Day 1: Hanoi - Halong Bay – Lan Ha Bay
* Note: From 1st May 2021, Stellar of the Seas offers 3 day 2 night trip on a daily basis.
Morning
Our shuttle bus picks you up in Hanoi Old Quarter Area (extra charge). The journey takes about 2.5 hours via new expressway.
Noon
Arrive at Tuan Chau marina. Embark on the cruise. You will be welcomed with complimentary drink and introduced a cruise briefing, safety instruction by the captain. Time for check in procedures and refreshment. The cruise sets sail while you are served a hearty lunch.
Afternoon
Join us for a typical lunch in the luxury dining room with indoor or outdoor dining area. Check into your cabin. Time to refresh and unwind and continue cruising through Con Vit islet, Thumb islet and Gia Luan habour where belonged to Cat Ba area. Enjoy the stunning view of the Bay and its dramatic limestone islets while we sail towards Dark & Bright Cave (Hang Sang & Toi). You can choose to explore the cave yourself on kayak or on local bamboo boat rowed by the locals. Heading back toward the sleeping area.
Early Evening
Return to the cruise to admire magnificent sunset on the sundeck while enjoying a Sunset party. You can choose to socialize with other groups of tourists or simply watch the sunset and unwind in the seasonal swimming pool or in our golf course.
Evening
Enjoy a well-rounded BBQ dinner outside the swimming pool area with fresh food. Indulge yourself with a wide selection of cocktails in the panoramic bar or participate in onboard activities including games, movies, mini-golf, and squid fishing. Massage services are also available. Overnight on board.
Day 2: Lan Ha Bay Exploration
Early morning
Early risers are welcomed to attend a Tai Chi session on the sundeck which helps to full charge your energy for the new day. In addition, the best place to practice this is amongst the limestone peaks and islands.
Morning
Joining light breakfast in a panorama view of the world heritage site. After breakfast, enjoy kayaking at Ao Ech Area. Return to the cruise and have brunch at 10:00 am. Then, enjoy your time for relaxing before getting on the speed boat to explore some unique areas where the main boat cannot go through.
Afternoon
Transfer to the speed boat heading to Viet Hai Village on Cat Ba Island. Take an electric car to enjoy gorgeous sceneries along village roads and go through rainforests. Back to the day boat to continue cruising further in Lan Ha Bay. The second stop is a local pearl farm where you will kayak to discover the limestone mountains in the surroundings. Then the cruise proceeds to the natural beach for sunbathing and swimming.
Early Evening
Back to the Stellar of the seas cruises for sleeping area. You will have time to freshen up, play some games or relax your body with massage services.
Evening
A different dinner menu is ready to be served. Indulge yourself with a wide selection of cocktails in the panoramic bar or participate in onboard activities including squid fishing, watching movies in the restaurant. Massage services are also available. Overnight on board.
Day 3: Lan Ha Bay - Hanoi
Early morning
Early-birds are welcomed to attend Tai Chi demonstration on the sundeck which helps to focus the mind, condition of the body and full charge your energy.
Morning
You will be served with a light breakfast at the restaurant. Then experience kayking at Ao Ech Area for around 1 hour.
Mid-morning
9:30am - Time for checking out.
Late morning
Vietnamese cuisines lunch is served at 10:00am. Then - Return to the shore and disembark the cruise. Our transfer vehicle drives you back to Hanoi. Arrive at your hotel at around 15:30.