2 DAYS 1 NIGHT CRUISE ON ESSENCE GRAND SUPERYATCH...

DAY 1: HANOI – HALONG BAY – LUON CAVE – TITOP ISLAND (L,D)

08:15 – 08:45 Pick up

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 Comfort Stop 

A short break on route for refreshments (about 20 minutes)

11:30 – 11:45 Welcome 

Arrive at the Halong International harbor (Sun Harbor) – Halong City. You will be warmly welcomed at our Essence Grand Superyacht waiting lounge by our staff

12:00 – 12:15 Embark – Cruise briefing – Check-in Essence Grand Superyacht 

Once on board our Essence Grand Superyacht, enjoy a welcome drink at Cloud Nine restaurant during the cruise briefing. Check-in to your luxury spacious suite

13:00 Lunch – Cloud Nine restaurant

Lunch will be served at Cloud Nine restaurant while our Essence Grand Superyacht cruises among thousands of islands and islets of stunning Halong Bay

14:30 – 15:15 Luon cave – Kayaking or Bamboo boat ride  

Visit Luon Cave, a hidden lagoon ideal for kayaking. This is one of the must-do activities in the bay. Or if you prefer you can paddle leisurely around the lagoon in a bamboo boat. A chance to see the incredible karst formations of the bay close-up

15:30 – 16:30 Titop island – Climbing or Swimming 
Your next stop is Titop island with its famous crescent moon-shaped beach and tranquil beautiful blue waters. Viewing Halong Bay from the peak of Titop island is another not-to-be missed activity. Climb the 400 steep steps to see the scale and majesty of Halong Bay from a height of 100 meters

14:30 – 17:30 If you prefer to stay on board, and for after the excursion, you can simply relax in your comfy suite or take part in the various onboard services and activities: La Spa (spa and massage), swimming pool, pool bar, cigar club, poker, 3D golf simulator, billiards and table soccer, library, and for children there is a kid’s club

17:30 Sunset & Happy Hour time

Halong Bay has been rated as one of the most beautiful sunset spots in Asia. You can enjoy the best moments of the day at our Lighthouse Sky Bar as the sun hits the water between the dramatic limestone peaks and emerald-green coves, enjoying cocktails and a cooking demonstration

19:00 Dinner at Cloud Nine Restaurant

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

After dinner, chill out in your suite; pamper yourself at La Spa; try some squid fishing; or spend time with your fellow companions at our poker club, cigar club, karaoke club, Sky bar or the Pool bar

Overnight at Essence Grand Superyacht

***some activities may incur an additional charge – see the exclusions

DAY 2: HALONG BAY – SUNG SOT CAVE – HANOI (B,L)

05:30 – 06:00 Amazing sunrise time

Watch the sun rise over Halong Bay

06:15 Tai Chi on Sundeck. 

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

06:45 Light Breakfast: A light breakfast will be served at Cloud Nine restaurant

07:30 – 08:15 Excursion to Sung Sot Cave

Our speed boat will transport you to Sung Sot Cave – the biggest and most stunning cave in Halong Bay

09:00 Room check-out

After visiting the cave, return to our Essence Grand Superyacht to pack your luggage and check-out

09:30 Brunch at Cloud Nine restaurant

Cruise back through the bay to Ha Long harbor over a delicious morning brunch

10:45 Farewell & Disembark 

Goodbyes and transfer back to the harbor

11:00 Arrive at the harbor & return to Hanoi

Once back on land, our staff will meet you and arrange your transportation back to Hanoi

11:30 Start your trip back to Hanoi. 

Arrive back in Hanoi approximately 14:30-14:45

INCLUSIONS

•  Fully equipped luxury en-suite guestroom with chilled water central air-con and marble bathroom
•  All meals onboard (1 breakfast, 2 lunches, 1 dinner)
•  Tender/speedboat transfers
•  Welcome drink
•  Daily refilled bottled fresh water
•  Cocktails and cooking demonstration
•  Entrance and sightseeing fees
•  Tai chi, gym, four seasons and salt water swimming pool, poker, billiards, table soccer, kid’s club and use of the library
•  Activities: kayaking, bamboo rowing boat, cave visits, squid fishing
•  Wifi, satellite – HD LED TV onboard
•  English and Vietnamese speaking guides
•  Onboard insurance

EXCLUSIONS 

•  Transportation: Hanoi – Halong – Hanoi
•  Beverages
•  La Spa (spa and massage)
•  Karaoke, cigar lounge, use of conference facilities, 3D golf simulator
•  Tips and other personal expenses
•  VAT tax & service charge
•   Personal travel/health insurance
•  All other services not clearly mentioned above

NB: Surcharges will be applied during the Christmas and New Year’s Eve periods and over the Vietnamese Tet Lunar New Year

NOTES

•   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 tour guide 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

ESSENTIAL PERSONAL BELONGINGS YOU SHOULD NOT FORGET TO BRING

•   Valid passport
•   Camera
•   Sunglasses, hat, swimwear, sunscreen, insect repellent
•   Any personal medication (if applicable)