Overview
📍 Day 1: Hanoi – Tuan Chau Harbor – Lan Ha Bay – Bright Cave – Overnight Onboard (L/D)
08:00 – 08:30 🚐 Pick-up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter by luxury limousine. Begin your scenic drive to Tuan Chau Harbor.
11:45 🛬 Arrive at Tuan Chau Harbor, gateway to Halong and Lan Ha Bay.
11:45 – 12:30 ⛴️ Board a tender boat to reach the Dragon Premier Cruise. Receive a warm welcome from the Cruise Manager and crew, followed by a safety briefing.
12:30 🍽️: Enjoy a delicious welcome lunch in the onboard restaurant. As you dine, the cruise begins sailing into the peaceful and pristine waters of Lan Ha Bay, a quiet extension of Halong Bay, known for its emerald waters and majestic limestone formations. After lunch, check into your comfortable cabin.
14:30 – 16:00 🛶: Visit the enchanting Bright Cave (Sáng Cave) via bamboo boat, rowed by local fishermen. Discover a tranquil lagoon surrounded by towering cliffs and dense vegetation.
16:30 – 17:00 🏊: Enjoy a refreshing swim in a secluded, crystal-clear area of the bay.
17:00 🌅: Return to the cruise and take part in sunset activities:
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Vietnamese cooking demonstration
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Sunset party on the sundeck
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Happy Hour with great drink specials
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Relax and enjoy the mesmerizing scenery as the boat anchors in a quiet area.
19:00 🍤: Savor a gourmet seafood dinner featuring fresh local ingredients and traditional flavors.
20:45 🎣🎤
Evening at leisure:
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Try your hand at squid fishing
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Enjoy karaoke, board games, or cocktails at the bar
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Or simply unwind under the stars
🛏️ Overnight in a deluxe cabin on board the Dragon Premier Cruise.
📍 Day 2: Lan Ha Bay – Tra Bau Village – Return to Hanoi (B/Br)
06:00 🧘♂️ Start the day with a Tai Chi session on the sundeck as the sun rises over the bay—perfect for sunrise photography.
06:30 – 07:15 ☕ Enjoy a light breakfast in the restaurant.
07:20 – 08:20 🛶 Explore the peaceful waters around Tra Bau Floating Village with a guided kayaking session—glide through quiet waters and observe the daily life of local fishers.
09:00 – 09:30 🎒 Pack your belongings and complete the check-out procedure.
10:00 🍴 Delight in a farewell brunch as the cruise heads back toward the harbor.
10:45 🚤 Take the tender boat back to Tuan Chau Harbor.
11:45 – 12:00 🚐 Board your limousine for the return journey to Hanoi.
15:00 – 15:30 Drop-off at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter.
🔚 End of services.
🌟 Why Choose Dragon Premier Cruise?
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🚢 Elegant cruise design with luxurious cabins and modern facilities
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🌊 Unique route through less-traveled Lan Ha Bay, an alternative to crowded Halong Bay
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🛶 Bamboo boating, kayaking, and cultural experiences
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🍽️ Gourmet Vietnamese cuisine with fresh seafood
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🧘 Tai Chi, cooking class, and sunset views
This premium Halong Bay cruise through Lan Ha Bay is an unforgettable part of many Vietnam tours and personalized Vietnam packages designed for travelers seeking both relaxation and discovery.