Overnight cruise · 2 Days 1 Night

2 Days 1 Night Dora Cruise Halong Bay

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Dora Cruise Lan Ha Bay combines five star comfort with private balconies, ocean view bathtubs, a rooftop jacuzzi, spa, fitness centre and scenic outdoor spaces.

The 2D1N itinerary includes kayaking, swimming, sunset activities, a Vietnamese cooking class and a bamboo boat trip to Dark and Bright Cave. It is a suitable choice for couples, families and travellers seeking a relaxing luxury escape

Discover a Lan Ha bay tour from Hanoi that combines easy transportation with kayaking, swimming and scenic cruising around the bay.

Itinerary

Day 1Hanoi- Halong - Lan Ha On Dora CruiseLunch · Dinner

08:30 - 9:15: Our tour guide pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. (if you use our limousine bus or private car)

09:20: Departure to Halong Bay. You will have 1 short break during the way before arrive in Tuan Chau marina.

12:00 - 12:15: Arrive to Tuan Chau harbor.

12:30 - 13:15: Transferred by boat to Dora Cruise. Welcome to Dora Cruise and enjoy welcome drink, meet the captain, crew to get a brief introduction about cruise and safety guidelines. Check-in your cabin.

13:15 - 13:30: Enjoy Vietnamese seafood and vegetarian lunch, while cruising in the magnificent Halong Bay, admiring the fascinating rock formations in the bay.

Continue cruising through Con Vit islet (Duck Islet), Thumb islet and Gia Luan Harbor where belonged to Cat Ba area.

Discover lagoon natural area belonged to Lan Ha bay. Drop anchor for swimming or just simply sunbathe on our cruise (private, wild and fresh air).

Heading back toward the sleeping area

Do kayaking and swimming at Ba Trai Dao Islet or Tra Bau area where

17.30: Come back to our Dora Cruise and participate in our sunset party with fruit, cake and wine. Take photos and relax

18:00 - 18:15: Join cooking class guided directly by Chef of Dora Halong Cruise. You have chance to practice Vietnamese traditional dishes such as spring roll or famous cuisine of Vietnam

19:15: Time for dinner enjoying special seafood and Vietnamese typical food on the cruise.

21:00: Evening entertainments: play game on the cruise: cards game, chess, listen to music, squid fishing, relaxing and overnight on the Dora Cruise.

Day 2Dora Lan Ha - Dark & Light Cave - Ha Long Cruise - HanoiBreakfast · Lunch

06.00: Early morning sun risers can enjoy Tai Chi lesson on sundeck.

07.15 : Morning view of bay's landscape with a cup of tea or coffee. Have breakfast.

8.15: You will be at reception to go visit Dark & Bright Cave by the tender (the transfer boat) to the small floating house and there you can have opportunity to explore the cave on local bamboo boat (rowing by the locals).

9:30 - 10:15: Come back to Dora Cruise and check-out from the private cabin and enjoy a fantastic cruise on the bay.

10:30: Have early lunch at the cruise before check out

11:30: Dora Cruise are landing near Tuan Chau Harbor and transfer guest to Tuan Chau, say goodbye to Halong Bay and finish the cruise

12:15: Return to gate 35, Tuan Chau marina and travel with our limousine bus to Hanoi Old Quarter

13:50 - 14:00: Stopover in Hai Duong province to relax.

15:30 - 16:00: Arrive in Hanoi

Included

Entrance fees, sightseeing fee, kayaking
Local bamboo boat
English speaking guide
Luxury accommodation, shower
Welcome drink
Meals onboard: 02 lunches, 01 dinner and 01 breakfast
Sunrise Tai Chi
Insurance on-board
Internet wifi in the cabin, Satellite - HD LED Television
Fishing equipment
Sunset party; Cooking class on cruise

Not included

Drinks
Transfer round trip between Hanoi Old Quarter and Halong bay
Tips for tour guide and driver
Personal expenses
All services and items not.

Good to know

21 days or more before check-in: FREE of charge
From 10 to 20 days before check-in: 50% of total rates
From 4 to 9 days before check-in: 70% of total rates
3 days or less before check-in & no-show: 100% of total rates
Before departure from Hanoi to Halong Bay (none of the services has been used): 100% refund.
During the trip (some services have been used: transfer, lunch, day trip, hotel in Halong, etc.): used services will be charged, the rest will be refunded.
If the trip is cut from 2 nights to 1 night, tourists will be charged a 2 days 1 night trip, plus other used services, the rest will be refunded.
The final cost will be confirmed by your consultant via email. In all cases, please contact us directly for any urgent help. We are here to support you with all of our best!
Infant (0-4 yo): Stay for free if using existing bedding.
Child (5-11 yo): Will be surcharged to stay in a cabin with an extra bed or sharing the bed with parents.
Child (>12 yo) and above are considered adults.
Swimwear for kayaking and swimming
Waterproof bag for smartphone
Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses
Flip flops & sneakers
Passport (or a copy) / ID card / Citizen ID / Birth certificate (for people without ID card)

Questions travellers ask

1. What are the cabins like on the Dora cruise?

All 22 cabins have a private balcony, a jacuzzi bathtub and floor-to-ceiling windows, with air conditioning, a TV and Western-standard beds. Built in 2020, the ship feels fresh and modern.

2. What facilities does the Dora cruise have?

Dora cruise has a 350m2 sundeck with an open swimming pool overlooking the bay, a third-deck spa for massages, and a restaurant and bar with full views over Halong and Lan Ha Bay.

3. What's onboard the Dora?

Dora cruise has a fitness centre with cardio and strength equipment, onboard cocktail evenings and refined Vietnamese dining. Every cabin has floor-to-ceiling windows.

4. Who is the Dora cruise best for?

As 2020 steel hulled five star ship with 22 cabins, it suits travellers who want a newer boutique ship on the quieter bay. Four grades from $150 to $215 fit couples and families.