Le Journey Halong Cruise | Halong & Lan Ha Bay 3 days 2 nights

8:00 – 8:30 AM: If transport is included, our driver will pick you up from your hotel in the heart of Hanoi. From there, we’ll begin our journey to Halong City, enjoying a scenic drive through the picturesque Red River Delta. The trip takes approximately 2.5 to 3 hours, with a convenient stop along the way for restrooms if needed.

11:30 - 12:00: Upon arrival at Tuan Chau Cruise Port, you will receive a warm welcome from our cruise staff in the waiting lounge and complete the check-in procedure.

12:30: Upon boarding Le Journey Cruise, our crew will greet you with a refreshing drink and a cold towel before you check into your cabin. The vessel will depart from Tuan Chau Marina, taking you on an exciting journey to discover the beauty of Ha Long Bay. Along the way, enjoy views of some of the most beautiful spots and admire the grandeur of the Bay with its thousands of limestone islands as we head to Surprising Cave.

Lunch will be served in our onboard restaurant while we cruise towards Surprising Cave.

14:45: Explore the Surprising Cave, the most beautiful cave in Ha Long Bay. Afterwards, visit Titop Island for swimming and a climb to the top of the island for the best views of Ha Long Bay during the summer.

17:30 - 18:00: Back on board, participate in a sunset party and cooking class as we cruise back towards the shore. Relax with a cup of traditional Vietnamese tea or coffee on the sundeck amid wonderful scenery and a beautiful sunset. Although Ha Long Bay is calm during the day, it becomes even more tranquil and peaceful at sunset. Our chef will guide you in making delicious fresh spring rolls, which you can then enjoy.

17:30 - 18:30: Happy Hour - Buy 2 drinks and get 1 free (cocktails, mocktails, etc.)

19:00 - 20:00: Enjoy dinner on the sundeck, weather permitting. After dinner, take in the peaceful nighttime view of the Bay from the deck. Enjoy music and drinks at the Sky Bar while admiring the breathtaking nighttime scenery, or try squid fishing. The cruise ship will anchor for a peaceful night in a quiet area.  

06:45 - 07:30: Have breakfast on the second floor onboard.  

08:30: Transfer to a smaller boat to explore Lan Ha Bay.  

10:00 - 10:30: Visit the Dark and Bright Cave, famous for its pristine natural beauty and the poetic, attractive seascape of Lan Ha Bay. Here, you can take photos of the romantic and lyrical local sights and enjoy a bamboo boat ride or kayaking—an exciting activity to discover the true beauty of the limestone mountains and the blue sky of Lan Ha Bay.  

11:30: Enjoy lunch on the boat.  

12:30: Swim at Ba Trai Dao Island/Tra Bau if weather permits (about an hour).  

13:30: Cruise back to Halong Bay.  

14:45: Visit a floating pearl farm village and learn the techniques for making high-quality pearls.  

15:25: Return to your cruise, take time to refresh and relax, and join our Sunset Party.  

19:00: Dinner is served on the second floor. Overnight on board.

06:45 - 07:30: Enjoy breakfast on board while the boat starts cruising to the Natural Preservation Area.

07:45 - 09:00: Go kayaking to explore Pearl Village or Luon Cave. If you're lucky, you might capture great photos of mischievous monkeys playing around the cliffs.

09:30: Check-out time. Please place your luggage outside your cabin and leave the room key at the reception desk. Our staff will transfer your luggage to the waiting area. While waiting, you can shop for some products from Le Journey Cruise.

10:00: Enjoy an early lunch at the restaurant on the 2nd floor and settle any bills.

11:00: Arrive at Tuan Chau Marina. The trip ends.  

Our driver will greet you at the Cruise Waiting Lounge and transfer you to Hanoi. The journey takes approximately 2.5-3 hours, with a restroom stop available along the way (optional).