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.
OVERVIEW
- Newly launched in early February 2023, Nostalgia offers 10 luxury cabins with an elite, professional crew that will provide you the best services during your trip in Halong Bay – Lan Ha Bay.
- Seeking serenity, luxury and exclusiveness in the King – Queen – Princess suites, our beloved guests can witness and experience the hidden poetic beauty of the UNESCO World Heritage Site / Seven World’s Natural Wonders: Halong Bay.
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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.
WHY CHOOSE NOSTALGIA CRUISE?
- Nostalgia starts its journey from Halong Bay to Lan Ha Bay. Lan Ha Bay is one of the most stunning bays in Vietnam which has many seclusive and undiscovered hidden gems.
- One of a kind experience, where you dine in the King and Queen’s Clothes and have a sophisticated Vietnamese-French fusion dinner.
- Luxurious and well-furnished cabins, all have private balcony and private bathroom from which you can view the beauty of Halong Bay – Lan Ha Bay.
ITINERARY
FIRST DAY: HANOI – TUAN CHAU ISLAND – HALONG BAY – LAN HA BAY (Lunch & Dinner)
- 08:30: Get picked up from your hotel in Hanoi’s Old Quarter. Enjoy the landscape of the Red River Delta on the way to Halong Bay.
- 11:30: Arrive at Tuan Chau Marina, have check-in procedures in the waiting lounge while enjoying a welcoming tea.
- 12:15: Transfer to Nostalgia Cruise by tender boat. Enjoy a welcome drink at the restaurant while receiving a cruise briefing and safety instructions for your trip.
- 13:00: Lunch will be served while Nostalgia disembark into Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay – a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- 15:00: Transfer by tender to Cat Ba Island. Ride to Trung Trang Cave by bus. The cave runs 300 meters through the mountain and has a mysterious beauty due to geological tectonics over the last million years, as well as many historical relics. The cave has many stalactites with different shapes that stimulate the human imagination and amaze visitors.
- 17:00: Back to the boat. Nostalgia Cruise enters a less-populated area at Tra Bau of Lan Ha Bay. Enjoy a nice swim in the green, emerald water.
- 18:00: 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: Savour a fusion dinner made with the freshest ingredients in the restaurant: elegant French neoclassical style mixed with traditional oriental touches.
- 21.00: A tea ceremony is served at the restaurant. You will learn how to enjoy Vietnamese tea and Vietnamese culture at this ceremony.
- 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.
- Overnight on board.
SECOND DAY: LAN HA BAY – HALONG BAY – HANOI (Breakfast & Lunch)
- 06:15 – Why not rise early to witness the bay at its very best whilst enjoying an invigorating Tai Chi session on the sundeck; after which we will be serving a light breakfast. Upon completing breakfast we continue our journey and head out to explore the bay in the area where the Sang Toi cave is situated.
- 7:45 – Enjoy kayaking at Ao Ech area to discover the hidden charm of Lan Ha Bay.
- 9:30 – Return to Nostalgia Cruises boat for check-out procedures.
- 10:00 – Whilst cruising back you can enjoy a delightful brunch.
- 10:30 – Tea Ceremony is served at the restaurant. You will learn how to enjoy Vietnamese tea and Vietnamese cultural at this ceremony. Joining Tea Ceremony with our crew at the end of your stay!
- 11:35 – We bid farewell at Tuan Chau port, this is the end of the program.
- 14: 00: Back to your drop-off point in Hanoi. End of the trip.
INCLUDES:
- English speaking tour guide on boat.
- All meals aboard as mentioned in the itineraries: 01 lunch, 01 dinner, 01 breakfast, 01 brunch for 2 day-1 night trip.
- Kayaking, Cooking class, Tai chi exercise, Swimming (if the weather permits), Movies, Squid fishing, Music entertainment, satellite TV, Local wine experience, Tea ceremony.
- Sightseeing entrance fees.
- Luxury cabin with A/C.
- Welcome drink, cold handkerchief, fresh flower and fresh fruits basket, mineral water in each cabin.
EXCLUDES:
- Airfare, visa arrangements.
- Beauty Spa Services & Massage.
- Beverages, tips, gratuities and other personal expenses.
- All other services not clearly mentioned above.
- Transportation.
