Dragon Bay Cruise
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Type: Sharing
Vietnam
Cruise exploring Ha Long Bay with traditional design, comfortable cabins, scenic sundeck, and activities such as kayaking, cave visits, cooking class, and squid fishing.
is a cruise operating in Ha Long Bay, offering visitors a relaxing journey to explore one of Vietnam’s most famous natural heritage sites.
The cruise features a traditional design combined with modern comfort, with cozy cabins and large windows that allow guests to admire the stunning limestone mountains and emerald waters of the bay. Onboard, guests can enjoy facilities such as a restaurant and a spacious sundeck for sightseeing and relaxation during the trip.
The itinerary also includes exciting activities such as kayaking, cave visits, swimming, cooking classes, and night squid fishing, giving travelers a memorable experience while discovering the beauty of Ha Long Bay.
Day 1: Hanoi - Tuan Chau Harbor - Lan Ha Bay - Dark & Bright Cave (Lunch/Dinner)
08:00 - 08:30 You will be picked up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter Streets and transfer to Tuan Chau harbor by shuttle bus
(If the transfer is booked with Dragonbay Premium Cruise).
11:45 Arrive at Tuan Chau harbor.
11:45 - 12:30 Transfer by tender boat to Dragonbay Premium Cruise.
12:30 The Cruise Manager and crew member welcome you onboard with guiding information and safety briefing. Enjoy a fabulous lunch in our restaurant.
During lunch time, our cruise starts to sail through the magnificent Lan Ha Bay, a geological extension of Halong Bay which is less visited, less inhabited and therefore has the extra appeal of being a more peaceful place.
Check in your cabin.
14:30 - 16:00 Visit Bright Cave by bamboo boat rowed by the local fishermen, a serene round lake surrounded by lush trees and high stone cliffs.
16:00 - 17:00 Explore Lan Ha bay by doing kayaking around Tra Bau or enjoy swimming in the emerald water.
17:00 We return to Dragonbay Premium Cruise and join some interesting activities such as cooking demonstration, sunset party and relaxing on the sundeck to catch the daily spectacular of a gorgeous panorama.
Don’t miss the Happy Hour at our bar as well.
After that, the captain will let the cruise stop at a quiet area of the bay.
19:00 A special dinner of fresh seafood and an assortment of appetizing delicacies will be served.
20:45 In the late evening, take your leisure time to chat at the bar, playing games, squid fishing, singing karaoke …
Overnight onboard
Day 2: Lan Ha bay - Tuan Chau Harbor - Hanoi (Breakfast/Brunch)
06:00 Be an early riser and attend healthy Tai Chi practice on the sundeck. Sunrise photography is awesome.
06:30 - 07:15 Enjoy breakfast in the restaurant.
07:20 - 8:20 Hop on Tender cruise, we’ll take you on a sightseeing tour for the scenery of Lan Ha bay you may have missed.
09:00 - 09:30 It’s time to pack your things, do the check-out procedure. Make sure not to forget your belongings.
10:00 Enjoy brunch on the cruise.
10:45 Travel on a tender boat back to Tuan Chau Harbor. Make your farewell to the crew.
11:45 - 12:00 Get into the shuttle bus for a return to Hanoi.
15:00 - 15:30 Drop off at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter (If the transfer is booked with Dragonbay Premium Cruise).
End of services.
Important Notes
IMPORTANT NOTES
- Cruise itinerary might be changed due to weather and other conditions without prior notice.
- Swimming or kayaking activity may not be possible due to bad weather. Unused services are not subjected to a refund.
- Meals onboard are served with seafood, Vietnamese and international style. Any special request for food preference, allergies or dietary requirements should be informed at least 1 day before the departure date.
- Advanced registration with full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport number and visa expired date is required for all passengers.
- Wifi is available in the restaurant/bar area only, internet connectivity is limited due to geography of Ha Long Bay
CHILDREN POLICY:
- Free for under 5 years old children sharing with their parent. Only one child one cabin, second child will be charge 50% as adult.
- Charge 50% for children 5 and 6 years old sharing with their parent.
- Charge 75% for the children from 7 to 9 years old sharing with their parent.
- Full charge for the children at 10 years old and above
SURCHARGES HOLIDAY (20USD/PAX/DAY):
- Christmas
- New Year
- Lunar New Year
- Labor Day
- Independent Day
- Vietnam National Day
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INCLUDED • Welcome drink. • Boutique, en-suite cabin with A/C, hot water. • All meals on a boat. • Tea & coffee in the room and breakfast. • Tour guide on board. • Kayaking. |
EXCLUDED • Personal expenses. • Drinks and Beverages • Bank charge (for payment by credit cards). • Transfer VIP limousine (+15USD/Pax/way) • Shuttle Bus Services |
Day 1: HANOI – HAI PHONG - HALONG BAY - LAN HA BAY (L, D)
| 12h30 | Transfer by tender to the PEONY CRUISE. |
| 13h00 | We welcome our guests onboard the PEONY CRUISE and then check in, enjoy Welcome Drink, receive cruise briefing, safety instructions and check in. Start cruising and explore Halong Bay - one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature. |
| 13h15 | PEONY CRUISE proceeds to Da Chong islet, where you can see a lighthouse built by the French over 100 years ago. Have International Buffet Lunch while passing via the islets of Con Vit area. These amazing limestone karst formations rise up out of the sea in an impressive manner. This area is untouched, as not many cruise ships use the route via the Cat Ba Island - Thoi Quyt area - Coc Ngoi islet - through Gia Luan area where is belong to Cat Ba National Park |
| 15h30 | Explore the bay in the area where Ao Ech is situated. You enjoy on your own for kayaking at Ao Ech area to discover the hidden charm of Lan Ha Bay with its quieter. |
| 16h30 | Peony Cruise gets in the less populated area at Tra Bau where is located in Lan Ha Bay. You will enjoy the green emerald and cool water by swimming. |
| 17h30 | Returning PEONY CRUISE, you can watch the magnificent sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin. Onboard you may join a traditional cooking class. Our chef will instruct you in the making of some Vietnam dishes. In the early evening the boat has its Happy Hour deal Option: Massage service available. Please book with Cruise Manager directly (please see massage menu) |
| 19h30 | Sumptuous Candlelight Deluxe Dinner Set Menu is served. Enjoy delicious local food prepared and served for you by our wonderful onboard catering staff. This is a delightful meal in an intimate romantic setting |
| 21h30 | Enjoy the landscape of the bay at night up on the top deck. Relax whilst enjoying drinks from the bar. Try your hand at night squid fishing, watching a movie in the restaurant. Overnight on board. Option: Massage service available. Please book with Cruise Manager directly (please see massage menu) |
| 23h00 | End of Day One program |
Day 2: LAN HA BAY (B, L, D)
| 6h15 | The day starts early onboard PEONY CRUISE with Tai Chi session on the sundeck. The breakfast is served in the restaurant with morning view of bay’s landscape, then continue our journey. |
| 8h30 | Transfer to Peony Day Boat to visit Viet Hai village. You will take the bicycle trip along the village path and go through rain forests and dark tunnel. Enjoy stunning scenery of rice fields on the way. Stop at the village to relax. Visit an ancient local house, made from straw, mud, bamboo…you will have chance to see the local life on a valley of local people. Optional electric car service is available (at an extra cost). Back to day boat for visiting Lan Ha Bay. Lunch served on day boat. |
| 13h30 | Visiting Lan Ha Bay, taking a free breeze at area with the path less visited. You will use your imagination to name any beautiful islands in Lan Ha Bay or get the interesting introduction of our professional tour guide on Peony Day Boat |
| 15h00 | Return to PEONY CRUISE. Enjoying swimming at the untouched area. Then, you will join a traditional cooking class. Our chef will instruct you in the making of some Vietnam dishes. Watch the magnificent sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin. In the early evening the boat has its Happy Hour deal |
| 19h30 | Deluxe Dinner is served. Enjoy delicious local food prepared and served for you by our wonderful onboard catering staff. This is a delightful meal in an intimate romantic setting |
| 21h30 | Enjoy the landscape of the bay at night up on the top deck. Relax whilst enjoying drinks from the bar. Try your hand at night squid fishing, watching a movie in the restaurant. Overnight on board. Option: Massage service available. Please book with Cruise Manager directly (please see massage menu) |
| 23h00 | End of Day Two program |
Day 3: HALONG BAY – HA NOI (B, L)
| 06h15 | Why not rise early to witness the bay at its very best whilst enjoying an invigorating Tai Chi session on the sundeck; after which we serve the breakfast. Upon completing breakfast continue our journey and head out to explore the bay. |
| 7h45 | We progress to Trung Trang cave by our bus on Cat Ba island which is located in the middle of Cat Ba National Park with Kim Giao forest around the cave. Trung Trang Valley is the largest valley on Cat Ba Island. The valley covers an area of approximately 300 hectares, has a depth of 10m to 30m and is around 15km in the middle of Cat Ba National Park. Trung Trang Cave measures 300m lengthwise through the mountains. The cave was carved by nature for more than 2000 years. The cave has many stalactites that take on various shapes that will awe and inspire visitors to use their imagination.. |
| 9h45 | Peony Cruise welcomes you back on board and it is time for fixing the bill and checking out |
| 10h00 | Whilst cruising back you can enjoy a delightful brunch |
| 10h30 | Tea Ceremony is served at the restaurant. You will learn how to enjoy Vietnamese tea and Vietnamese cultural at this ceremony. Joining Tea Ceremony with our crews team and have great fun with us! |
| 12h00 | We return to the quay side in the south of the bay, where our visitors disembark. |
| We bid farewell at GOT ferry, this is the end of the program. |
Important Notes
Trip includes:
- VAT
- English speaking tour guide on boat
- All meals aboard as mentioned in the itineraries (03 lunches, 02 dinners, 02 breakfasts)
- Kayaking, Cooking class, Tai chi exercise, Swimming (if the weather permits, Movies, Squid fishing, Music entertainment, Satellite TV
- Sightseeing entrance fees
- Luxury cabin with A/C
- Day boat for exploring Viet Hai village, kayaking and tour guide
- Welcome drink, cold handkerchief, fresh flower and fresh fruits basket, two bottles of mineral water in each cabin
Trip excludes:
- Airfare, visa arrangements
- Transfer Hanoi - Haiphong - Hanoi
- Beauty Spa Services & Massage
- Beverages, tips, gratuities and other personal expenses
- Surcharge for Xmas, New Year’s Day & Lunar New Year’s Day
- All other services not clearly mentioned above
Remark:
- Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather, tide levels and operating conditions. Swimming or kayaking excursions may be cancelled due to poor weather. Unused services are not subject to a refund.
- Meals on board are fusion: Vietnamese, seafood & international. Guests should advise of any special food preferences, allergies or dietary requirements at least one (1) week prior to the cruise date.
- Advance registration is required with full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport number and visa expiry date for all passengers. A valid passport is required upon check-in. Otherwise, boarding may be denied by port authority.
- Surcharge on Christmas 24/12; New Year 31/12 and Lunar New Year’s Eve.
Star rating: 4 stars
Total cabins: 20 cabins
Cruise type: Sharing cruise
Cruise class: Deluxe
Destination: Ha Long Bay
Decks:
- First Deck: Deluxe cabins and crew area
- Second Deck: Restaurant, bar and additional cabins
- Third Deck: Sundeck and relaxing area for sightseeing
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