Day 1: TUAN CHAU - HA LONG - LAN HA BAY - FROG LAGOON
11:30 - 11:45: You're warmly welcomed at Lyra Cruise Collection on Tuan Chau International Port by our experienced staff (Lot 20b). You're guided to complete the check-in procedure at the waiting lounge before boarding for the cruise
12:00 - 12:45: Transfer by Tender boat from Tuan Chau Port to board the Capella cruise.
12:45 - 13:00: The Cruise Manager and crew member welcome you onboard with guiding information and a safety briefing.
13:00 - 14:30: Lunch served at Harmony of the Sea Restaurant. As the cruise departs towards Lan Ha Bay, absorb yourself in the beautiful scenery with amazing limestone surroundings.
15:00 - 16:30: Cruise anchors at the Frog Lagoon area for outdoor activities. Access to Capella’s high-grade recreational facilities for loads of water activities. You can choose to rejoice in the Infinity Oasis Pool and Jacuzzi, experience the thrills with the Inflatable Water Slide, or swim in the emerald-green waters at the Floating pool.
17:00 - 18:00: Capella invites you to relax at the Spirit of the Sea Lounge and the Ocean Sky Sundeck with the Happy hours “Buy 2 get 1 free” program. Enjoy the sunset party with freshly prepared snacks and your favorite drinks while watching the sunset fall over Lan Ha Bay.
18:00 - 18:45: After the relaxing time, you are welcome to join our fun cooking demonstration with the guidance of our chefs.
19:00 - 20:30: Enjoy your gourmet dinner menu in delighted fusion cuisine served at Harmony of the Sea Restaurant and witness the beauty of the bay by night.
20:45: Relax with a movie at Spirit of The Sea lounge with popcorn, try karaoke with your family and friends at Sea Melody Theatre, play exciting board games at Poker Club, catch the fresh squid or simply take a rest and watch night falling on Halong - Lan Ha Bay from the balcony in your cabin.
Day 2: LAN HA BAY - VIET HAI VILLAGE - BA TRAI DAO BEACH
06:00 - 06:15: Good morning the Bay by joining Tai-chi exercise at Ocean Sky Sundeck
06:15 - 07:30: A light breakfast is served at the Harmony of the Sea Restaurant.
08:00: Transfer to Viet Hai pier by speed boat, where we'll take an opportunity to explore the local life of an ancient village.
09:00: Arrive at Viet Hai pier, you'll choose to take a ride by bicycle or electric car to Viet Hai village. The 6 km ride takes you to the hidden village of Viet Hai. Visit an ancient house, try a natural fish massage service, and learn how to make rice steamed rice roll.
11:00: Transfer to Ba Trai Dao beach, it’s time for more swimming or just lying on a small & pristine beach and watching the clouds drift by.
12:00: Transfer back to Capella cruise, you'll have time to rewind onboard and get ready for lunch.
13:00: Enjoy a sumptuous lunch served at Harmony of the Sea Restaurant
15:00 - 15:45: Discover the enchanting Vietnamese tea ceremony, steeped in rich rituals for savoring and relishing tea. It’s a beloved cultural experience on the Capella cruise, especially for tea enthusiasts
17:00 - 17:30: Explore the wheelhouse, meet our captain, and capture the memorable experience with photos while wearing the captain's hat
17:00 - 18:00: Take advantage of the Happy hour - “Buy 2 get 1 free” drink program at the Spirit of the Sea Lounge and the Ocean Sky Sundeck
19:00: A gourmet dinner menu in delighted fusion cuisine served at Harmony of the Sea Restaurant
20:45: Relax with a movie at Spirit of The Sea lounge with free popcorn, try karaoke with your family and friends at Sea Melody Theatre, play exciting board games at Poker Club, catch the fresh squid or simply take a rest and watch night falling on Halong - Lan Ha Bay from the balcony in your cabin.
Day 3: LAN HA BAY - TRUNG TRANG CAVE - FROG LAGOON
06:00 - 06:15: Good morning the Bay by joining Tai Chi exercise at Ocean Sky Sundeck.
06:15 - 07:30: A light breakfast is served at the Harmony of the Sea Restaurant.
09:30: Transfer to Gia Luan pier by speed boat, where we'll take an opportunity to explore Trung Trang Cave
09:45: Arrive at the pier, you'll take a car to Trung Trang cave. It takes about 20 minutes to arrive at the attraction, which is known as the biggest stalactite cave in Cat Ba National Park.
11:45: Transfer back to Capella cruise, you'll have time to rewind onboard and get ready for lunch.
19:00 - 20:30: A gourmet dinner menu in delighted fusion cuisine served at Harmony of the Sea Restaurant.
20:45: Relax with a movie at Spirit of The Sea lounge with popcorn, try karaoke with your family and friends at Sea Melody Theatre, play exciting board games at Poker Club, catch the fresh squid or simply take a rest and watch night falling on Halong - Lan Ha Bay from the balcony in your cabin.
Day 4: DARK & BRIGHT CAVE - LAN HA BAY - TUAN CHAU ISLAND
06:00 - 06:15: Good morning the Bay by joining Tai-chi exercise at Ocean Sky Sundeck.
06:15 - 07:30: A light breakfast is served at the Harmony of the Sea Restaurant.
06:45 - 08:30: Visit the Dark & Bright Caves by traditional rowing bamboo boats. Cruising to Bright Cave, you will see an angled passageway opening the cave at water level and a serene round lake surrounded by lush trees and precipitous stone cliffs.
09:00 - 09:30: Cabin check-out procedure
09:30 - 10:30: Brunch served at Harmony of the Sea Restaurant after check-out while cruising towards the port
10:30 - 11:00: Back to Tuan Chau International Port by tender boat.
End of the trip.
INCLUSION:
• 3-night accommodation at a Capella’s suite
• All dining experiences on board
• Sunset party with refreshment in Happy Hour
• Movie watching with popcorn
• Access to the cruise recreation facilities: Oasis Pool & Jacuzzi; Inflatable water slide; Mini-golf course; Poker Club.
• Various activities: morning Tai Chi class, tea ceremony experience, cave visiting by rowing boat, exploring ancient village, exploring dry cave in Cat Ba Island, visiting pristine beach, squid fishing and swimming
• English-speaking guide onboard
• All entrance & sightseeing fees
• Wi-Fi is available in public areas onboard, but please keep in mind that connection and phone signals may weaken or be lost as the cruise moves farther from the mainland. We hope for your kind understanding.
• VAT
EXCLUSION:
• Round trip transfer Hanoi - Tuan Chau
• Drinks, Spa services
• Stand-up paddle board
• Sea Melody Mini-theatre service usage
• Personal expenses and gratuities
ABOUT THE CRUISE PROGRAM & ACTIVITIES:
• The itinerary can be changed without prior notice.
• The timing of this itinerary is estimated, and the exact time will be informed before departure time.
• All activities are included and optional. You can stay on the boat and relax instead of joining outside activities.
• Standard menus onboard are served for all customers. If there is a special food request, please inform us at least 24 hours before departure.
PERSONAL DOCUMENTS AND BELONGINGS:
• Not to be missed: ID card/Passport (necessary for check-in).
• Personal outfit recommendation: sunglasses, sunscreen, hat, sneakers, swimming suit.
