Halong & Lan Ha Bay with Dora 5 Star Cruise 3D2N from Hanoi

Overview

Day by day itinerary

1. 1HANOI – HA LONG BAY - LAN HA BAY –SUNSET PARTY –COOKING CLASS (L/D)⌄

   08:00 – 08:45: Our professional tour guide and luxury limousine will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter, then depart for a scenic 2.5-hour drive to Halong Bay (for guests booking our transfer service).

   At 11:30, arrive at Tuan Chau Harbor and transfer by speedboat to Dora Cruise. Enjoy a welcome drink, meet the captain and crew for a safety briefing, and check into your private cabin. Savor a delicious Vietnamese seafood and vegetarian set lunch while cruising through the stunning Halong Bay, marveling at the breathtaking limestone rock formations.

   Continue cruising past Con Vit Islet (Duck Islet), Thumb Islet, and Gia Luan Harbor in the Cat Ba area. Discover the pristine lagoon of Lan Ha Bay, where you can swim or sunbathe on the cruise in a private and refreshing atmosphere. Enjoy kayaking and swimming at Ba Trai Dao Islet before returning to Dora Cruise for a relaxing sunset party with fruits, cake, and wine. Join the cooking class led by the onboard chef to learn traditional Vietnamese dishes like spring rolls. Dinner features special seafood and a Vietnamese buffet BBQ. End the day with onboard entertainment such as card games, chess, squid fishing, or massage services, then overnight on Dora Cruise.

   Meals: Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Overnight on board

2. 2TAI CHI - BREAKFAST - CYCLING AT VIET HAI VILLAGE–SUNSET PARTY (B/L/D⌄

   Start your day early at 6:30 AM with a peaceful Tai Chi session on the sun deck, set against the stunning backdrop of limestone peaks and islands—an ideal environment to focus the mind and energize the body. At 7:00 AM, enjoy a light breakfast while taking in panoramic views of the UNESCO World Heritage site. After breakfast, relax and soak up the breathtaking scenery of Lan Ha Bay as the cruise continues its journey through this natural wonder.

   At 8:20 AM, transfer to the daily boat for a trip to Viet Hai Village. From 9:45 to 10:00, enjoy a scenic bicycle ride or electric car tour along the peaceful village roads, surrounded by lush nature. Visit a local family’s home to experience authentic daily life before returning to the day boat to continue your cruise through the pristine Lan Ha Bay.

   At 12:00 PM, return to Dora Cruise to enjoy a delicious lunch with stunning views of Lan Ha Bay. By 2:30 PM, dive into the emerald waters for swimming or kayaking, and visit the unique floating fish farms typical of the area. At 4:30 PM, relax onboard with massage services or games as the cruise sails toward the sleeping area, followed by a lively sunset party. Dinner at 7:00 PM features special seafood and traditional Vietnamese dishes. Afterward, unwind with cocktails, fine wine, cigars, or join onboard activities like squid fishing and movie watching under the stars.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Overnight on board.

3. 3Halong Bay - Hanoi⌄

   At 6:30 AM, early risers can join a peaceful Tai Chi session on the sundeck, perfect for focusing the mind while surrounded by stunning limestone karsts. Breakfast is served from 7:00 to 7:45 AM, accompanied by panoramic views of the bay. At 8:00 AM, cruise through the calm emerald waters toward the mesmerizing Dark & Bright Caves (Hang Sang & Toi), where you’ll explore on a traditional bamboo boat rowed by locals. By 9:30 AM, return to your cabin to relax, pack, and complete check-out while enjoying room service on board as the cruise continues.

   10:00: Enjoy your last buffet lunch at Dora cruise. 11:30: Dora Cruise are landing Tuan Chau Harbor, tourist say goodbye to sailors and finish the cruise.

   12:00 – 12:30: Return to Hanoi by the luxury limousine. 15:00 – 15:15: Arrive in Hanoi

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch