Hoàn Kiếm Trip Overview
Heritage Cruises introduces the first Vietnamese boutique cruise on the Red River and the Gulf of Tonkin. Our fleet of vessels combines classic elegance with comfort, showcasing the country’s history, art, cuisine and culture.
Cat Ba Archipelago is an exotic destination with pristine beaches, secluded lagoons, coves, tropical forest and lakes. On this program, find the best places for kayaking, biking and discovery.
DESTINATIONS
Halong Bay – Lan Ha Bay
Da Chong Islet
Ba Trai Dao Beach (Lan Ha Bay)
Dark and Bright Cave
ACTIVITIES
Cave exploration
Kayaking or bamboo-boat ride
Swimming
Massages (extra charge)
Cookery class
Vietnamese cultural films
Musical entertainment
Vovinam
Additional Info
Duration: 2 days
Starts: Hoàn Kiếm, Vietnam
Trip Category: Multi-day & Extended Tours >> Multi-day Cruises
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Heritage Cruises introduces the first Vietnamese boutique cruise on the Red River and the Gulf of Tonkin. Our fleet of vessels combines classic elegance with comfort, showcasing the country’s history, art, cuisine and culture.
Cat Ba Archipelago is an exotic destination with pristine beaches, secluded lagoons, coves, tropical forest and lakes. On this program, find the best places for kayaking, biking and discovery.
DESTINATIONS
Halong Bay – Lan Ha Bay
Da Chong Islet
Ba Trai Dao Beach (Lan Ha Bay)
Dark and Bright Cave
ACTIVITIES
Cave exploration
Kayaking or bamboo-boat ride
Swimming
Massages (extra charge)
Cookery class
Vietnamese cultural films
Musical entertainment
Vovinam
Itinerary
Day 1: Hanoi – Haiphong – Halong Bay – Lan Ha Bay in Cat Ba Archipelago
Stop At: Hanoi, Hanoi
8:00 – 8:30 You will be greeted at your hotel to take the new highway to Got Ferry Terminal, Cat Hai Town, Haiphong City (if book our shuttle bus). You will travel on the longest bridge in Southeast Asia and be greeted at our lounge before boarding.
12:30 Board the Heritage Cruises 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.
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Stop At: Gia Luận, Cát Hải, Haiphong, Vietnam
12:40 Cruise to Da Chong islet, where you can see a heritage lighthouse built by the French more than 100 years ago. After lunch, cruise to Gia Luan Lagoon where limestone karst formations rise out of the sea. This quiet bay is untouched and remote, as not many cruise ships visit.
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Stop At: Ba Trai Dao, Việt Hải, Cát Hải, Hải Phòng, Vietnam
15:30 The cruise vessel approaches the Ba Trai Dao or Three Peach beaches in Lan Ha Bay, a natural frontier between the provinces of Halong and Haiphong. This secret hideaway has beaches, caves and coves, plus the spectacular natural beauty of about 400 islands. Guests can try kayaking or simply swim in the clear waters of the bay.
17:30 Back on Heritage Cruises, enjoy life aboard the vessel or in your suite, and with cocktail in hand watch the sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin.
18:30 Activities include afternoon tea and the chef will lead a Vietnamese cookery class.
19:30 A memorable dining experience will be offered at the restaurant, with local food in an intimate and romantic setting.
21:30 Enjoy evening views of the bay at the bar on the top deck. The bars are open until late.
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Meals included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Cruise
Day 2: Halong Bay – Hanoi
Stop At: Halong Bay, Halong Bay, Quang Ninh Province
6:15 Start the day with a session of Vovinam on the sundeck,
6:45 The guests will enjoy a light breakfast on board.
7:15 Head off in a bamboo boat to explore the Dark and Bright Cave
9:00-9:30 Return to the ship for checkout.
10:00 Enjoy brunch while cruising back to harbour.
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Stop At: Hanoi, Hanoi
11:00 Return to Got Harbour and relax at our lounge while your transportation arrives.
12:10 Departure to Hanoi for those who have booked our Limousine service.
14:00 Approximate time of arrival in Hanoi, and drop-off at your hotel.
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Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
No accommodation included on this day.
