Elite of the Seas Cruise
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Cruise through Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay on this 2-day tour from Tuan Chau Marina. After boarding by speedboat, travellers settle in with lunch aboard before an afternoon of kayaking or a swim in the pool, followed by a sunset cooking demonstration and an evening fishing session. The next morning brings an early Tai Chi session and a visit to Dark and Bright Cave by traditional rowing boat, before cruising back through Halong Bay to Tuan Chau Marina.
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Tour Overview
Duration
2 daysHotel Rating
6 star cruiseStarts
Halong BayEnds
Tuan Chau IslandMinimum Age
4 years oldMaximum Age
Tours have upper age limits for several reasons, such as but not limited to: tour pace, activity level, and accommodation standards. If you fall outside of this age limit, we do have lots of other tours in Vietnam that are suitable for all ages!
Arrival Transfer
NoDeparture Transfer
NoTour Guide
Yes - for included sightseeing.Country
VietnamMeals Included
Breakfast: 1, Lunch: 2, Dinner: 1Tour Style
Group Size
Up to 60 travellers
Min 1 / Max 60
Trip Type
Sailing Trips
Travel Style
Worldwide Touring
This tour is operated by our trusted local partner and has been handpicked by us to deliver you an unforgettable trip.
Guiding Style
Partially Guided
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
These ratings are a general guide and may vary from tour to tour.
Tour Guide
Yes - for included sightseeing.Group Size
Min 1 / Max 60Range
This tour is operated by our trusted local partner and has been handpicked by us to deliver you an unforgettable trip.
Guiding Style
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
Trip Type
Sailing TripsPassengers
$2,080.00
$1,040.00
Tour Highlights
Included
Not Included
Itinerary
Day 1 - Halong Bay to Lan Ha Bay ruise Begins
Halong Bay - Lan Ha Bay. Arrive in Halong Bay and make your way to Tuan Chau Marina, where you will be transferred by speedboat to our cruise between 11:45 am and 12 pm (approx). Once aboard, we settle in with a welcome drink and meet the captain and crew, before an onboard safety briefing gets the cruise underway. Our cruise then sets sail through Halong Bay towards Lan Ha Bay, where we will spend the day and stay overnight.
We enjoy lunch in the restaurant at 1 pm, before checking into our cabins at 2 pm. Between 3 pm and 5:30 pm, we gather at reception to join a kayaking session at Ao Ech, or make use of the cruise's swimming pool instead. A drone photography session over the cruise is also available on the Sundeck between 4 pm and 6 pm, for those who would like to capture the views from above.
At 5:30 pm, we gather at the pool area to welcome the sunset with afternoon tea, followed by a cooking demonstration at the pool area at 6 pm. Between 6 pm and 7 pm, a Happy Hour programme runs at the Sky Bar as the sun goes down, before we sit down to an eight-course dinner in the restaurant at 7 pm.
From 8:30 pm, you can join a fishing session at the back of the cruise, or unwind at the swimming pool, mini-golf course or spa instead.
Day 2 - Cave Visit and Return to the Marina
Lan Ha Bay - Halong Bay. This morning, we rise early to catch the sunrise and join a golf class at the golf course between 5:45 am and 6:15 am, followed by a Tai Chi session at the golf course from 6:15 am to 6:35 am. We then enjoy breakfast together in the restaurant between 6:45 am and 7:30 am.
Between 7:45 am and 8:45 am, we gather at reception to visit Dark and Bright Cave by local rowing boat. We then return to our cabins to pack, leaving our luggage outside the door and returning our keys to reception between 9:30 am and 9:45 am, before enjoying a final buffet lunch in the restaurant at 9:45 am.
Our cruise then makes its way back through Halong Bay to Tuan Chau Marina. On arrival, you disembark by speedboat between 11 am and 11:30 am as the crew bid you farewell, bringing the tour to a close.
Please note: Please settle payment for any personal expenses incurred onboard, such as beverages or spa treatments, before disembarking at approximately 10:45 am.
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Extras and add-ons
If you'd like to add extras or add-ons to your booking, you can do this easily during checkout. Just review the available options and select any additional services or upgrades you'd like before completing your purchase.
Hotels
The hotels listed below are examples which we frequently use on this tour. Alternative hotels of a similar standard may be used instead.
Prices & Dates
Departure dates are guaranteed with 2 travellers. 'Double/Twin' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to anyone wanting the privacy of their own room. 'Triple' prices are per person when there are 3 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Shared' prices are for solo travellers who are happy to share with another solo traveller of the same sex in a twin room - a single room will be provided at no additional cost if there are no suitable travellers to share with.
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