Aphrodite Cruises Halong Bay

Travel Style: Halong Bay Cruise
Trip length: 2 days, 3 days

Aboard the Aphrodite Cruises, a boutique 5-star junk that balances traditional oriental charm with luxury amenities. With elegant wood-panel cabins, private bathrooms, spa and massage services, a sundeck lounge bar, and fine dining, Aphrodite Cruise delivers an unforgettable overnight experience on Halong Bay.

You’ll explore the quieter corners of the bay, drift past thousand-year-old limestone islands, visit floating fishing villages, kayak or take a sampan in secluded lagoons, and explore the famous Sung Sot (Amazing) Cave. Wake up to sunrise Tai Chi, join a cooking demonstration, relax at sunset happy hour or try squid fishing onboard — it’s the perfect blend of comfort, nature, and Vietnamese hospitality.

• Boutique 5-star cruise with elegant oriental-style cabins and luxury facilities.
• Quiet routes through Halong Bay and Cat Ba fringes, away from the busy tourist lanes.
• Floating fisher-village visits: Cua Van village sampling community-based tourism, sampan rides, or optional kayaking.
• Iconic cave exploration: Sung Sot Cave on Day 1, Luon Cave or kayaking on Day 2
• Onboard experiences: sunrise Tai Chi, cooking class or demonstration, “happy hour” sunset, squid fishing, spa & massage services
• Comfortable meals and service, usually a mix of Vietnamese and international cuisine, with emphasis on fresh seafood and fine dining options.

Day 1: Hanoi - Halong - Aphrodite to Floating houses and fish farms (L, D)

7.45-8.30 Pick up at your hotel in Hanoi and head out for Halong bay.

12.30: On arrival at the pier of Tuan Chau Island, transfer by tender boat to the Aphrodite Junk. A welcome drink is served on the third deck, in charming panoramic restaurant. A short speech introducing the vessel’s facilities and services, as well as safety instructions. After the check-in, take time for yourself. Enjoy the view while the cruise heads straight to the South, and makes its way along Cat Ba National Park, away from other tourist junks.

13.15: Lunch will be served at the panoramic restaurant.

15.30: Get off the cruise for the beautiful Soi Sim beach and enjoy the swimming or the panorama view from the top of mountain.

16.30: The cruise reaches the village of Cua Van. Get an insight of the local life, strolling aboard a sampan boat, around a typical Halong bay fishing village. Cua Van is a stand out example of community-based and sustainable tourism in Halong bay. The excursion includes a visit to a fish farm.

There is an option of 1 hour kayaking around Cua Van Fishing village instead of the sampan stroll.

17.30: Back on board the Aphrodite vessel, you will have time to relax, enjoy the spa and massage service.

18.00-19.00: Happy hour with finger foods and tea/coffee; joining cooking class and/or the Happy Hour at the bar. The cruise will now head to the moorage area, near Coconut Beach Island.

19.30:  A scrumptious dinner will be served.

20.30: Squid fishing, Board games at the Top Deck Bar.

Day 2: Halong bay - Hanoi (B, L)

6.15-06.30: Begin the day mastering energy flows during a Tai Chi session, while the sun rises.

07.00: Breakfast buffet will be served at the restaurant.

08.00: Explore the most beautiful cave in Halong Bay with amazing stalagmite & stalactite formations. While onboard you can take advantage at leisure of Spa, Beauty & Massage services.

09.00: Back on the Aphrodite Junk, it will be time to get prepared for the check out. The cruise will head back to Tuan Chau pier.

09.30: Check out time.

10.00: Brunch will be served. Do not miss an opportunity for last minute photos.

11.30: Transfer by van back to Hanoi. The trip ends at your hotel at 16h00.

GROUP TOUR (Seat-in-Coach)