Embark on a 3-day heritage cruise tour in the Cat Bay Archipelago. Explore secluded beaches, kayak through lagoons, swim in crystal-clear waters, and cycle through stunning landscapes.
HANOI – HALONG BAY – LAN HA BAY IN CAT BA ARCHIPELAGO
Tuan Chau Island - Hotel pick-up and transfer to Tuan Chau International Marina.
Welcome to Heritage Cruises Lounge for refreshments before boarding for the cruise
Welcome drink, check-in to your suite, lunch is served at L’indochine Restaurant.
Heritage Cruises takes you to contemplate the magnificent sceneries made from the limestone mountains of Lan Ha Bay – Cat Ba Archipelago.
The cruise vessel approaches the Ba Trai Dao(upon the weather), or Tra Bau in Lan Ha Bay, a natural frontier between the provinces of Halong and Haiphong. kayaking or simply swimming in the crystal clear waters of the bay.
Return to Heritage Cruises, enjoy life aboard the vessel or in your suite with a cocktail & watch the sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin.
Afternoon tea and Vietnamese cooking class
21:30 Enjoy evening views of the bay at the bar on the top deck. Try your hand squid fishing. The bars are open until late. Overnight onboard
HA LONG BAY - LAN HA BAY HIDEAWAY
Lan Ha Bay - 06:15 Vovinam on the sundeck, followed by coffee, tea, and pastries.
8:30 Transfer to a speedboat to visit Viet Hai Village. Take a bicycle ride or electric car through a rainforest tunnel that leads to a rice-field vista. Visit a traditional house in a village deep in a national park. Enjoy lunch in the village. Return to the speedboat to visit Lan Ha Bay.
13:30 Visit the Cat Ba Archipelago, cruise through Cai Beo floating village and Ba Trai Dao beaches where you can explore the secret trail and beaches, enclosed by vertical cliffs, or just swim and kayak in the Tra Bau area.
15:30 Return to Heritage Cruises to enjoy cocktails, beer, and fine wine as the sky changes color.
17:30 Enjoy life aboard the vessel or in your suite with a cocktail in hand and watch the sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin. The chef will lead a Vietnamese cooking class
19:30 Enjoy a fine-dining experience in the main restaurant
21:30 Enjoy the bar on the sun deck, or try squid fishing. Overnight onboard.
HALONG BAY – HANOI
Halong Bay - 06:15 Start the day with a session of Vovinam on the sundeck.
06:45 Have a light breakfast on board.
07:15 Head off in a bamboo boat to explore the Dark and Bright Cave to enjoy the sparkling stalactites on the ceiling and feel the soul of the surrounding nature.
9:00 9:30 Return to the boat for checkout
10:00 Enjoy brunch while cruising back to the mainland
11:00 Return to Tuan Chau Marina and disembark for your onward journey.
12:10 While waiting for the pick-up service to your next destination, enjoy the comfort of our lounge
14:00 If you have booked our limousine service, our chauffeur will pick you up to take you to your hotel in Hanoi.
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- Music, bars and art gallery
- Lunch, dinner, and breakfast included
- English-speaking experience manager and cruise director on board
- Vovinam session, games, gym, swimming pool, library
- Service charges and government tax included
- All sightseeing tickets included
- Welcome drink, fresh seasonal fruit, water bottle
- Cookery demonstrations
- Free Wi-Fi
- All cabins with bathtubs & showers, private balcony with full ocean views
- Beach activities: swimming, kayaking, bamboo boating, caving, squid fishing
- Outdoor Lounge, Song Hong Lounge, Pool Bar, Le Tonkin Restaurant & Bar, L’indochine Restaurant & Bar
- Transfer service Hanoi-Halong (round trip): 45USD
- Airfares, visa arrangement
- Personal expenses
The Explorer program by Heritage Cruises is specifically curated for exploration enthusiasts. Embark on adventures beyond the usual trails, engage in kayaking, swimming, and biking. Uncover hidden beaches, lagoons, coves, and caves.
Cruise journeys are all about individual experiences. We ensure your cruise journey is memorable and pleasurable with top-notch food, amicable staff, a captivating itinerary with a variety of optional activities, exceptional service, meticulousness, finesse, and above all, assured safety.
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.