HALONG BAY – LAVENDER ELEGANCE CRUISE – 2D1N

$165.00

We will pick you up from your hotel/ stay in the old quarter of Hanoi and drive towards the harbor to board the cruise.

Our two days one-night cruises are ideal for those who want to experience the Halong bay with full of exciting activities, kayaking, swimming and more.

Tour Highlights: Titop Island, Luon Cave, Surprising Cave.

Day 1:

HANOI – HALONG BAY – LUON CAVE – TITOV ISLAND

08:00 – 08:30 Pick-up at your hotel in old quarter Hanoi and departure to Tuan Chau Marina via the new Hanoi – Hai Phong expressway.

11:30 – 12:00 Arriving at Halong Bay, you’ll be welcomed to embark on the cruise. It’s time to learn about the cruise briefing and safety instructions while sipping a welcome drink.

After check-in, you can take a short rest after an excursion.

12:45 – 12:30 While cruising through the karst rock formations into the world of natural heritage, you will have lunch at the luxury restaurant on the cruise. Fill your stomach with a great diversity of deluxe Vietnamese set menu and fresh seafood dishes. Admire the scenery of symbolic named rock formations like, Dog Stone, Dinh Huong Island, Ga Choi Island, also known as Hon Trong Mai of Ha Long Bay.

15:00 – 17:30 The Halong Bay 2 days 1-night itinerary begins with a visit to Luon Grotto, this is also one of the most beautiful tunnels in Halong Bay. You will explore it with kayaking or just sit on a small bamboo boat, rowed by one of the fishermen.

We continue cruising to visit Titov Island, a crescent-moon-shaped island known for its calmness and crystal-clear water. We spend around 1 – 2 hours on the island and you can climb to the peak for amazing 360-degree views of Ha Long Bay and of course you can take your time swimming and relaxing on the beach.

We return to the boat to cruise for about 30 minutes to the overnight anchor place.

19:30 – 21:30 Enjoy your dinner and a further relaxed night on the cruise or try your luck squid fishing. You’ll overnight on board.

Day 2:

HALONG BAY – SUNG SOT CAVE – HANOI

06:30 – 07:00 Enjoy coffee, tea, and breakfast served in the dining room. You can wake up earlier to catch the sunset moment from the cruise which gives more stunning views than on land. Taichi class may take places.

07:45 – 09:00 We start cruising towards Sung Sot Cave (Surprise Cave), one of the most magnificent and largest caves in Halong. To reach the mouth of Surprise Cave, you have to climb more than 50 steps and feast your eye on the mysterious natural vegetation of Ha Long Bay.

09:30 We return to the cruise and it’s time to check-out. Relax on the sundeck while the boat is heading for the pier.

10:15 -11:00 It’s time to have an early lunch on the cruise.

11:45 – 12:00 Back at Tuan Chau Port.

12:00 – 16:00 Time for your transfer back to Hanoi where you will be dropped off at your hotel in the Old Quarter.

  • Full furnished cabin with A/C, hot water
  • All meals on board:
    2 lunches, 1 dinner and 1 breakfast
  • Complementary water during transfers
  • Tai Chi, Cooking demonstrations
  • Entrance and sightseeing fees
  • Kayaking 
  • English speaking guide
  • Shuttle bus (only in Hanoi old quarter) 

 

  • All other (alcoholic) beverages 
  • Tips and personal expenses 
  • Travel insurance 
  • All not indicated in our itinerary 
  • Booking voucher from us 
  • Valid Passport with valid visa 
  • Cash for personal expense 

Specific food requests

Please let us know if you have specific eating restrictions, allergic for certain things or if you are vegetarian, we can take that into account during the trips.

Useful information

Especially for the north and central Vietnam;

In the period between November and April, the weather is variable, from sunny to cold and rainy. It is advisable during this period to bring some rain gear with some warmer clothes. In the period from April to November, it is good to pack a hat with a wide brim, sunscreen (at least SPF15) and a reliable insect repellent. A thin rain poncho is useful all year round.

The south of Vietnam is generally a lot warmer all year round, so warm clothing is not really necessary.

Get Up And Go Vietnam does everything to make your trip an unforgettable experience. Unfortunately, we have no control over weather conditions. Our apologies for that!

What do I need to know? 

During the period March to November it will good to pack your swimming gear, a towel, a wide-brimmed hat, sunscreen (at least SPF15), a reliable insect repellent, toiletries, a camera and lots of batteries. Warm clothing for the cooler months of November to March is advised. How much luggage can I take? Your vehicle has limited space so please keep your luggage to a maximum of 15kgs in a backpack or soft over-night bag and include a small day pack to hand carry for easy access to camera, sunscreen, water etc. Inhibitions can be left in the luggage storage rooms at your hotel with your other unwanted baggage. 

Get Up and Go Vietnam is doing all possible to make your journey and travel experience an unforgettable one. Weather conditions, we unfortunately cannot control. Our apologies for that!