Halong is very famous, but is overcrowded in recent year. And now, a new ‘’passage of dragon’’ has been created to fulfill the enjoyment in the wonder by visiting both of Halong and Lan Ha Bay, a mysterious paradise of Tonkin gulf. Very unique itineraries and new attractions would be made to get the different journeys.

All that not only bring a perfect leisure feeling but also help visitors seemly touch the hand to beauty of nature…All promise to bring a never-forgotten experience. Enjoy your trip with Halong bay luxury cruises.

HIGHLIGHTS OF ITINERARY

• Visit Halong bay, Lan Ha bay and Cat ba island in the same journey
• Discover new hidden area of Tonkin Gulf with many outdoor activities
• Go Kayaking/rowing sampan in Dark-Light cave, one the most beautiful water cave on the Bay
• Discover and integrate in the life of fishermen in a fishing house on the bay (exclusive)
• Discover a local valley Viet Hai village by biking, visit local lifestyle, school…Immerse to the nature by free time on beach, sea…for kayaking, swimming…

SENA CRUISES 3 DAYS 2 NIGHTS

( Ha Long Bay – Lan Ha Bay)

Lan Ha Bay is also called “Kayaking Paradise”. It has about 400 of the karst formations standing proudly in the clear blue waters, offering tourists a different view from every angle. This part of the main bay is particularly less touristy, less inhabited, cleaner, and just as beautiful as Halong Bay itself.

DAY 1:  HANOI – HA LONG BAY – LAN HA BAY

08:00 – 08:30 | Pick-up

For those who book transfer service, our bus will collect guests from hotels around Hanoi Old Quarter.

11:30 – 12:00 | Arrive Tuan Chau Harbor

12:00 – 12:30 | Transfer to the main boat by tender. Embark on Sena Cruise

Warmly welcome to Sena Cruise! While enjoying a welcome drink, our cruise manager will deliver a cruise briefing and safety introduction. After that you will check in your cabin.

13:00 – 13:30 | Enjoy fabulous lunch

Fabulous lunch is served while Sena Cruise – Luxury Boutique Cruise starts her sail into magnificent Lan Ha Bay – an extension of Halong Wonder which is much quieter and has fewer tourists. She will pass the famous Finger Islet, Candle Islet and thousands of uniquely shaped limestone towers and islands.

15:00 | Explore Lan Ha Bay

Option 1: We will visit the Dark and Bright Cave – famous for the pristine natural beauty and poetic, attractive seascape of Lan Ha Bay. Here you will take some photos of the romantic, lyrical local see-sights. This is also the best time for tourists to enjoy bamboo boats or swimming – which is an interesting activity to discover the truest beauty of the Limestone Mountains and the blue sky of Lan Ha Bay. Afterwards, visitors immerse in the emerald green water of Lan Ha Bay with exciting swimming activities. 

Option 2: Sena Cruise – Luxury Boutique Cruise reaches Three Peach area (if the weather permits). It is time to discover Lan Ha Bay yourselves with your travel buddy sharing kayak. While kayaking, you will have a brief look at the geology of the Karts Mountains that form a beautiful surrounding

17:00 | Time for relaxing 

Back to SENA Cruise and relax on cruise. Enjoy our sunset time and “Happy Hour Deal” in all bars on cruise.

You will also have a chance to join our Cooking class to challenge your skills in preparing very famous Vietnamese spring rolls.

Before dinner, our experienced captain will choose the most tranquil area to anchor for overnight.

19:00 | Savor deluxe dinner

After the incredible dinner, take your leisure time to chat at the bar, watch the movie in the restaurant and enjoy Spa treatment (please book in advance).

After dinner, reward yourself with a large selection of cocktails at a panoramic bar or take one of our onboard activities: squid fishing, karaoke. (We open the light and prepare the squid fishing rods)

You will stay overnight on cruise.

DAY 2: FULL DAY ACTIVITIES IN LAN HA BAY

06:00 | Sunrise Tai-chi section on sundeck

Be an early bird for a photo hunt and join our Tai-chi session on the sundeck to refresh your body and mind.

07:00 | Have light breakfast

8:00-8.30| Transfer to the Viet Hai 

You have a chance to visit the bay to go further than Lan Ha Bay. You start the journey to discover Viet Hai village – a peaceful village with extremely beautiful scenery by bike or tram along the trails, through vast rice fields. You stop to rest and visit the old house made from straw, mud, bamboo … find out the lives of local people.

13:00 | Have lunch  

14:00 | The cruise takes you to the pristine beach area. 

On each 2-seat kayak our tour guide will lead you to paddle under a tunnel grotto to a stunning lagoon (depending on the tide sometimes). Here you can dip into the emerald waters. Swimming to see corals or you can also reach some secluded beaches for a while relaxing lying on sand…

16:00 | Go back to Sena Cruise

Relax on the sundeck and enjoy “Happy Hour Deal” in all bars on cruise.

19:00 | Enjoy Dinner

You may take the rest of the night with drinks on the sundeck, relax in your room, or try your luck with catching squids.

Staying overnight on cruise.

DAY 3: LAN HA BAY – HA NOI

06:00 | Sunrise Tai-chi section on sundeck

Be an early bird for a photo hunt and join our Tai-chi session on the sundeck to refresh your body and mind.

07:00 | Having light breakfast

Sena Cruises – Luxury Boutique Cruises continues her sail, passing amazing karst towers. Tea, coffee and light breakfast is served with fresh air and peaceful surroundings.

08:15 | Explore Tra Bau Area

Join kayaking & swimming to explore the Tra Bau area – the famous filming location for Kong Skull Island (King Kong) in Quang Ninh in 2018. 

09:30 | Return to the boat for check-out

10:00 | Lunch time 

During the time well prepared Set menu lunch is served, Sena Cruise – Luxury Boutique Cruise slowly navigates emerald water and thousands of Karst Mountains towards the Harbor.

(If you want to go to Cat Ba Island, you must let us know, we will transfer you by Sena Cruise small transfer boat to Gia Luan Port).

11:30 – 12:00 | Disembark Sena Cruise and farewell the crew and back to Hanoi by bus

15:00 – 16:00 | Arrive at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter, end of unforgettable trip.

Important notes to explore Ha Long Bay: 

1. Schedule and activities:

• The program may be changed subject to weather conditions or specific tides without announcing to visitors in advance.
• Time in the schedule is only relative. The specific time will be announced by our tour guide on the day of departure.
• All activities are included in the program. Guests can choose to relax themselves and enjoy the scenery on board, without having to fully participate in activities above.

2. Menu and meals: 

• The trip will full meals on board.
• The menu on board is daily standard for all visitors. If there are personal requirements such as diet, vegetarian … please advise us when book the tour or tour guide in advance. After embarking, it is no longer changeable due to the stock limit condition.
• The identifications and personal belongings should be brought.
• Original passport / ID card (required for check-in).
• Cash.
• Camera.
• Personal wares: Sunglasses, hats, sun scream, sport shoe, casual wears.

Inclusion      :    

• Fully furnished cabin with private ocean view balcony
• English speaking guide onboard
• All meals onboard mentioned (03 lunches, 02 dinners, 02 breakfasts)
• Complimentary 2 bottles of water in each cabin
• Entrance and sightseeing fees
• Cooking class
• Kayak (2 people share a kayak)
• Fish massage at Viet Hai 

Exclusion:

• Limousine/private transfer Hanoi -  Ha Long – Hanoi (upon request)
• Spa, massage, beverages, personal expenses
• Surcharge on Christmas, New Year and Lunar New Year
• Tips for guide/driver/crew & All other services and items not mentioned specifically above

Suggest bring:

• Towel, sunglasses, sunblock cream, camera, swimming costume, insect repellant and cash for personal expenses

Special notes:

• Pick up/ drop off at hotel located 10km from Hoan Kiem Lake
• Booster Seats is available (on request)
• Biking gears for children are available (on request)
• Tips are appreciated