Heritage Cruises - 3D2N - Itinerary

Day 01: Hanoi– Ha Long Bay – Lan Ha Bay in Cat Ba Archipelago

• 8:00 - 8:30: Embark on your journey with a hotel pick-up for a comfortable ride on the new highway to Tuan Chau International Marina, Halong City (if you've booked our shuttle bus).

• 12:00: Arrive at Heritage Cruises Lounge at No.28 of Tuan Chau International Marina for refreshments before boarding.

• 12:30: Board the Heritage Cruises boat, receive a warm welcome with a drink, cruise briefing, safety instructions, and check-in to your suite. Lunch is served at L’Indochine Restaurant.

• 12:40: Experience the breathtaking sceneries of Lan Ha Bay – Cat Ba Archipelago, known for its untouched beauty and remote charm, as fewer cruise boats venture on this route.

• 15:30: Explore the Ba Trai Dao (Three Peach beaches) or Tra Bau area in Lan Ha Bay, a natural border between Halong and Haiphong. This secluded hideaway boasts beaches, caves, and coves, offering guests the opportunity to try kayaking or swimming in the crystal-clear waters.

• 17:30: Return to Heritage Cruises, relax aboard the vessel or in your suite, and savor a cocktail while witnessing the sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin.

• 18:30: Activities include afternoon tea, and the chef will lead a Vietnamese cooking class.

• 19:30: Dine in a memorable setting at the restaurant, enjoying local food in an intimate and romantic atmosphere.

• 21:30: Enjoy evening views of the bay at the top deck bar and try your hand at squid fishing. The bars remain open until late.
  Overnight onboard.

Day 02: Ha Long Bay - Lan Ha Bay

• 06:15: Begin your day with a Vovinam session on the sundeck, followed by coffee, tea, and pastries.

• 8:30: Transfer to a speedboat or day cruise to visit Viet Hai Village. Explore the village on a bicycle ride or electric car through a rainforest tunnel, leading to a picturesque rice-field vista. Visit a traditional house in a village deep in a national park to observe the local lifestyle. Lunch is served at Viet Hai village restaurant or on the day cruise.

• 13:30: Visit the Cat Ba Archipelago, cruise through the Cai Beo floating village, and then head to the Ba Trai Dao beaches. Explore the secret trail and beaches enclosed by vertical cliffs (if weather and tide permit) or engage in swimming and kayaking in Tra Bau area.

• 15:30: Return to Heritage Cruises to enjoy cocktails, beer, and fine wine as the sky changes color.

• 17:30: Relax aboard the vessel or in your suite, and with a cocktail in hand, watch the sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin. The chef will lead a Vietnamese cooking class.

• 19:30: Indulge in a fine-dining experience in the main restaurant.

• 21:30: Welcome the night at the top deck bar or try squid fishing. The bars remain open late.
  Overnight onboard.