Indochine Grand Cruise – 3 Days 2 Nights in Ha Long Bay & Lan Ha Bay
Ha Long
Duration : 3 Days 2 Nights
Start Location : No. 22, Tuan Chau International Port, Ha Long
The Indochine Grand Cruise 3 days 2 nights itinerary gives you two nights on board in Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay, with a full second day spent on a traditional local boat visiting Viet Hai Village on Cat Ba Island.
Highlights of the Indochine Grand Cruise 3 days 2 nights trip
- Bat Cave: also known as the Dark and Bright Cave; by kayak or bamboo boat rowed by local residents.
- Viet Hai Village: transfer to a traditional local boat, walk through the village, then cycle or take an electric car along the village paths.
- Lan Ha Bay: an afternoon exploring the bay from the day boat.
- Trung Trang Cave: on Cat Ba Island, on the last morning.
- Food: buffet lunch, European-style fine dining, lunch on the day boat, and breakfasts on board.
- Activities: swimming near the vessel, mini golf, fruit carving and cooking classes, squid fishing and Tai Chi.
This 3 day 2 night Halong Bay cruise suits travellers who want more time in Lan Ha Bay than the 2 days 1 night trip allows, and a closer look at village life on Cat Ba Island. 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 Indochine Grand Cruise
| Cabin | Size | Maximum occupancy |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Suite (double or twin) with balcony | 28 m² | 2 adults and 2 children |
| Suite Double | 36 m² | 2 adults and 2 children |
| Executive Suite Double with balcony | On request | 2 adults and 2 children |
| President Suite Double with balcony | On request | 2 adults and 2 children |
What is included
- Welcome drink
- Cruise programme as per the itinerary
- Sightseeing entrance fees
- Tour guide
- Meals as per the itinerary
- Luxury cabin accommodation on board
- Service charges
What is not included
- Airfare, transfer service, hotel and massage service
- Visa
- Beverages
- Crew gratuities
- VAT
- Other personal expenses and services not mentioned in the itinerary
Children policy
- Children under 3: one child per cabin free; a child rate applies to a second child under 3.
- Children from 3 to under 5 and from 5 to under 12: a fixed child surcharge applies.
- Children from 12 years old: charged as adults.
- An extra bed for a child and holiday dates carry a surcharge. Contact us for the amounts.
Good to know
- Arrive at the private waiting lounge at No. 22, Tuan Chau International Port at 11:30 – 11:45. The ship is back at Tuan Chau Port at 11:00 on day 3.
- The itinerary may change without notice because of weather conditions.
- All activities are optional; you can stay on board instead.
You may also like: Ha Long Bay Full Day Deluxe Cruise.
Photos: Indochine Grand Cruise; destination photos credited in their captions.
Schedule Details
DAY 1: TUAN CHAU – HA LONG BAY – DARK AND BRIGHT CAVE
11:30 – 11:45: Arrive at the private waiting lounge, No. 22, Tuan Chau International Port.
11:45 – 11:55: Depart from Tuan Chau harbour with a welcome drink and the itinerary and safety briefing.
13:15 – 14:00: Buffet lunch at the restaurant as the cruise passes limestone islands and rock formations.
15:30: Visit Bat Cave (the Dark and Bright Cave) in the Cat Ba National Park area by kayak or bamboo boat rowed by local residents.
16:45: Return to the cruise for 30 to 45 minutes of free swimming near the vessel.
17:30: Anchor for the night: relax on the sundeck, swim or play mini golf.
18:15: Fruit carving or Vietnamese spring roll class with the chef.
19:15: European-style fine dining dinner.
20:30: Cards, chess, dominoes or squid fishing with the crew.
22:30: End of day 1.
DAY 2: VIET HAI VILLAGE – LAN HA BAY
06:45: Tai Chi session on the sundeck.
07:15: Breakfast at the restaurant.
08:00: Transfer to a traditional local boat for the trip to Viet Hai Village. Walk through the village, then cycle or take an electric car along the village paths on Cat Ba Island.
11:30: Return to the traditional boat.
12:00: Lunch.
13:00: Continue exploring Lan Ha Bay.
17:00: Return to the cruise as it moves to the overnight anchorage.
18:15: Vietnamese cooking class with the chef.
19:15: Dinner at the restaurant.
20:30: Board games or squid fishing with the crew.
22:30: End of day 2.
DAY 3: TRUNG TRANG CAVE – TUAN CHAU
06:00 – 07:15: Light breakfast with tea, coffee and pastries.
06:30: Tai Chi session on the sundeck.
07:15: Cruise to Trung Trang Cave on Cat Ba Island.
09:00: Return to the cruise and check out; leave luggage outside your cabin.
09:30: Settle bills at reception, then a late buffet breakfast.
10:30: Cruise back to the harbour.
11:00: Arrive at Tuan Chau Port.
