Day 1: Hanoi - Hon Gai Dock -> Bai Tu Long Bay -> Vung Vieng Fishing Village -> Cong Do (Sleeping Area).

8.00 Depart from Hanoi to Halong Bay

12.00 Upon arrival at Emperor Cruises, located at Hon Gai dock, our team will welcome you in our lounge before boarding.

12.30 Our Experiences Manager will assist you with boarding to start cruising in Bai Tu Long Bay.

Check in to your cabin as we set sail from Vinashin dock to cruise among the many beautiful islets (scenes from the film ‘Indochine’ were filmed here). Bai Tu Long Bay has a wild beauty and the panoramas from the boat are unforgettable.

13.00 An a la carte lunch will be served at our Royal Restaurant on the main deck. Savor delicious Vietnamese food while admiring the grace of the bay.

15.30 Visit Vung Vieng fishing village, the famous pearl-growing village, to view the fishing tanks of the local people. You have time to observe the process of feeding pearl as well as learning a little about the life of the local people.

16.30 Proceed to Vung Vieng floating village to board bamboo boats so the locals can row you around their village and oyster pearl farming plots. Return to the boat by speedboat.

16.35 The cruise continues from the Vung Vieng fishing village to Cong Do (sleeping area), where you will enjoy the wonderful beauty of Bai Tu Long Bay at sunset, admire the striking islands and islets, relax, indulge yourself and savor the peaceful atmosphere which can only be found out here among the islands.

17.20 Choose from kayaking, just relaxing or taking afternoon tea and watching the sky color change as the sun sets.

18.15 Attend our chef’s cooking demonstration and try your skills in the art of traditional Vietnamese cooking (making spring rolls) in a truly stunning setting.

19.00 Enjoy our a la carte 5-course menu for dinner on board as you experience the charm of Bai Tu Long Bay at night.

21.00 Evening activities: enjoy our Movie Night, Board Games or our Massage and Spa services or even go squid fishing. Overnight on board Emperor Cruises.

Meals: Lunch/Dinner

Day 2: Cong Do (Sleeping Area) - Thien Canh Son Cave - Hon Gai Dock – Hanoi

6.30-7.45 Wake up to the gentle lapping of the water against the boat and as the first rays of the sun announce a new day. Before enjoying breakfast have cookies and tea and then try the tai chi session on the sundeck as the sun rises over Bai Tu Long Bay

7.45-8.45 Explore the area of Hon Co Island and Co Cave (Grass Cave, also known as Thien Canh Son). You can revel in the breathtaking view of Bai Tu Long bay from up high, as well as the glorious long white-sand beach of Hon Co Island. Afterwards relax on the beach, go swimming in the crystal clear water and explore the cave.

8.45 Return to the cruise by small boat

9.15 Arrange the luggage and check out.

9.30-10.30 Enjoy brunch on board while cruising back to the mainland.

11.15 Arrive back at Emperor Cruises dock, Halong City for disembarkation where your driver waits to take you back to Hanoi or the airport for your onward journey or home.

INCLUDED

• Welcome drink
• Experiences Director on board
• Local guide on boat
• 24-hour room service with no additional charges.
• Mini-bar replenished daily with soft drinks, beer and bottled water.
• Fruits, snack &  nuts
• Unlimited drinks: water, tea and coffee, house wine, local beer, fruit juices, soft drink, cocktail, mock tail.
• 2D1N Cruise: 01 lunch, 01 dinner, 01 breakfast and 1 Brunch
• Live music, cinema, bars & art gallery
• Cookery demonstration
• Tai chi/vovinam, free massage and gym
• Kayaking, squid fishing.
• Upgrade to higher category accommodation or transportation (subject to availability).
• Fun club for kids & library
• All rooms with private balcony & ocean view
• Butler service for King/Queen Suite
• Free wifi
• All sightseeing tickets
• Service charges and government tax.

EXCLUDES

• All pick-up and drop-off and transfers services
• Accommodation pre- and post-cruise

• Air fares to and from Noi Bai Airport, Hanoi or Cat Bi, Hai Phong

• Personal expenses
• Visa arrangements
• All other services not mentioned above.

Information

Boarding time: 12.00
Disembarkation time: 11.15 AM
Shuttle bus: Pick up/Drop off from/to hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter
Estimated time return Hanoi: 4:30 PM
Guide: English guide on board

Cancellation policy

More than 20 days prior to the cruise date: No charge for 1-3 cabins
More than 30 days prior to the cruise date: No charge for 4-8 cabins
15 days prior to the cruise date: 100% of total charge for 1-3 cabins
30 days prior to the cruise date: 100% of total charge for 4-8 cabins
No show: 100%

Surcharges

Surcharge US$70 per guest on Christmas Eve (December 24), New Year Eve (December 31) and Lunar New Year Jan 27, 28, 29, 2017