Pelican Cruise | Halong Bay

Day 1: Hanoi – Halong Bay

Transfer to Halong Bay, fantastic sailing route, swimming at Titov beach, panoramic views

8:00-8:30 AM: Pick up from your accommodation in Hanoi Old Quarter. Start a three-hour drive to Halong Bay, passing through the Red River Delta’s communities and rice farms. Take a break for refreshments and restroom. Proceed to the harbor and receive a warm welcome at reception.

12:30 PM: Board the boat, receive a cruise briefing, and safety instructions. Begin the Halong Bay exploration, visiting one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.

Cruise along the bay while enjoying a buffet lunch with Vietnamese cuisine. Pass by stunning spots like Incense Burner, Dog Stone Islet, Fighting Cock, Soi Sim Beach, and Coconut Island, The Three Islands.

In the afternoon, head to the Tung Sau area, known for its lively fish and cultured pearl fishing. Witness the entire process of pearl cultivation, harvesting, and sculpting. Enjoy kayaking or observe the pearl-making process. Visit the beautiful Titov Beach for swimming (weather permitting) or hike to the top of Titov Island for a panoramic view of Halong Bay.

Return to the boat for relaxation before cruising to the Luon Bo area and anchoring for the night.

Enjoy a Deluxe Vietnamese BBQ Set Menu for dinner. In the evening, engage in various activities on Pelican Halong Cruise, such as relaxing, enjoying music, playing cards or chess, and reading magazines in the room and dining area. Experience squid fishing and boat fishing for added excitement.

• Meals: B,L,D
• Accommodation: overnight on 5* cruise

Day 2: Halong Bay – Hanoi 

Exploring the well-known Sung Sot cave, sailing lazily, returning to Hanoi, and departing

06:30: Onboard, the day begins early with a Tai Chi session on the sundeck. Tai chi, also known as Tai chi chuan, is a kind of exercise that combines deep breathing and relaxation with slow and gentle movements.

Breakfast is provided in the dining area, which has a wonderful view of the bay’s environment.

Transfer to Sung Sot Cave via tender. The cave entrance is around 100 steps up. Sung Sot Cave, one of the largest caves in Halong Bay with exquisite stalactites and stalagmites, takes around 45 minutes to see. Return to the cruise ship via tender. Check out and pay your bill at the front desk.

Enjoy a buffet meal and the bay beauty as you cruise back to Tuan Chau Wharf.

11:30-12:00: Disembarkation

Welcome to the harbor by the driver, then enjoy the journey back to Hanoi. Take a break in the middle of the journey. Drop off at your accommodation (in the Old Quarter of Hanoi).

Spend the night on the 5-star cruise, enjoying a sumptuous dinner. 

• Meals: B,L
• Accommodation: NA

Day 1: Hanoi – Halong Bay

Transfer to Halong Bay, fantastic sailing route, swimming at Titov beach, panoramic views

8:00-8:30 AM: Pick up from your accommodation in Hanoi Old Quarter. Start a three-hour drive to Halong Bay, passing through the Red River Delta’s communities and rice farms. Take a break for refreshments and restroom. Proceed to the harbor and receive a warm welcome at reception.

12:30 PM: Board the boat, receive a cruise briefing, and safety instructions. Begin the Halong Bay exploration, visiting one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.

Cruise along the bay while enjoying a buffet lunch with Vietnamese cuisine. Pass by stunning spots like Incense Burner, Dog Stone Islet, Fighting Cock, Soi Sim Beach, and Coconut Island, The Three Islands.

In the afternoon, head to the Tung Sau area, known for its lively fish and cultured pearl fishing. Witness the entire process of pearl cultivation, harvesting, and sculpting. Enjoy kayaking or observe the pearl-making process. Visit the beautiful Titov Beach for swimming (weather permitting) or hike to the top of Titov Island for a panoramic view of Halong Bay.

Return to the boat for relaxation before cruising to the Luon Bo area and anchoring for the night.

Enjoy a Deluxe Vietnamese BBQ Set Menu for dinner. In the evening, engage in various activities on Pelican Halong Cruise, such as relaxing, enjoying music, playing cards or chess, and reading magazines in the room and dining area. Experience squid fishing and boat fishing for added excitement.

• Meals: B,L,D
• Accommodation: overnight on 5* cruise

Day 2: Halong Bay

Boating Adventure to Cua Van Fishing Village and Mesmerizing Me Cung Cave:

• 06:00 – 08:30: Join a 30-minute Tai Chi class on the sundeck. Enjoy coffee, tea, and pastries for breakfast in the dining room with a view of the bay’s landscape.
• 08:30: Transfer to a day boat to visit Cua Van fishing village. It’s a small community with around 700 residents living at the foot of Ngoc Mountain. Explore the village on a rustic row boat, guided by friendly locals. Experience peace and fresh air, truly relax.
• Visit Me Cung Cave, also known as Maze Cave. It’s nestled in the protected Halong Bay and has a complex structure with compartments and a 100m corridor. The cave dates back 7,000 – 10,000 years to the preliminary Halong culture. The entrance resembles a house roof carved into the island’s slopes. Inside, it feels like entering a Persian King’s grand palace. The cave shimmers with sparkling stalactites in diverse shapes, drooping like multi-colored curtains. Me Cung Lake’s blue waters add to the picturesque beauty.
• Enjoy a set menu lunch on the day boat. Return to the overnight cruise ship for free time to relax.
• Optional: Book a massage service directly with the Cruise Manager (refer to the massage menu).
• Join a cooking class on the sundeck. Enjoy Happy Hour (buy one drink, get one free) while watching the magnificent sunset over Halong Bay.
• 19:30: Indulge in a Deluxe Vietnamese Dinner. Evening activities include leisure time at the bar, watching Vietnam cultural films, relaxing to cruise music, and reading magazines in your room or the dining area. You can also try squid fishing on the boat.
• 23:00: End of Day Two program.

Day 3: Halong Bay – Hanoi