Doris Cruise: The most modern 5-star cruise in Halong and Lan Ha bay

08:00 – 08:45: Passengers are picked up at the hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter.

08:45: Depart from Hanoi Old Quarter for Tuan Chau Marina in Halong.

10:30: The transportation bus stops in Hai Duong for a 20-minute short break.

11:30 – 12:00: Tourists arrive at Tuan Chau Marina.

12:00 – 12:30: The speed boat will transfer tourists to the main vessel of Doris Cruise. You will be welcomed with some drinks. Meet the cruise team and listen to the safety guide and introduction about the cruise facilities.

13:00: Enjoy a set menu lunch with Vietnamese seafood while the cruise passes the majestic islets of Halong Bay, including Con Vit Islet and Thumb Islet. In the afternoon, tourists will visit Lan Ha Bay, explore the stunning lagoon and sunbathe on Doris Cruise, swim and kayak in Ba Trai Dao Islets and Beach.

17:30: Passengers get back to Doris Cruise to take part in the sunset party on the sundeck. Enjoy some fresh fruits, pastries and wine and take gorgeous photos with the shimmering sunset.

18:00 – 18:15: The cooking class on Doris Cruise is guided by the Chef, who will show you how to make some traditional Vietnamese dishes, including spring rolls.

19:00: Savor a dinner with Vietnamese cuisine and seafood at the restaurant of Doris Cruise.

21:00: You can participate in some interesting activities on Doris Cruise such as playing card games, listening to music, squid fishing, sightseeing or simply relaxing at your cabin.

06:30: Start a new day full of energy by participating in the Taichi exercise on the sundeck. Morning exercise helps to ease your mind and refresh your muscles.

07:00: You will be served with breakfast while contemplating the spectacular view of Lan Ha Bay. After breakfast, Doris Cruise continues the excursions to farther areas.

08:20: Tourists are transferred to the day boat to visit Viet Hai Fishing Village on Cat Ba Island.

09:45 – 10:00: In Viet Hai Fishing Village, you will get a good opportunity to get around this pristine countryside by bicycle. There you will visit the local houses, admire the beauty of nature and experience the daily life of the local residents.

12:00: Passengers get back to the day boat and have lunch.

14:30: Continuing the journey, tourists will be taken to Van Boi Beach for kayaking and swimming. Also in this area, you can see the fish farm of the locals in the floating village.

15:00: Participate in the sunset party and have some cups of drinks.

16:00: Tourists get back to the main yacht of Doris Cruise. You will have time to freshen up, relax and enjoy the massage treatment at the spa while Doris Cruise is sailing towards the overnight area in Lan Ha Bay.

19:00: Savor a delicious dinner with Vietnamese seafood and specialties at the restaurant. After dinner, you can have a cup of cocktail at the bar, try squid fishing, watch a movie or relax at your cabin.

06:30: Get up early and you will have a chance to contemplate the sunrise and join a Taichi session on the sundeck.

07:00 – 07:45: Have a breakfast on the view of Lan Ha Bay. You will be served a cup of tea or coffee.

08:15: Tourists transfer to the tender boat to visit Dark and Light Cave. There you can explore the sparkling cave on a kayak or bamboo boat sailed by the locals.

09:30: Return to Doris Cruise to complete the check-out procedure.

10:00: Tourists are delivered a buffet lunch at the restaurant of Doris Cruise.

11:30: Doris Cruise disembarks near Tuan Chau Marina. Passengers will be transferred back to the harbor on a speedboat.

12:00 – 12:30: Passengers return to Hanoi on a transferring bus.

13:50 – 14:00: The bus stops in Hai Duong for a short break.

15:00 – 15:30: Return to Hanoi. End of the journey.