Dora Cruise – Lan Ha Bay Cruise

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Dora Cruise – Lan Ha Bay Cruise

DAY 1: Hanoi – Tuan Chau Harbor – Lan Ha Bay – Tra Bau (L/D)

07:40 – 08:40: Pick up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. Start 2.5 hours road journey to Halong Bay.

11.30 ~11.45: Arrive to No. 35 Tuan Chau Harbor.

12.00~12.15: Transfer to Dora Cruise.

12.30~12.45: Welcome to Dora Cruise and enjoy welcome drink, meet the captain, crew to get a brief introduction about cruise and safety guidelines. 

13h00: Enjoy Vietnamese seafood and vegetarian lunch, while cruising in the magnificent Halong Bay, admiring the fascinating rock formations in the bay. Check-in your cabin. 

  • Continue cruising through Con Vit islet (Duck Islet), Thumb islet and Gia Luan Harbor. – Discover lagoon natural area belonged to Lan Ha bay. Drop anchor for swimming or just simply sunbathe on our cruise (private, wild and fresh air).
  • Heading back toward the sleeping area.
  • Do kayaking and swimming at Ba Trai Dao area or Tra Bau area (upon the sea wave and wind).

17.30: Come back to Dora Cruise and participate in our sunset party. Take photos and relax.

18.30: Join cooking class guided directly by Chef of Dora Cruise. You have chance to practice Vietnamese traditional dishes such as spring roll or famous cuisine of Vietnam.

19.00: Time for dinner enjoying special seafood and Vietnamese typical food on the cruise with BBQ food.

21.00: Evening entertainments: play game on the cruise (card games, chess, karaoke, squid fishing, relaxing with massage service and overnight on Dora Cruise.

Day 2 : Lan Ha Bay – Dark & Bright Cave – Tuan Chau Harbor – Hanoi (B /L)

06.00: Early morning sun risers and you can enjoy Tai chi lesson on the sundeck.

07.00~07.45: Have breakfast while cruising on the beautiful bay.

08.00: Mingling yourself in the stunning views of the Bay and it’s dramatic limestone islets as we sail through the calm emerald waters heading to Dark & Bright cave. Take your option either exploring the cave yourself on kayak or comfortably on local bamboo boat rowed by the locals.

09.30: Check-out from the private cabin and enjoy a fantastic cruise on the bay.

10.00: Enjoy the brunch on the cruise with Vietnamese cuisine. 

10.45: You will be transferred by tender to Tuan Chau Harbor. 

11.30 ~11.45: You arrive Tuan Chau Harbor. Dora Crew says goodbye to you.  

15:00 – 15:30: Arrive Hanoi city around 15.00 – 15.30. Services end.

Dora Cruise – Lan Ha Bay Cruise

DAY 1: Hanoi – Tuan Chau Harbor – Lan Ha Bay – Tra Bau (L/D)

07:40 – 08:40: Pick up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. Start 2.5 hours road journey to Halong Bay.

11.30 ~11.45: Arrive to No. 35 Tuan Chau harbor.

12.00~12.15: Transfer to Dora Cruise

12.30~12.45: Welcome to Dora Cruise and enjoy Welcome drink, meet the captain, crew to get a brief introduction about cruise and safety guidelines. 

13.00: Enjoy Vietnamese seafood and vegetarian lunch, while cruising in the magnificent Halong Bay, admiring the fascinating rock formations in La Ha Bay:

  • Continue cruising through Con Vit islet (Duck Islet), Thumb islet and Gia Luan Harbor where belonged to Cat Ba area.
  • Arrive to Tra Bau area. You will do Kayaking under our tour guide’s instructions in so many beautiful spots, then Swimming or just simply sunbathe on our cruise (private, wild and fresh air)

17.30: Come back to Dora Cruise and participate in our sunset party. Take photos and relax.

18.30: Join cooking class guided directly by Chef of Dora Cruise. You have chance to practice Vietnamese traditional dishes such as spring roll or famous cuisine of Vietnam. 

19.00: Time for dinner enjoying special seafood and Vietnamese typical food on cruise with BBQ food.

21.00: Evening entertainments: play game on the cruise (card games, chess, karaoke, squid fishing, relaxing with massage service and overnight on the Dora Cruise.

DAY 2: Lan Ha Bay – Viet Hai Village – Ba Trai Dao Islet (B/L/D)

06.00: Early morning sun risers and you can enjoy Tai chi lesson on the sundeck. 

07.00~07.45: Have breakfast while cruising on the beautiful bay. 

08.20: Transfer to the Daily boat heading to Viet Hai Village. 

09.30: Take the bicycle ride to enjoy gorgeous sceneries along Viet Hai village roads, visit a local family’s house to see the daily life of local people. 

12.00: Back to Daily boat, enjoy the lunch with beautiful view. 

14.30: Arrive to Ba Trai Dao area for swimming or Kayaking.

15.00: Enjoy the Sunset Party at Daily boat.

16.00: Back to Dora Cruise, take time to refresh or play some short game or with massage services as we cruise to sleeping area.

19.00: Time for dinner enjoying special seafood and Vietnamese typical food on the cruise. After dinner reward yourself with a large selection of cocktails, wine at our bar or enjoy the landscape of the bay at night. Relax with massage services. Take one of our on-board activities like squid fishing, watching movies in the restaurant.

DAY 3: Lan Ha Bay – Dark & Bright cave – Tuan Chau Harbor – Hanoi (B/L) 

06.00: Early morning sun risers and you can enjoy Taichi lesson on the sundeck. 

07.00~07.45: Have breakfast while cruising on the beautiful bay. 

08.00: Mingling yourself in the stunning views of the Bay and it’s dramatic limestone islets as we sail through the calm emerald waters heading to Dark & Bright cave. Take your option either exploring the cave yourself on kayak or comfortably on local bamboo boat rowed by the locals. 

09.30: Check-out from the private cabin and enjoy a fantastic cruise on the bay. 

10.00: Enjoy the brunch on the cruise with Vietnamese cuisine. 

10.45: You will be transferred by tender to Tuan Chau Harbor. 

11.30 ~11.45:: You arrive Tuan Chau Harbor. Dora Crew says goodbye to you.

15:00 – 15:30: Arrive Hanoi city around 15.00 – 15.30. Services end.

Note:

  • Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather, tide levels and operating conditions. Swimming, kayaking or bamboo sampan may be canceled due to poor weather.
  • Meals on board are fusion: Vietnamese, seafood…. Guests should advise any special food preferences, allergies or dietary requirements.
  • Advance registration is required with full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport number and visa expiry date for all passengers.
  • The Wifi signal is not strong all the time due to the bay surrounded by islands
  • The beverage is higher than inland because of the storage, service fee and tax
  • 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.

INCLUSIONS:

  • Transfer service
  • English speaking guide on cruise
  • Entrance fees, sightseeing fee and Insurance on-board
  • Luxury accommodation with private balcony
  • Welcome drink
  • Pure water in your cabin
  • Meals: As mentioned
  • Day boat on the second day (3D2N)
  • Bicycle or Electric car in Viet Hai village (3D2N)
  • Afternoon tea (fresh fruits, tea, snack,…)
  • Cooking class, Sunrise Tai chi Class
  • GYM
  • Outdoor jacuzzi pool, internet wifi…
  • Kayaking
  • Local boat
  • Relaxing Games
  • Free birthday cake (The passengers have the birthday on the check in date or check out date), free decoration for double cabin, honeymoon and wedding anniversary…

EXCLUSIONS:

  • Visa fee
  • Tax
  • Drinks in minibar & restaurant
  • Other personal expenses
  • Tips for tour guide and driver
  • All services and items are not mentioned

Children policy:

  • A Child below 5 years old is allowed to stay free while sharing the same bed with their parents (no extra bed require). Extra bed is available at extra cost as $30/ bed. A cabin is limited for 1 child FOC.
  • A Child from 5 to below 11 years old is allowed to share the same cabin with their parents at extra cost 50% of one adult rate if no extra bed requires. Extra bed is available at extra cost as $30/ bed. One cabin is limited for one extra kid only.
  • A child above 11 is considering as one adult (based on Birth Certificate,  Passport…)

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