๐ Hanoi - Halong Bay on the Express Way ( shuttle bus not applied)
B/L/D
Day 2
๐ Lan Ha Bay - Dark - Bright Cave - Hanoi
B/L
Day 1๐ Hanoi - Halong Bay on the Express Way ( shuttle bus not applied)
Day 1: Hanoi – Halong Bay – Lan Ha Bay Exploration
08:00 ๐ Pick-up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter or Hoan Kiem District (if transfer service is included in your Vietnam package).
11:30 ๐ฅ๏ธ Arrival at Tuan Chau Harbor, check-in at the waiting lounge.
12:00 โด๏ธ Transfer by tender boat to Verdure Lotus Cruise. Enjoy a welcome drink, meet the captain and crew, and receive a safety briefing. Complete check-in.
13:00 ๐ฝ๏ธ Enjoy a freshly prepared Vietnamese seafood and vegetarian lunch while cruising through the spectacular Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay, admiring the unique limestone formations.
15:00 ๐ถ Arrive at Tra Bau Area, a peaceful natural lagoon in Lan Ha Bay. Choose to relax on the sundeck or go kayaking to explore the serene surroundings.
17:30 ๐ Return to the cruise for a lively Sunset Party, Happy Hour at the bar, and a fun Vietnamese cooking class.
19:00 ๐ฝ๏ธ Dinner is served at the onboard restaurant. Afterward, enjoy optional evening activities such as squid fishing, karaoke, or dancing.
๐๏ธ Overnight: Stay in your luxurious sea-view cabin.
Day 2๐ Lan Ha Bay - Dark - Bright Cave - Hanoi
Day 2: Lan Ha Bay – Dark & Bright Cave – Return to Hanoi
06:00 โ Early morning tea or coffee with stunning views of the bay.
06:45 ๐ถ Visit the enchanting Dark & Bright Cave. Explore by bamboo boat with a local rower, or take a refreshing swim in the crystal-clear waters.
08:00 ๐งณ Return to your cabin to relax and pack.
09:00–09:30 โ Complete the check-out process. Enjoy a light brunch while cruising back to the harbor.
11:00 โด๏ธ Disembark via tender boat at Tuan Chau Island.
15:30 ๐ Arrive back at your hotel in Hanoi (if transfer is included).
๐ Why Choose Verdure Lotus Cruise?
๐ Stylish, modern cabins with private balconies
๐ฝ๏ธ Gourmet Vietnamese cuisine onboard
๐ถ Kayaking and bamboo boat adventures
๐ง Cultural activities: cooking class, squid fishing, Tai Chi
๐ Access to both Halong Bay and the more secluded Lan Ha Bay
This unforgettable cruise is a highlight of many Vietnam tours and an ideal add-on for tailor-made Vietnam packages that combine adventure, relaxation, and local charm.
๐ 2-Day / 1-Night Cruise Itinerary
Day 1: Hanoi – Halong Bay – Lan Ha Bay Exploration
08:00 ๐ Pick-up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter or Hoan Kiem District (if transfer service is included in your Vietnam package).
11:30 ๐ฅ๏ธ Arrival at Tuan Chau Harbor, check-in at the waiting lounge.
12:00 โด๏ธ Transfer by tender boat to Verdure Lotus Cruise. Enjoy a welcome drink, meet the captain and crew, and receive a safety briefing. Complete check-in.
13:00 ๐ฝ๏ธ Enjoy a freshly prepared Vietnamese seafood and vegetarian lunch while cruising through the spectacular Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay, admiring the unique limestone formations.
15:00 ๐ถ Arrive at Tra Bau Area, a peaceful natural lagoon in Lan Ha Bay. Choose to relax on the sundeck or go kayaking to explore the serene surroundings.
17:30 ๐ Return to the cruise for a lively Sunset Party, Happy Hour at the bar, and a fun Vietnamese cooking class.
19:00 ๐ฝ๏ธ Dinner is served at the onboard restaurant. Afterward, enjoy optional evening activities such as squid fishing, karaoke, or dancing.
๐๏ธ Overnight: Stay in your luxurious sea-view cabin.
Day 2: Lan Ha Bay – Dark & Bright Cave – Return to Hanoi
06:00 โ Early morning tea or coffee with stunning views of the bay.
06:45 ๐ถ Visit the enchanting Dark & Bright Cave. Explore by bamboo boat with a local rower, or take a refreshing swim in the crystal-clear waters.
08:00 ๐งณ Return to your cabin to relax and pack.
09:00–09:30 โ Complete the check-out process. Enjoy a light brunch while cruising back to the harbor.
11:00 โด๏ธ Disembark via tender boat at Tuan Chau Island.
15:30 ๐ Arrive back at your hotel in Hanoi (if transfer is included).
๐ Why Choose Verdure Lotus Cruise?
๐ Stylish, modern cabins with private balconies
๐ฝ๏ธ Gourmet Vietnamese cuisine onboard
๐ถ Kayaking and bamboo boat adventures
๐ง Cultural activities: cooking class, squid fishing, Tai Chi
๐ Access to both Halong Bay and the more secluded Lan Ha Bay
This unforgettable cruise is a highlight of many Vietnam tours and an ideal add-on for tailor-made Vietnam packages that combine adventure, relaxation, and local charm.