Doris Grand Cruise – 2 Days 1 Night
Day 1: Tuan Chau Port – Lan Ha Bay – Ba Trai Dao Beach (Lunch/Dinner)
08:20–08:50 – Pick-Up in Hanoi Old Quarter
Pick-up from your hotel lobby in Hanoi Old Quarter if you have booked the limousine bus or regular private car service.
12:15–12:30 – Arrival and Check-In
Arrive at the waiting lounge to complete check-in. A transfer boat will take you to Doris Grand Cruise.
13:00–13:30 – Welcome Aboard and Lunch
Board Doris Grand Cruise near Finger Islet. Enjoy a welcome drink, attend the safety briefing, and check in to your cabin. Afterwards, savor a delicious lunch while admiring iconic limestone formations, including Turtle Islet and Man Head Islet.
15:00 – Kayaking and Swimming in Lan Ha Bay
Reach a peaceful area of Lan Ha Bay for swimming or kayaking. Accompanied by a guide, explore the bay's beautiful natural surroundings and clear waters. Discover Ba Trai Dao Beach, also known as Three Peaches Beach, where distinctive limestone mountains surround a charming small beach.
17:00–17:15 – Return to Doris Grand Cruise
Return to the cruise and enjoy additional time for swimming or kayaking near the vessel.
17:45 – Sunset Party
Relax during the sunset party with fresh fruit, cakes, and tea while watching the sun descend over the bay.
18:00 – Vietnamese Cooking Class
Join the cruise's chef for a cooking class and learn about Vietnamese cuisine.
19:15 – Fine-Dining Dinner
Enjoy a fine-dining dinner at the onboard restaurant.
20:30–22:00 – Evening Entertainment
Spend the evening enjoying onboard activities, including card games, chess, music, squid fishing, or simply relaxing.
Overnight on Board
Stay overnight aboard Doris Grand Cruise.
Day 2: Doris Grand Cruise – Lan Ha Bay – Viet Hai Village, Cat Ba – Hanoi (Breakfast/Lunch)
06:00–06:30 – Sunrise Tai Chi
Begin the morning with a Tai Chi session on the sundeck.
06:45–07:30 – Morning Views and Light Breakfast
Admire the bay's morning scenery with a cup of tea or coffee, followed by a light breakfast.
07:45–08:00 – Discover Viet Hai Village or Enjoy Onboard Activities
Visit Viet Hai Village on Cat Ba Island by bicycle or electric car to discover the peaceful lifestyle of the local community. Alternatively, remain onboard and enjoy mini golf, swimming, kayaking on the bay, or time to relax on the cruise.
10:00 – Return and Check-Out
Return to Doris Grand Cruise and complete the check-out process.
10:30 – Lunch on Board
Enjoy lunch onboard before the return journey.
11:45 – Transfer Boat to Tuan Chau Harbor
Say goodbye to the crew and board the transfer boat back to Tuan Chau Harbor.
12:15 – Arrival at Tuan Chau Harbor
Arrive at Tuan Chau Harbor.
15:30–16:00 – Transfer Back to Hanoi
Transfer back to Hanoi, concluding the cruise experience.
Note: The cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change without prior notice due to weather and operational conditions.
Inclusions
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Entrance fees and sightseeing fees.
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English- and Vietnamese-speaking guide.
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Luxury cabins with air conditioning, private balcony, sea-view window, shower, and bathtub.
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Welcome drink and one fresh fruit platter in the room.
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Meals onboard: two lunches, one dinner, and one breakfast.
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Sunrise Tai Chi class.
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Sunset party and cooking class.
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Cycling in Viet Hai Village.
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Kayaking, squid fishing, and karaoke.
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Complimentary gym room and indoor children's play area.
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Outdoor four-season Jacuzzi.
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Mini golf with golf equipment.
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Internet access and K+ TV.
Exclusions
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Drinks.
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Round-trip transfers between Hanoi Old Quarter and Ha Long Bay/Lan Ha Bay.
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Tips for the cruise team and driver.
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Personal expenses.
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All services and items not specifically listed as included.