08h45 – 09h15: Pick up from Hanoi (If you book our limousine bus/regular private car)
12h00-12h30: Check in Reception at dock 35 Tuan Chau
12h30 – 12h45: Leaving dock to cruise in the bay
13h30: Check in Cruise and Have lunch
15h30 -17h00: Kayaking and swimming at Tra Bau area (the background of “Kong Skull Island movie”) or use Jacuzzi (Located prow of 3rd deck)
Notice: Short close or swim suite, flip flop is suitable for kayaking.
Reception Provide: Life jackets; Towels, Dry bags (keep Camera, cellphone to take picture)
Meeting point: The Reception (The back of the second Deck)
18h00: Enjoy Sunset Party: Cakes; peanut; fruit, tea for Complementary and join the cooking demonstration
during sunset party, enjoy happy hour and relax.
19h30: Have dinner
20h30: Evening entertainments: squid fishing, relaxing and spend the night on the Doris Cruise
06h00: Practice Taichi on the Sundeck
7h30-8h00: Have breakfast
08h30 – 10h00: Visit Dark & Bright cave by our tender.
You can do the rowing boat trip by local people. Or You can stay on the cruise for relaxing.
10h00: Go back to the cruise
10h30: Check your cabin out. Please put your luggage in front of the door and return your room key to the
receptionist, take good care of your important belongings.
10h45: Have lunch at the restaurant
11h45: Leaving Doris Cruise to get on the transfer boat back Tuan Chau Harbor dock 35.
12h30: Arrive the mainland
(If you book your own transfer, please inform driver be ready at dock 35 Tuan Chau 12h30 pm)
08h45 – 09h15: Pick up from Hanoi (If you book our limousine bus/regular private car)
12h00-12h30: Check in Reception at dock 35 Tuan Chau
12h30 – 12h45: Leaving dock to cruise in the bay 13h30: Check in Cruise and Have lunch
15h30 -17h00: Kayaking and swimming at Tra Bau area (the background of “Kong Skull Island movie”) or use Jacuzzi (Located prow of 3rd deck)
Notice: Short close or swim suite, flip flop is suitable for kayaking.
Reception Provide: Life jackets; Towels, Dry bags (keep Camera, cellphone to take picture)
Meeting point: The Reception (The back of the second Deck)
18h00: Enjoy Sunset Party: Cakes; peanut; fruit, tea for Complementary and join the cooking demonstration during sunset party, enjoy happy hour and relax.
19h30: Have dinner
20h30: Evening entertainments: squid fishing, relaxing and spend the night on the Doris Cruise.
06h00: Practice Taichi on the Sundeck
7h30 – 08h30: Have breakfast: Eggs, cake, coffee… You could skip it if you want to sleep more
Prepare to bring: Swimsuits, cameras or cellphones, sandals or shoes, warm clothes (depends on the weather), sunglasses, cash if you buy drinks….
Hand houses keeping Card please
08h45: Getting on the transfer boat to Viet Hai Village.
10h30 – 12h00:
12h-12h20: Have lunch on the daily boat.
13h30-14h00: Kayaking around hidden Islands to explore the beauty and the hidden charm of Lan Ha bay
15h00 – 15:30: We move on to some hidden beaches around Ba Trai Dao (Three Peaches) area and swimming there
16h30 – 17h: Back to Doris Cruise
18h00: Enjoy Sunset Party and join the cooking demonstration, happy hour and relax.
19h30: Have dinner.
20h30: Evening entertainments: squid fishing, relaxing and spend the night on the Doris Cruise.
06h00: Practice Taichi on the Sundeck
7h30-8h00: Have breakfast
08h30 – 10h00: Visit Dark & Bright cave by our tender. You can do the rowing boat trip by local people. Or You can stay on the cruise for relaxing.
10h00: Go back to the cruise
10h30: Check your cabin out. Please put your luggage in front of the door and return your room key to the receptionist, take good care of your important belongings.
10h45: Have lunch at the restaurant
11h45: Leaving Doris Cruise to get on the transfer boat back Tuan Chau Harbor dock 35.
12h30: Arrive the mainland
(If you book your own transfer, please inform driver be ready at dock 35 Tuan Chau 12h30 pm)
Should you be pregnant, we encourage you to schedule a thorough visit with your doctor. Your doctor may say you can go; then, you can. If you are more than thirty-two weeks pregnant, however, we advise you to postpone your trip, as the cruise ship still calls for some light exercise, such as climbing up […]
No, they don’t come with any cruise packages. Meals are often included, and each cabin comes with complementary bottles of mineral water. Some cruises may provide free tea and coffee with meals, but additional beverages will be charged.
No, you do not. We already include admission fees and sightseeing tickets in your cruise vacation booking; you won’t incur any additional costs.
Yes, you can. Most cruises in Halong Bay can gladly accommodate any specific demands. But please tell us ahead of time so we can prepare the best lunch for you and your family.
The distance from Hanoi to Halong Bay is approximately 175 kilometers. Traveling by shuttle bus takes approximately 4 hours, whereas traveling by private automobile takes 3.5 hours one trip. The journey from Hanoi to Halong may have traffic jams, so please leave extra time.
Sunscreen, sunglasses, insect repellents, wide-brimmed hats, swimming suits, warm clothes for winter, and your original passport are recommended for check-in. If you are traveling with small children, candies, picture books, mini-games, and learning tools may be useful.
Each cruise has its unique transfer policy: some include it in the price, while others demand an additional fee for transfer. If you arrange a shuttle bus transfer, you will only be picked up from your hotel in Hanoi’s Old Quarter (only some cruises pick up from the West Lake region, such as the Intercontinental […]
The answer is determined by your financial situation and available time. We highly recommend booking a two-night cruise if you have enough time and can afford the lengthier option. Here are some of the cited reasons:
During holidays like Christmas, New Year’s, and Tet, ship capacity can fill up rapidly. If you plan to travel at this time of year, we recommend that you book your cruise as early as possible. The following cruises frequently plan great activities for Tet, so you should check them out: Glory Cruise, Indochina Sails, and […]
It depends on the cruise you are considering. All luxury cruises exclude the expense of transfer service; nonetheless, the majority provide a shuttle bus that picks you up and drops you off at your hotel for a very reasonable fee. Some deluxe and exceptional cruises, such as the Glory Cruise and the Phoenix Cruise, already […]
A spa is an exclusive service that not many cruise lines offer due to its premium nature and the limited space on board most junk ships. Currently, these cruises offer spa services on board: the Orchid Cruise and the Aspira Cruise.
It totally depends on the cruise you’re on. Most will have entertainment facilities in the shared room, such as a DVD player, television, chessboard, and some board games. Because the boat tour lasts only two or three days, you will not have enough time to become bored in Halong Bay. You can find a list […]
There are no rigorous age requirements for infants on board. However, we recommend that the minimum age for a newborn to be comfortable on a cruise voyage is 6 months old. Infants under the age of four are free on board, provided they are accompanied by at least two adults. Only specified areas provide baby […]
You can pay us using one of the following methods: Note: Please keep in mind that any bank card transactions and fees are the responsibility of the payer. To keep costs low for you, we waive the credit card fee (3% of the deposit) for all online bookings. If the balance is over $300 USD, […]
Most cruise lines accept vegetarian meal requests. Please tell us of your dietary requirements at least 48 hours in advance, preferably while reserving your reservation.
The majority of cruises advertised on our website sell out quickly due to the high level of service and inexpensive pricing. We recommend that you make your reservation as soon as possible, especially if you plan to go during the high season, which runs from September to December. You will save time and effort by […]
If you decide to cancel your reservation, please tell us promptly via email. We do not accept cancellation notices via phone or other means for verification purposes. Please examine the cancellation policy below:
Note: Please keep in mind that if you pay with a credit card, a 3% credit card processing fee will apply.
You can reserve your cruise trip or tour to Halong on our website in three simple steps:
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A new choice for a 5-star cruising experience in Halong Bay! Launched in June 2022, Doris Cruise brings 25 modern cabins with all private balconies and an ocean-view bathtub included. Especially, full-sized glass windows are provided in every cabin to make sure a private space with the best view all the time. Cabins are situated on the three first decks and vary in type for couples, singles, or families.
Meals are served in a set menu or buffets in a 350sqm dining area on the 3rd deck where you can both savor sumptuous meals and watch the stunning scenery. Moreover, travelers cannot refuse a bunch of drinks from the sky bar on the spacious sundeck during sunset or late at night.
Doris Cruise has an outdoor jacuzzi pool open all year round on the second deck where you and your friends or family can take a dip and relax. Besides, the well-planned itinerary offers a memorable trip to Lan Ha Bay with the most outstanding points such as Ba Trai Dao (Three Peach Beach), Tra Bau, Sang – Toi (Dark – Bright) Cave, Viet Hai Village, etc.
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