DAY 1: HANOI – HALONG BAY
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 (15 minutes).
11:30 – 11:45 Tuan Chau International Cruise Port : You will be presented at Tuan Chau International Port (Navigation: ), where Essence Grand 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 team of Essence Grand Cruise staff 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 guest 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, ect.
17:30 – 18:30 Sunset & Happy Hour time: Enjoy the best moments of the day as the sun hits the water between the dramatic limestone peaks and emeraldgreen coves, choose and savor Canapé and your favorite drink offerings at the Sky bar.
19:00 Dinner at Restaurant : Tantalize 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 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, skybar or the pool bar.
Overnight on the Essence Grand Halong Bay Cruise.
*Some activities may incur an additional charge – see the exclusions.
DAY 2: HALONG BAY – LUON CAVE - HANOI
05:30 – 06:00 Amazing sunrise time: Enjoy 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 Tai Chi on Sundeck: Start the day on our Essence Grand Halong Bay Cruise with a Tai Chi session on the sundeck or a work-out in the gym; or you may just want to sleep in.
06:30 – 07:30 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 – a best destination for visiting by rowing bamboo boat, located on the north-eastern part of Bo Hon Island.
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 continuing the journey back to the port.
10:45 Get back to the Essence Grand Lounge: Cruise back to the Essence Grand 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.
INCLUSIONS
Fully equipped luxury en-suite guest room with chilled water central aircon and marble bathroom
All meals onboard (1 lunch, 1 dinner, 1 light breakfast, 1 brunch buffet)
Speedboat transfers
Welcome drink
Daily fresh water in room amenity
Canapé during the Happy Hour Tai chi, gym, four seasons and salt water, swimming pool, table soccer, and kid’s club
Activities: cave visiting, squid fishing, kayaking Wifi, satellite - HD LED TV onboard
English and Vietnamese speaking guides
All other services not clearly mentioned above INCLUSIONS
EXCLUSIONS
Transportation: Hanoi – Halong – Hanoi
Beverages Spa (spa and massage)
Karaoke, cigar and wine lounge, use of conference facilities, 3D golf simulator,
Tips and other personal expenses
Personal travel/health insurance VAT & service charge
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