Itinerary 3Days/2Nights
(Subject to change without prior notice)
First Day
12.00 - 12.30: Arrive at Tuan Chau Tourist Wharf. Transfer to La Vela Cruise
12.30: Welcome drink, cruise briefing, safety instruction and cabin check-ins. Your fabulous Halong excursion commences
13.30 - 14.30: Enjoy the buffet lunch onboard while the cruise sails passing by magnificent sceneries of the World Heritage Site
15.00 – 16.00: Explore Sung Sot Cave - Hiking up and down 600 steps to the magnificent limestone formations of the biggest and most marvelous cave in Halong Bay.
16.00 - 16.45: Back to the vessel and continue sailing. Enjoy your
relaxing time aboard, among the magnificence of the Heritage Site. A
wide range of fine wine or spirits are served in the open-air bar on the
sundeck.
17.30: Participate in La Vela cooking class under the attentive
instruction of our top chef, to discover the Vietnamese cuisine of
traditional spring rolls.
19.30Time for dinner and evening entertainments: bar, spa, squid fishing and overnight on the cruise.
Second Day
6.30: Wake up and join the Tai Chi session on Sundeck.
7.00 - 7.30: Enjoy the light breakfast at La Vela Restaurant
8:30 – 8:40: Transfer to Day boat to begin the 2nd day exploring the scenic Halong Bay
10.30: The cruise takes you to Cua Van Floating Village. Time to discover the natural beauty and learn about the fishing life of local people.
12.30: Return to the day boat and continue cruising to Dark & Bright Cave. Meanwhile, enjoy Vietnamese buffet lunch on board.
14.00: Arrive at Dark & Bright Cave. Explore the beautiful cave by
rowing bamboo boats with local people or kayaking by yourself.
15:30 – 16.00: Return to the main boat. Continue cruising and sightseeing in Halong Bay.
17.30: Participate in La Vela cooking class under the attentive
instruction of our top chef, to discover the Vietnamese cuisine of
traditional spring rolls.
19.30 – 21.00: Relax and enjoy the fine-dining dinner, well crafted with superb signature dishes on La Vela Cruise
21.00 – 23.00: Evening Activities – relax at leisure; enjoy Movie Night, Board Games, and Fishing or Beauty Spa services.
Third Day
6.30: Wake up early to enjoy the stunning sunrise on the Bay. Begin a new day with a Tai Chi session on the sundeck
7.00 - 7.30: Coffee & tea with assorted homemade pastries will be served onboard
7.30 - 8.30: Relax or Visit Titop Island. You can take part in an array of exciting activities: swimming, kayaking, trekking…
8.30: Passengers enjoy Vietnamese breakfast while the cruise passing by other beautiful parts of the Bay.
10.30: Check out & back to the Tourist Wharf
10.30 – 12.00: Set lunch served at 1958 Restaurant on Tuan Chau Island (Applied ONLY for guests booking shuttle bus of La Vela Cruises)
12.30: Shuttle bus pick up and back to Hanoi
+ Inclusions
Shuttle bus (Hanoi - Halong - Hanoi)
Welcome drink, juice, tea and coffee in the morning.
Entrance and sightseeing fees
English/French speaking guide onboard
Luxury cabin with Air-conditioner, private bathroom, hot water, shower, standing cabin.
All meals mentioned above (01 lunch, 01 set menu dinner, 01 light breakfast and brunch )
Insurance onboard.
Tax and service charges
+ Exclusions
Hotels, airport transfer
Optional requested services: such as massages, beauty services, music
performances, diving, Barbeques and other specific wishes can be made on
prior request only
Drinks, tips and personal expenses
Beverages
All service non-clearly mentioned in the inclusions list
Kayaking
+ Note:
Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change upon weather conditions.
Advance registration is required with:
Full name
Date of birth,
Nationality,
Gender,
Passport number,
Valid visa to Vietnam for all passengers
Surcharge on above rates for check-in on: Christmas Days: Dec 24th, New Year’s Dec 31st, Lunar New Year.