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3 days 2 night
Daily Tour
30 people
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A Halong Bay cruise for 3 days 2 nights is the ideal choice for travelers who want to fully explore the majestic beauty of the World Heritage Site of Halong Bay in a luxurious resort setting. The journey takes you through magnificent limestone mountains, turquoise waters, and famous caves, and includes visits to peaceful beaches and fishing villages rich in local culture.
Throughout the trip, guests will stay on a high-class cruise ship with comfortable accommodations and enjoy exquisite cuisine featuring fresh seafood and delicious Vietnamese dishes. In addition, there are many exciting activities such as kayaking, swimming, cave exploration, night squid fishing, watching the sunrise over the bay, or participating in a cooking class right on the deck.
With a 3-day, 2-night itinerary, you have plenty of time to enjoy the serene beauty of Halong Bay without rushing. This is the perfect combination of sightseeing, relaxation, and cultural experiences, offering unforgettable moments for your vacation with family, friends, or loved ones.
DAY 1: HA NOI - HA LONG BAY - LAN HA BAY
7:30 - 8:00: TRANSFER SERVICE PICKS UP GUESTS FROM HANOI
For pickup, guests who book our transfer service will be picked up at the meeting points in the Hanoi Old Quarter. Moving through the expressway and shortly arriving at Tuan Chau Marina.
11:30 - 11:45: REST STOP AT TUAN CHAU WAITING LOUNGE
Our staff will welcome you and assist with check-in. Here, you will board the tender boat to transfer to the cruise ship. For guests arriving in Ha Long by yourselves, our staff will also greet and assist you at this lounge.
12:30 - 12:45: WELCOME ABOARD
Upon boarding the cruise, you will be greeted with a refreshing welcome drink and a cool towel while listening to the safety briefing before checking into your cabin.
13:00 - 13:30: LUNCH
Enjoy a delightful lunch in our elegant restaurant as the cruise begins its journey through the beautiful Lan Ha Bay. After lunch, guests return to their cabins to rest.
14:30 – 15:30: VISIT BRIGHT CAVE & DARK CAVE
The cruise takes you to the famous Bright & Dark Cave area of Lan Ha Bay. Here, you may join exciting activities such as kayaking or taking a rowboat steered by local villagers.
16:30 – 17:30: SWIMMING OR JACUZZI TIME
Return to the cruise and relax in the outdoor Jacuzzi or enjoy swimming around the cruise.
17:30 – 18:30: SUNSET PARTY & HAPPY HOUR
Savor a warm cup of tea while watching the sunset over the bay, and relax in the rooftop Jacuzzi, sunbathe, or explore and take photos around the cruise. Don’t miss our Happy Hour program: “Buy 2 drinks, get 1 free” at the bar. Guests can also access our panoramic rooftop gym.
18:15: COOKING CLASS
Before dinner, the cruise will anchor in the peaceful Tra Bau area. Join our onboard Cooking Class and learn to make traditional Vietnamese dishes.
19:15: DINNER
20:45: FREE TIME FOR RELAXATION & ENTERTAINMENT
DAY 2: VIET HAI PIER - CAT BA ISLAND
6:30: SUNRISE ON THE BAY
Wake up early to enjoy the peaceful dawn over the bay. Guests may join our morning exercise session on the sundeck or choose to work out at the onboard gym.
7:00: BREAKFAST
8:15: DAY BOAT PICK-UP
A day boat will pick you up from the cruise for further exploration of Lan Ha Bay, heading directly to Viet Hai Village. Viet Hai is located in a valley within Cat Ba National Park on Cat Ba Island. You may bring cash for drinks and souvenirs as well as swimwear and sports shoes for cycling around the village.
9:45 – 11:30: EXPLORE VIET HAI FISHING VILLAGE
The day the boat arrives at Viet Hai Pier. From here, you may choose to cycle or take an electric car approximately 4 km to the village. Viet Hai is a small, tranquil village surrounded by mountains and rice fields. Guests can explore the village, meet friendly locals, learn about traditional rice wine production, or relax with activities such as walking around the village or enjoying a fish-massage foot soak at the pond.
12:00 – 13:00: LUNCH
Cycle back to Viet Hai Pier and enjoy a relaxing lunch onboard the day boat as it continues to cruise through Lan Ha Bay toward Ba Trai Dao.
13:30 – 15:00: KAYAKING AT BA TRAI DAO
Enjoy kayaking in the pristine waters of Ba Trai Dao, sunbathing, or swimming on the beach.
15:30: RETURN TO ASPIRA CRUISE
17:30 – 18:30: FREE TIME & HAPPY HOUR
Relax on board the cruise and join our Happy Hour program. Guests may also join our Vietnamese Spring Roll cooking demonstration or fruit-carving class at the restaurant.
19:15: DINNER
20:45: EVENING RELAXATION
Unwind with a drink at the bar, listen to music, play games, try squid fishing, or enjoy spa services onboard.
DAY 3: LAN HA BAY - HA NOI
6:00: SUNRISE ON THE BAY
Wake up early to enjoy the peaceful sunrise over the bay. Guests may join a morning exercise session on the sundeck or choose to work out at the onboard gym.
7:00 – 7:30: BREAKFAST
7:30 – 8:30: DISCOVER LAN HA BAY
Explore the beauty of Lan Ha Bay by kayak. Guests can paddle through limestone islets and hidden corners unique to this tranquil bay.
9:30: CHECK OUT
Return to the cruise for check-out procedures.
9:30 - 9:45: BRUNCH
Enjoy a brunch while settling any onboard services.
10:30 – 10:45: TRANSFER BACK TO THE PORT
11:15: ARRIVE AT TUAN CHAU
11:40 – 12:00: DEPART FOR HANOI
Guests who booked the cruise’s transfer service will board the transfer service back to Hanoi.
15:00: END OF THE TRIP
Arrive in Hanoi. Thank you for choosing our cruise — We look forward to welcoming you again!
*Excursions are subject to change without prior notice due to weather and operating conditions at sea.
