Halong Bay 2 days 1 night on Genesis Regal Cruise

Itinerary

Day 1: DAY 1: HANOI – HAI PHONG – HALONG BAY – LAN HA BAY (LUNCH + DINNER)

Pass By: Halong Bay Vietnam
9h30 : GENESIS REGAL CRUISE luxury limousine picks you up at your hotel at Hanoi Old Quarter to travel to Private Lounge – arrive at around 11h30. The 2-hour journey from Hanoi to Got Ferry via the new Hanoi – Hai Phong highway is seen as a much quicker and smoother than the classic 4-hour drive to other ferries in Halong city. It’s a huge advantage when cruising with Cruise.
12h15
You travel from a tender to embark our cruise ship. Genesis Regal Cruise welcomes you onboard, since this moment, you officially spend your time on your own oasis of luxury and let your Halong Bay cruise begin. The striking and coquettish lobby welcomes you with delicious tropical taste of welcome drinks and the warmest greetings of the crew. Rest at lobby lounge and check-in your charming suite.

12h40
CRUISE proceeds to Da Chong islet, where you can see a lighthouse built by the French over 100 years ago. Your first tasty lunch onboard is served while the ship keeps cruising towards the islets of Con Vit and Gia Luan. This area is among the most untouched as CRUISE offers off-beaten track cruising for ultimate unwind and luxury experience. At this lunch time, you would be briefed by our Cruise Manager about Genesis Regal Cruise story, the detail of itinerary and some notes onboard and meet our beloved crew members in a sweet greeting performance. Trust us, you would fall in love with Cruise very soon.

15h00
We are cruising to Ba Trai Dao beach area of Lan Ha Bay( as part of Cat Ba Island and Halong Bay). We call it a tranquil paradise experience. The area is known for its sandy beaches and spectacular beauty, having about 400 fascinating islands. It’s time to enjoy kayaking or swimming and sunbathing on the beach. Another alternative for kayaking and swimming (from June to September) is Tra Bau area in Lan Ha Bay.Optional: Sailing boat available for rent as an alternative for kayak (from $10/person and subject to weather condition and availability)

18h00
Returning Genesis Regal Cruise for enjoying magnificent sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin and “Happy Hour” – By 1 Drink get 1 Free. You can choose whether relaxing on the sundeck, sipping a special cocktail with significant recipe of Chief Bartender; or finding your favorite table by the window in Le Magia Café & Restaurant on the third deck. It’s also time for onboard traditional cooking demonstration. Our chef will demonstrate and instruct you some Vietnam dishes recipe. Time for relax in jacuzzi pool on board Cruise. Two spacious jacuzzi pools are free for guests.Optional: Spa & wellness service is available. Please book with Cruise Manager directly (please see spa menu)

19h00 Your highlighted dinner à la carte onboard Genesis Regal Cruise is well-served at La Corona Restaurant on the second deck. At La Regina Legend, every meal is a delightful event. La Corona restaurant serves fusion cuisine with traditional Vietnamese taste and innovative modern dishes, prepared with fresh ingredients that have a strong provenance.
21h00 Enjoy the magical landscape of the bay by night up on the top deck. Relax whilst enjoying drinks from Genesis Regal Bar. Other choices for you to enjoy the evening: Try luck with squid fishing, watching a movie in the restaurant. Overnight on board.

Meals included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: overnight on boat

Day 2: DAY 2: HALONG BAY – HAI PHONG – HANOI (Breakfast + Brunch)

Pass By: Halong Bay Vietnam
6h10 Early morning is the best time to enjoy the magical bay at its finest, don’t miss this chance to wake up and join Tai Chi Class on the top deck. Complimentary morning tea and coffee is served until 8 am. The spacious sundeck is also ideal place for yoga and meditation, amidst the perfect harmony of the sea, the sky and the mountains.
7h00 Oceans of choices for breakfast buffet would provide you energy for a new day of travel
8h00 Join a visit to explore Dark and Bright Cave area. This area is belong to Halong Bay, but is on the border of Halong Bay, Bai Tu Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay; which features the beauty of all these bays has to offer: magical grotto formation, untouched lush vegetation and tranquil atmosphere.
9h30 Return to CRUISE boat for check-out procedures and a delightful brunch
10h30 Tea Ceremony – a very interesting chance for you to get to know about Vietnamese traditional tea culture.
11h35 Genesis Regal cruises back to the ferry for disembark; time to capture the beauty of Lan Ha Bay in your mind as you will soon have to say good bye to this gorgeousness.
14h00 Back to your drop-off point in Hanoi center. End of your 2-day 1-night Cruise trip.

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
No accommodation included on this day.