Exploring Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay on Le Journey Luxury Cruise for 3 days is highly recommended for travelers who love discovering hidden beauty, authentic local culture, and peaceful natural scenery away from the crowds.
ITINERARY
DAY 1: HANOI – HA LONG BAY – LAN HA BAY
08:00 – 08:30 | Pick-up Time
Guests who book our transfer service will be picked up from hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter and go to Halong Bay – Lan Ha Bay.
If you are not using our transfer, please arrive at Tuan Chau Harbor by the time below.
11:30 – 12:00 | Arrive at Tuan Chau Harbor
12:00 | Board the Cruise
Transfer to the main boat by tender and embark on Le Journey Luxury Cruise.
Enjoy a welcome drink as the Cruise Manager gives a short briefing on safety and the itinerary. After that, check in to your cabin.
13:15 | Lunch Time
A delicious lunch is served while Le Journey begins its journey through the stunning seascape of Halong Bay – an extension of the World Heritage area, quieter and less crowded. You will pass by iconic sites such as Finger Islet, Candle Islet, and countless limestone towers and islets.
15:00 | Explore Tra Bau Area
Enjoy kayaking and swimming at Tra Bau, the famous filming location of Kong: Skull Island (2018). Discover the natural beauty and calm waters of this hidden gem.
17:00 – 18:00 | Sunset Party, Happy Hour & Cooking Class
Return to the cruise and relax while watching the sunset over Lan Ha Bay – a truly magical moment.
Join our Sunset Party and Happy Hour Deals, then take part in a Vietnamese Cooking Class led by our chef. Learn how to make traditional dishes such as fresh or fried spring rolls and vegetable carvings.
19:00 | Deluxe Dinner
Enjoy a special dinner prepared by our onboard chefs. The night view of Lan Ha Bay under the stars is simply breathtaking.
20:30 – 22:00 | Evening Activities
After dinner, join various onboard activities: squid fishing, karaoke, watching movies, relaxing at the bar, or treating yourself to a spa session.
Overnight on Le Journey Luxury Cruise.
DAY 2: LAN HA BAY – VIET HAI VILLAGE – CAT BA ISLAND
06:00 – 07:00 | Morning on the Cruise
Wake up to the peaceful beauty of the bay. Enjoy tea, coffee, and a light breakfast while cruising past stunning karst formations.
07:45 – 08:30 | Discover Viet Hai Village – Cat Ba Island
Transfer to our day boat to explore deeper into Lan Ha Bay.
Cycle through scenic rice fields to reach Viet Hai Village, a quiet and charming village surrounded by lush mountains. Visit local houses made of straw, mud, and bamboo, and learn about the daily life of the villagers.
12:00 | Lunch on Day Boat
Return to the day cruise and enjoy a delicious lunch served onboard.
14:00 | Relax at Ba Trai Dao Beach
Visit Ba Trai Dao Beach or another quiet area of Lan Ha Bay. This area is famous for its crystal-clear water, white sand, and tranquility. You can swim, sunbathe, or go kayaking.
15:30 | Back to Le Journey Cruise
Return to the main cruise to relax and enjoy the sunset while listening to music and sipping cocktails.
19:00 | Dinner Time
Savor another great dinner served in the onboard restaurant.
20:30 – 22:00 | Evening Entertainment
Experience the peaceful nightlife of Halong Bay – enjoy music, cocktails, karaoke, or squid fishing with our crew. You can also relax privately in your cabin and admire the bay from your balcony.
Overnight on Le Journey Luxury Cruise.
DAY 3: LAN HA BAY – HA LONG BAY – HANOI
05:45 – 06:00 | Morning on the Cruise
Join a Tai Chi session on the sundeck as the sun rises.
Enjoy tea, coffee, and a light breakfast in the fresh morning air.
07:15 | Visit Quan Y Cave
Take a tender to Gia Luan Port, then continue by car (20 minutes) to Quan Y Cave.
08:00 | Explore Quan Y Cave
Discover this fascinating cave, which served as a secret field hospital during the Vietnam War. Built inside a limestone mountain, it includes treatment rooms, recovery areas, and even a small cinema used by wounded soldiers.
09:00 | Return to the Cruise & Check Out
Head back to Le Journey Luxury Cruise to check out and return your cabin key.
09:45 | Brunch Time
Enjoy a tasty brunch as the cruise gently sails back through the emerald waters and limestone karsts toward the harbor.
10:30 – 11:30 | Disembark – Return to Hanoi
Arrive at Tuan Chau Harbor. Guests with pre-booked transfer service will travel back to Hanoi via the expressway.
15:00 – 15:30Â – Drop you off at your address in Hanoi Old Quarter or meeting point.
Note:Â Due to cruising conditions, itineraries may change without prior notice. Wi-Fi is available in the restaurant/bar area, but internet connectivity is limited due to the geography of Halong Bay.
PRICE
| Price | Single Supplement | |
|---|---|---|
| Deluxe Room | 424 263 | 158 |
| Executive Room | 453 281 | 169 |
| Suite Room | 512 317 | 191 |
| Price | Single Supplement | |
|---|---|---|
| Deluxe Room | 424 254 | 158 |
| Executive Room | 453 272 | 169 |
| Suite Room | 512 307 | 191 |
Children Price
- Free of charge for babies (0 – 3 years old)
- Children from 4 to under 8 years old: 75% of adult rate
- Child from 9 years must pay the full adult rate
INCLUSIONS & EXCLUSIONS
TOUR INCLUSION:
- Welcome drinks
- Luxury accommodation with A/C, shower, 1 bottle of water/person.
- All meals on board as mentioned in the itinerary.
- English speaking tour guide.
- Sunset Party and Cooking Class
- All entrance fees and sightseeing fees.
- Kayaking, Bamboo boat and swimming (if the weather permit)
- Fishing equipment
- Service fee and insurance as required in sightseeing tickets.
TOUR EXCLUSION:
- Roundtrip transfer Hanoi – Halong – Hanoi (Choose in Booking Page)
- Drinks in restaurant and inside minibar
- Tips and other personal expenses.
- Holiday Surcharge (Christmas, New Year’s Eve, Vietnamese Tet holiday…) – 50USD/pax
- All services and items not mentioned specifically in the list above
POLICIES & OTHER INFORMATION
Cancellation by Customer
- More than 15 days before arrival: Free of charge.
- Within 7 days to 15 days before arrival: 30% of total tour price.
- Within 3 days to 7 days before starting time: 50% of total tour price.
- Within 72 hours before starting time: 100% of total tour price.
Cancellation Policy due to Bad Weather
We reserve the right to cancel your bookings under some unavoidable circumstances like weather harbour and need to return Hanoi immediately: Full refund will be made.
Cruise cancellation is informed when guests arrive at Tuan Chau harbor and a day trip is permitted, our cruise will arrange a day trip for guests with quotation as below:
- Transportation Hanoi – Tuan Chau – Hanoi: 30USD/pax
- Boat + Lunch + Day trip: 80USD/pax
Cruise cancellation is informed when guests are on a 3 days 2 nights cruise and need to shorten the cruise, quotation as below:
- Cruise until 17:00pm on the second day: Charged 75% as 3 days 2 nights tour
- Finish 2 days 1 night itinerary: Charged as 2 days 1 night tour
