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
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
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
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
