Itinerary

03 days 02 nights – 4Star Hera Classic Boutique Cruise Halong

 

Highlights

Guests of Hera Classic Boutique Cruise should bring:

  • Swimwear for kayaking and swimming
  • Waterproof bag for smartphone
  • Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses
  • Flip-flops & sneakers
  • Passport (or photo) / National identity card / Citizen ID / Birth certificate (for people without identity card)
DAY 1: HANOI - HA LONG BAY - HANG LUON - TITOP ISLAND

07.45-08.30:    Pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter and take you back to Ha Long (Only for guests booking Limousine or shuttle bus).

11:30-12:00    Upon arrival at Tuan Chau Cruise Port, at block 12, the crew gave a warm welcome at the concourse and completed check-in.

12:00               Upon boarding the Hera Classic Boutique, the crew greets you with refreshments and cold towels before checking into your cabin. The boat leaves Tuan Chau marina, taking you on a journey to discover the beauty of Halong Bay. Along the way, you can see some of the most beautiful spots in Ha Long and admire the majesty of the Bay with its thousands of limestone islands while the boat heads to Luon Cave and Titop Island

Enjoy lunch at the luxury restaurant on board while the cruise heads towards Luon Cave and Titop Island

14.30: Return to your room and prepare for swimming activities at Titop Island.

Visit Titop Island and hike to the top for stunning views of Ha Long Bay, or have a fun swim in the clear blue water.

16h00:             Hera Cruise will take you to Luon cave area, you will participate in kayaking or rafting here around the thousand-year-old rock formations.

17.30-18.00     Back on board, you will participate in Sunset party & cooking class while the vessel cruises toward the shore. You can enjoy relaxing moments while sipping a cup of traditional Vietnamese tea or coffee on the sundeck amid wonderful scenery and beautiful sunset. Ha Long Bay is calm during the day, but when the sun goes down, the Bay becomes even more tranquil and peaceful.

You will be instructed to make delicious traditional Vietnamese floating rice cake by our chef and then enjoy the floating rice cake made on your own.

17.30-18.30     Happy Hour – BUY 2 DRINKS GET 1 FREE

19:30               Outdoor dinner. Enjoy a romantic dinner outdoors (if the weather is favorable) or Restaurant

21:30               After dinner, you will enjoy a peaceful view of the Bay at night on the deck. You can also participate in evening activities such as massage (subject to additional charge), herbal foot bath in your room (free of charge), fashion shows traditional costumes “Footsteps of Heritage” and some drinks at Sky Bar while admiring breathtaking view of the Bay at night and squid fishing.

The ship anchors at the designated area for overnight stay

DAY 2: LAN HA BAY - DARK & BRIGHT CAVE - THREE PEACHES BEACH

08:30               Day boat pick up at Hera Cruise and depart from Titop area in Halong Bay

10:30   Transfer to Lan Ha Bay which is formed by the archipelago Cat Ba island. Stop at the Dark and Bright Caves area for kayaking in an hour and a half

11:30   Lunch will be served on boat

12:30   Move to Ba Trai Dao beaches (Three Peaches Beaches) to swim in the crystal water and a beautiful white sandy beach for an hour and fifteen minutes.

13:30   Boat returns to Halong Bay to explore more land-scape

14:45   Visiting Pearl Farm Exhibition Center and Museum to learn how to raise the farm, harvest pearls and its business about forty minutes

15:25   Back to the boat and transfer to the Hera  Cruise

15:30               Back to Hera Cruise, you can take a rest or relax on the Sundeck and take some nice pictures of Halong Bay. You can also use the foot soak basin and sauna room for free or enjoy a massage (subject to an additional charge).

17.30-18.00     Back on board, you will join the Sunset party & cooking class while the ship heads towards shore. Guests can enjoy relaxing moments while drinking a cup of traditional Vietnamese tea or coffee on the sun deck amidst wonderful views and beautiful sunsets. Halong Bay is quiet during the day, but when the sun goes down, the Bay becomes even quieter and more peaceful.

You will be instructed by our chef to make traditional Vietnamese drift cakes and then enjoy your drift cakes.

17.30-18.30     Happy Hour – BUY 2 DRINKS GET 1 FREE

19:30   Gala Dinner. Enjoy your dinner on the sun deck (if the weather is favorable) or at Lily’s Restaurant

21:30               After dinner, enjoy peaceful views of the Bay at night on the deck.  Guests can also enjoy evening activities such as massage (surcharge), herbal foot bath in room (free), or enjoy music and some drinks at the Sky Bar while admiring breathtaking views of the Bay at night and squid fishing.

The ship anchors at the designated area for overnight stay

DAY 3: SUNG SOT CAVE - HA LONG BAY

06.15:              Start your day with Tai Chi class on the sun deck.

06.30-07.00     Enjoy a light breakfast with coffee, tea, cakes, and fruits, Pho Vietnam, egg station.

07:30               Explore Sung Sot Cave. This is one of the largest and most beautiful caves in Halong Bay. The cave has some unique rock formations that can’t be found anywhere else. The road to the mouth of Sung Sot cave is under the foliage. Walking through steep stone steps, visitors can have the feeling of climbing the mountain and experience the excitement of stepping into the sky.

08.30-09.30     Back on the ship, you can rest in your room, sunbathe on the sundeck, take photos of Halong Bay

09:30               Check-out.

Please place your luggage outside the cabin and leave your room key at the front desk. Our staff will transfer your baggage to the waiting area.

10.00               Enjoy an early lunch buffet at the restaurant on the 2nd floor and pay the bill if any.

11.00               Arrive at Tuan Chau Marina.

Cycling to explore Tuan Chau Island (applied to customers using Bus) after checking out.

The trip is over.

Thank you for using the services of Hera Classic Boutique Cruise.

We look forward to welcoming you once again on our journey.

Goodbye and see you on your next trip!

Route Map

Inclusion

 
  • 02 nights stay on a 5-star luxury cruise.
  • Welcome drink and cold
  • Tea, coffee, bottled mineral water and room standard amenities.
  • 07 standard meals as mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Outdoor dinner (if the weather is favorable)
  • “Footsteps of Heritage”: Fashion shows traditional costumes
  • Free Foot baths and herbal bags
  • Fruits in all rooms
  • Free meals with private menu on Hera Cruise. Serving time:
    • Afternoon: from 15.00 to 16.30
    • Evening: from 21.00 to 23.30
  • Activities:
    • Visit Pearl Farm
    • Kayaking at Dark & Bright Cave
    • Bathing at Ba Trai Dao Beach
    • Kayaking or spokes in Luon cave
    • Visit Sung Sot Cave
    • Swim or rock hike on Titop Island to see the whole of Halong Bay
  • Cooking class: Traditional Vietnamese floating rice cake
  • Afternoon tea
  • Onboard WiFi
  • Room setup for birthday (if any), wedding anniversary, honeymoon
  • Entrance tickets
  • Service fee and insurance as required in the entrance ticket

Exclusion

 
  • Beverages
  • Transfer
  • Spa treatment services
  • Tips for tour guide and driver
  • Personal expenses
  • Other services and items not mentioned in the “INCLUSION”

Important Notes

  1. Program & activities:
    • The itinerary can be changed without prior notice
    • The timeline of this itinerary is not exact, actual timeline will be informed on cruise before departure
    • All activities are included and optional. You can stay on the boat and relax instead of joining outside activities.
  2. Food & beverage on board:
    • All meals on board are included as clearly stated in the program
    • Standard menus onboard are served for all customers. If there is a special food request, please inform us at least 24 hours before departure.
  3. Personal documents and belongings:
    • Not to be missed: Valid ID card/Passport (necessary for check-in)

POLICY

Please be on time (Hera Cruise is not responsible for any delays). If you are late, you have to pay for the extra fee to transfer to the location on our cruise (especially if you are late the pickup time of the cruise, you have to pay for the private high-speed canoe to our cruise)

Full payment 14 days before the check-in date

We charge 100% for the cancellation which is canceled 14 days before the check-in date.