Grand Pioneers Cruise – 3 Days 2 Nights in Ha Long Bay & Lan Ha Bay
Ha Long
Duration : 3 Days 2 Nights
Start Location : Grand Pioneers Waiting Lounge, Gate 1, Tuan Chau International Marina
The Grand Pioneers Cruise 3 days 2 nights itinerary adds a full day-boat excursion from Ha Long Bay to Lan Ha Bay to the superyacht’s shorter programme.
Highlights of the Grand Pioneers Cruise 3 days 2 nights trip
- Surprise Cave (Sung Sot): first explored by the French in 1901, visited on day 1.
- Trinh Nu and Trong Cave: kayaking from the day boat.
- Ba Trai Dao Beach: clear water and white sand in Lan Ha Bay.
- Pearl farm: see the farming process and the exhibition centre.
- Luon Cave: by bamboo boat or kayak on the last morning.
- Every evening: sunset with canapés and drink offers at the Sky bar, a Vietnamese dinner by the Head Chef, then karaoke, the cigar and wine lounge, the pool bar or squid fishing.
- On board: four-season saltwater pool, gym, kids’ club, family entertainment room and 3D golf practice room.
This 3 day 2 night Halong Bay cruise covers both Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay with an English and Vietnamese speaking guide, for travellers who want more than one night on board. The Ha Long Bay – Cat Ba Archipelago is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Price: contact us. Rates change by season and cabin type. Message us on WhatsApp at +84 981 286 066 or email booking.amgotravel@gmail.com for the current rate.
Cabins and suites on Grand Pioneers Cruise
| Cabin | Size | Maximum occupancy |
|---|---|---|
| Ocean | 30 m² | 2 adults and 1 child |
| Ocean Balcony Suite | 40 m² | 2 adults and 1 child |
| Veranda Suite | 40 m² | 2 adults and 1 child |
| Executive Suite | 40 m² | 2 adults and 1 child |
| Pearl Suite | 42 m² | 2 adults and 1 child |
| Ocean Triple Suite | 43 m² | 3 adults and 1 child |
| The Oceania Suite | 95 m² | 2 adults and 1 child |
| The Essence Suite | 300 m² | 2 adults and 1 child |
| Owner’s Suite (two-bedroom villa) | 350 m² | 4 adults and 2 children |
What is included
- Luxury cabin with central air conditioning
- Meals in the itinerary: two lunches, two dinners, two breakfasts and one brunch
- Tender boat and speedboat transfer
- Welcome drink and daily purified water
- Canapé party during Happy Hour
- Meditation, gym, four-season saltwater pool, foosball, kids’ club, family entertainment room and 3D golf practice room
- Sightseeing entrance tickets, squid fishing and kayaking
- WiFi and satellite HD LED TV
- English and Vietnamese speaking guide
- Onboard insurance
- VAT
What is not included
- Round-trip transfer vehicle
- Extra beverages
- Spa and massage services
- Karaoke, cigars and the conference room
- Tips and other personal expenses
- All services not mentioned as included
Children policy
- A child rate applies to a second child under 5 and to children aged 5 to 11, with or without an extra bed.
- Children above 11: adult rates apply.
- Surcharges apply in peak season, on public holidays and at Tet. Contact us for the amounts.
Good to know
- Check in at the Grand Pioneers lounge, Tuan Chau International Cruise Port, at 11:30 – 11:45. The trip ends back at the lounge at 10:45 on day 3.
- Passenger details (full name, date of birth, nationality, passport or ID) must be sent before departure. Tell us about dietary requests at least 24 hours ahead.
- The itinerary may change with weather, tides and the Ha Long Bay Management Board. Some evening services carry extra fees.
- All activities are optional; you can stay on board instead.
You may also like: Ha Long Bay Full Day Deluxe Cruise.
Photos: Grand Pioneers Cruise; destination photos credited in their captions.
Schedule Details
DAY 1: TUAN CHAU – HA LONG BAY – SUNG SOT CAVE
11:30 – 11:45: Check in at the Grand Pioneers lounge, Tuan Chau International Cruise Port.
12:00: Transfer to the cruise by tender boat.
13:00 – 14:30: Welcome drink and safety briefing, then lunch at the restaurant.
15:30 – 16:30: Explore Surprise Cave (Sung Sot). Alternatively, stay on board for the spa, pool, bar, cigar and wine lounge or kids’ club.
17:30 – 18:30: Sunset over Ha Long Bay with canapés and drink offers at the Sky bar.
19:00: Dinner with a Vietnamese menu by the Head Chef.
21:00: Free time: spa, karaoke, cigar and wine lounge, pool bar, Sky bar or squid fishing. Overnight on board.
DAY 2: TRINH NU CAVE – BA TRAI DAO BEACH – PEARL FARM
05:30 – 06:00: Sunrise over the bay.
06:00 – 06:30: Meditation session on the sundeck, or the gym.
06:30 – 07:30: Light breakfast.
08:30: Transfer to the day boat from the Ti Top Island area.
09:30 – 10:15: Kayaking in the Trinh Nu and Trong Cave area.
10:30 – 11:30: Sail from Ha Long Bay to the Ba Trai Dao area of Lan Ha Bay.
11:30: Lunch on the day boat.
12:30 – 13:30: Relax at Ba Trai Dao Beach.
13:45 – 14:45: Visit the pearl farming and exhibition centre.
15:00 – 15:30: Return to the main cruise.
15:30 – 18:30: Sunset and Happy Hour with canapés at the Sky bar.
19:00: Dinner by the Head Chef.
21:00: Free time and entertainment, or squid fishing. Overnight on board.
DAY 3: LUON CAVE – TUAN CHAU
05:30 – 06:00: Sunrise over the bay.
06:00 – 06:30: Meditation session on the sundeck, or the gym.
06:30 – 07:30: Light breakfast.
07:30 – 08:30: Visit Luon Cave by bamboo boat or kayak.
09:00 – 09:30: Check out and settle any expenses at reception.
09:00 – 10:30: Brunch at the Dining by the Bay restaurant as the cruise returns to port.
10:45: Return to the Grand Pioneers lounge.
