Day 1: Ha Long Bay – Lan Ha Bay
07:45 – 08:15 | Hotel Pick-Up Guests are picked up from hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter. This transfer service is not included in the cabin rate.
08:15 – 11:30 | Transfer To Tuan Chau Marina Travel along the newest highway connecting Hanoi and Hai Phong toward Tuan Chau Marina in Ha Long.
Upon arrival at Station Number 17 – Overnight Cruise Port, Tuan Chau Marina, guests are welcomed by the receptionist at La Casta’s waiting lounge.
11:30 – 12:00 | High-Speed Tender Transfer & Boarding After a short rest at the lounge, take a high-speed tender to the main cruise, with the transfer taking approximately 25 minutes. Upon boarding, receive a warm welcome from the La Casta crew and enjoy a welcome drink.
Attend a short introduction to La Casta Cruise and its safety guidelines at the restaurant. Complete the check-in procedure and settle into your suite cabin.
13:00 | Lunch & Departure For Lan Ha Bay Enjoy lunch at the restaurant as La Casta Cruise begins its voyage to explore Lan Ha Bay.
15:45 | Ba Trai Dao Area – Kayaking, Swimming & Sightseeing Visit Ba Trai Dao and the natural lagoon of Lan Ha Bay. This scenic area features a romantic beach and three small islets resembling giant peaches rising from the sea.
Choose from activities such as kayaking, swimming, sightseeing, and exploring the Ba Trai Dao area.
In unfavorable weather conditions, the destination will be changed to Light Cave to ensure guest safety. Known for its pristine natural beauty and poetic seascapes, Light Cave offers opportunities for kayaking, sightseeing by bamboo boat, and swimming. This is an excellent time to discover the area's striking limestone formations beneath the blue skies of Lan Ha Bay.
17:30 – 18:30 | Sunset Party & Happy Hour Return to La Casta Cruise and relax at the bar during the pre-dinner sunset party. Enjoy the Happy Hour promotion, offering buy two drinks and get one free on selected beverages, while admiring the sunset over the bay.
18:00 | Cooking Demonstration Join the onboard chef for a cooking demonstration and learn how to prepare several simple Vietnamese signature dishes.
19:30 | Dinner Enjoy a special dinner featuring seafood and traditional Vietnamese cuisine on board.
21:00 | Evening Entertainment Spend the evening enjoying activities such as squid fishing and karaoke.
Overnight On Board Spend the night aboard La Casta Cruise.
Day 2: Lan Ha Bay – Hanoi
06:15 | Sunrise & Tai Chi Wake up early for a Tai Chi session on the sundeck. Enjoy the fresh morning air and watch the sunrise over Lan Ha Bay.
07:00 – 07:45 | Breakfast Enjoy breakfast while admiring the morning scenery of the bay, accompanied by a cup of tea or coffee.
08:00 | Tra Bau – Kayaking, Swimming & Sightseeing Admire the spectacular views of the bay and its dramatic limestone islets. Continue to Tra Bau, where you can kayak freely, explore the surrounding scenery, or enjoy a swim.
09:00 | Return To Cabin Return to your cabin, relax, and carefully check all your luggage before leaving the room.
09:30 | Check-Out & Cruise Experience Complete the check-out procedure and enjoy the final part of the cruise through the bay before brunch.
10:30 | Brunch Enjoy brunch at the onboard restaurant.
11:30 | Disembarkation At Tuan Chau Harbor Leave La Casta Cruise at Tuan Chau Harbor. End of the cruise program, with best wishes for a safe onward journey.
Due to cruising conditions, the program may be adjusted without prior notice depending on weather and tidal conditions. Wi-Fi is available, although internet connectivity may be limited because of the geography of Ha Long Bay.
Inclusion
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One night aboard La Casta Cruise
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Entrance fees, sightseeing fee, kayaking, bamboo boat
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English/ Vietnamese speaking tour guide
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Luxury accommodation with shower & bathtub
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Meals onboard: 01 lunch, 01 dinner, 01 breakfast and 01 brunch
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Free WIFI, Satellite – HD LED Television in the cabin
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Exclusion
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Tips for tour guide and driver
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Other services and items not mentioned in the “INCLUSION”
Important Notes
Program & Activities
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The itinerary can be changed without prior notice.
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The timeline of this itinerary is not exact; the actual schedule will be informed on the cruise before departure.
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All activities are included and optional. Guests may stay on the boat and relax instead of participating in outside activities.
Food & Beverage On Board
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All meals on board are included as clearly stated in the program.
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Standard menus are served to all customers. If you have a special dietary request, please inform the cruise at least 24 hours before departure.
Personal Documents & Belongings
- Do not forget to bring a valid ID card or passport, which is required for check-in.