A highly recommended experience for travelers who enjoy venturing off the beaten path and discovering the authentic local culture and hidden gems of Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay is to embark on a 3-day journey aboard the 5-star Amanda Luxury Cruise. Explore the stunning beauty of the region while indulging in top-notch amenities and services, making for an unforgettable adventure.
ITINERARY
DAY 1: HANOI – HALONG BAY – LAN HA BAY
07:45 – 08:30 | Pick-up
Pick-up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter for transfer to Halong (applicable to guests booking our transfer service).
11:30 – 12:00 | Arrival at Tuan Chau Marina
Arrive at Tuan Chau Marina and prepare for boarding.
12:30 | Transfer to Amanda Luxury Cruise
A tender boat will transfer you to Amanda Luxury Cruise in approximately 30–45 minutes. Upon arrival, enjoy a welcome drink while the Cruise Manager provides a safety briefing and an overview of the itinerary.
13:00 | Lunch on board
Enjoy lunch as the cruise begins sailing through Lan Ha Bay, a quieter and more pristine extension of Halong Bay. Along the way, admire Finger Islet, Candle Islet, and thousands of impressive limestone islands.
15:30 | Dark & Bright Cave
Explore the beautiful Dark & Bright Cave area by kayak or traditional bamboo boat rowed by local people. Glide through the peaceful lagoon surrounded by limestone cliffs and lush greenery.
17:00 – 18:00 | Sunset Party and Cooking Class
Return to the cruise and relax on the sundeck with Vietnamese tea or coffee while enjoying the sunset. Take advantage of the Happy Hour offer — buy two drinks and receive one free. You may also join the cooking class, where the chef will show you how to prepare traditional Vietnamese fried spring rolls.
19:00 | Gala Dinner
Enjoy a candlelit dinner featuring local specialities on the sundeck, weather permitting.
20:00 – 23:00 | Evening Activities
Spend a relaxing evening surrounded by the peaceful scenery of Lan Ha Bay. Activities include bamboo dancing, the Footsteps of Heritage traditional costume show, squid fishing, and a complimentary herbal foot bath — one set per cabin. Drinks at the Sky Bar and massage treatments are available at an additional charge.
The cruise anchors overnight in a quiet area of Lan Ha Bay.
DAY 2: VIET HAI VILLAGE – CAT BA ISLAND
06:15 | Tai Chi Session
Begin the day with a Tai Chi session on the sundeck while enjoying the peaceful morning scenery of Lan Ha Bay. Guests wishing to watch the sunrise may wake up between 05:30 and 06:00, depending on the season.
06:30 – 07:15 | Light Breakfast
Enjoy tea, coffee, and pastries at the restaurant as the cruise sails towards the next destination.
08:30 | Viet Hai Village, Cat Ba Island
Transfer to a day boat and cruise through Lan Ha Bay to Viet Hai Village on Cat Ba Island. From Viet Hai Pier, cycle approximately 5 kilometres through the peaceful countryside to the village, which lies within Cat Ba National Park and is surrounded by forest-covered mountains. Despite its growing popularity, Viet Hai has retained its quiet and unspoiled atmosphere. Guests who prefer not to cycle may travel by electric car.
12:00 | Lunch on the Day Boat
The day boat anchors in a quiet and scenic area, where lunch is served on board.
13:00 – 14:00 | Kayaking at Tai Queo Cave
Explore the Tai Queo Cave area by kayak with the guide. Paddle through a limestone cave leading to a secluded lagoon surrounded by dramatic karst mountains, often described as the “Dragon’s Eye”.
14:00 – 14:30 | Swimming at Ba Trai Dao Beach
Continue to the Ba Trai Dao area, where you can swim and relax in the clear, calm water.
16:00 – 16:30 | Return to Amanda Luxury Cruise
Return to Amanda Luxury Cruise and relax on the sundeck with a plate of fresh fruit while sailing through the scenic Tra Bau overnight anchorage.
17:00 – 18:00 | Sunset Party and Cooking Class
Relax on board and enjoy the sunset over Lan Ha Bay. Join the Sunset Party and take advantage of the Happy Hour offer — buy two drinks and receive one free. You may also join the cooking class, where the chef will show you how to prepare traditional Vietnamese dishes such as fried spring rolls.
19:00 | Gala Dinner
Enjoy a selection of local dishes prepared and served by the onboard team while admiring the evening scenery of Lan Ha Bay.
20:00 – 23:00 | Evening Activities
Spend a relaxing evening on board with activities including bamboo dancing, the Footsteps of Heritage traditional costume show, squid fishing, and a complimentary herbal foot bath. Drinks at the Sky Bar and massage treatments are available at an additional charge.
The cruise anchors overnight in a quiet area of Lan Ha Bay.
DAY 3: LAN HA BAY – HALONG BAY – HANOI
06:15 | Tai Chi Session
Begin the day with a Tai Chi session on the sundeck while enjoying the peaceful morning scenery. Guests wishing to watch the sunrise may wake up between 05:30 and 06:00, depending on the season.
06:30 – 07:00 | Light Breakfast
Enjoy tea, coffee, and pastries at the restaurant as the cruise sails towards the next destination.
08:00 | Tra Bau Area
Visit the Tra Bau area for kayaking and swimming amid the beautiful limestone scenery. The area is known as one of the filming locations associated with Kong: Skull Island.
09:00 | Return to the Cruise
Return to Amanda Luxury Cruise and relax before check-out.
09:30 | Check-out
Complete the check-out procedure and settle any additional charges.
09:45 | Early Lunch
Enjoy a buffet-style early lunch at the restaurant on the second deck.
10:45 – 11:30 | Return to Tuan Chau Marina
Transfer by tender boat to Waiting House No. 12 at Tuan Chau Marina, marking the end of the cruise.
11:30 – Return to Hanoi if you booked the transfer service.
15:00 – 15:30 – Drop-off at your address in Hanoi Old Quarter or the meeting point.
NOTE:
- Cruise itinerary might be changed due to weather and other conditions without prior notice. Swimming or kayaking activity may be not possible due to bad weather.
- Wifi is available in the restaurant/bar area only, internet connectivity is limited due to geography of Halong Bay & Lan Ha Bay.
PRICE
Group Tour:
| Price | Single Supplement | |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Suite | 453 272 | 169 |
| Senior Suite | 497 298 | 185 |
| Royal Suite | 541 325 | 202 |
| Junior Connecting Suite (min 3 adults) | 453 272 | 169 |
| Senior Connecting Suite (min 3 adults) | 497 298 | 185 |
Group Tour:
| Price | Single Supplement | |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Suite | 453 263 | 169 |
| Senior Suite | 497 288 | 185 |
| Royal Suite | 541 314 | 202 |
| Junior Connecting Suite (min 3 adults) | 453 263 | 169 |
| Senior Connecting Suite (min 3 adults) | 497 288 | 185 |
Children Price
- Child from 9 years must pay the full adult rate
- Free of charge for babies (0 – 3 years old)
- Children from 4 to under 8 years old: 75% of adult rate
INCLUSIONS & EXCLUSIONS
Inclusions
- Welcome drink and cold towel
- Tea, coffee, bottled mineral water and amenities according to room standards.
- All meals on board
- Foot bath basin in the room and free herbal bags
- Fruit in all rooms
- Swimming, Kayaking, Cooking Class, Biking
- Afternoon tea
- Wifi board
- Complementary room setup for birthday, wedding anniversary, honeymoon (if any)
- Service fee and insurance as required in sightseeing tickets.
- Fishing equipment
Exclusions
- Round trip transfer Hanoi – Halong – Hanoi (Choose in Booking Page)
- Beverages, spa and personal expenses.
- Holiday surcharge: Christmas, New Year & Lunar New Year
- Airfares, VISA service, VAT
- All services not clearly mentioned.
POLICIES & OTHER INFORMATION
Cancellation by Customer
- More than 15 days before arrival: Free of charge.
- Within 7 days to 15 days before arrival: 30% of total tour price.
- Within 3 days to 7 days before starting time: 50% of total tour price.
- Within 72 hours before starting time: 100% of total tour price.
Cancellation due to bad weather
- Have lunch onboard and without cruising: 35 USD/pax
- Have lunch onboard and using cruise for day cruising: Half price of 2 days 1 night itinerary
- 3 days 2 nights itinerary, but shortened to 2 days 1 night itinerary: Charged as 2 days 1 night itinerary
- Used transfer service: As transfer service rate



























