Ha Long Bay 2-Day Cruise

1. Day 1: Ha Long Bay Cruise – Sung Sot Cave, Titop Island & Sunset Activities

   08:00 | Hotel Pickup in Hanoi: Your English-speaking tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. Begin your scenic journey toward Ha Long Bay, one of Vietnam's most spectacular natural destinations.

   08:45 | Departure for Ha Long Bay: Complete the hotel pickup arrangements and depart for Ha Long Bay by shuttle bus, traveling along the expressway.

   10:15 | Rest Stop: Enjoy a short 20-minute break along the journey before continuing to the coast.

   12:00 | Arrival at Tuan Chau Harbor: Arrive at Tuan Chau Harbor and prepare to board your overnight cruise.

   12:30 | Cruise Boarding & Cabin Check-In

   • Receive a refreshing welcome drink as you board the cruise.
   • Listen to a brief introduction to the cruise program and important onboard safety guidelines.
   • Check into your comfortable air-conditioned cabin and prepare for an unforgettable overnight journey through Ha Long Bay.

   13:00 | Vietnamese Lunch & Scenic Ha Long Bay Cruise

   • Enjoy a delicious lunch featuring traditional Vietnamese dishes while the cruise sails through the magnificent landscapes of Ha Long Bay.
   • Admire the fascinating limestone islands, dramatic rock formations, and picturesque scenery rising from the emerald waters.
   • Relax onboard and appreciate the peaceful beauty of the bay during your scenic cruise.

   15:00 | Sung Sot Cave Exploration

   • Visit Sung Sot Cave (Surprising Cave), one of the most famous natural attractions in Ha Long Bay.
   • Discover the cave's impressive underground chambers, remarkable stalactites, and fascinating limestone formations.
   • Admire the extraordinary natural scenery and capture memorable photographs inside the cave.

   16:00 | Titop Island – Swimming & Panoramic Views

   • Continue to Titop Island (Ti Top Island), a beautiful island known for its sandy beach and spectacular viewpoint.
   • Climb toward the island's viewpoint for breathtaking panoramic views of Ha Long Bay and its surrounding limestone islands.
   • Alternatively, enjoy swimming and relaxing on the island's sandy beach.
   • Take memorable photographs of the spectacular natural landscapes.

   17:30 | Return to Cruise & Sunset Relaxation

   • Return to the cruise and freshen up in your cabin.
   • Relax on the sundeck in comfortable lounge chairs while admiring the beautiful sunset over Ha Long Bay.
   • Enjoy the peaceful evening atmosphere, read a book, or relax with a drink while watching the changing colors of the bay.

   18:00 | Sunset Party & Vietnamese Cooking Class

   • Join the onboard Sunset Party and enjoy the magical evening atmosphere of Ha Long Bay.
   • Participate in a traditional Vietnamese cooking class and learn how to prepare fresh Vietnamese noodle rolls.
   • Enjoy tasting the food you have prepared during the cooking experience.

   19:00 | Barbecue Dinner: Enjoy a delicious barbecue dinner onboard while admiring the romantic nighttime scenery of Ha Long Bay through the cruise's sea-view windows.

   20:30 | Traditional Herbal Foot Bath: Relax with a natural herbal foot bath provided onboard after dinner.

   21:00 | Evening Entertainment

   • Try traditional squid fishing using the fishing equipment provided onboard.
   • Enjoy karaoke or other available evening entertainment activities.
   • Alternatively, relax on the sundeck and appreciate the peaceful nighttime atmosphere of the bay.

   Overnight | Ha Long Bay Cruise: Spend the night onboard in your comfortable air-conditioned cabin, surrounded by the beautiful natural scenery of Ha Long Bay.

2. Day 2: Ha Long Bay Sunrise, Pearl Farm & Kayaking Experience

   06:00 | Sunrise on Ha Long Bay: Wake up early and enjoy the peaceful morning atmosphere of Ha Long Bay. Admire the spectacular sunrise from the cruise's sundeck as the first sunlight illuminates the surrounding limestone islands.

   07:00 | Buffet Breakfast: Enjoy a delicious buffet breakfast onboard while admiring the beautiful morning scenery of the bay. Tea, coffee, and fruit juice are provided during breakfast.

   07:45 | Ha Long Bay Pearl Farm

   • Visit a Ha Long Bay Pearl Farm to discover the fascinating process of pearl cultivation.
   • Learn about the techniques used to grow and harvest pearls and the time required to produce these beautiful natural treasures.
   • Discover the importance of pearl farming in the local maritime economy.

   08:30 | Kayaking Adventure

   • Enjoy an exciting kayaking experience through the beautiful waters of Ha Long Bay.
   • Paddle through the calm surroundings and admire the spectacular limestone formations from a different perspective.
   • Experience the peaceful natural environment while exploring the bay at your own pace within the designated kayaking area.

   09:30 | Cabin Check-Out & Scenic Cruising

   • Return to the cruise and complete the cabin check-out procedures.
   • Continue enjoying the magnificent scenery as the cruise sails through Ha Long Bay.
   • Relax on the sundeck and capture final photographs of the extraordinary limestone landscapes.

   10:45 | Lunch During Return Cruise: Enjoy a delicious Vietnamese lunch onboard while cruising back toward Tuan Chau Harbor.

   12:00 | Disembarkation at Tuan Chau Harbor: Arrive at the harbor and say goodbye to the cruise crew. Complete your overnight cruise experience and board the shuttle bus for the return journey to Hanoi along the expressway.

   14:15 | Rest Stop: Enjoy a short break along the return journey before continuing to Hanoi.

   15:30 | Arrival in Hanoi: Arrive at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. End of the memorable 2-day, 1-night Ha Long Bay cruise experience.

Important information

• Tour price includes

  Included

  • Round-trip shuttle bus transportation between Hanoi and Ha Long Bay via the expressway.
  • One-night accommodation onboard the Ha Long Bay cruise in an air-conditioned cabin.
  • Wi-Fi onboard the cruise.
  • Entrance fees to attractions included in the itinerary.
  • Professional English-speaking tour guide.
  • Onboard insurance as specified in the program.
  • Visit to Ha Long Bay Pearl Farm.
  • Kayaking experience.
  • Fishing equipment for onboard activities.
  • Natural herbal foot bath experience.
  • Two set-menu lunches onboard (Day 1 and Day 2).
  • One buffet breakfast onboard (Day 2).
  • One barbecue dinner onboard (Day 1).
  • Sunset Party and Vietnamese cooking class.
  • Tea, coffee, and fruit juice during breakfast.
  • Welcome drink upon boarding.
  • Bottled water per person on the shuttle bus and cruise, as specified in the program.

  Not Included

  • Additional beverages not specifically included in the program.
  • Tips and gratuities for the tour guide, cruise crew, and driver.
  • Personal expenses.
  • Other services and items not specifically mentioned in the inclusions.
  • Holiday surcharges.
  • Single-room surcharge: 650,000 VND.
  • Second-floor cabin surcharge: 150,000 VND per person.
• Good to know

  Tour Information

  • Tour duration: 2 days and 1 night.
  • Accommodation: One night onboard a Ha Long Bay cruise.
  • Departure location: Hanoi Old Quarter.
  • Day 1 hotel pickup time: 08:00.
  • Day 1 shuttle bus departure: 08:45.
  • Day 1 cruise boarding and cabin check-in: 12:30.
  • Day 2 cruise disembarkation: 12:00.
  • Day 2 hotel drop-off time according to the detailed itinerary: 15:30.
  • The original document also lists 21:30 as the return time in its general information section. The correct ending time requires confirmation.
  • Round-trip transportation between Hanoi and Ha Long Bay is provided by shuttle bus along the expressway.
  • The itinerary features sightseeing at Sung Sot Cave and Titop Island, a pearl farm visit, and kayaking.

  Cruise Accommodation & Cabin Information

  • One-night accommodation in an air-conditioned cruise cabin is included.
  • The stated base price applies to a cabin on the first floor.
  • A second-floor cabin requires an additional charge of 150,000 VND per person.
  • A single-room surcharge of 650,000 VND applies.
  • The original document does not specify the cruise vessel's commercial name or cabin category beyond the floor arrangement.

  Meals & Beverages

  • Day 1: One Vietnamese set-menu lunch and one barbecue dinner.
  • Day 2: One buffet breakfast and one set-menu lunch.
  • Total included meals: Two lunches, one breakfast, and one dinner.
  • Welcome drink is provided upon boarding.
  • Tea, coffee, and fruit juice are included during breakfast.
  • Additional beverages are excluded unless specifically included in the program.

  Onboard Activities

  • Day 1 activities include Sung Sot Cave sightseeing, Titop Island, a Sunset Party, a Vietnamese cooking class, a natural herbal foot bath, and optional evening entertainment such as squid fishing and karaoke.
  • Day 2 activities include sunrise viewing, a pearl farm visit, and kayaking.
  • Fishing equipment is included.
  • Wi-Fi is available onboard according to the original program.

  Children Policy

  • Children aged 3 and under: Free of charge. Parents are responsible for their care, meals, and any applicable entrance fees.
  • Only one child under 3 years old is permitted free of charge for every two accompanying adults. The second child and each additional child are charged 50% of the tour price.
  • Children aged 4–9 years old: 75% of the adult tour price. Separate meals are provided, children may share accommodation with their parents, and sightseeing tickets are included.
  • Children aged 10 and above: Adult tour price applies.

  Surcharges & Additional Information

  • Base tour price stated in the original document: 3,090,000 VND per person for a first-floor cabin.
  • Second-floor cabin surcharge: 150,000 VND per person.
  • Single-room surcharge: 650,000 VND.
  • Holiday surcharges apply, but the original document does not specify the amount.
  • The children's policy contains inconsistent wording between children aged 3 and under and children under 3 regarding complimentary places.
  • The original document does not specify a cancellation policy.