 | Brunch Buffet on boat
Enjoy a delicious brunch served in the restaurant
10:45 – 11:30 | Disembark - Back to Grand Pioneers Waiting Lounge
Back to the port. Farewell and disembar
Get on the bus back to Hanoi. Arrive at approximately 14:30-14:45
15:00 | Hotel Drop off
The bus drops you off at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter.
NOTE: THE 4 DAYS 3 NIGHTS ITINERARY IS AVAILABLE. PLEASE CONTACT WITH OUR SALES TEAM FOR FURTHER INFORMATION & DETAILED ITINERARY
