Itinerary
Day 1: Hanoi – Aphrodite Cruises (L, D)
7:30 am to 8:30 am: Pick up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter
Along the way to Halong Bay, we will stop for a short break in an arts and crafts center. Here you are able to watch the product being made and grab a snack to eat
12:30: Embark for Aphrodite for welcome drinks, followed by the safety briefing
13:30: Enjoy lunch in the dining room
15:30: Take a 1-hour cave tour, exploring stalagmite and stalactite formations
16:30: Participate in our Happy Hour promotion (buy 1, get 1, on house wine, long drinks,
beers, soft drinks, canned juice) until 19:00
17:30: Attend a cooking demonstration with the chef on the sundeck
19:30: Have dinner in the dining room
21:00: Relax with a movie or take part in squid fishing
Day 2: Cruise full Halong Bay (B, L, D)
6:15: Practice Tai Chi on the sundeck
7:00: Enjoy a light breakfast buffet
8:30: Transfer to a day-boat for a tour of Cua Van fishing village and experience local culture
12:00: Have lunch on day-boat
13:30: Transfer to Titop island and enjoy kayaking or visit a beach
16:00: Return to Aphrodite
18:00: Dinner, followed by relaxation time
Day 3: Aphrodite Cruises – Hanoi (Brunch)
6:15: Start the day with Tai Chi on the sundeck
6:45: Have a light breakfast at the buffet
7:45: Explore Luon Cave by bamboo boat
9:00: Checkout time (guests with heavy luggage can leave bags outside of the cabin and settle accounts at Reception)
9:45: Partake in a full brunch buffet
10:30: Disembark
Check out before 11:30 am
12:00 pm: Depart Halong Bay for Hanoi
4:30 pm: We shall drop you back off at your hotel in Hanoi’s old quarter. We hope you had a legendary journey and hope to see you again!
Price from $ 256 / Person
Inclusion
– Cruise program
– Luxurious cabins and suites with AC and en-suite bathrooms
– Welcome drink
– Delicious Vietnamese and International breakfast, lunch, and dinner (set menu)
– Entrance and sightseeing fees
– English-speaking tour guide
– Sampan boat trip
– Tai Chi session
Exclusion
– Airfares, car transfers, and hotels
– Visa arrangements
– Spa services (please see the spa menu in the cabin)
– Kayaking (337,500 VND/person)
– Beverages, tips and personal expenses
– All other services not clearly mentioned above
What to bring:
– Original passport
– Camera
– Bathing suit
– Hat
– Sunglasses
– Sunblock
– Insect repellent
– Gifts (such as books, notebooks, pens, pencils, snacks) for children and elderly in the fishing village)
Note:
– The itinerary is subject to change due to weather or tide conditions, without prior notice. Cruise schedule is subject to change due to weather and operating conditions. Promotions may apply, and inclusions and exclusions may change. You will be informed of the changes upon booking.
Cancellation Policy
Canceled by customers:
– More than 7 days prior to check-in: free of charge
– 7 days prior to check-in: 10% of the total rate
– From 6 to 3 days prior to check in 50% of the total rate
– Less than 3 days prior to check-in: 100% of the total rate
– No-Show: 100% of the total rate
– Refund will take up to 7 working days
Cancellation due to bad weather conditions:
– In the event of bad weather, the Management Board of Halong Bay will assess if a cancellation is necessary on the morning of departure. If such a cancellation is necessary we will make alternative travel arrangement for you on request or offer a full refund in accordance with the cruise policy