Tour code: BTL E
Departure date: Everyday
Destination: Bai Tu Long Bay, Quang Ninh province, Vietnam.
Duration: 2 and 3 days
Tour type: Top Luxury
BAI TU LONG BAY 2 DAYS 1 NIGHT
Day 1
Hanoi – Bai Tu Long Bay (L/D)
8.00 Depart from Hanoi to Halong Bay by comfortable shuttle bus (optional)
12.00 Upon arrival at Emperor Cruises, located at Hon Gai dock, our team will welcome you in our lounge before boarding.
12.30 Our Experiences Manager will assist you with boarding to start cruising in Bai Tu Long Bay.
Check in to your cabin as we set sail from Vinashin dock to cruise among the many beautiful islets (scenes from the film ‘Indochine’ were filmed here). Bai Tu Long Bay has a wild beauty and the panoramas from the boat are unforgettable.
13.00 An a la carte lunch will be served at our Royal Restaurant on the main deck. Savor delicious Vietnamese food while admiring the grace of the bay.
15.30 Visit Vung Vieng fishing village, the famous pearl-growing village, to view the fishing tanks of the local people. You have time to observe the process of feeding pearl as well as learning a little about the life of the local people.
16.30 Proceed to Vung Vieng floating village to board bamboo boats so the locals can row you around their village and oyster pearl farming plots. Return to the boat by speedboat.
16.35 The cruise continues from the Vung Vieng fishing village to Cong Do (sleeping area), where you will enjoy the wonderful beauty of Bai Tu Long Bay at sunset, admire the striking islands and islets, relax, indulge yourself and savor the peaceful atmosphere which can only be found out here among the islands.
17.20 Choose from kayaking, just relaxing or taking afternoon tea and watching the sky color change as the sun sets.
18.15 Attend our chef’s cooking demonstration and try your skills in the art of traditional Vietnamese cooking (making spring rolls) in a truly stunning setting.
19.00 Enjoy our a la carte 5-course menu for dinner on board as you experience the charm of Bai Tu Long Bay at night.
21.00 Evening activities: enjoy our Movie Night, Board Games or our Massage and Spa services or even go squid fishing. Overnight on board Emperor Cruises.
Day 2
Bai Tu Long Bay – Hanoi (B/L/D)
6.30-7.45 Wake up to the gentle lapping of the water against the boat and as the first rays of the sun announce a new day. Before enjoying breakfast have cookies and tea and then try the tai chi session on the sundeck as the sun rises over Bai Tu Long Bay
7.45-8.45 Explore the area of Hon Co Island and Co Cave (Grass Cave, also known as Thien Canh Son). You can revel in the breathtaking view of Bai Tu Long bay from up high, as well as the glorious long white-sand beach of Hon Co Island. Afterwards relax on the beach, go swimming in the crystal clear water and explore the cave.
8.45 Return to the cruise by small boat
9.15 Arrange the luggage and check out.
9.30-10.30 Enjoy brunch on board while cruising back to the mainland.
11.15 Arrive back at Emperor Cruises dock, Halong City for disembarkation where your driver waits to take you back to Hanoi or the airport for your onward journey or home.
BAI TU LONG BAY 3 DAYS 2 NIGHTS
Day 1
Hanoi – Bai Tu Long Bay (L/D)
8.00 Depart from Hanoi to Halong Bay by comfortable shuttle bus (optional)
12.00 Upon arrival at Emperor Cruises, located at Vinashin dock, our team will welcome you in our lounge before boarding.
12.30 Our Experiences Manager will assist you with boarding to start cruising in Bai Tu Long Bay.
Check in to your cabin as we set sail from Vinashin dock to cruise among the many beautiful islets (scenes from the film ‘Indochine’ were filmed here). Bai Tu Long Bay has a wild beauty and the panoramas from the boat are unforgettable.
13.00 An a la carte lunch will be served at our Royal Restaurant on the main deck. Savor delicious Vietnamese food while admiring the grace of the bay.
15.30 Visit Vung Vieng fishing village, the famous pearl-growing village, to view the fishing tanks of the local people. You have time to observe the process of feeding pearl as well as learning a little about the life of the local people.
16.30 Proceed to Vung Vieng floating village to board bamboo boats so the locals can row you around their village and oyster pearl farming plots. Return to the boat by Small boat.
16.35 The cruise continues from the Vung Vieng fishing village to Cong Do (sleeping area), where you will enjoy the wonderful beauty of Bai Tu Long Bay at sunset, admire the striking islands and islets, relax, indulge yourself and savor the peaceful atmosphere which can only be found out here among the islands.
17.20 Choose from kayaking, just relaxing or taking afternoon tea and watching the sky color change as the sun sets.
18.15 Attend our chef’s cooking demonstration and try your skills in the art of traditional Vietnamese cooking (making spring rolls) in a truly stunning setting.
19.00 Enjoy our a la carte 5-course menu for dinner on board as you experience the charm of Bai Tu Long Bay at night.
21.00 Evening activities: enjoy our Movie Night, Board Games or our Massage and Spa services or even go squid fishing. Overnight on board Emperor Cruises.
Day 2
Bai Tu Long Bay (B/L/D)
06.00-06.30 Welcome a new day with an amazing dawn on Bai Tu Long Bay with a Tai-chi/Vovinam session on the sundeck.
07.00-07.45 Catch the morning view of seascape while enjoying the breakfast in the restaurant.
08.00-08.15 Transfer to Day Boat and start cruising to admire the widest beauty of Bai Tu Long Bay.
08.30-10.00 Kayak and discover Thay Cave - one of the most large & well-hidden cave in Bai Tu Long Bay.
11.00-12.00 Visit Cong Dam Area- Hon Xep Nature Park - Deep into Bai Tu Long Bay, the famous hidden lagoons covered by majestic limestone islands and islets with wild beaches.
12.30-15.00 Enjoy the lunch in the restaurant on day boat
16.00-16.30 Transfer from Day Boat back to main boat – Emperor Cruises Ha Long
18.15 Attend our chef’s cooking demonstration and try your skills in the art of traditional Vietnamese cooking (making spring rolls) in a truly stunning setting.
19.00 Enjoy our dinner on board as you experience the charm of Bai Tu Long Bay at night.
21.00 Evening activities: enjoy our Movie Night, Board Games or our Massage and Spa services or even go squid fishing. Overnight on board Emperor Cruises.
Day 3
Bai Tu Long Bay – Hanoi (B/L)
6.30-7.45 Wake up to the gentle lapping of the water against the boat and as the first rays of the sun announce a new day. Before enjoying breakfast have cookies and tea and then try the tai chi session on the sundeck as the sun rises over Bai Tu Long Bay
7.45-8.45 explore the area of Hon Co Island and Co Cave (Grass Cave, also known as Thien Canh Son). You can revel in the breathtaking view of Bai Tu Long bay from up high, as well as the glorious long white-sand beach of Hon Co Island. Afterwards relax on the beach, go swimming in the crystal clear water and explore the cave.
8.45 Return to the cruise by speedboat.
9.15 Arrange the luggage and check out.
9.30-10.30 Enjoy brunch on board while cruising back to the mainland.
11.15 Arrive back at Emperor Cruises dock, Halong City for disembarkation where your driver waits to take you back to Hanoi or the airport for your onward journey or home.
PRICE AND POLICY
Cabin Type |
2 Days/ 1 Night |
3 Days/ 2 Nights |
Single Occupancy |
Double Occupancy |
Single Occupancy |
Double Occupancy |
Signature Suites & States Suites |
$546 |
$780 |
$1092 |
$1560 |
Royal Suites |
$819
|
$1170
|
$1638
|
$2340
|
Terrace Suite |
N/A
|
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
Child 5-12 years old |
$234
|
$234 |
$468 |
$468 |
Child < 5 years old |
N/a |
FOC |
N/a |
FOC |
Charter boat 8 cabins |
$6240
|
$12480
|
Tour Price Includes
Welcome drink
Experiences Director on board
Tour guide service for unlimited exploration
24-hour room service with no additional charges.
Mini-bar replenished daily with soft drinks, beer and bottled water.
Fruits, snack & nuts
Unlimited drinks: water, tea and coffee, house wine, local beer, fruit juices, soft drink, cocktail, mock tail.
Tissues and fresh seasonal fruits
Fine meals on board
3D2N Cruise: 02 lunches, 02 dinners, 02 breakfasts, 01 brunch
Live music, cinema, bars & art gallery
Cookery demonstration
Tai chi/vovinam and unlimited use of massage, sauna & gym
Unlimited beach activities such as kayaking, squid fishing.
Upgrade to higher category accommodation or transportation (subject to availability).
Fun club for kids & library
All rooms with private balcony & ocean view
Buttler service for King/Queen Suite
High speed wifi
Free bank charges if paying by credit card.
All sightseeing tickets
Service charges and government tax.
Tour Price Excludes
All pick-up and -off and transfers services
Accommodation pre- and post-cruise
Air fares to and from Noi Bai Airport, Hanoi or Cat Bi, Hai Phong
Personal expenses
Visa arrangements
All other services not mentioned above.
Transportation Hanoi - Halong - Hanoi
Departure place in Hanoi TBA
Expected picking up time in Hanoi Expected return time in 07.30AM
Hanoi 16:30 PM
Shuttle bus for adult USD $40 per person round trip
Limousine shuttle bus for adult USD $50 per person round trip
Shuttle bus for child 5-12 years old USD $25 per child round trip
Shuttle for child below 5 FOC, limit to one child per booking only
Private car USD $190 per car round trip (from 7 - 16 seat)
Caving/ Beach Dinner
Quotation and related terms and conditions are available upon requests
Child Policy
- VND 575,000 is a surcharge if an extra bed is required for FOC child in 2 days/1 night
- VND 805,000 is a surcharge if an extra bed is required for FOC child in 3 days/2 nights.
Only 01 child under 12 years old are allowed to share cabin with parents.
FOC baby cot for infant (subject to availability)
FOC 1 child under 5 years old per booking for half day and full day SIC day cruise including meal onboard.
Discount 50% for half day cruise, full day cruise and meal onboard for child 5 – 12 years old.