Ha Long – Lan Ha Bay 5* Cruise

11.30 – 12.00 AM: Arrive at the Tuan Chau Harbor in Halong Bay.

Noon: You will be transferred to the main boat by tender. Embark on the Velar of The Sea Cruise and enjoy the warm welcome to the Velar of The Sea Cruise! While you’re having the welcome drink, our cruise manager will brief the cruise and safety introduction. Then you can check in to your cabin.

13.00: Fabulous lunch is served while Velar of The Sea Cruise Luxury Cruise starts sailing into the extension of Halong Bay Wonder - much more tranquil and has less tourist traffic. We will pass the famous Finger Islet, Candle Islet, and thousands of other uniquely shaped limestone towers and islets.

15.00 – 16.00: For the first expedition, we will visit the Dark & Bright Cave – one of the signature sites of the pristine natural seascape in Lan Ha Bay. Take your time to capture some photos while on the bamboo boat or kayaking – a must-try activity to enjoy the close view of turquoise water and the towering islands. Afterward, you can dive into the emerald green water of Lan Ha Bay with exciting swimming activities. The area is safe for swimming.

Note: Please prepare a swimming suit, sun cream and sun class beforehand.

16.30- 18.00: Back to Velar of The Sea Cruise for our sunset activities: Tea Ceremony, Happy Hour, and Cooking Class.  Appreciate the best look of Halong Bay during the day. Join our tea party, have some drinks at discounts, or learn how to make Vietnamese traditional food with chefs! No matter which one you are in, the sunset creates a magical canvas to enhance the experience.

Before dinner, our captain will anchor at the most tranquil area in Lan Ha Bay for the night.

19.00: Savor a deluxe dinner with local food prepared and served for you by our onboard catering staff. Enjoy the meal in front of the incredible night view of Lan Ha Bay.

21.00-23.00: Time for special activities. Immerse yourself in fun activities on board such as squid fishing, trying fabulous drinks on bars, watching movies, spa therapy, or just relaxing in your room.

Overnight on Velar of The Sea Cruise.

 Meals:  Lunch, Dinner

06.00:  Start your day with a Sunrise Tai-chi section on the sundeck to refresh your body and mind. And don’t forget to hunt for photos of the astonishing view of Lan Ha Bay at sunrise.

06.45: Have a light breakfast.  Tea, coffee, and a nutritious menu are served in fresh air and peaceful surroundings. Meanwhile, the Velar of The Sea Cruise continues to pass marvelous karst towers.

07.30:  Our tender brings you to the Tra Bau fishing village, or you can partake in the kayaking experience to explore the Tra Bau area – the filming location for the Kong Skull Island movie (King Kong) in 2018. For a deeper cultural immersion, visit the fish raft and interact with local fishermen to explore their daily lives and traditional fishing methods.

On the way back, our boat will pass slowly through a pearl-farming village so you can see how the locals cultivate pearls.

08.30: Back to the Velar of The Sea Cruise.

09.30: Check out of the cabin.

10.00: Brunch time at the restaurant as our cruise slowly navigates emerald water towards the harbor.

11.00: Transfer to tender.

11.30: Back to Tuan Chau Harbor.

15.00 – 15.30: Bus transfer service will arrive at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter at around 

 Meals:  Breakfast, Lunch