07.00: Meet our driver at your hotel in Hanoi.
07.15: Start two-hour road journey to Quang Ninh Province via expressway aboard ultra-luxurious chauffeur-driven limousine.
09.30: Welcome aboard
Arriving at Tuan Chau Marina. We welcome our guests onboard, enjoy a welcome drink, receive a cruise briefing, safety instructions, and check in to Jade Sails Cruise. Start cruising and explore Halong Bay – one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature.
Transfer by our speedboat from
Jade Sails Cruise and the team will take you on an odyssey of 7.5 hours in deep exploration through remote Halong Bay – Lan Ha Bay, discovering many hidden splendors of untouched natural wonders.
11.00: Lunch on the boat.
While cruising through a maze of towering limestone mountains, you revel in the elegant restaurant that is fully equipped with air-conditioning. A Vietnamese fusion cuisine lunch is served, and a spectacular seascape is always in view through expanded windows.
13.30: Explore the magical sea cave and hidden lagoons by kayaking or a local rowing boat
Drop anchor at a cove amid dramatic natural scenery in the Dark and Light grotto archipelago. After an introduction from our expert on how to paddle safely, you will be with a bamboo boat rowed by a fisherfolk and gently gliding through stalagmite caves led into hidden lagoons do amidst a maze of incredible rock formations rising majestically from jade-green water. Every turn brings another surprise and secret passages of an array of stalagmite caves led into hidden lagoons with a unique ecosystem, getting close to sea creatures.
15.00: Swimming in a quiet area in Lan Ha Bay.
We progress to a quiet area in Lan Ha Bay. This is a quiet tourist paradise in Vietnam. The region is known for its pristine beaches and spectacular beauty, having about 400 fascinating islands. You may prefer to try your hand at kayaking or simply enjoy a swim. This is a great experience, immersed in the crystal clear waters of the bay.
16.00: Cooking demonstration
You will join our short class of cooking demonstration class. Our chef will guide you on how to make the famous traditional Vietnamese spring rolls. Here, you will understand the culinary culture of the Vietnamese
16.30: Sunset party (enjoy break)
Summit on the sundeck to watch the magnificent sunset over the Seven Wonders of Nature, and enjoy the Sunset party. It’s an ideal time to make an acquaintance with new friends, share your traveling experience, or simply watch the sunset, or just relax. In the early evening, the boat has its Happy Hour deal.
Option: Massage service available. Please book with Cruise Manager directly (please see massage menu)
17.00: Back to Tuan Chau Marina by our speedboat
17.20: Disembark for another comfortable limousine ride back to Hanoi via the new expressway
19.30: Drop off at your hotel doorstep. Service ended.