Essence Grand Cruises

Activities: Hotel Pick up, arrive Tuan Chau Marina, embark Essence Grand Cruise, discover Sung Sot Cave - one of the most beautiful caves, relax with massage services, experience squid fishing, overnight on board.

08:15 – 08:45 Our driver will pick you up from your hotel in the Old Quarter or at our cruise waiting lounge (if you have booked the shuttle with us). The journey time to Halong Bay takes approximately 2.5 hours.

09:50: A short break on route for refreshments (15 minutes).

11:30 – 11:45 You will be presented at Tuan Chau International Port (Navigation), where Essence Grand Cruise staff will welcome and assist with check-in procedures.

12:30 You will check in at the Reception on the first floor.

13:00 – 14:30 Enjoy our welcome drink and be introduced about the itinerary and safety policies.

Lunch will be served in the Dining room By The Bay restaurant.

15:30 – 16:30 The transfer boat and the team of Essence Grand Cruise staff will take you to the Sung Sot Cave, one of the most beautiful caves in Halong Bay, discovered by a group of French explorers in 1901.

*For the guest who do not get involved in experience activities.

You can enjoy our services on the cruise including spa & massage, 4-season pool, cigar & lounge, kid clubs, ect.

17:30 – 18:30 Enjoy the best moments of the day as the sun hits the water between the dramatic limestone peaks and emerald-green coves, choose and savor Canapé and your favorite drink offerings at the Sky bar.

19:00 Tantalize your taste buds with a selection of Western and Vietnamese cuisine.

21:00 After dinner, chill out in your suite; pamper yourself at spa; experience squid fishing back of the boat on the first floor; or spend time with your fellow companions at our cigar and wine lounge, karaoke club, sky bar or the pool bar.

Overnight on the Essence Grand Halong Bay Cruise.

*Some activities may incur an additional charge – see the exclusions.

Activities: Tai Chi on Sundeck, have breakfast, kayak or bamboo boat in Luon Cave, check out, enjoy brunch buffet, back to Hanoi.

05:30 – 06:00 Enjoy the magnificent sunrise across Heritage Bay, immerse yourself in the sound of waves and be ready for a chill and fresh day.

06:00 - 6:30 Start the day on our Essence Grand Halong Bay Cruise with a Tai Chi session on the sundeck or a work-out in the gym; or you may just want to sleep in.

06:30 – 07:30 A light breakfast will be served in the restaurant.

07:30 – 08:30 Our speed boat will transport you to Luon Cave – a best destination for visiting by rowing bamboo boat, located on the north-eastern part of Bo Hon Island.

09:30 – 10:30 Check out at our Reception Desk on the first floor. Enjoy the brunch buffet on the cruise while continuing the journey back to the port.

10:45 Cruise back to the Essence Grand Cruise port.

11:00 Arrive back in Hanoi approximately 14:30 - 14:45.

End of your 3 days 2 nights trip.

Note:

Wifi connection: at times due to the remote location the signal may be weak. We hope for your kind understanding as the cruise is far from the mainland.

Advance registration is required. Please provide your full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport number and visa expiry date. A valid passport is required upon check-in, otherwise boarding may be denied by the port authority.

ITINERARY

The above is an outline itinerary and specific timing and more detail will be given by the tourguide during the trip.

Please note itineraries in the Ha Long Bay region are subject to change without prior notice depending on weather conditions, tidal levels, and local authority regulations.

All meals are included on board. Please advise If you have any special dietary requirements or food allergies when you book or at least 24 hours before departure.

Activities: Hotel Pick up, arrive Tuan Chau Marina, embark Essence Grand Cruise, discover Sung Sot Cave - one of the most beautiful caves, relax with massage services, experience squid fishing, overnight on board.

08:15 – 08:45 Our driver will pick you up from your hotel in the Old Quarter or at our cruise waiting lounge (if you have booked the shuttle with us). The journey time to Halong Bay takes approximately 2.5 hours.

09:50: A short break on route for refreshments (15 minutes).

11:30 – 11:45 You will be presented at Tuan Chau International Port (Navigation), where Essence Grand Cruise staff will welcome and assist with check-in procedures.

12:30 You will check in at the Reception on the first floor.

13:00 – 14:30 Enjoy our welcome drink and be introduced about the itinerary and safety policies.

Lunch will be served in the Dining room By The Bay restaurant.

15:30 – 16:30 The transfer boat and the team of Essence Grand Cruise staff will take you to the Sung Sot Cave, one of the most beautiful caves in Halong Bay, discovered by a group of French explorers in 1901.

*For the guest who do not get involved in experience activities.

You can enjoy our services on the cruise including spa & massage, 4-season pool, cigar & lounge, kid clubs, ect.

17:30 – 18:30 Enjoy the best moments of the day as the sun hits the water between the dramatic limestone peaks and emerald-green coves, choose and savor Canapé and your favorite drink offerings at the Sky bar.

19:00 Tantalize your taste buds with a selection of Western and Vietnamese cuisine.

21:00 After dinner, chill out in your suite; pamper yourself at spa; experience squid fishing back of the boat on the first floor; or spend time with your fellow companions at our cigar and wine lounge, karaoke club, sky bar or the pool bar.

Overnight on the Essence Grand Halong Bay Cruise.

*Some activities may incur an additional charge – see the exclusions.

Activities: Tai chi on sundeck, have breakfast, transfer to Lan Ha Bay, kayaking at Dark & Bright, chilling time at Ba Trai Dao Beach, visit Pearl Farm, Sunset & Happy Hour Time, Dinner, entertainment activities on board.

05:30 – 06:00 Amazing sunrise time.

Enjoy the magnificent sunrise across Heritage Bay, immerse yourself in the sound of waves and be ready for a chill and fresh day.

06:00 - 6:30 Tai Chi on Sundeck.

Start the day on our Essence Grand Halong Bay Cruise with a Tai Chi session on the sundeck or a work-out in the gym; or you may just want to sleep in.

06:30 – 07:30 Light Breakfast.

A light breakfast will be served in the restaurant.

08:30 Transfer to day boat.

You will be picked up at the cruise and start your trip from Titov island by day boat.

10:30 - 11:30 Transfer to Lan Ha bay.

Transfer to Lan Ha bay which is formed by the archipelago Cat Ba island. Stop at Dark and Bright caves area for kayaking.

11:30 Lunch time.

Lunch will be served on boat.

12:30 - 13:30 Chilling time at Ba Trai Dao beach.

Enjoy the crystal blue water and beautiful white sand in Ba Trai Dao beaches.

13:30 Return to Halong bay.

Return to Halong for continuing a exploration journey.

14:45 - 15:25 Visit Pearl Farm - Exhibition Center and Museum.

Visit and experience the pearl farming process at Pearl Farm Exhibition Center and Museum.

15:30 - 15:45 Return to Essence Grand Cruise.

Return to Essence Grand Cruise.

17:30 – 18:30 Sunset & Happy Hour time.

Enjoy the best moments of the day as the sun hits the water between the dramatic limestone peaks and emerald-green coves, choose and savor Canapé and your favorite drink offerings at the Sky bar.

19:00 Dinner at Restaurant.

Tantalize your taste buds with a selection of Western and Vietnamese cuisine.

21:00 After Dinner.

After dinner, chill out in your suite; pamper yourself at spa; experience squid fishing back of the boat on the first floor; or spend time with your fellow companions at our cigar and wine lounge, karaoke club, sky bar or the pool bar.

Overnight on the Essence Grand Halong Bay Cruise.

*Some activities may incur an additional charge – see the exclusions.

Activities: Tai Chi on Sundeck, have breakfast, kayak or bamboo boat in Luon Cave, check out, enjoy brunch buffet, back to Hanoi.

05:30 – 06:00 Enjoy the magnificent sunrise across Heritage Bay, immerse yourself in the sound of waves and be ready for a chill and fresh day.

06:00 - 6:30 Start the day on our Essence Grand Halong Bay Cruise with a Tai Chi session on the sundeck or a work-out in the gym; or you may just want to sleep in.

06:30 – 07:30 A light breakfast will be served in the restaurant.

07:30 – 08:30 Our speed boat will transport you to Luon Cave – a best destination for visiting by rowing bamboo boat, located on the north-eastern part of Bo Hon Island.

09:30 – 10:30 Check out at our Reception Desk on the first floor. Enjoy the brunch buffet on the cruise while continuing the journey back to the port.

10:45 Cruise back to the Essence Grand Cruise port.

11:00 Arrive back in Hanoi approximately 14:30 - 14:45.

End of your 3 days 2 nights trip.

Note:

Wifi connection: at times due to the remote location the signal may be weak. We hope for your kind understanding as the cruise is far from the mainland.

Advance registration is required. Please provide your full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport number and visa expiry date. A valid passport is required upon check-in, otherwise boarding may be denied by the port authority.

ITINERARY

The above is an outline itinerary and specific timing and more detail will be given by the tourguide during the trip.

Please note itineraries in the Ha Long Bay region are subject to change without prior notice depending on weather conditions, tidal levels, and local authority regulations.

All meals are included on board. Please advise If you have any special dietary requirements or food allergies when you book or at least 24 hours before departure.