HIGHTLIGHTS
Travel Style: Halong Bay Cruise
Trip length: 2 days
Aboard the Phoenix Cruiser for new luxury cruise experience in Halong Bay, escape into the heart of the World Heritage core zone. This spacious junk-style vessel blends modern comfort with nostalgic Vietnamese charm, offering roomy cabins well away from noisy engines.
Built with high safety standards and refined comfort, Phoenix Cruise blends modern elegance with classic Oriental charm. Enjoy gourmet Vietnamese–Western fusion cuisine, spacious cabins, a panoramic sundeck, and immersive activities that take you deep into the bay’s legendary limestone landscapes. From kayaking at the largest pearl farm to hiking Ti Top Island and exploring Sung Sot Cave, this journey promises the perfect balance of relaxation and adventure.
- Luxury 1-night/2-nights cruise aboard Phoenix Cruiser
- Kayaking at Tung Sau Pearl Farm — hands-on pearl demo
- Swim and summit view at Ti Top Island
- Explore the spectacular Sung Sot – Amazing Cave
- Sunset happy hour + on-deck Vietnamese cooking demo
- Spacious cabins, en-suite bathrooms and attentive crew
ITINERARY
DAY 1. HANOI – PHOENIX CRUISER – HALONG BAY (L,D)
08:30 – Pick-up at your hotel in Hanoi’s Old Quarter and begin the scenic drive to Ha Long Bay.
11:00 – Arrive at Tuan Chau Marina. Check-in at the lounge before boarding.
12:00 – Embark Phoenix Cruiser. Enjoy a welcome drink and safety briefing, then settle into your cabin.
12:30 – 14:00 – Feast on a Vietnamese & international lunch while cruising past iconic formations such as Incense Burner, Dog Islet, Fighting Cock Islet, and Three Coconuts Island.
15:00 – Tung Sau Pearl Farm
Visit Ha Long’s largest pearl farm. Learn how pearls are manually cultured and try basic techniques with local artisans. This area is also ideal for kayaking, letting you paddle under towering limestone cliffs.
16:00 – Ti Top Island
Enjoy free time on one of the best beaches in the bay. Swim in emerald waters or hike to the summit for a stunning 360-degree panorama of Ha Long Bay.
17:45 – Sunset, Happy Hour & Cooking Class
Return to the cruise for a Vietnamese spring-roll cooking demonstration on the sundeck. Sip your favorite drink during Happy Hour while watching the sun melt into the horizon.
Optional: Onboard massage services (book with Cruise Manager).
19:30 – Dinner on board
Indulge in a deluxe dinner featuring traditional Vietnamese flavors and fusion dishes.
Evening at leisure
Relax at the bar, enjoy spa services, try squid fishing, watch a movie in your cabin, play chess/cards, or simply unwind on the sundeck.
Overnight on Phoenix Cruise.
DAY 2. HALONG - AMAZING CAVE – HANOI (B, Brunch)
06:15 – Tai Chi at sunrise
Welcome the morning mist with a Tai Chi session on the sundeck - an unforgettable way to start the day.
07:00 – Light breakfast
Tea, coffee, and pastries served in the restaurant.
07:45 – Explore Sung Sot Cave
Discover Sung Sot - Amazing Cave, the largest and most impressive cave in Ha Long Bay. Trek through massive chambers filled with dramatic stalactites and stalagmites.
Note: Sturdy shoes recommended, especially when the ground is wet.
09:30 – Return to Phoenix Cruiser. Check out and settle your bill.
10:00 – Enjoy brunch as the boat gently cruises back toward the harbor.
11:30 – Disembark at Tuan Chau Marina. Trip concludes.
14:30 – 15:00 – Arrive back at your hotel in Hanoi.
Day 2 (on 3D2N Cruise) Halong Bay
07:00 | Coffee, tea and pastries for breakfast are served in the restaurant.
08:45 | Day boat take you to visit the Lan Ha bay. Transfer to Lan Ha bay which is formed by the archipelago Cat Ba island.
10:15 | Stop at Bright And Dark cave area for kayaking.
11:15 | Move to Ba Trai Dao beaches (Three Peaches Beaches) for swimming in the crystal water a in a beautiful white sandy beach.
12:00 | Enjoy set lunch menu.
13:00 – 13:45 | Free swimming at the Ba Trai Dao beaches area of Lan Ha Bay.
14:00 | Visit Me Cung Cave.
15:00 | Check out your day boat and come Back to Phoenix Cruises.
17:30 | Enjoy Sunset party with fruits and snacks on sundeck of Phoenix cruiser.
Option: Massage service available.
18:30 | Join cooking demonstration: How to make Vietnamese spring rolls -traditional Vietnamese food.
19:30 | Enjoy set-menu dinner.
21:00 | Join the Squid Fisshing activity. Free time on the boat.
GROUP TOUR (Seat-in-Coach)
The price is USD/person, quoted for a package tour/room/tickets..| Tour Package | Price |
|---|---|
| Deluxe room | $126 |
| Suite room | $150 |
| Royal Suite Balcony | $180 |
| 3D2N Package | $250 |
INQUIRY
Other information
- Cruise itinerary may change depending on weather, tides, and operating conditions.
- Swimming/kayaking activities may be cancelled in poor weather.
- Meals are seafood-centric but vegetarian options are available on request — best to let the operator know in advance.
- Wi-Fi is complimentary but unstable due to the location.
- 3D2N Cruise Tour available, please send your inquiry for further information and quotation.
- *Special rate applied for period from 1 May till 30 September, contact us to have best quotes
Tour Includes
- Welcome drink
- Luxurious Cabin and Suites with AC and en-suite bathroom.
- Full board meals (1 lunch, 1 dinner, 1 breakfast, 1 brunch)
- In-house English or French speaking guide
- Entrance fees for all visits as mentioned in the program,
- Complimentary mineral water in room, morning tea, coffee
- Kayaking, cooking demonstration, Tai chi session, bamboo boating, beach (if the weather permits), movies, squid fishing, music entertainment.
Tour Excludes
- Transfer from Hanoi – Halong – Hanoi by shuttle bus ($20/person – private car available upon request)
- Drinks & other meals not mentioned
- Personal expenses & tips
- Surcharge for peak season if any (Christmas, New Year…)
- Travel insurance
- All other services not clearly mentioned above