Doris Cruise: Luxury 5-Star in Lan Ha Bay

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Duration(s):2 Days, 3 Days
Price (USD/Cabin)
Room Class2 Days 1 Night3 Days 2 Nights
Single Cabin US$268US$536
Double/TwinUS$298US$596

Price: US$ 149/Pax

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Overview:

With over 15 years of experience in the travel industry, DGB Travel – Indochina Today Travel is dedicated to providing exceptional and perfect services to visitors of Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay. Our mission is to ensure that every guest enjoys an unforgettable experience, exploring the breathtaking beauty of these world-renowned natural wonders.

Join us on the luxurious 5-star Doris Cruise, where you will be treated to top-notch amenities and unparalleled service. Our carefully curated itineraries are designed to showcase the best of Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay, from their stunning limestone karsts to their tranquil emerald waters.

Whether you are seeking adventure, relaxation, or a blend of both, the Doris Cruise offers something for everyone. Indulge in gourmet cuisine, participate in exciting on-board activities, and unwind in the elegant surroundings of your private cabin. This journey promises to be the most captivating and memorable adventure you have ever experienced.

Detailed itinerary:

Day 01: Ha Long Bay – Lan Ha Bay – Ba Trai Dao/ Tra Bau (Lunch/ Dinner)

08:00 – 08:30: Our driver will pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi old quarter

(If you book our transfer service)

09:00: Departure to Halong Bay for around 2.5 Hours with 20 minutes short break.

11:30 – 12.00: Arrive Tuan Chau harbor

12:00 – 12:30 Get transfer to Doris Cruise by a tender boat.

Around 13:00 Warmly welcome to Doris Cruise and enjoy Welcome drink, meet the captain, crew to get a brief introduction about cruise and safety guidelines.

Enjoy the lunch while cruising in the magnificent Halong Bay, admiring the fascinating rock formations in the bay.

– Continue cruising through Con Vit islet (Duck Islet), Thumb islet and Gia Luan Harbor were belonged to Lan Ha Bay. Drop anchor for swimming or just simply sunbathe on the cruise (private, wild and fresh air).

– Heading back toward the sleeping area

Check-in your cabin.

17.30: Come back to Doris Cruise and participate in our sunset party. Take photos and relax.

18.30: Join cooking class guided directly by Chef of Doris Halong Cruise. You have chance to practice Vietnamese traditional dishes such as spring roll or famous cuisine of Vietnam.

Take advantage of the Happy hours “Buy 2 get 1 free” drink program at the Sky Bar

19.00: It is time for your romantic dinner

21.00: You are free for relaxing on cruise. Playing games, squid fishing, relaxing with massage service (on request) and stay overnight on the Doris Cruise.

Day 02: Lan Ha Bay – Dark & Bright Cave – Ha Long Bay (Breakfast / Brunch)

06.30: Early morning sun risers and you can enjoy Tai-chi lesson on the sundeck.

07.00-07.45: Have breakfast while cruising on the beautiful bay.

08.00: Mingling yourself in the stunning views of the Bay and its dramatic limestone islets as we sail through the calm emerald waters heading to Dark & Bright Cave. Take your option either exploring the cave yourself on kayak or comfortably on local bamboo boat rowed by the locals.

09.30: Check-out from the private cabin and enjoy a fantastic cruise on the bay.

10.00: Enjoy the brunch on the cruise with Vietnamese cuisine.

10.45: You will be transferred by tender to Tuan Chau Harbor.

11:30: Doris Cruise are landing Tuan Chau Harbor, tourist say goodbye to sailors and finish the cruise.

12:00 – 12:30: Return to Hanoi by the luxury limousine.

15:00 – 15:15: Arrive in Hanoi

Special Note: The itinerary can be changed without prior notice because of the weather’s condition or authority’s policy.

Inclusions:

  • Entrance fees, sightseeing fee, kayaking, rowing boat
  • English speaking guide
  • Luxury accommodation, shower
  • Welcome drink
  • Meals onboard: 03 lunches, 02 dinners and 02 breakfasts
  • Sunrise Tai Chi
  • Insurance on-board
  • Internet WIFI in the cabin, Satellite – HD LED Television
  • Fishing equipment
  • Cooking class on cruise

Exclusions:

  • Drinks
  • Limousine round trip
  • Tips for tour guide and driver
  • Personal expenses
  • All services and items not

Day 01: Ha Long Bay – Lan Ha Bay – Sunset party – Cooking class (L/ D)

08:00 – 08:30: Our driver will pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi old quarter

(If you book our transfer service)

09:00: Departure to Halong Bay for around 2.5 Hours with 20 minutes short break.

11:30 – 12.00: Arrive Tuan Chau harbor

12:00 – 12:30 Get transfer to Doris Cruise by a tender boat.

Around 13:00 Warmly welcome to Doris Cruise and enjoy Welcome drink, meet the captain, crew to get a brief introduction about cruise and safety guidelines.

Enjoy the lunch while cruising in the magnificent Halong Bay, admiring the fascinating rock formations in the bay.

– Continue cruising through Con Vit islet (Duck Islet), Thumb islet and Gia Luan Harbour were belonged to Lan Ha Bay. Drop anchor for swimming or just simply sunbathe on the cruise (private, wild and fresh air).

– Heading back toward the sleeping area

Check-in your cabin.

17.30: Come back to Doris Cruise and participate in our sunset party. Take photos and relax.

18.30: Join cooking class guided directly by Chef of Doris Halong Cruise. You have chance to practice Vietnamese traditional dishes such as spring roll or famous cuisine of Vietnam.

Take advantage of the Happy hours “Buy 2 get 1 free” drink program at the Sky Bar

19.00: It is time for your romantic dinner

21.00: You are free for relaxing on cruise. Playing games, squid fishing, relaxing with massage service (on request) and stay overnight on the Doris Cruise.

Day 02: Have Breakfast – Transfer To A Daily Boat – Cycling At Viet Hai Village – Kayaking – Swimming – Sunset Party – Overnight On Cruise (B/ L/ D)

Today we shall have a deeper exploration of Lan Ha Bay using our Small Day-Boat cruising through the multiple islands & islets, hidden beaches… also a short visit on bicycles to Viet Hai village, an isolated village in the very heart of Cat Ba National Park.

06:45 The breakfast is ready at the restaurant. Today you can wakeup late then have breakfast before departure. Please be ready at the reception latest 08.30.

08.20 – 08.45 You will be transferred to the Small Day-Boat then go to the south of Lan Ha Bay and heading to Viet Hai village. Please note that you will spend whole daylight in the village and on the Daily Boat and only come back to Doris Cruise around 16:00 – 16:30.

09:00: Small Day-Boat goes through Lan Ha Bay before disembark at Viet Hai dock.

10:00: Go cycling a short trip of 5km to Viet Hai village – a small village in the midst of the jungle, surrounded by the high mountain ranges of Cat Ba National Park. The area has become popular with foreign tourists, without attracting the mass tourism so that it is still very rustic. For those who are not fancy with cycling will be arranged by electric car.

11.30: Return to the dock and board our Small Day-Boat again to sail further to the other side of Lan Ha Bay.

12:00: Enjoy the lunch with beautiful view

13:00 -14:00: Kayaking around Tai Keo cave area, a tunnel cave, to a lake like “Dragon eye”.

14:00 – 14:30 We move on to some hidden beaches around Ba Trai Dao (Three Peaches) area

14:30 – 15:30: You are free to go swimming in this beautiful & clean area

16:00 – 16:30: Transferring back to Doris Cruise, take time to refresh or enjoy the jacuzzi pool or you can do the kayaking and swimming around the boat again

17:15 The Doris cruise is moving to cruises sleeping area

18:00 We serve you the small tea break on the sundeck under beautiful sunset

18:15 Come and join with us in the cooking class “How to make deep fried spring rolls” at outside of the restaurant

19:00: It’s time for dinner.

After dinner reward yourself with a large selection of cocktails at our bar, wine and cigars cellar or enjoy the landscape of the bay at night. Take one of our on-board activities like squid fishing, watching TV in your room. Stay overnight on Doris Cruise.

You should bring

Swimming suit

Small changes (cash) to buy some drinks

Sun scream, Hat, Sunglasses

Insect Repellents

Dry bag and towels (our staff will prepare for you)

Day 03: Lan Ha Bay – Tai Chi Lesson – Dark and Bright Cave – Hanoi (B/ L)

06:30: Early morning sun risers can enjoy Tai Chi lesson on sundeck.

07:00-07:45: Have breakfast. Morning view of bay’s landscape with a cup of tea or coffee.

08:00: Mingling yourself in the stunning views of the Bay and its dramatic limestone islets as we sail through the calm emerald waters heading to Dark & Bright Cave (Hang Sang & Toi), exploring the cave yourself on local bamboo boat rowed by the locals.

09:30: Back to your cabin, take relax and check carefully all the luggage before leaving your cabin. Check-out from the private cabin and enjoy a fantastic cruise on the bay for room service. Complete check-out procedure.

10:00: Enjoy your last buffet lunch at Doris cruise.

11:30: Doris Cruise are landing Tuan Chau Harbor, tourist say goodbye to sailors and finish the cruise.

12:00 – 12:30: Return to Hanoi by the luxury limousine.

15:00 – 15:15: Arrive in Hanoi

Special Note: The itinerary can be changed without prior notice because of the weather’s condition or authority’s policy.

Inclusions:

  • Entrance fees, sightseeing fee, kayaking, rowing boat
  • English speaking guide
  • Luxury accommodation, shower
  • Welcome drink
  • Meals onboard: 03 lunches, 02 dinners and 02 breakfasts
  • Sunrise Tai Chi
  • Insurance on-board
  • Internet WIFI in the cabin, Satellite – HD LED Television
  • Fishing equipment
  • Cooking class on cruise

Exclusions:

  • Drinks
  • Limousine round trip
  • Tips for tour guide and driver
  • Personal expenses
  • All services and items not

 

Inclusions:

  • Entrance fees, sightseeing fee, kayaking, rowing boat
  • English speaking guide
  • Luxury accommodation, shower
  • Welcome drink
  • Meals onboard: 03 lunches, 02 dinners and 02 breakfasts
  • Sunrise Tai Chi
  • Insurance on-board
  • Internet WIFI in the cabin, Satellite – HD LED Television
  • Fishing equipment
  • Cooking class on cruise

Exclusions:

  • Drinks
  • Limousine round trip
  • Tips for tour guide and driver
  • Personal expenses
  • All services and items not

Children Policy: (Based on year of birth, not on birthday)

  • Free of charge for children under 4 years old
  • 50% surcharge of adult price for children from 5 to 7 years old
  • 75% surcharge of adult price for children from 8 to under 10 years old
  • Children from 10 years old will be considered as adult
  • 1 room is free of charge for a maximum of 01 child under 4 years old sharing the bed with parents, for the 2nd child onwards, a 50% surcharge of adult price will apply.

Booking Policy:

  • More than 07 days prior to check-in: free of charge
  • From 06 to 04 days prior to check-in: 50% of total rates
  • Less than 03 days prior to check-in: 100% of total rates.
  • No-Show: 100% of total rates.
  • Cancellation notice must be in written form and send to us via email. Refund will be processed between 5-7 business days.

Cancellation due to Bad Weather

We reserve the right to cancel your booking in the event of unavoidable circumstances such as: weather conditions, wars, civil strife, industrial disputes, natural disasters, terrorism, pandemics or on the express order of the local authorities. If we cancel your booking, you can either receive a refund or accept an alternative date/ booking from us at the equivalent or similar standard/ price, if possible. In case the alternative option has a lower standard, we will refund the difference.

Cruise Policy:

  • Check in on board: 12:10-12:20pm
  • Check out: 11:15-11:35am
  • Return Hanoi: 14:30-15:00pm
  • The FOC rate for children under 4 years old is applicable for 1 (one) child sharing a cabin with 2 (two) adults. Only 1 (one) child under 4 years old
  • traveling with two (2) adults is allowed for FOC per cabin.
  • Children from 4-11 will pay extra charge as mentioned.
  • Children 11 and above must pay full fare as adult.
  • A compulsory surcharge of US$50/ adult will be applied for the following days for Gala Dinner:
  • Christmas Eve (24th December, 2024)
  • New Year’s Eve (31st December, 2024)
  • Shuttle bus: $20/person (adults and children round trip Hanoi – Halong – Hanoi).

=> Pick up/Drop off point: around the Hanoi Old Quarter (or in front of Hanoi Opera House if stay outside)

Price (USD/Cabin)
Room Class2 Days 1 Night3 Days 2 Nights
Single Cabin US$268US$536
Double/TwinUS$298US$596

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