Itinerary
Swan Cruise proudly welcomes you to the majestic beauty of Bai Tu Long Bay. With thousands of excellent reviews and years of dedicated service, we offer warm hospitality, memorable experiences, and a trusted journey through one of Vietnam’s most stunning and peaceful bays. Join Swan Cruise for exceptional service and unforgettable moments on the water.
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: 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.
12.35: 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.
17.30: 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; try your luck with squid fishing or simply have a cocktail and
enjoy the quiet night on the bay.
06:30: Sunrise Tai-chi section on 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.
08.00: Explore the well-hidden Thien Canh Son Cave.
09.00: 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.
15.30: End of service.
Included / Excluded
To help you plan your trip, we have put together a list of what's included and what's not included in your tour package. This will give you a clear understanding of what to expect and help you make any necessary arrangements before your journey begins.
- English Speaking Guide from Hanoi and on board
- Entrance and Sightseeing fees
- Luxury Cruise through Halong bay
- All meals on board (2 lunches, 1 dinner, 1 breakfast)
- Cooking demonstration
- Sunset party
- Kayaking
- Welcome drink, cold handkerchief
- 2 bottles of mineral water in the cabin
- Service charge, Insurance on board
- Shuttle bus/ Luxury Limousine Transportation round trip
- Compulsory Gala Dinner on 24th Dec and 31st Dec: 30 USD/person
- Visa Arrangements
- Beverages, Tips, and Personal Expenses
- All other services not clearly mentioned in Inclusions
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