Essence Grand Cruise 2N1D
Day 1: Hanoi - Halong Bay
08:00 - 08:30 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 (15 minutes).
11:30 - 11:45 Tuan Chau International Marina
You will be presented at Tuan Chau International Marina, where Grand Pioneers Cruise staff will welcome and assist with check-in procedures
12:30 Check-in
You will check in at the reception, on the first floor.
13:00 - 14:30 Enjoy the welcome drinks and have lunch
Enjoy our welcome drink and be introduced about the itinerary and safety policies.
Lunch will be served in the Dining By The Bay restaurant.
15:30 - 16:30 Explore the Sung Sot Cave
The transfer boat and the Grand Pioneers Cruise team will take you to the Sung Sot Cave, one of the most beautiful caves in Halong Bay, discovered by a group of French explorers in 1901.
*For the guests who do not get involved in experience activities.
You can enjoy our services on the cruise including spa & massage, 4-season pool, cigar & lounge, kid clubs, etc.
17:30 - 18:30 Sunset and Happy Hour time
Enjoy the best moments of the day as the sun hits the water between the dramatic limestone peaks and emerald-green coves, choose and savour Canapé and your favourite drink offerings at the Sky bar.
19:00 Dinner at restaurant
Tantalise your taste buds with a selection of Western and Vietnamese cuisine.
21:00 After dinner
After dinner, chill out in your suite; pamper yourself at the spa; experience squid fishing back of the boat on the first floor; or spend time with your fellow companions at our cigar and wine lounge, karaoke club, sky bar or the pool bar.
Overnight on the Grand Pioneers Cruise.
*Some activities may incur an additional charge – see the exclusions.
Day 2: Luon cave (Halong bay) - Hano
05:30 - 06:00 Amazing sunrise timeEnjoy the magnificent sunrise across Heritage bay, immerse yourself in the sound of waves and be ready for a chill and fresh day.
06:00 - 6:30 Meditation on Sundeck
Start your new day full of energy with meditation exercises that help balance and regenerate energy or fitness exercises at the gym on the cruise ship.
06:30 - 7:30 Light breakfast
A light breakfast will be served in the restaurant.
07:30 - 08:30 Visit the Luon cave by a bamboo boat
Our speed boat will transport you to Luon Cave – the best destination for visiting by rowing bamboo boat, located on the north-eastern part of Bo Hon Island. Then, you will join kayaking - an unskippable activity in Halong bay.
09:30 - 10:30 Check out and enjoy a brunch buffet
Check out at our reception desk on the first floor.
Enjoy the brunch buffet on the cruise while returning to the port.
10:45 Get back to the Grand Pioneers Lounge
Cruise back to the Grand Pioneers Cruise port.
11:00 Start your trip back to Hanoi
Arrive back in Hanoi approximately 14:30 - 14:45.
End of your 2 days 1 night trip.
INCLUDES
- Luxury and well-equipped accommodation with private bathroom, central air conditioning.
- Meals throughout the journey (1 dinner, 2 lunches, 1 breakfast)
- Transfer by canoe, shuttle boat during the journey
- Welcome drinks - Bottled water daily
- Cocktail and cooking demonstration program - Halong Bay sightseeing ticket
- Tai-chi, gym, four-season swimming pool, entertainment games: poker, billiards, darts, library, and children's play area.
- Experience activities: kayaking, bamboo boat, cave visit, squid fishing.
- WiFi, satellite TV
- Vietnamese-English speaking guide
- Cruise liability insurance
- VAT, service charge fees.
NOT INCLUDED
- Two-way transfer from Hanoi to Halong - Beverages
- La Spa (spa and massage) - Services: karaoke, cigar lounge, meeting facilities, 3D golf practice Tips & personal expenses
- Health insurance, personal insurance
- Other items not included in the "Included" section NB: Surcharge fees apply for Christmas, New Year, and Tet holidays.