Halong Bay Cruises

Day 1: Hanoi - Halong Bay - Lan Ha Bay - Ba Trai Dao Area

Morning 

8:00 - 8:30: This is the time for hotel pick-up in Hanoi and transfers to Halong Bay, only for those who book the shuttle bus. (charged separately from cruise's price)

12:00: Welcome to Heritage Cruises Lounge at No.28 of Tuan Chau International Marina for refreshments before boarding the cruise.

12:30: Get on the boat and enjoy a welcome drink as you receive a cruise briefing, safety instructions, and check-in to your suite. 

Lunch is served at L’indochine Restaurant while the cruise embarks and travels leisurely to Lan Ha Bay. Enjoy your tasty meal and admire the stunning view from the luxury restaurant.

Afternoon

After lunch, you can rest briefly before participating in an exciting afternoon excursion.

Start the journey in Ba Trai Dao (Three Peach) (depending on the weather) or Tra Bau. This unspoiled island has fine white sand and crystal-clear water, which is ideal for beach activities such as swimming and kayaking. You can also relax and sunbathe on the beach if you want.

After a fantastic time, we'll return to the boat to admire the stunning sunset scenery from the sundeck with a cocktail on hand. 

Later, you can have afternoon tea and join an interesting Vietnamese cooking class with our chef.

Evening

Enjoy a luxury dinner with excellent local cuisine in a cozy onboard setting. 

Let's admire the night beauty of the bay, sip a cocktail in the cruise’s bar, try your luck with squid fishing or simply rest in your cabin after a long day.

Day 1: Hanoi - Halong Bay - Lan Ha Bay - Tra Bau Area

Morning

8:00 - 8:30: A driver will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter by limousine bus (book separately with extra fee) and depart to Halong Bay - A Wonderful Heritage of the World. 

12:00: Drop off at the Heritage’s waiting lounge at Tuan Chau Port. Prepare to transfer by speedboat to get to the main cruise.

12:30: Get on board, enjoy your welcome drink as you receive cruise briefing and safety instructions, then check-in to your suite. 

Lunch is served at L’Indochine Restaurant. Let’s taste the delicious meal and contemplate the magnificent sceneries made from the limestone mountains of Lan Ha Bay.

Afternoon

The cruise vessel approaches the stunning Ba Trai Dao (if weather permits) or the Tra Bau area. This secret hideaway has beaches, caves, and coves, plus the spectacular natural beauty of about 400 islands. Guests can try kayaking or swimming in the bay's crystal-clear water.

After fantastic beach activities, return to the boat to relax in the pool, admire the stunning sunset scenery from the sundeck, and sip a cocktail.

Enjoy a tea break and an interesting Vietnamese cooking class afterward, and learn how to cook a simple traditional dish.

Evening

The restaurant will offer a memorable dining experience with local food in an intimate and romantic setting.

Enjoy evening views of the bay at the bar on the top deck (The bars are open until late), or try squid fishing.

Stay overnight on the Heritage Binh Chuan.

Day 2: Lan Ha Bay - Viet Hai Village - Ba Trai Dao Beaches

Morning

Let's begin your new day with the Vovinam training, followed by coffee, tea, and pastries. 

Then, you'll get to Viet Hai Village by speedboat. This unspoiled fishing village attracts many tourists who love to explore nature. You can ride a bicycle or travel by electric car through rice paddies to explore traditional old houses and the local life here. 

You also have a chance to have lunch at a local restaurant in Viet Hai Village.

Return to the cruise and continue the trip to Lan Ha Bay after a tasty lunch.

Afternoon

Visit the Cat Ba Archipelago, and you will briefly glimpse Cai Beo Floating Village, the oldest fishing village in Vietnam.

The second stop is Ba Trai Dao Beach, where you can explore the secret trail and beaches, enclosed by vertical cliffs (if the weather and tide permit), or swim and kayak in the Tra Bau area.

After an afternoon full of fantastic experiences, get back on board to admire the stunning sunset scenery from the cruise sundeck with some cocktails, beer, and fine wine.

Then, you can participate in an interesting Vietnamese cooking class and learn about Vietnamese cuisine.

Evening

The restaurant will offer a memorable dining experience with local food in an intimate and romantic setting for guests.

Enjoy nightlife activities. You can admire the bay's night beauty, sip a cocktail in the cruise's bar, try night squid fishing, or rest in your cabin.

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Highlight Services & Facilities

• Art Gallery
• Bar
• Cafe & Lounge
• Fitness Center
• Pool
• Spa & Massage
• Library
• Private Balcony
• Wine Cellar

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Inspired by the king of ships in Vietnam, the Heritage Binh Chuan Cruise uniquely shows the beauty of Vietnamese history, cuisine, and culture. In this luxury 5-star cruise, guests can feel the beauty of Vietnamese traditions on an overnight cruise in Lan Ha Bay and Cat Ba Island. With a passionate team, Heritage Binh Chuan Cruise promises to ensure a first-class and personalized voyage for all passengers.

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Facilities & Deck Plan
The boutique Heritage Binh Chuan Cruise has a total of 4 decks. The 1st & 2nd floors are mostly guest cabins, the 3rd & 4th deck is the public area and sundeck:

• The 1st deck (main deck): start from the entrance, you’ll see Le Tonkin Restaurant and the reception area, next are 06 Delta Suites and 02 Captain Suites. At the bow is the Wine Cellar and a small terrace.
• The 2nd deck has 2 guest areas with 10 Ocean Suites and 02 Regal Suites divided by a Libary and Van Don Shop in the middle.

Food & Drink​

On this cruise, you will enjoy sumptuous meals on board with various European, Asian, and seafood dishes different for each meal.

Usually, breakfast is served at 6:45, 13:30 for lunch, and 19:30 for dinner.

• The 2-day-1-night includes 04 meals: 01 buffet lunch, 01 set menu dinner, 01 buffet breakfast, and 01 buffet brunch.
• The 3-day-2-night includes 07 meals: 02 buffet lunches, 02 set menu dinners, 02 buffet breakfasts, and 01 buffet brunch.

 

Price Includes

• Luxury cabin with air conditioner
• Welcome drink, cold handkerchief, two bottle of mineral water in each cabin
• English speaking tour guide
• All meals aboard as mentioned in the itineraries (02 lunches, 01 dinner, 01 breakfast)
• Activities: kayaking, cooking class, Tai Chi exercise, swimming (if weather permits), squid fishing, movies, music entertainment
• Sightseeing entrance fees

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Price Excludes

• Transfer from Hanoi - Halong - Hanoi (book in next step)
• Airfare, visa arrangements
• Beauty Spa Services & Massage
• Beverages, tips, gratuities and other personal expenses
• All other services NOT clearly mentioned above

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Cancellation Policy
Cancellation by Customer

• For Group under 5 cabins:
• More than 21 days prior to check-in: FREE of charge
• From 11 to 20 days prior to check-in: 30% of total rates
• From 04 to 10 days prior to check-in: 50% of total rates
• Less than 4 days prior to check-in: 100% of total rates
• No-Show: 100% of total rates

Cancellation due to bad weather
If the cancellation be announced by the Management Board of Halong Bay, depend on the timing of the cancellation, following policies will be applied:

• Before departure from Hanoi to Halong Bay (none of the services has been used): 100% refund.
• During the trip (some services have been used: transfer, lunch, day trip, hotel in Halong, etc.): used services will be charged, the rest will be refunded.
• The trip be cut down from 2 nights to 1 night, tourists will be charged a 2 days/1 night trip, plus other used services, the rest will be refunded.
• The final cost will be confirmed by your consultant via email. In all cases, please contact us directly for any urgent help. We are here to support you with all of our best!

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Children Policy

• Children below 5 years old is F.O.C sharing room with parents. In case the parent's room has 02 children under 5 years old sharing the same bed with their parents, the second child will be charged 75% of the price of 1 adult.
• Children from 5 to under 11 staying on separate bed: charge 75% adult price, sharing room with parents
• 2 Child from 5 - under 11 share a private room: 80% adult rate.
• Children from 11 years old consider adult