Halong Bay 3 Day Cruise Itinerary to Lan Ha Bay

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Price (USD/Person)
Room Class2 Days 1 Night3 Days 2 Nights
Single Cabin US$247US$494
Double/TwinUS$271US$542

Price: US$ 136/Pax

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INTRODUCTION:

Discover the beauty of Northern Vietnam with the Halong Bay 3 day cruise itinerary, a journey aboard the luxurious Dora Cruise. The Halong Bay 3 day cruise itinerary is designed for travelers who want to experience the best of Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay.
With the Halong Bay 3 day cruise itinerary, you can kayak in Tra Bau Lagoon, explore Dark & Bright Cave by bamboo boat, and cycle through Viet Hai Village. Every activity in the Halong Bay 3 day cruise itinerary is planned to offer a mix of adventure and relaxation. The Halong Bay 3 day cruise itinerary also includes time to simply enjoy the stunning seascapes.
Whether you choose the 2-day or the popular Halong Bay 3 day cruise itinerary, Dora Cruise ensures comfort and premium service. Each Halong Bay 3 day cruise itinerary is crafted to suit both first-time visitors and seasoned travelers.
The Halong Bay 3 day cruise itinerary is more than just a trip—it’s an immersive experience in Northern Vietnam’s natural wonders. By booking the Halong Bay 3 day cruise itinerary with Indochina Today Travel, you secure a luxurious, all-inclusive journey. Let the Halong Bay 3 day cruise itinerary set a new benchmark for cruising in Southeast Asia.
Halong Bay 3 day cruise itinerary on Dora Cruise sailing through the peaceful landscape of Lan Ha Bay

Experience the Halong Bay 3 day cruise itinerary aboard Dora Cruise—luxury journey through Lan Ha Bay’s stunning landscapes.

HIGHLIGHTS HALONG BAY 3 DAY CRUISE ITINERARY:

  • Experience the complete Halong Bay 3 day cruise itinerary with exclusive access to untouched parts of Lan Ha Bay.
  • Kayak in Tra Bau Lagoon – featured in Kong: Skull Island – surrounded by towering limestone cliffs.
  • Explore the Dark & Bright Cave on a bamboo boat for a closer look at hidden karst formations and tranquil waters.
  • Cycle or ride an electric car through the rustic beauty of Viet Hai Village on Cat Ba Island (available in the 3-day itinerary).
  • Participate in a Vietnamese cooking class and savor fresh seafood meals onboard the luxury cruise.
  • Relax in style with Jacuzzi baths, a sunset party, and panoramic-view cabins.
  • Engage in onboard cultural activities like squid fishing, sunrise Tai Chi, and traditional games every evening.

ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES:

DETAILED ITINERARY

DAY 1: HANOI – HALONG – LAN HA  (L/D)

08:30 – 09:15: Pick up at your hotel lobby in Hanoi Old Quarter (If you book our limousine bus / regular private car)
09:20: Departure to Halong Bay. You will have 1 short break during the way before arriving in Tuan Chau marina.
12:00 – 12:15: Arrive to Tuan Chau harbor
12:30 – 13:15: Transferred by transferring boat to Dora Cruise. Welcome to Dora Cruise and enjoy welcome drink, meet the captain, crew to get a brief introduction about cruise and safety guidelines.
13:30: Enjoy Vietnamese seafood and vegetarian 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 where belonged to Cat Ba area.
15:30 – 17:00: Do the kayaking and swimming at Tra Bau area (the background of “Kong Skull Island movie”) or use Jacuzzi (Located prow of 4rd deck)
Notice: Short clothes or swim suit, flip-flops are suitable for kayaking.
Reception Provide: Life jackets; Towels, Dry bags (keep Camera, cellphone to take pictures)
Meeting point: The Reception (The back of the second Deck)
17:30: Come back to our Dora Cruise and participate in our sunset party with fruit, cake and tea. Take photos and relax.
18:00 – 18:15: Join cooking class guided directly by Chef of Dora Halong Cruise. You have chance to practice Vietnamese traditional dishes such as spring roll or famous cuisine of Vietnam.
19:15: Time for dinner enjoying special seafood and Vietnamese typical food on the cruise.
21:00: Evening entertainments: play games on the cruise: cards game, chess, listen to music, squid fishing, relaxing and overnight on the Dora Cruise.


DAY 2: LAN HA – DARK & LIGHT CAVE – HALONG CRUISE – HANOI (B/L)

06:00: Early morning sun risers can enjoy Tai Chi lesson on sundeck.
07:15: Morning view of bay’s landscape with a cup of tea or coffee. Have light breakfast.
08:15: You will be at reception to go visit Dark & Bright Cave by the tender (the transfer boat) to the small floating house and there you can have opportunity to explore the cave on local bamboo boat (rowing by the locals). Enjoy the peaceful morning on the beautiful scenery surround you.
Or you can stay on the cruise for relaxing.
09:30 – 10:15: Come back to Dora Cruise and check-out from the private cabin and enjoy a fantastic cruise on the bay. Please put your luggage in front of the door and return your room key to the receptionist, take good care of your important belongings.
10:30: Have lunch at the restaurant.
11:30: Leaving of Dora Cruise to get on the transfer boat back to Tuan Chau Harbor.
12:10 – 12:15: Return to Dora Cruise’s Waiting area at the gate 35, Tuan Chau Marina and travel with our Limousine bus to Hanoi Old Quarter.
14:00 – 14:30: Stopover in Hai Duong province to relax.
15:30 – 16:00: Arrive in Hanoi. End your trip.
Notes: Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change without prior notice due to weather and operation conditions.

DAY 1: HANOI – HALONG – LAN HA (L/D)

08:30 – 09:15: Pick up at your hotel lobby in Hanoi Old Quarter (If you book our limousine bus/ regular private car)
09:20: Departure to Halong Bay. You will have 1 short break during the way before arrive in Tuan Chau marina.
12:00 – 12:15: Arrive to Tuan Chau harbor
12:30 – 13:15: Transferred by transferring boat to Dora Cruise. Welcome to Dora Cruise and enjoy welcome drink, meet the captain, crew to get a brief introduction about cruise and safety guidelines.
13:30: Enjoy Vietnamese seafood and vegetarian 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 where belonged to Cat Ba area.
15:30 – 17:00: Do the kayaking and swimming at Tra Bau area (the background of “Kong Skull Island movie”) or use Jacuzzi (Located prow of 4rd deck)
Notice: Short close or swim suite, flip flop is suitable for kayaking.
Reception Provide: Life jackets; Towels, Dry bags (keep Camera, cellphone to take picture)
Meeting point: The Reception (The back of the second Deck)
17:30: Come back to our Dora Cruise and participate in our sunset party with fruit, cake and tea. Take photos and relax.
18:00 – 18:15: Join cooking class guided directly by Chef of Dora Halong Cruise. You have chance to practice Vietnamese traditional dishes such as spring roll or famous cuisine of Vietnam.
19:15: Time for dinner enjoying special seafood and Vietnamese typical food on the cruise.
21:00: Evening entertainments: play game on the cruise: cards game, chess, listen to music, squid fishing, relaxing and overnight on the Dora Cruise.


DAY 2: TAI CHI – BREAKFAST – CYCLING AT VIET HAI VILLAGE – SUNSET PARTY (B/L/D)

06:00: Join us for a Tai Chi session for the early risers on the sun deck. Tai chi helps focus the mind and condition the body and there is no better environment to practice this than amongst the limestone peaks and islands.
07:15: Joining light breakfast in a panorama view of the world heritage site. After breakfast, enjoy your time for relaxing in amazing view of the Lan Ha bay while the boat continues cruising further for sightseeing.
08:45: Transfer to the Daily Boat heading to Viet Hai Village – a not touristic place surrounded by Cat Ba reserved jungle.
10:30: Visit Viet Hai Village
Options:
+ Option 1: Do cycling around Viet Hai Village
+ Option 2: Use electric car to visit Viet Hai Village
12:00: Get back the day boat to continue cruising further in Lan Ha Bay. Enjoy the lunch with beautiful view.
13:00 – 14:00: Arrive the peaceful area for swimming or Kayaking at the peaceful & beautiful Lan Ha bay. You will join the guide to kayak around the wonderful wide nature, clean water.
15:00: We move on to some hidden beaches around Cua Van Floating Village area and swimming there
17:00 – 17:30: Back to Dora Cruise
18:15: Take time to refresh or play some short game or with massage services as we cruise to sleeping area. Enjoy the Sunset Party & Cooking Class on the Sundeck.
19:15: Time for dinner enjoying special seafood and Vietnamese typical food on the cruise.
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 movies in the restaurant.
21:00: Evening entertainments: play game on the cruise: cards game, chess, listen to music, squid fishing, relaxing and overnight on the Dora Cruise.


DAY 3: LAN HA – DARK & LIGHT CAVE – HALONG CRUISE – HANOI (B/L)

06:00: Early morning sun risers can enjoy Tai Chi lesson on sundeck.
07:15: Morning view of bay’s landscape with a cup of tea or coffee. Have light breakfast.
08:15: You will be at reception to go visit Dark & Bright Cave by the tender (the transfer boat) to the small floating house and there you can have opportunity to explore the cave on local bamboo boat (rowing by the locals). Enjoy the peaceful morning on the beautiful scenery surround you. You can stay on the cruise for relaxing.
09:30 – 10:15: Come back to Dora Cruise and check-out from the private cabin and enjoy a fantastic cruise on the bay. Please put your luggage in front of the door and return your room key to the receptionist, take good care of your important belongings.
10:30: Have lunch at the restaurant.
11:30: Leaving of Dora Cruise to get on the transfer boat back Tuan Chau Harbor.
12:10 – 12:15: Return to Dora Cruise’s Waiting area at the gate 35, Tuan Chau Marina and travel with our Limousine bus to Hanoi Old Quarter.
14:00 – 14:30: Stopover in Hai Duong province to relax.
15:30 – 16:00: Arrive in Hanoi. End your trip.
Notes: Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change without prior notice due to weather and operation conditions.

Book now to reserve your Halong Bay 3 day cruise itinerary:
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Dora Luxury Cruise Tour Inclusions & Exclusions

INCLUSIONS:

  • Entrance fees, sightseeing fee, and kayaking
  • Local bamboo boat / Local bamboo boat ride
  • English-speaking guide
  • Luxury accommodation with private balcony, bathtub, and shower cabin
  • Private balcony with table and chairs
  • Fitness center (free of charge)
  • Spa center (services at your own expense)
  • Tea & coffee, 1 bottle of water per person
  • Welcome drink
  • Sunrise Tai Chi session
  • On-board insurance
  • Internet Wi-Fi in the cabin
  • Satellite HD LED Television
  • Fishing equipment
  • Board games
  • Sunset party and daily cooking class on the cruise

Meals onboard:

  • 2-Day Tour: 2 lunches, 1 dinner, and 1 breakfast
  • 3-Day Tour: 3 lunches, 2 dinners, and 2 breakfasts

EXCLUSIONS:

  • All drinks
  • Round-trip transfer between Hanoi Old Quarter and Halong Bay
  • Tips for the cruise team and driver
  • Personal expenses
  • All services and items not mentioned above

CHILDREN POLICY:

  • Under 5 years old: free of charge, sharing the same room with the parents and utilizing the existing bed (maximum 1 child).
  • From 5 to under 11 years old: 85% of adult charge, sharing the same room with the parents and utilizing the existing bed or using the extra bed.
  • From 12 years old: 100% of adult charge.

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: 12:10–12:30pm
  • Check out: 10:30–11:00am
  • 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.
  • Children from 5–9 years old will pay extra charge as mentioned.
  • Children above 09 years old pay full as adult.
  • A compulsory surcharge of US$50/adult will be applied for the following days for Gala Dinner: Christmas Eve (24th December, 2025) & New Year’s Eve (31st December, 2025).
  • Shuttle bus: $10/person/one way (adults and children round trip Hanoi – Halong – Hanoi).

Pick up/Drop off point: around the Hanoi Old Quarter (or if you are outside, our meeting point is Hanoi Opera House).

Price (USD/Person)
Room Class2 Days 1 Night3 Days 2 Nights
Single Cabin US$247US$494
Double/TwinUS$271US$542

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