Day Tour | Ha Long Bay aboard the 5-Star Sonata Cruise

ー GENERAL INFORMATION ー

Departure Time: 08:15 AM -08:45 AM.

* After booking confirmation, we will inform you about the meeting time and location.

Meeting Point (Hanoi):

• Hanoi Opera House, Hoan Kiem Old Quarter, Hanoi (Check map here)
• Or designated pick-up points based on your hotel address (due to the regulation of transportation from 16-seated not allow to enter Old Quarter area)
  *Note: Please arrive at your selected meeting point on time to avoid missing the departure. As this is a shared group tour, the vehicle will wait for a maximum of 5 minutes at each pick-up point.

- ABOUT THIS SERVICE -

Embark on a luxurious 6-hour journey through the breathtaking landscapes of Halong Bay aboard the brand-new Halong Sonata Cruise. From Hanoi, travel comfortably by expressway before boarding the modern cruise and enjoying a lavish buffet lunch as you sail among towering limestone karsts, emerald waters, and secluded islets. Discover Halong Bay’s highlights with visits to the magnificent Sung Sot (Surprising) Cave, scenic Titov Island, and the tranquil Luon Cave, where you can choose to kayak or explore by traditional bamboo boat. Back on board, unwind on the upper deck with a sunset party, complimentary cocktails, seasonal fruits, pastries, a jacuzzi pool, and live traditional Vietnamese music. Combining spectacular scenery, exciting exploration, and premium onboard comfort, this day cruise is an ideal way to experience the best of Halong Bay in one unforgettable journey.

- ITINERARY -

8:15 AM - 9:15 AM: Tour guide will pick you up from Hotel in the Hanoi Old Quarter then depart for Halong City. We will have a short stop on the Expressway and a visit to a Pearl Workshop to learn about the process of creating real pearls.

If you depature at Tuan Chau Island: Sonata Waiting Lounge is at Pier No.21. Please assemble at the designated meeting point to depart with the group from Hanoi.

 

12:00 PM - 12:15 PM: Arriving at Tuan Chau Island and entering the private waiting lounge to board the Halong Sonata Cruise, you begin your enchanting 5.5 to 6-hour journey through the scenic 2-day sleeper cruise route, renowned for its stunning, uninhabited islets and rock formations. A buffet style lunch (or set menu, depending on the number of passengers) will be served on board.

 

 

2:00 PM - 4:30 PM: Exploring Bo Hon archipelago to visit the Surprising Cave with its great impressive stalagmites and stalactites. Next, you will visit Titov Island where you can swim on the sandy beach or climb to the peak for a panoramic view. The final stop is Luon Cave where you can choose to kayak or to join a bamboo boat rowing to explore hidden lagoon.

 

4:30 PM: Returning to the ship for a Sunset Party, enjoying a Live Traditional Music Performance as the ship cruises back to Tuan Chau Harbor. You will have great time to chill out with friends on Upper deck with unforgettable moments.

6:00 PM: Disembarking and getting on the bus to Hanoi with a short break along the way.
 

8:30 PM - 9:00 PM: Tour guide will bid you farewell at your hotel.

*Note: This is a reference itinerary. The actual itinerary may be adjusted depending on weather conditions and the actual circumstances at the destination.

 

INCLUDED:

• Modern, air-conditioned vehicle for scheduled transfers. Professional, safe, and friendly service. Round-trip via Expressway for the fastest journey. Complimentary bottled water on board.
• Professional English and Vietnamese-speaking guides throughout the trip.
• Live performances of traditional Vietnamese musical instruments.
• Access to the Jacuzzi pool and fresh towels.
• Complimentary cold or warm hand towels upon arrival.
• Refreshing welcome drinks served as you board the cruise.
• Dining: * Lavish Buffet Lunch featuring nearly 40 diverse local and international dishes.
• Sunset Party with complimentary cocktails, pastries, and seasonal fruits.
• Journey on a brand-new 99-seat luxury cruise for a 6-hour exploration of Halong Bay, visiting: Sung Sot Cave (Surprising Cave) – Titop Island – Luon Cave.

EXCLUDED:

• Personal expenses
• Drinks ordered during lunch or at the bar.
• Kayaking or Bamboo boat rowing: 80,000 VND / Guest.