Day 1: Hanoi – Tuan Chau – Lan Ha Bay
Noon
Staff welcomes you at Ylang Waiting Lounge in Tuan Chau Marina before a speed boat takes you to Ylang Cruise. Check in the cabin and enjoy a refined lunch set menu at Ylang’s restaurant while the cruise moves further to the bay. After lunch, free time on the sundeck or on the private balcony to enjoy the magnificent view of limestone mountains.
Afternoon
Ylang’s first stop is at Viet Hai Village on Cat Ba Island where guests can ride a bicycle or use e-cart transfer to visit along the tranquil roads, mingle with locals, and understand their daily life. Back on Ylang cruise, it is the best time to watch the sunset on the terrace deck, join a tea tasting lesson, or rejuvenate at the spa.
Evening
Choose the best dishes in the fine a-la-carte dinner menu. After dinner, a “singing bowl meditation” will be guided in the wellness studio to maximize relaxation and promote good sleep. Otherwise, watching the nightlife on the bay or booking a spa treatment is an unmissable option for you until late night. Overnight on board.
Day 2: Ben Beo – Cat Ba National Park – Lan Ha Bay
Morning Early risers cannot miss the soothing Tai Chi session on the top deck while enjoying the fresh air and stunning bay view. Enjoy an energetic breakfast while Ylang Cruise moves to the Southern Cat Ba Island and stops at an ancient floating fishing village. Guests can take a look at the authentic floating houses of around 300 families and learn about their tough life on the water. Get on Ben Beo Pier and proceed to Cat Ba National Park – the home of thousands of flora and floral species. Guests have a chance to hike through the lush greenery on serene paths and immerse in the pure nature here. Noon Lunch is served on Ylang Cruise. Afternoon You have a bunch of options for afternoon activities. Sunbathing and swimming at a nearby natural beach, kayaking on the calm and emerald bay, or simply chill on board with outdoor jacuzzi or spa treatments and other wellness facilities. Evening Enjoy multiple-course dinner and your free time at night with activities such as meditation, relaxing on the top deck, resting in the private suite, etc. Overnight on board.
Day 3: Lan Ha Bay – Tuan Chau
Morning Continue the wellness journey with early morning Taichi on the top deck. Enjoy breakfast pastries with some traditional Vietnamese tea and coffee. The vessel puts the anchor at Ao Ech (Frog Pond Area) where you can soak in the clear water or discover the bay on a kayak. Back to the vessel and savor an abundant breakfast before being transferred to Tuan Chau Marina by a speed boat. Trip ends.