Swan Cruises 3 Days 2 Nights -Bai Tu Long Bay

The Bai Tu Long Bay 3 days 2 nights cruise is a perfect choice for travelers who want a quieter and more authentic experience in Halong Bay. This itinerary by Swan Cruises focuses on peaceful routes, hidden lagoons and local fishing villages. Instead of crowded tourist areas, you will explore less-visited parts of the bay while still enjoying kayaking, cave visits and relaxing cruise activities.

• Off the beaten track cruise in Bai Tu Long Bay
• Steel boautique boats and authentic experience
• Oriental-designed cabin with windows and en-suite bathroom
• Explore Halong Bay by kayak, visit the cave & floating village
• Authentic Vietnamese cuisines onboard

• DAY 1 : HANOI – BAI TU LONG BAY – CONG DO – CAP LA ISLAND ( L,D)

  07.45 – 8.30: Our bus will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi and start your trip to explore the most amazing bay in the North of Vietnam. On the way, we will have a quick stop in the middle of the way to rest.

  11.40 – 12.00: Arrive at our waiting lounge at Ha Long international cruise port, you will have a bit of time to relax. Wait for our captain to finish the registration and transfer by tender to our boat Swan Cruises.

  12.30: Enjoy a welcome drink and spend a couple of minutes briefing about safety on the boat and activities included then we check in our cabin.

  13.00: Delicious Vietnamese set menu will be served while leisurely cruising further into Bai Tu Long Bay.

  15.00: Arrive in the kayaking area – that is Cap La Island. Enjoy kayaking through the karst
  and breathtaking nature, swimming and relaxing.

  17.00: Get back to the boat and enjoy our Sunset party while our cruise sailing to the overnight anchorage. Attend a Vietnamese cooking demonstration. You can quickly learn a simple but delicious Vietnamese dish that Gordon Ramsey (a 2 Michelin Star Chef) used to guide – Nem Cuon or challenge yourself in fruit and vegetable carving.

  19.00: Sumptuous set dinner on board.

  20.30: Free time to challenge yourself in Vietnamese puzzle games, or gathers your
  group/family for a board game, karaoke, try your luck with squid fishing or simply have a cocktail and enjoy the quiet night on the bay.

• DAY 2 : FULL DAY ACTIVITIES IN THE BAY (B, L, D)

  06.00: Start your day with a Tai Chi routine on the sundeck or catch a morning view of the stunning bay’s landscape with a cup of tea or coffee.

  07.00: Breakfast will be served in Western style, familiar to you to fulfill your strength and ready for another exploring day.

  08.30: Transfer to another small day boat to go deeper into the bay.

  09.30 – 11.00: Pick up the kayak from the only designated shared raft (same spot as Day 1), then paddle to explore Thay Cave and enjoy swimming around the area.

  11.30 – 13.00: A delicious lunch at noontime is served.

  13.00 – 14.00: Visit Vung Vieng fishing village and pearl farming.

  14.30 – 15.00: Return to the main Swan Cruise boat; take a break, enjoy the sunset party afterward and Cooking Class.

  19.00: Dinner will be served.

  20.30 – 22.00: Free time for joining games, karaoke, you may also try your luck with squid fishing.

  DAY 3 : BAI TU LONG BAY – THIEN CANH SON CAVE – HALONG PORT (B, L)

  06.00: Sunrise Tai-chi section on sundeck or catch a morning view of the stunning bay’s landscape with a cup of tea or coffee.

  06.30: Breakfast will be served in Western style, familiar to you to fulfill your strength and ready for another exploring day.

  07.30 – 07.45: Explore the well-hidden Thien Canh Son Cave.

  08.30: Upon return to the boat you will have about 30 minutes to freshen up and finish packing.

  10.00: Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch on the boat.

  10.30: Cruises back to the harbor.

  11.00 – 11.30: Disembark at Ha Long cruise port.

  11.30 – 12.00: Our bus will take you back to Hanoi.

  15.00 – 15.30: End of service.

• Transfer 2 ways: Hanoi – Halong – Hanoi (One of the following vehicles will be provided: Dcar 9-seater, Limousine 17-22 seater, or Shuttle Bus 30-35 seater)
• 2-night on board (Room type based on your selection)
• Meals on board as the itinerary ( Day 1: Lunch, Dinner / Day 2: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner / Day 3: Breakfast, Brunch)
• Complimentary morning tea and coffee.
• Cooking demonstrations.
• Entrance and sightseeing fees.
• Kayaking, Local rowing boat, swimming (if the weather permits), Squid fishing, Music entertainment.
• English speaking tour guide.
• Wi-Fi access.

• Holiday surcharge on Christmas Eve (24th Dec), New Year Eve (31st Dec) and Tet Holiday
• Beverages, Tips, and Personal Expenses
• Single occupancy supplement and room upgrade fee
• Visa arrangements
• All other services not mentioned in Inclusions

•  Ages under 5 years old: Sharing bed with parents: FOC (Free of Charge), Maximum 1 child per cabin
•  Ages 5 – 7 years old: Sharing bed with parents: 50% of adults’ rate, Maximum 1 child per cabin
•  Ages 8 – 11 years old: Sharing bed with parents: 75% of adults’ rate, Maximum 1 child per cabin
•  Ages from 12 years old: Sharing bed with parents: Adults’ rat

1. Schedule and activities:

• The program may be subject to change depending on weather conditions or specific tides without announcing to visitors in advance.
• Time in the schedule is only relative. The specific time will be announced by our tour guide on the day of departure.
• All activities are included in the program. Guests can choose to relax themselves and enjoy the scenery on board, without having to fully participate in activities above.

2. Menu and meals:

• The trip with full meals on board.
• The menu on board is daily standard for all visitors. If there are personal
  requirements such as diet, vegetarian … Please advise us when booking the
  tour or tour guide in advance. After embarking, it is no longer changeable due to
  the stock limit condition.Identifications and personal belongings should be brought.
  Original passport / ID card (required for check-in).
• Cash.
• Camera.
• Personal wares: Sunglasses, hats, sun scream, sport shoes, casual wears.