PELICAN LUXURY CRUISE – ITINERARY 2 DAYS /1 NIGHT

(FROM US$326 / DOUBLE CABIN)

OVERVIEW

Pelican Cruise 2 days 1 night will take you for a discovery of Ha Long Bay’s best of different formulas and Bai Tu Long Bay to take you each for a ride amidst the magic archipelago; and depending on the length of the cruise, you’ll enjoy a global overview of different wonders that this UNESCO World Heritage site has to offer. Also, travelers will view the life of local people on the sea by a rustic – row boat. It is so amazing experience about Halong Bay and Bai Tu Long bay.

Take a short and insightful trip to one of the most visited sites in Vietnam with our Halong Bay – Bai Tu Long cruise tours. Revel in the tranquility of the natural seascape dotted with around 3,000 islands and rocky outcrops. Start your day with Tai Chi class in the calm of a Halong Bay morning. Enjoy a divine culinary experience with our Halong Bay cruise tours before taking in the serenity of the sun setting over the Bay. Our two days – one night Halong Bay – Bai Tu Long Bay cruises are ideal for those who want to experience the World Heritage-listed Halong Bay within a limited time frame. Your cruise can be capped off perfectly when combined with a visit to Hanoi, the thousand year old, culturally rich capital of Vietnam. Book Online for your trip to Halong Bay and Bai Tu Long Bay!

TOUR PROGRAM

DAY 01 HANOI – HALONG BAY – BAI TU LONG BAY (L, D)

7.30 – 12.00: Pick up from your hotel in Hanoi. Drive to Halong City through the paddy fields in the Red River Delta. Stopover at Hai Duong province for refreshment about 20 – 30 minutes.

12.00 – 13.00: Arrive in Tuan Chau Wharf – Breaking and taking photo at Pelican Private Lounge

Transfer by tender to the boat

13.00 – 15.30: Check in and enjoy Welcome Drink, receive cruise brief and safety instruction by crew member and Cruise Manager

Start cruising. Enjoy buffet lunch while cruising to magnificent Halong Bay – Bai Tu Long Bay, admire the fascinating formations on the way. You will have opportunity to see the famous such as: Perfume Rock, Fighting Cock, Lonely Rock, Saddle Rock…. before arrives to “Vung Viêng” village.

15.30 – 17.30: Visit “Vung Viêng” village by a rustic – row boat, meet the local people who will help you row the boat for sightseeing. Enjoy quiet space and fresh air, you will feel truly relaxing.

Free optional swimming and kayaking around many small and big islands at emerald Bai Tu Long water.

17.30 – 19.30: Back to the boat and free time for relax

Option: Massage service available. Please book with Cruise Manager directly (please see massage menu)

Cooking class on sundeck – How to make Vietnamese spring rolls. Then enjoy the spring rolls you make together and Happy Hour (buy one drink, get one free). It is time for chatting and relaxing.

19.30 – 23.00: Deluxe Vietnamese Dinner will be served

Evening activities include: Leisure time for chatting around the bar, watching many sorts of Vietnam cultural films. Relaxing and spending a romantic night on Pelican Cruise’s music. Reading magazines in room and dining room. Passengers may also try their luck with squid fishing on the boat.

Option: Massage service available. Please book with Cruise Manager directly (please see massage menu)

23.00 End of Day One program

DAY 02 HA LONG BAY – HANOI (B, L)

06.00 – 09.00 Taking part in Tai Chi class on the sundeck (duration about 30 minutes)

Coffee, tea and pastries for breakfast are served in the dining room with morning view of bay’s landscape.

Transfer by tender to Sung Sot Cave. Walk up about 100 steps to the cave entrance. It takes approximately 45 minutes for cave visiting. Return to the boat by tender. Proper shoes are highly recommended.

09.00 – 11.30 Check out and make payment in reception area

Have a buffet brunch while cruising back to the Tuan Chau Wharf. Relaxing on the sundeck or in the dining room enjoying the bay scenery as approaching the wharf.

11.30 Transfer by tender to Tuan Chau Wharf. Say goodbye to the crew

12.00 – 16.30 Return from Halong to Hanoi by shuttle bus

Stop over the middle to visit a traditional workshop

16.30 Arrive in Hanoi

End of the trip.

Note:

Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather, tide levels and operating conditions. Swimming or kayaking excursions may be cancelled due to poor weather. Unused services are not subject to a refund.

Meals on board are fusion: Vietnamese, seafood & international. Guests should advise of any special food preferences, allergies or dietary requirements at least one (1) week prior to the cruise date.

Advance registration is required with full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport number and visa expiry date for all passengers. A valid passport is required upon check-in. Otherwise, boarding may be denied by port authority.

INCLUDED IN CRUISE RATES

• Taxes and Service Charge
• Entrance & Sightseeing Fees at 450.000VND/pax for 2 days 1 night and
• 680.000VND/pax for 3 days 2 nights
• Welcome Drink
• In-house English-speaking Tour Guide
• Luxury Cabins & Suites with A/C
• Luxury en-suite Bathroom
• All meals on board
• Kayaking for the 2nd day (applied for 3 days 2 nights package)
• Sunrise Tai Chi Class
• Insurance on board

EXCLUDED IN CRUISE RATES

• Airfares, Car Transfers & Hotels
• Visa Arrangements
• Beauty Spa Services & Massage
• Kayaking services (for itinerary 2 days 1 night)
• Beverages
• Tips & Others Personal Expenses
• All other services not clearly mentioned in Inclusions

PELICAN LUXURY CRUISE – ITINERARY 3 DAYS /2 NIGHTS

(FROM US$629 / DOUBLE CABIN)

OVERVIEW

Pelican Cruise 3 days 2 nights give more opportunities to explore out of the way places such as Lan Ha Bay area, Ho Dong Tien cave and indulge in the natural wonder of Halong Bay than the 2 days 1 night Halong cruise tours. See the magnificent limestone islets and outcrops lined-up across the emerald sea. Explore Lan Ha Bay area by private kayaking, swimming at the bay and beach also. Kayak unspoiled lagoons, sliding past deserted white sand beaches and awesome limestone formations. Besides, travelers also have a chance to explore Ho Dong Tien cave. Ho Dong Tien (Fairy Lake Cave) is one of the most beautiful caves on Halong Bay. It’s featured with not only charming beauty but also geological value and historical value. The second chamber of the cave leads to a lake surrounded by lime-stone mountains. The lake has a special ecological environment with many endemic species. The lake inside the cave is supposed to be the place where fairies descended to swim. Therefore, the locals call it “Ho Dong Tien” (Fairy Lake Cave).

The three days – two nights escape is ideal for keen novice or experienced kayakers, swimming and communing with nature.

What to bring:

Sun block - Camera + Film - Insect repellent - Original Passport - A wide brimmed hat - Swimming costume - Sun glasses

TOUR PROGRAM

DAY 01 HANOI – HALONG BAY – BAI TU LONG BAY

7.30 – 12.00: Pick up from your hotel in Hanoi. Drive to Halong City through the paddy fields in the Red River Delta. Stopover at Hai Duong province for refreshment about 20 – 30 minutes

12.00 – 13.00: Arrive in Tuan Chau Wharf – Breaking and taking photo at Pelican Private Lounge

Transfer by tender to the boat

13.00 – 15.30: Check in and enjoy Welcome Drink, receive cruise brief and safety instruction by crew member and Cruise Manager

Start cruising. Enjoy buffet lunch while cruising to magnificent Halong Bay – Bai Tu Long Bay, admire the fascinating formations on the way. You will have opportunity to see the famous such as: Perfume Rock, Fighting Cock, Lonely Rock, Saddle Rock…. before arrives to “Vung Viêng” village.

15.30 – 17.30: Visit “Vung Viêng” village by a rustic – row boat, meet the local people who will help you row the boat for sightseeing. Enjoy quiet space and fresh air, you will feel truly relaxing.

Free optional swimming and kayaking around many small and big islands at emerald Bai Tu Long water.

17.30 – 19.30: Back to the boat and free time for relaxing

Option: Massage service available. Please book with Cruise Manager directly (please see massage Menu)

Cooking class on sundeck – How to make Vietnamese spring rolls. Then enjoy the spring rolls you make together and Happy Hour (buy one drink, get one free). It is time for chatting and relaxing.

19.30 – 23.30: Deluxe Vietnamese Dinner will be served

Evening activities include: Leisure time for chatting around the bar, watching many sorts of Vietnam cultural films. Relaxing and spending a romantic night on Pelican Cruise’s music. Reading magazines in room and dining room. Passengers may also try their luck with squid fishing on the boat.

Option: Massage service available. Please book with Cruise Manager directly (please see massage menu)

23.00: End of Day One program.

DAY 02 HA LONG BAY – BAI TU LONG BAY – HALONG BAY

06.00 – 08.00: Taking part in Tai Chi class on the sundeck (duration about 30 minutes). Coffee, tea and pastries for breakfast are served in the dining room with morning view of bay’s landscape.

08.30 – 12.30: Transfer to day boat for visiting Three Peach. Have 2 hours for cruising. Time for sunbathing on sundeck, enjoy beauty of the Bay.

Kayaking and swimming at Three Peach Beach, a pristine natural one lapped by turquoise water (if the weather permit). Possibility of kayaking through an amazing tunnel carved under a limestone mountain.

12.30 – 19.30: Back to boat. Set menu lunch is served. Then visiting “ Động Tiên” Cave

Cruise back to Pelican Cruises. Free time on boat for relaxing.

Take part in cooking class – Happy Hour (buy one drink, get one free)

19.30 – 23.00: Deluxe Vietnamese Dinner will be served.

Evening activities include: Leisure time for chatting around the bar, watching many sorts of Vietnam cultural films. Relaxing and spending a romantic night on Pelican Cruise’s music. Reading magazines in room and dining room. Passengers may also try their luck with squid fishing on the boat.

Option: Massage service available. Please book with Cruise Manager directly (please see massage menu)

23.00: End of Day Two program

DAY 03 HA LONG BAY – HANOI

06.00 – 09.00: Taking part in TaiChi class on the sundeck (duration about 30 minutes)

Coffee, tea and pastries for breakfast are served in the dining room

Transfer by tender to Sung Sot Cave. Walk up about 100 steps to the cave entrance. It takes approximately 45 minutes for cave visiting. Return to the boat by tender. Proper shoes are highly recommended

09.00 – 11.30: Check out and make payment in reception area

Have a buffet brunch while cruising back to the Tuan Chau Wharf. Relaxing on the sundeck or in the dining room enjoying the bay scenery as approaching the wharf.

11.30: Transfer by tender to Tuan Chau Wharf. Say goodbye to the crew.

12.00 – 16.30: Return from Halong to Hanoi by shuttle bus

Stop over the middle to visit a traditional workshop

16.30: Arrive in Hanoi. End of the trip.

Note:

• Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather, tide levels and operating conditions. Swimming or kayaking excursions may be cancelled due to poor weather. Unused services are not subject to a refund.
• Meals on board are fusion: Vietnamese, seafood & international. Guests should advise of any special food preferences, allergies or dietary requirements at least one (1) week prior to the cruise date.
• Advance registration is required with full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport number and visa expiry date for all passengers. A valid passport is required upon check-in. Otherwise, boarding may be denied by port authority.

INCLUDED IN CRUISE RATES

• Taxes and Service Charge
• Entrance & Sightseeing Fees at 450.000VND/pax for 2 days 1 night and
• 680.000VND/pax for 3 days 2 nights
•  Welcome Drink
• In-house English-speaking Tour Guide
• Luxury Cabins & Suites with A/C
• Luxury en-suite Bathroom
•  All meals on board
• Kayaking for the 2nd day (applied for 3 days 2 nights package)
• Sunrise Tai Chi Class
• Insurance on board

EXCLUDED IN CRUISE RATES

• Airfares, Car Transfers & Hotels
•  Visa Arrangements
• Beauty Spa Services & Massage
• Kayaking services (for itinerary 2 days 1 night)
• Beverages
• Tips & Others Personal Expenses
• All other services not clearly mentioned in Inclusions