Itinerary for 04 days 03 nights exploring Ha Long Bay – Amanda Legend Cruise

DAY 1: HANOI – HA LONG BAY – TRINH NU CAVE AREA

07.45-08.30: You will be picked up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter and transferred to Ha Long (For you booking Limousine Bus or shuttle bus only).

11:30-12:00 Upon arrival at No 12, Tuan Chau Marina, you will enjoy a warm welcome by our cruise staff in the waiting lounge and complete check-in procedure.

12:30 Upon boarding Amanda Legend Cruise, our crew welcome you with a refreshing drink and cold towel before checking into your cabin. The vessel leaves Tuan Chau Marina, taking you on an exciting journey to discover the beauty of Ha Long Bay. 

Enjoy your lunch at our luxurious restaurant on board while the vessel cruises toward Trinh Nu cave area.

14.30 Return to your room to rest and prepare for a kayaking program in the Trinh Nu area.
The Trinh Nu area includes Trinh Nu cave (one of the large caves with a cave entrance to receive sunlight in Ha Long) and the private beach still retains its pristine beauty, surrounded by majestic limestone mountains and jade-green sea water.

Enjoy the lyrical scenery of the Trinh Nu Area by swimming or kayaking in the blue sea or sunbathing on the private white sand beach.

17.30-18.00  Return to the boat to join the Sunset Party and cooking class while the boat moves to the anchoring point. Relax with a traditional Vietnamese tea or coffee on the sundeck while enjoying the magnificent scenery and breathtaking sunset. Ha Long Bay is peaceful by day, but even more serene and tranquil as the sun sets.
The chef will guide you how to make Vietnamese Traditional Fresh spring rolls, then you will enjoy the finished products made by their own hands.

17.30-18.30   Happy hour – BUY 2 DRINKS GET 1 FOR FREE  

19.30 Gala Dinner. Enjoy a romantic dinner outdoors (if the weather is favorable) or restaurant

20.30 After dinner, you will enjoy a peaceful view of the Bay at night on the deck. You can also participate in evening activities such as massage (subject to additional charge), herbal foot bath in your room (free of charge), fashion show traditional costumes “Footsteps of Heritage” and some drinks at Sky Bar while admiring the breathtaking view of the Bay at night and squid fishing.

The cruise ship anchors for your peaceful night stay in quiet area

 

DAY 2: BAI TU LONG BAY – VUNG VIENG FISHING VILLAGE – BAN CHAN ISLAND

06.15  Join a Tai Chi class on the sundeck.

06.30–07.00 Enjoy a light breakfast with tea, coffee, pastries, and fruit .

08.00 Transfer by tender to Vung Vieng Fishing Village. Coming to Vung Vieng, you will experience exploring the lives of fishermen in the fishing village and participate in activities such as walking around the village by bamboo boat or learning about fish farming.

11.00 The tender will return you to the cruise to prepare for a buffet lunch at the restaurant as the cruise heads towards Ban Chan Island.

12:00 After lunch, take a break and prepare for the afternoon

14.00 Get ready and head to Ban Chan Island – a small, wild and deserted island on Bai Tu Long Bay with white sand dunes. You can swim and immerse themselves in the island’s crystal-clear waters.

17.30-18.00  Join the Sunset Party and cooking class while the boat returns to its anchoring spot. Relax with traditional Vietnamese tea or coffee while admiring the magnificent scenery and sunset. Bai Tu Long Bay is quiet during the day but even more peaceful at sunset.

Our chef will guide you in making traditional Vietnamese Fried Rolls and afterward, you will enjoy then you will enjoy the finished products made by their own hands.

17.30-18.30   Happy Hour: BUY 2 DRINKS GET 1 FREE.  

19.30 Gala Dinner. Enjoy your dinner outdoors (weather permitting).

20.30 After dinner, you will enjoy a peaceful view of the Bay at night on the deck. You can also participate in evening activities such as massage (subject to additional charge), herbal foot bath in your room (free of charge), fashion show traditional costumes “Footsteps of Heritage” and some drinks at Sky Bar while admiring the breathtaking view of the Bay at night and squid fishing.

The ship is anchored in a quiet area at Bai Tu Long Bay.

 

DAY 3: TI TOP ISLAND – DONG TIEN LAKE

06.15 Start your day with a Tai Chi class on the sundeck.

06.30-07.00 Enjoy a light breakfast with coffee, tea, pastries and fruits, Vietnamese pho, egg station.

08:00 Tender will take you to visit Dong Tien Lake – one of the beautiful caves, with great value in scientific research and geology and geomorphology. Not only does it have scientific value in terms of geology, geomorphology, and biodiversity, Dong Tien lake cave also gives you moments of refreshing relaxation, when you discover the unique and magical beauty of nature in Ha Long Bay.
Here you can explore the beauty of Dong Tien Lake area on kayaks or admire the beautiful scenery of Ha Long Bay.

10.00 Return to the boat to relax in your cabin, enjoy a herbal foot soak, or sunbathe on the sundeck. 

11.00-12:00 Enjoy lunch at the luxurious restaurant on board while the ship travels to the Titop Island area.

14.00-17:00 At Titop Island, you can hike to the summit for panoramic views of Ha Long Bay or swim in the island’s clear waters.

17.30-18.00  Back on board, you will participate in Sunset party & cooking class while the vessel cruises toward the shore. You can enjoy relaxing moments while sipping a cup of traditional Vietnamese tea or coffee on the sundeck amid wonderful scenery and beautiful sunset. Ha Long Bay is calm during the day, but when the sun goes down, the Bay becomes even more tranquil and peaceful.
You will be instructed to make delicious Traditional Vietnamese floating rice cake by our chef and then enjoy the floating rice cake made on your own.

17.30-18.30   Happy Hour: BUY 2 DRINKS GET 1 FREE.

19.30 Join the Gala Dinner on the sundeck, and participate in evening activities similar to the previous nights.

The cruise ship anchors for your peaceful night stay in a quiet area.

 

DAY 4: SURPRISING CAVE – HALONG BAY

06:15 Start your day with Tai Chi class on the sun deck.

06:30-07:00 Enjoy light breakfast with coffee, tea, cakes and fruits, Pho Vietnam, egg station.

07:30 You will be transferred to Surprising Cave by tender. This is one of the largest and most beautiful caves in Halong Bay. The cave has some unique rock formations that can’t be found anywhere else. The road to the mouth of Sung Sot cave is under the foliage. Walking through steep stone steps, visitors can have the feeling of climbing the mountain and experience the excitement of stepping into the sky.

08:30-09:30 Back on the boat, you can rest in your room, sunbathe on the sundeck, take photos of Halong Bay

09:30 Check-out time

Please place your luggage outside the cabin and leave your room key at the front desk. Our staff will transfer your baggage to the waiting area.

10:00 Enjoy an early lunch buffet at the restaurant on the 2nd floor and pay the bill if any.

11:00 Arrive at Tuan Chau Marina. 

Cycling to explore Tuan Chau Island (applied to customers using Bus) after checking out.

The trip ends.

Thank you for using the services of Amanda Legend Cruise.

We look forward to welcoming you once again on our journey.

Goodbye and see you on your next trip!

1. Inclusions:

• 03 night accommodation on 5-star cruise.
• Welcome drink and cold towel.
• Tea, coffee, bottled mineral water and amenities according to room standards.
• 11 standard meals as mentioned in the itinerary.
• Outdoor dinner (if the weather is favorable).
• “Footsteps of Heritage” : Fashion shows traditional costumes.
• Foot bath basin in the room and free herbal bags.
• Fruit in all rooms.

• Activities:

• • Experience kayaking in the area of ​​Trinh Nu Cave, Dong Tien Lake.
  • Swimming at Titop island and Ban Chan island.
  • Explore Vung Vieng fishing village.
  • Visit Sung Sot Cave, hike and swim Ti Top island.

• Cooking Class

• • Traditional Vietnamese Fried Spring rolls.
  • Fried Spring rolls.
  • Traditional Vietnamese floating rice cake.

• Afternoon tea
• WiFi on board
• Complimentary room setup for birthday (if any), wedding anniversary, honeymoon.
• Sightseeing tickets.
• Service fee and insurance as required in sightseeing tickets.

2. Guests of Amanda Legend Cruise should bring:

• Swimwear for kayaking and swimming.
• Waterproof bag for smartphone.
• Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses.
• Flip-flops & sneakers.
• Passport (or photo) / National identity card / Citizen ID / Birth certificate (for people without identity card)