HERITAGE DISCOVER CRUISE EXPEDITION 2 DAYS 1 NIGHT Heritage Discover Cruise – 2 Days, 1 Night Heritage Discover cruise expedition in a two-day/one-night program Cat Ba Archipelago is an exotic destination with pristine beaches, secluded lagoons, caves, tropical forest and lakes. On this program, find the best places for kayaking, biking and discovery. This boutique cruise starts at Halong Bay, which can be reached from Hanoi by the limousine bus. At noon, the boat’s team welcomes you on board to check in to your cabins. A few minutes into the cruise, you are invited to savor Vietnamese dishes at the restaurant. The next highlight is Lan Ha floating village with its pearl-farming plots, visited via small boats. After returning to the cruise boat, you are offered such activities as a massage, kayaking or afternoon tea. In the evening, a chef will demonstrate the art of preparing traditional Vietnamese spring rolls. An a la carte dinner menu is also offered. Evening activities can include a movie night, board games and squid fishing. At sunrise on the second day, guests have the opportunity to experience Vovinam, a Vietnamese martial art. This is followed by an exploration of the area including swimming in crystal-clear waters or sunbathing on a beach. After checkout, brunch is served on board during the cruise back to Tuan Chau International Marina in Ha Long City. DESTINATIONS • Halong Bay – Lan Ha Bay • Tuan Chau Marina • Da Chong Islet • Ba Trai Dao Beach or Tra Bau • Dark and Bright Cave ACTIVITIES • Cave exploration • Kayaking or bamboo-boat ride • Swimming • Massages (extra charge) • Cookery class • Musical entertainment • Squid fishing • Vovinam Exercise WHAT TO BRING • Sunglasses, hat, sunscreen, insect repellent • Comfortable clothing and swimwear (warm clothes in winter) • Camera, valid passport • Sports shoes for climbing, trekking and walking • Personal medical supplies
***Special Note: Itineraries may be subject to change due to weather condition DAY ONE: HANOI – HALONG BAY – LAN HA BAY IN CAT BA ARCHIPELAGO 8:00-8:30 Hotel pick-up for trip on new highway to Tuan Chau International Marina, Halong City (if book our shuttle bus). 12:00: Welcome to Heritage Cruises Lounge at No.28 of Tuan Chau International Marina for refreshments before boarding for the cruise. 12:30 Board the Heritage Cruises boat and enjoy a welcome drink as you receive a cruise briefing, safety instructions and check into your suite. Lunch is served at L’indochine Restaurant. 12:40 Heritage Cruises takes you to contemplate the magnificent sceneries made from limestone mountain of Lan Ha Bay – Cat Ba Archipelago. This bay is untouched and remote, as not many cruise boats use this route. 15:30 The cruise vessel approaches the Ba Trai Dao (Three Peach beaches) or Tra Bau in Lan Ha Bay, a natural frontier between the provinces of Halong and Haiphong. This secret hideaway has beaches, caves and coves, plus the spectacular natural beauty of about 400 islands. Guests can try kayaking or simply swim in the clear waters of the bay. 17:30 Back on Heritage Cruises, enjoy life aboard the vessel or in your suite, and with cocktail in hand watch the sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin. 18:30 Activities include afternoon tea and the chef will lead a Vietnamese cookery class. 19:30 A memorable dining experience will be offered at the restaurant, with local food in an intimate and romantic setting. 21:30 Enjoy evening views of the bay at the bar on the top deck. Try your hand squid fishing. The bars are open until late. DAY TWO: LAN HA BAY – TUAN CHAU - HANOI 06:15 Start the day with the session of Vovinam on the sundeck. 06:45 Have a light breakfast on board. 07:15 Head off in a bamboo boat to explore the Dark and Bright Cave. 09:00 - 09:30 Return to the boat for checkout. 10:00 Enjoy brunch while cruising back to base. 11:00 Return to Tuan Chau Marina and disembark for your onward journey. 12:10 While waiting for your pick-up service to Hanoi, enjoy the comfort of our lounge. 14:00 If you have booked our limousine service, our chauffeur will pick you up to take you to your hotel in Hanoi.
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