Dora Cruise – 2 Days 1 Night in Ha Long Bay & Lan Ha Bay
Ha Long
Duration : 2 Days 1 Night
Start Location : Dora Cruise Lounge, No. 35 Tuan Chau Marina, Ha Long
The Dora Cruise Lan Ha Bay itinerary is a 2 days 1 night trip on a 5-star cruise that sails from Ha Long Bay, a World Natural Heritage site, into Lan Ha Bay off Cat Ba.
Highlights of the Dora Cruise Lan Ha Bay trip
- Suites: four categories of 35 to 45 m², with private balcony and ocean-view bathtub.
- Tra Bau area: kayaking, swimming, sunbathing or relaxing in the Jacuzzi.
- Bright and Dark Cave: by bamboo boat rowed by locals.
- Food: lunch, a dinner of fresh seafood and Vietnamese specialities, buffet breakfast and a farewell lunch.
- Sundeck: sunset tea party with fresh fruits, and morning Tai Chi.
- Evening: cooking class with the cruise chef, squid fishing, board games, music or karaoke.
- On board: swimming pool, gym, karaoke and WiFi.
Dora is a 5-star ship for travellers looking for a Lan Ha Bay luxury cruise on a newer route. This 2 day 1 night Halong Bay cruise includes kayaking, cave exploration, sunset views and onboard services. 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 Dora Cruise
| Cabin | Size | Maximum occupancy |
|---|---|---|
| Jun Suite | 35 m² | 3 adults and 1 child |
| Sen Suite | 35 m² | 3 adults and 1 child |
| Executive Suite | 45 m² | 3 adults and 1 child |
| Honeymoon Suite | 45 m² | 3 adults and 1 child |
What is included
- Luxury 5-star cabin with private balcony and ocean-view bathtub
- All meals on board
- Entrance and sightseeing tickets
- Kayaking and bamboo boat experience
- Tai Chi session and cooking class
- Gym, swimming pool, karaoke and squid fishing
- Welcome drink, sunset tea and fresh fruits
- WiFi on board
What is not included
- Flights, land transport and hotels (limousine transfer from Hanoi available at extra cost)
- Visa fees
- Spa and massage services
- Drinks, minibar and personal expenses
- Tips and VAT
Children policy
- Children aged 1 to 4: the first child is free of charge; from the second child, 50% of the adult rate.
- Children aged 5 to 7: 50% of the adult rate.
- Children aged 8 to 11: 75% of the adult rate.
- Children from 12 years old: 100% of the adult rate.
- A Saturday surcharge per cabin applies to some cabin categories in the summer season. Contact us for details.
Good to know
- Check-in is at 12:15 – 12:30 at the Dora Cruise Lounge, No. 35 Tuan Chau Marina. You are back at the port around 12:15 – 12:30 on day 2.
- An optional limousine pick-up from the Hanoi Old Quarter leaves at 08:45 – 09:15.
- All activities are optional; you can stay on board instead.
You may also like: Ha Long Bay Full Day Deluxe Cruise.
Photos: Dora Cruise; destination photos credited in their captions.
Schedule Details
DAY 1: TUAN CHAU – LAN HA BAY – TRA BAU
08:45 – 09:15: Limousine pick-up from the Hanoi Old Quarter (optional transfer).
12:15 – 12:30: Arrive at the Dora Cruise Lounge, No. 35 Tuan Chau Marina. Check in and transfer to the cruise by tender.
13:15 – 13:30: Welcome drink, cruise briefing and cabin check-in.
13:30 – 14:30: Lunch at the restaurant while cruising among the limestone islands of Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay.
15:30 – 17:00: Explore the Tra Bau area: kayaking, swimming, sunbathing or relaxing in the Jacuzzi.
18:00 – 18:15: Sunset tea party with fresh fruits on the sundeck.
18:30: Vietnamese cooking class guided by the cruise chef.
19:00 – 19:15: Dinner with fresh seafood and Vietnamese specialities.
21:00: Evening activities: squid fishing, board games, music or karaoke. Overnight on the cruise.
DAY 2: LAN HA BAY – BRIGHT AND DARK CAVE – TUAN CHAU
05:30 – 07:00: Sunrise on the bay.
07:00: Morning Tai Chi session on the sundeck.
07:45 – 08:45: Buffet breakfast at the restaurant.
08:45 – 10:00: Visit the Bright and Dark Cave by bamboo boat rowed by locals.
10:00: Return to the cruise and prepare for check-out.
10:30: Cabin check-out.
10:45 – 11:00: Lunch while the cruise sails back to the harbour.
11:30 – 11:45: Transfer boat back to Tuan Chau Marina.
12:15 – 12:30: Arrive at the port. End of the journey.
