Ha Long bay & Lan Ha bay 2D1N – Elite of the seas 5*

DETAILED ITINERARY:

Day 1: Hanoi – Tuan Chau Marina – Halong Bay – Lan Ha Bay (L,D)

Morning

Picked up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter via new highway. Arrive at Tuan Chau Pier and transferred to Elite of the Seas cruise. Welcomed on board, freshen up with welcome drink and listen to the safety briefing from the captain.

Afternoon

Enjoy lunch in either indoor or outdoor dining area while watching the stunning bay view. You have a chance to witness the chef presenting food directly from your table. Then, check in your cabin and unwind until the cruise drops anchor at Ao Ech Area for kayaking. Visitors can also soak up the cool water or just simply relax on the private balcony of your cabin. Back to the cruise, enjoy Sunset Party with complimentary cocktails demonstration. Otherwise, relaxing in the seasonal pool, playing mini golf, doing exercises in fitness room is available.

Evening

Cooking demonstration with a traditional dish of Vietnam. Enjoy BBQ dinner in the luxurious restaurant. After dinner, you can enjoy board games, movies, spa, or squid fishing.

Day 2: Ha Lan Bay – Tuan Chau Marina – Halong Bay- Hanoi (B,L)

Morning

Early risers cannot miss dawn in the bay and Tai Chi session on the top deck to improve your cardiovascular system. A local light breakfast is ready at 7:00 am while the cruise moves to the next destination. Stop at Dark-Bright Cave, choose kayaking or sitting on the sampan boat to watch the forested mountains and tranquil bay.

9:30 am

Check out time. Enjoy a Vietnamese buffet brunch at the Cirrus Cloud restaurant before disembarking at Tuan Chau Pier at around 12:00. Arrive at your hotel approximately 15:00.

Please note that itineraries may change due to cruising conditions without prior notice. Wi-Fi is available in the restaurant/bar area, but internet connectivity is limited due to the geography of Halong/Lan Ha Bay.

Transport options:

Shuttle bus one way $10 – two way $20

Limo bus one way $15 – two way $30

If you’re traveling alone and would like a private cabin, there is an additional charge of $109