Bhaya Classic Cruise
Company: Bhaya Cruises
Type: Luxury , Sharing, 20 cabins
Vietnam
As the largest cruise tour operator in Halong Bay, Bhaya Classic offers a cruise experience which combines the bay's magnificent scenery with a taste of Vietnam's rich traditional culture, while ensuring all the amenities and services discerning travellers expect. Bhaya Classic is one of the most reputable cruise operators in Halong Bay, providing authentic cruises at an affordable price. Get ready for exotic Halong Bay tours onboard Bhaya Cruises!
Since setting sail with its first boat in 2007, Bhaya Classic has earned its place among the most well-reputed cruise operators in Halong Bay and now operates the largest fleet of cruise boats in the area. With innovative cruise designs and a programme of annual renovations to keep its ships meeting very high safety criteria, Bhaya Classic sets the standard for Halong Bay cruises.
Our cruise routes focus on less-visited parts of the bay so you are more likely to have the scenery to yourself, and a range of cultural activities are available on board.
ACCOMMODATION
| Cabin type | Area (m2) | Location | No. of cabins | Bed type | Max number of person allowed | Balcony |
| Deluxe | 12.5 | Main Deck & Upper Deck | 18 | 2 doubles & 16 twins (Bhaya I, II) 2 doubles & 17 twins (Bhaya III) |
2 adults + 1 Child (Below the age of 12 & height under 1.5m) | No balcony (Bhaya I, II) Balcony’s available in a total of 16 deluxe cabins (Bhaya III) |
| Terrace Suite | 16.5 | Upper deck | 02 per ship | Queen size | 2 Adults + 1 Child (below the age of 12) | Yes |
CABIN AMENITIES (All types of cabins)
- Panoramic window
- Natural floor & handmade wooden furniture
- Shower cabin
- Toilet
- Bathroom amenities
- Luxurious bed & bath linen
- Individually controlled air-conditioning
- Mini Bar
- Hot and cold water
- Slippers
- Life vests
- Fire extinguishers
- Emergency lighting & generator
- Smoke detector & sprinkler systems
SERVICES AND FACILITIES
- Reception
- Boutique library
- Conference & meeting facilities
- Dining room
- Bar
- Spa
- Sundeck with long chairs & sunshades
- Tender boat service
- 24-hour security
- Souvenir goods
- First aid kits
- Baby sitter (on call)
- Audio visual equipment
- 220V power electricity
- Kayaking, swimming
- Car rental service with driver
- Theme party on request
- Safety box at reception
- Emergency equipment & Fire alarm systems
- Radar system
- Sprinkler
- Geolocalization system
- Doctor (on call)
ACTIVITIES
- Excursions to a cave, a floating fishing village for 1 night cruise
- Excursions to a cave, a floating fishing village, a karst tunnel for the 2-night cruise
- Swimming for 2-night cruise
- Kayaking & fishing
- MasterChef competition show
- Spa & massage
- Tai Chi
- Wooden games
Day 1: HANOI – HALONG BAY (L, D)
| 12 : 00 | Arrive at Bhaya Group Cruise Centre at Tuan Chau International Passenger Port. |
| 12 : 45 | Embark your cruise onboard Bhaya Classic Cruises. Enjoy welcome drinks while our Cruise Manager does the itinerary and safety briefing. |
| 13 : 00 | Let the vacation begin with a buffet lunch while the boat cruises towards the southwest of Halong Bay. |
| 15 : 00 | Discover the mysterious Tien Ong Cave which is not only a beauty spot but also an archaeological site. Covering an area of 1,000 m2 with stunning stalactites and stalagmites, the cave is one of the finest caves in Halong Bay. |
| 17 : 00 | Bar opens for the Happy Hour "Buy one get one free". Take the chance to get more delicious drinks and fun. |
| 17 : 30 | Join exciting “Master-Chef Competition” and fruit carving demonstration, learn and try your hands with authentic Vietnamese food. The winner or the Master-Chef of Bhaya Cruise would be awarded with surprising gifts. It’s also time to admire the sunset over enchanting Halong Bay while the boat anchors for overnight stay. |
| 19 : 00 | Enjoy set-menu dinner on board while your Cruise Manager introduces the following day program. |
| 21 : 00 | Retire to your cabin or join our staffs for squid fishing. Overnight on board. |
Day 2: HALONG BAY – HANOI (B, Br)
| 06 : 15 | Start off your day with a Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck with complimentary tea and coffee being served. Rejuvenate your body and mind with the slow movement of Tai Chi and enjoy the dawn on the bay. |
| 07 : 00 | Light breakfast is served onboard. The boat weighs anchor to sail to Cua Van floating village. |
| 07 : 45 | Take your time to visit the village which is voted as one of the 11 insanely beautiful small towns around the world by huffingtonpost.com. You can choose either kayak or traditional rowing boat to go around discovering local life on the waters. |
| 09 : 00 | Return to your boat and relax. Brunch will be served in the restaurant. |
| 10 : 45 | Disembark at Tuan Chau International Passenger Port. |
Important Notes
Trip includes:
- Welcome drink
- Air-conditioned en-suite cabin
- Entrance and sightseeing fees
- Visit to fishing village by rowing boat
- Kayaks
- 1 Buffet Breakfast, 01 Lunch, 01 Dinner, 01 Brunch
- Onboard insurance, tax and service charges
Trip excludes:
- All airfares, transfers, hotels & visa arrangements
- Beverages, spa and personal expenses
- All services not clearly mentioned in the inclusion list
Notes:
- Inclement weather, tide levels and operating conditions at sea may force changes in cruise itinerary and schedule at any time. Kayaking and swimming excursions, in particular, may be cancelled due to rough weather.
- Cruise offers fusion cuisine: international, seafood and Vietnamese. Please advise Bhaya Group at least one (01) week ahead of departure about any specific food preferences, dietary restrictions or food allergies.
- Port authorities insist on advance registration including full name, gender, date of birth, nationality, and passport number. At check-in a valid passport is required. Port authority may deny boarding if these conditions are not met.
- Free Wi-Fi available on terrace deck, but note that the internet signal at sea suffers frequent interruption.
Day 1: Hanoi - Ha Long Bay (L, D)
| 12 : 00 | Arrive at Bhaya Group Cruise Centre at Tuan Chau International Passenger Port. |
| 12 : 45 | Embark your cruise onboard Bhaya Classic Cruises. Enjoy welcome drinks while our Cruise Manager does the itinerary and safety briefing. |
| 13 : 00 | Let the vacation begin with a buffet lunch while the boat cruises towards the southwest of Halong Bay. |
| 15 : 00 | Discover the mysterious Tien Ong Cave which is not only a beauty spot but also an archaeological site. Covering an area of 1,000 m2 with stunning stalactites and stalagmites, the cave is one of the finest caves in Halong Bay. |
| 17 : 00 | Bar opens for the Happy Hour "Buy one get one free". Take the chance to get more delicious drinks and fun. |
| 17 : 30 | Join exciting “Master-Chef Competition” and fruit carving demonstration, learn and try your hands with authentic Vietnamese food. The winner or the Master-Chef of Bhaya Cruise would be awarded with surprising gifts. It’s also time to admire the sunset over enchanting Halong Bay while the boat anchors for overnight stay. |
| 19 : 00 | Enjoy set-menu dinner on board while your Cruise Manager introduces the following day program. |
| 21 : 00 | Retire to your cabin or join our staffs for squid fishing. Overnight on board. |
Day 2: Ha Long Bay (B, L, D)
| 06 : 30 | Start off your day with a Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck with complimentary tea and coffee being served. Rejuvenate your body and mind with the slow movement of Tai Chi and enjoy the dawn on the bay. |
| 07 : 00 | Full breakfast is served onboard. The vessel weighs anchor to sail to Hang Trai Island. |
| 08 : 45 | Transfer to Bhaya Spirit (day boat) for the second day’s activities. |
09 : 00 |
Bhaya Spirit will pass by Ang Du area, Hang Du, Kong Skull Island filming area to reach Coc Cheo Islet area. Kayaking and swimming freely in Coc Cheo Islet area – a less touristic and more private area. |
| 11 : 00 | Back to the boat, Bhaya Spirit takes you to a floating pearl farm for a special local lunch experience, while the boat passes Ho Ba Ham Area, Ba Men Temple, But Island, Me Cung Cave. Discover around to learn about pearl cultivating and handicraft process and local life in Ha Long Bay with our tour guide. |
| 12 : 30 | Lunch is served on floating farm with authentic Vietnamese style menu. |
| 15 : 00 | Come back Bhaya Cruise and relax. |
| 17 : 00 | Bar opens for the Happy Hour "Buy one get one free”, enjoy relaxing time on the sundeck. |
| 19 : 00 | Enjoy set-menu dinner onboard while Cruise Manager introduces itineraries for next day. |
| 21 : 00 | Enjoy a movie at restaurant area or join with our staffs for squid fishing. Overnight on board. |
Day 3: Ha Long Bay - Hanoi (B, Br)
| 06 : 15 | Start off your day with a Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck with complimentary tea and coffee being served. Rejuvenate your body and mind with the slow movement of Tai Chi and enjoy the dawn on the bay. |
| 07 : 00 | Light breakfast is served onboard. The boat weighs anchor to sail to Cua Van floating village. |
| 07 : 45 | Take your time to visit the village which is voted as one of the 11 insanely beautiful small towns around the world by huffingtonpost.com. You can choose either kayak or traditional rowing boat to go around discovering local life on the waters. |
| 09 : 00 | Return to your boat and relax. Brunch will be served in the restaurant. |
| 10 : 45 | Disembark at Tuan Chau International Passenger Port. |
Important Notes
Trip includes:
- Welcome drink
- Air-conditioned en-suite cabin
- Entrance and sightseeing fees
- Visit to fishing village by rowing boat
- Kayaks
- 02 Breakfasts, 02 Lunches, 02 Dinners, 01 Brunch
- Onboard insurance, tax and service charges
Trip excludes:
- All airfares, transfers, hotels & visa arrangements
- Beverages, spa and personal expenses
- All services not clearly mentioned in the inclusion list
Notes:
- Inclement weather, tide levels and operating conditions at sea may force changes in cruise itinerary and schedule at any time. Kayaking and swimming excursions, in particular, may be cancelled due to rough weather.
- Cruise offers fusion cuisine: international, seafood and Vietnamese. Please advise Bhaya at least one
- (01) week ahead of departure about any specific food preferences, dietary restrictions or food allergies.
- Port authorities insist on advance registration including full name, gender, date of birth, nationality, and passport number. At check-in a valid passport is required. Port authority may deny boarding if these conditions are not met.
- Free Wi-Fi available on terrace deck, but note that the internet signal at sea suffers frequent interruption.
| FACTS & FIGURES | |||
| Bhaya Classic I | Bhaya Classic II | Bhaya Classic III | |
| Length | 36 m | 37,55 m | 36 m |
| Width | 8,1 m | 8,66 m | 7,81 m |
| Depth | 9,56 m | 11 m | 10,50 m |
| Crew | 25 | 25 | 25 |
| Engines | Yanmaz 291 CV | Yamaha 320hp | Yanmaz 360 CV |
| Passenger cabins | 20 per ship | 20 pership | 20 pership |
| Passenger berths | 48 per ship | 48 per ship | 48 per ship |
CHILD POLICY
- 01 child below 6 years old share room with adult: FOC
- 01 child from 6 to 12 years old share room with adult: USD 100/child/room/night
- Maximum 1 child under 12 accompanied by 2 adults, sharing bed. Extra cots for children will be arranged upon request.
- Two children under the age of 12 in one room will be charged at 75% of adult room rates.
- Children 12 and older are charged as adults and have to pay the total amount of the room.
CANCELLATION POLICY
| Duration prior to departure date |
FIT <5 cabins | GIT 5 - 10 cabins | GIT >=10 cabins |
| More than 60 days | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| From 30 to 60 days | 20% | 20% | 30% |
| From 5 to 29 days | 50% | 50% | 70% |
| Less than 5 days | 100% | 100% | 100% |









