Halong Azalea Cruise

HALONG AZALEA CRUISES 2 DAYS TOUR

DAY 1: HANOI – HAI PHONG - HALONG BAY - LAN HA BAY (B/L)

09h15: You will be collected from Hanoi Old Quarter to take the new highway to Got Ferry Terminal – Cat Hai Town, Hai phong City where we arrive at around 11h30. The passengers have a chance to experience on longest and newest bridge in South East Asia area. You can take special tea at Azalea Cruise’s lounge by warm welcome.

12h00: Transfer by tender to the AZALEA CRUISE. 
12h15: We welcome our guests onboard the AZALEA CRUISE and then check in, enjoy Welcome Drink, receive cruise briefing, safety instructions and check in. Start cruising and explore Halong Bay - one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature.

12h40: AZALEA CRUISE proceeds to Da Chong islet, where you can see a lighthouse built by the French over 100 years ago. Have a lunch while passing via the islets of Con Vit and Gia Luan. These amazing limestone karst formations rise up out of the sea in an impressive manner. This area is untouched, as not many cruise ships use the route via the Cat Ba Island - Thoi Quyt area - Coc Ngoi islet - through Cua Van village to Ba Trai Dao area.

15h00: We progress to Ba Trai Dao beach area of Lan Ha Bay- a separate part of Halong Bay. This is a quiet tourist paradise in Vietnam. The region is known for its pristine beaches and spectacular beauty, having about 400 fascinating islands. Unlike the main, Ha Long Bay, the islands of Lan Ha Bay are forested, and most are small in stature.

You may prefer to try your hand at kayaking or simply just enjoy a swim. This is a great experience, immersed in the crystal clear waters of the bay, in the Ba Trai Dao area.

17h30: Returning AZALEA CRUISE, you can watch the magnificent sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin. Onboard you may join a traditional cooking class. Our chef will instruct you in the making of some Vietnam dishes. In the early evening the boat has its Happy Hour deal

Option: Massage service available. Please book with Cruise Manager directly (please see massage menu)

19h30: Deluxe dinner is served. Enjoy delicious local food prepared and served for you by our wonderful onboard catering staff. This is a delightful meal in an intimate romantic setting
21h30: Enjoy the landscape of the bay at night up on the top deck. Relax whilst enjoying drinks from the bar. Try your hand at night squid fishing, watching a movie in the restaurant. Overnight on board.

Option: Massage service available. Please book with Cruise Manager directly (please see massage menu)

23h00: End of Day One program 

DAY 2: HALONG BAY – HAI PHONG - HANOI (BRUNCH)

06h00: 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 serve light breakfast. Upon completing breakfast continue our journey and head out in canoes to explore the bay in the area where the Dark & Bright cave is situated.

9h30: Visitors then return AZALEA CRUISE for check-out procedures

10h00: Whilst cruising back you can enjoy a delightful brunch

11h35: We return to the quay side in the south of the bay, where our visitors disembark.

12h10: We bid farewell at Got Ferry, this is the end of the program. We hope you have enjoyed your time with us and wish you a safe onward journey.

14h15: Back to your drop-off point in Hanoi. End of the trip

Please note the Cruise Itinerary and Program may be subject to change without prior notice

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HALONG AZALEA CRUISES 3 DAYS TOUR

DAY 1: HANOI – HAI PHONG - HALONG BAY - LAN HA BAY (L/D)

09h15: Our bus will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter, transfer to Cat ba island through Highway. When arriving habour around 11.30, you can enjoy special tea at Azalea Cruise’s lounge by warmly welcome.

12h00: Transfer by tender to the AZALEA SLEEPING BOAT. 
12h15: We welcome our guests onboard the AZALEA CRUISE and then check in, enjoy Welcome Drink, receive cruise briefing, safety instructions and check in. Start cruising and explore Halong Bay - one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature.

12h40: AZALEA CRUISE proceeds to Da Chong islet, where you can see a lighthouse built by the French over 100 years ago. Have a lunch while passing via the islets of Con Vit and Gia Luan. These amazing limestone karst formations rise up out of the sea in an impressive manner. This area is untouched, as not many cruise ships use the route via the Cat Ba Island - Thoi Quyt area - Coc Ngoi islet - through Cua Van village to Ba Trai Dao area.

15h00: We progress to Ba Trai Dao beach area of Lan Ha Bay- a separate part of Halong Bay. This is a quiet tourist paradise in Vietnam. The region is known for its pristine beaches and spectacular beauty, having about 400 fascinating islands. Unlike the main, Ha Long Bay, the islands of Lan Ha Bay are forested, and most are small in stature.

You may prefer to try your hand at kayaking or simply just enjoy a swim. This is a great experience, immersed in the crystal clear waters of the bay, in the three peach beaches area.

17h30: Returning AZALEA CRUISE, you can watch the magnificent sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin. Onboard you may join a traditional cooking class. Our chef will instruct you in the making of some Vietnam dishes. In the early evening the boat has its Happy Hour deal

Option: Massage service available. Please book with Cruise Manager directly (please see massage menu)

19h30: Deluxe dinner is served. Enjoy delicious local food prepared and served for you by our wonderful onboard catering staff. This is a delightful meal in an intimate romantic setting
21h30: Enjoy the landscape of the bay at night up on the top deck. Relax whilst enjoying drinks from the bar. Try your hand at night squid fishing, watching a movie in the restaurant. Overnight on board.

Option: Massage service available. Please book with Cruise Manager directly (please see massage menu)

23h00: End of Day One program 

DAY 2: LAN HA BAY – BAI TU LONG BAY (B/L/D)

6h00: The day starts early onboard AZALEA CRUISE with Tai Chi session on the sundeck. 
Coffee, tea and pastries for light breakfast are served in the dining room with morning view of bay’s landscape, then continue our journey. 

8h30: Transfer to day boat for visit Viet Hai village. You will take the bicycle trip along the village path and go through rain forests and dark tunnel.  Enjoy stunning scenery of rice fields on the way. Stop at the village to relax. Visit an ancient local house, made from straw, mud, bamboo…you will have chance to see the local life on a valley of local people. Optional electric car service is available (at an extra cost). 

Back to day boat for visiting Bai Tu Long Bay. Lunch served on day boat.
13h30: Visit Bai Tu Long Bay, free kayaking and swimming at the area which situated in the middle of a narrow, rectangular area, with the all four sides enclosed by vertical cliffs. (if the weather permit).

16h00: Return to AZALEA CRUISE. You will join a traditional cooking class. Our chef will instruct you in the making of some Vietnam dishes. Watch the magnificent sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin. In the early evening the boat has its Happy Hour deal

19h30: Deluxe dinner is served. Enjoy delicious local food prepared and served for you by our wonderful onboard catering staff. This is a delightful meal in an intimate romantic setting

21h30: Enjoy the landscape of the bay at night up on the top deck. Relax whilst enjoying drinks from the bar. Try your hand at night squid fishing, watching a movie in the restaurant. Overnight on board.
Option: Massage service available. Please book with Cruise Manager directly (please see massage menu)

23h00: End of Day Two program

DAY 3: HALONG BAY – HAI PHONG - HANOI (BRUNCH)

06h00: 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 serve light breakfast. Upon completing breakfast continue our journey and head out in canoes to explore the bay in the area where the Dark & bright cave is situated.

9h30: Visitors then return AZALEA CRUISE for check-out procedures

10h00: Whilst cruising back you can enjoy a delightful brunch

11h35: We return to the quay side in the south of the bay, where our visitors disembark.

12h10: We bid farewell at Got Ferry, this is the end of the program. We hope you have enjoyed your time with us and wish you a safe onward journey.

14h15: Back to your drop-off point in Hanoi. End of the trip

Please note the Cruise Itinerary and Program may be subject to change without prior notice

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PACKAGE RATE: IN USD/ PER PERSON

​Please note the Cruise Itinerary and Program may be subject to change without prior notice

CHILDREN’S POLICY

• Children below 5 years old is F.O.C sharing room with parents.
• Children from 5 to 10 staying on separate bed: charge 75% adult price, sharing room with parents
• Children over 10 years old consider adult

INCLUDED

• VAT
• English speaking tour guide on boat 
• Luxury Cruise through Halong Bay – Lan Ha Bay - Bai Tu Long Bay 
• All meals aboard as mentioned in the itineraries, (01 lunch, 01 dinner, 01 light breakfast, 01 brunch) for 2 days 1 night, (02 lunches, 02 dinners, 02 light breakfasts, 01 brunch) for 3 days 2 nights 
• Kayaking, Cooking class, Tai chi exercise, Bamboo boat, Swimming (if the weather permits, Movies, Squid fishing, Music entertainment, Satellite TV
• Sightseeing entrance fees
• Luxury cabin with A/C
• Day boat for exploring Viet Hai village, kayaking, swimming and tour guide for the 2nd day of 3 days/2nights package
• Welcome drink, cold handkerchief, fresh flower and fresh fruits basket, two bottle of mineral water in each cabin

EXCLUDED

• Luxury minivan Hanoi - Got Ferry, Haiphong - Hanoi  
• Airfare, visa arrangements
• Beauty Spa Services & Massage
• Beverages, tips, gratuities and other personal expenses 
• All other services not clearly mentioned above

WHAT TO BRING TO THE TOUR

• Sun block
• Camera + Film
• Insect repellent
• Original Passport
• Wide brim hat
• Swimming costume for summer
• Sun glasses
• Proper shoes
• Warm clothes for winter