Enjoy luxury cruise to Ha Long Bay from Hanoi. Relax on board, a 5-star luxury cruise ship with all-balcony cabins, and enjoy a variety of activities including Tai Chi, cooking classes, & kayaking.
Highlights
• Relax in style on a luxury cruise with a maximum of 48 passengers
• Enjoy a variety of activities including Tai Chi, cooking classes, and kayaking
• Savor a variety of Vietnamese and international dishes on board
• Visit the Sung Sot Cave, the largest and most famous cave in Ha Long Bay
• Take in the stunning views of the bay from the comfort of your private balcony
Full description
Step aboard the Hermes, a brand-new, 5-star luxury cruise ship launched in 2023. With only 18 rooms, each featuring a private balcony, Hermes offers a more intimate and tranquil cruising experience — ideal for couples, families, or anyone looking to relax in style. The ship spans 60 meters, has 4 decks, and accommodates a maximum of 48 passengers, ensuring spacious comfort.
Day 1: Hanoi → Ha Long Bay
08:30 – Hotel pickup from Hanoi (Old Quarter area) by luxury shuttle
11:30 – Arrival at Tuan Chau Port
12:00 – Boarding begins; Welcome drink & cruise introduction
13:00 – Buffet Lunch onboard with Vietnamese and international dishes
Menu Highlights:
Spring rolls, seafood soup, steamed clams, grilled chicken, vermicelli noodles, crème brûlée, passion fruit mousse
15:00 – Pearl Farm Visit by Kayak
Explore a traditional pearl farm blending Vietnamese and British techniques
Visit Ti Top Island – Swim at the beach or hike for panoramic bay views
18:00 – Sunset Party at Sky Bar with free snacks and Happy Hour deals
18:30 – Vietnamese Cooking Class onboard
19:30 – Western Set Dinner
Menu Highlights: Grilled fish, corn & crab soup, fried banana, chocolate cake, vanilla ice cream
21:00 – Free time (options: squid fishing, spa treatments, or relaxation)
Day 2: Ha Long Bay → Hanoi
06:30 – Tai Chi session on the sundeck under the morning sun
Light Breakfast served in the restaurant
Includes: Toast, croissants, seafood noodles, porridge, egg station, fresh veggies
07:30 – Explore Sung Sot Cave
The largest and most famous cave in Ha Long Bay, known for its stunning stalactites
09:30 – Check out and settle any onboard charges
10:00 – Brunch Buffet
Menu Highlights: Creamy soup, bacon, sausage, hash browns, grilled veggies, tropical fruits
11:30 – Disembark
15:00 – Return drop-off at your Hanoi hotel (Old Quarter area)
Important Notes Before Booking
Passport required for boarding
Cruise itinerary may change due to weather or port conditions
Transportation between Hanoi and Ha Long Bay is via the cruise’s own shuttle service
Please book in groups of 1 or more (i.e., solo travelers or groups welcome)
Why Choose Hermes?
✔ All-balcony rooms for stunning private views
✔ Small ship = more peace and privacy
✔ Immersive local experiences like cave tours and island landings
✔ Authentic Vietnamese cuisine + Western favorites
✔ Family-friendly activities and wellness options
Includes
• Hotel pickup and drop-off by luxury shuttle
• All meals onboard (1 Buffet Lunch, 1 Western Set Dinner, 1 Light Breakfast, 1 Brunch Buffet)
• Welcome drink
• Tai Chi session
• Cooking class
• Kayaking
• Visit to Sung Sot Cave
• Visit to Pearl Farm
• Visit to Ti Top Island
Not suitable for
• Children under 5 years
• Pregnant women
• People with back problems
Meeting point
We will contact you to arrange pick-up at your hotel
Important information
What to bring
• Hat
• Swimwear
• Camera
• Sunscreen
• Comfortable clothes
Not allowed
• Smoking
• Alcoholic drinks in the vehicle
• Know before you go
• Passport required for boarding
• Cruise itinerary may change due to weather or port conditions
• Please book in groups of 1 or more