Meet local residents, hear authentic stories of life on the water, enjoy fresh Vietnamese cuisine, and witness a breathtaking sunset over the bay.

Highlights

  • Enjoy kayaking or a bamboo boat ride through peaceful lagoons
  • Experience a quieter and more authentic side of Halong Bay
  • Relax with sunset views over the emerald waters of the bay
  • Cruise through the stunning landscapes of Ha Long Bay

Full description

06:45 – 07:15 | Hotel Pickup in Hanoi

Meet your driver and depart from Hanoi Old Quarter by luxury limousine transfer to Ha Long Bay via the modern expressway.

10:00 – Arrival at Ha Long International Cruise Port

Arrive at the harbor, complete check-in procedures, and board the luxurious Catherine Horizon Cruise. Enjoy a welcome drink while the crew introduces the day’s itinerary.

10:30 – Cruise Through Ha Long Bay

Begin sailing through the breathtaking landscapes of Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its emerald waters and towering limestone islands.

11:15 – Visit Sung Sot Cave

Explore Sung Sot Cave (Surprise Cave), one of the largest and most magnificent caves in Ha Long Bay with impressive rock formations and spacious chambers.

12:15 – Gourmet Buffet Lunch Onboard

Return to the cruise and enjoy a premium buffet lunch featuring fresh seafood and a selection of Asian and European dishes while cruising deeper into the bay.

13:30 – Explore Ti Top Island

Visit Ti Top Island where you can:

Swim at the sandy beach
Relax by the water
Hike to the summit for panoramic views over Ha Long Bay
14:30 – Kayaking at Trinh Nu Area

Continue to the Trinh Nu Cave area for kayaking or relaxing surrounded by peaceful natural scenery.

15:30 – Afternoon Tea & Sunset Views

Enjoy afternoon tea with light snacks and live music as the cruise sails back toward the harbor. Relax on the sundeck and admire the final views of the bay.

16:30 – Disembark & Return to Hanoi

Leave the cruise and board the limousine transfer back to Hanoi.

19:00 – 19:30 | Arrival in Hanoi

Drop-off at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter.

Includes

Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)

English-speaking guide

Entrance fees and sightseeing tickets

Traditional Vietnamese lunch onboard

Kayaking or bamboo boat experience

Welcome drink and bottled water

Sunset tea and local snacks

Cruise through Halong Bay

Personal expenses

Additional beverages

Tips and gratuities

Travel insurance

VAT and other services not mentioned above

Meeting point

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