DAY 1: HANOI – TUAN CHAU PORT – LAN HA BAY – DARK & BRIGHT CAVE (Lunch, Dinner)
08:00 – 08:30 | Pick-up time
You will be picked up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter and transferred to Tuan Chau by shuttle bus (if you book the transfer service with Velar Of The Seas Cruise).
Note: If guests are not staying in the Old Quarter, our bus will pick up at Hanoi Opera House – the final pick-up point.
11:45 | Arrival at Tuan Chau Port
11:45 – 12:30 | Transfer by tender boat to Velar of the Seas Cruise
12:30 The cruise manager and crew welcome you on board with a briefing and safety instructions.
13:15 | Lunch time
Enjoy a delicious lunch at our restaurant. During lunch, the cruise begins sailing through the magnificent Lan Ha Bay, a less-visited geographical extension of Ha Long Bay, sparsely populated and known for its peaceful beauty.
After lunch, you will have a short rest before joining the first activity of the tour.
15:15
Visit Bright Cave by bamboo boat rowed by local fishermen, a peaceful circular lagoon surrounded by lush green trees and towering cliffs.
17:30 – 18:30
Enjoy a Sunset Party with fruits and snacks at Velar Sky Bar, and Happy Hour offers drinks at attractive prices. Watching the sunset together over the sea will be an unforgettable memory for all guests on board.
18:00
Our Vietnamese cooking demonstration is a great way to learn how to prepare delicious appetizers, with step-by-step guidance.
19:00
Treat yourself to a unique Signature Dinner at our special restaurant.
20:30
Time to relax with a cocktail and enjoy the night view. Our bar offers a wide selection of wine, beer, and spirits, a perfect spot after a day of cruising in the bay. Guests may also enjoy spa services, watch movies, go squid fishing, or simply relax on the sundeck under the starry sky.
DAY 2: LAN HA BAY – TUAN CHAU PORT (Breakfast, Lunch)
06:00 | Sunrise Tai Chi on the sundeck
Welcome the first light of the day on the sundeck, warm up with Tai Chi exercises, or enjoy an early morning cup of tea, coffee, or juice while admiring the beautiful scenery.
06:30
Light breakfast will be served at the restaurant (pastries, tea, coffee).
07:15 – 08:15
Explore Lan Ha Bay by kayaking around Tra Bau floating village.
09:30
Time to return to Tuan Chau Port. Check out from your cabin as we get closer to the mainland. After the final brunch and farewell from the crew at 10:45 – 11:00, you will board our tender boat back to the pier, where your driver will pick you up for transfer back to Hanoi.
11:45 – 12:10
Board the luxury vehicle and return to Hanoi.
INCLUDED:
• 1 night on Velar of the Seas Cruise
• 04 meals including: 01 breakfast, 02 lunches, 01 dinner
• Complimentary bottled water on board (01 bottle/person/day)
• Entrance and sightseeing fees
• Cruise insurance and service charges
• Kayaking
EXCLUDED:
• Transfer to/from Ha Long Bay, visa services
• Air tickets, visa
• Drinks, spa services, and personal expenses
• VAT
• Any services not clearly mentioned
NOTES:
• The itinerary may change due to weather, tide levels, and operating conditions without prior notice.
• Swimming or kayaking activities may be cancelled due to bad weather.
• Meals on board are a combination of Vietnamese, seafood, and international cuisine. Guests should inform any special dietary requirements, allergies, or food preferences at least one (01) week before departure.
• Full registration (full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport number, and visa expiry date) is required at least 3 days before departure. A valid passport must be presented at check-in; otherwise, boarding may be denied by port authorities.
• Free Wi-Fi is available on board, but interruptions may occur due to the nature of sea signal conditions.