Overview

A 2 days 1 night itinerary is a must to discover the beautiful and out-of-this-world UNESCO Heritage Site. Enjoy the services for royalties on our boat while immersing yourself in interesting activities that will leave you fully emerged into the Vietnamese lifestyle. Witness the magnificent beauty of Halong Bay with engaging activities such as kayaking, cooking class, squid fishing, dining in Kings and Queens Clothes,… and experience the ancient time’s values that have been in Vietnamese culture to this very day.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Boutique cruise  with only 10 suites on board.
• Unique journey, a cruising pioneer to discover.
• Cruise from Halong Bay to Lan Ha Bay and explore Cat Ba island.
• Less than 03 hour drive from Hanoi to Nostalgia Lounge.
• Brand-new and regal boat with serenity, luxury and exclusiveness in our King, Queen and Princess Suites.

Itinerary details

Day 1: Hanoi – Tuan Chau Island – Halong Bay – Lan Ha Bay

• 08:00 – 08:30: Luxury van picks you up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. Enjoy the landscape of the Red River Delta on the way to Ha Long Bay. (The service is not included)
• 11:00 – 11:30: Arriving at Lot 32 – Tuan Chau Marina – have check-in procedures at the waiting lounge while having a welcoming special tea.
• 11:45 – 12:00: Transfer to Nostalgia Cruise by speed boat. Enjoy a welcome drink at the restaurant while receiving a cruise briefing and safety instructions for your trip.
• 12:45 – 13:00: Lunch will be served while Nostalgia disembark into Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay – a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• 15:00 – 15:30:   Visit Ao Ech – a little paradise isolated from the hustle and bustle of the outside world. Kayaking at Ao Ech in Lan Ha Bay offers a peaceful and awe-inspiring experience, as if you’re exploring a secret world hidden within pristine nature.
• 17:00 -17:30: Back to the boat. Nostalgia Cruise anchors for an overnight stay at Tra Bau of Lan Ha Bay. Enjoy a nice swim in the green, emerald water.
• 18:00 – 18:15: On board, you may participate in a cooking demonstration where we cook traditional Vietnamese food. Enjoy Happy Hour (buy one, get one free) at the bar while watching the sunset over the bay.
• 19:15 – 19:30: Savor a fusion dinner made with the freshest ingredients in the restaurant: elegant French neoclassical style mixed with traditional oriental touches.
• 21:00 – 21:30: It’s time to admire the beauty of the night on the bay. Our bar on the sundeck and in the restaurant welcomes you. You may want to try your luck with squid fishing or play some board games in the restaurant.
• 23:00: Overnight on board.

Day 2: Lan Ha Bay – Halong Bay – Hanoi

• 06:00 – 06:30: Why not rise early to witness the bay at its very best whilst enjoying an invigorating Tai Chi session on the sundeck.
• 06:45 – 07:00: We will be serving a light breakfast. Upon completing breakfast we continue our journey and head out to explore the bay in the area.
• 07:15 – 07:30: We progress to Trung Trang Cave by bus on Cat Ba Island which is located in the middle of Cat Ba National Park with Kim Giao Forest around the cave. Trung Trang cave located in Trung Trang Valley, which is 15km away from the northwest of Cat Ba town. The cave is 300m long through the mountain, possessing a mysterious beauty due to the geological tectonics in million years along with many historical vestiges. The cave has many stalactites with different shapes that stimulate human imagination and amaze visitors.
• 09:45 – 10:00: Nostalgia Cruise welcomes you back on board and it is time for checking out.
• 10:00 – 10:30: Enjoy a delightful brunch at our restaurant while cruising back.
• 11:00 – 11:45: We bid farewell at Tuan Chau port, this is the end of the program.
• 14: 30 – 15:00: Back to your drop-off point in Hanoi. End of the trip!

INCLUDES:

• On-board English-speaking tour guide.
• All meals on board (Lunch and dinner on 1st day. Breakfast and brunch on 2nd day)
• Kayaking, Cooking class, Tai chi exercise, Swimming (if the weather permits), Movies, Squid fishing, satellite TV, Local wine experience, Tea ceremony.
• Sightseeing entrance fees.
• En-suite cabin with luxurious amenities and facilities.
• Welcome drink and two bottles of mineral water (in each cabin).

EXCLUDES:

• Transportation from your location to the dock and return.
• Flight tickets and visa arrangements.
• Spa, massage and beauty services.
• Beverages, tips, gratuities and other personal expenses.
• All other services not clearly mentioned above.