Dora Cruise Lan Ha Bay

08:30 – 09:15: Our driver will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter (if you book our transfer service).

09:20: The bus will depart for Halong Bay. You will have a short break on the way.

12:00 – 12:15: The bus will arrive at Tuan Chau Harbor.

12:30 – 13:15: The transfer boat will take you to Dora Cruise. The crew will welcome you with a drink. The captain will introduce the cruise and explain the safety guidelines.

13:30: The chef will serve a Vietnamese seafood and vegetarian lunch. The cruise will sail through Halong Bay, passing stunning rock formations such as Duck Islet and Thumb Islet.

15:30 – 17:00: You can go kayaking and swimming at Tra Bau, a scenic location featured in Kong: Skull Island. If you prefer to relax, you can enjoy the Jacuzzi on the fourth deck.

17:30: The crew will serve a sunset party with fruit, cake, and tea. You can take photos and enjoy the view.

18:00 – 18:15: The chef will guide you in a cooking class where you will learn to make traditional Vietnamese spring rolls.

19:15: The crew will serve a special seafood and Vietnamese dinner.

21:00: You can enjoy evening activities such as playing board games, listening to music, or squid fishing. You will spend the night on the Dora Cruise.

06:00: The Tai Chi instructor will lead a session on the sundeck.

07:15: The crew will serve tea, coffee, and a light breakfast while you admire the bay’s morning beauty.

08:15: The transfer boat will take you to Dark & Bright Cave. You can explore the cave on a bamboo boat rowed by locals. If you prefer, you can stay on the cruise to relax.

09:30 – 10:15: The cruise will return to the harbor. The crew will assist you in checking out. Please leave your luggage outside the cabin and return your room key to the receptionist.

10:30: The restaurant will serve lunch before you disembark.

11:30: The transfer boat will take you back to Tuan Chau Harbor.

12:10 – 12:15: The limousine bus will pick you up from the marina and take you back to Hanoi.

14:00 – 14:30: The bus will stop in Hai Duong for a short break.

15:30 – 16:00: The bus will arrive in Hanoi. The 2-day Lan Ha Bay trip on Dora Cruise will end.

08:30 – 09:15: The driver picks up guests from hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter (for those who book our limousine bus or private car).

09:20: The bus departs for Halong Bay. Guests will have a short break along the way.

12:00 – 12:15: The group arrives at Tuan Chau Harbor.

12:30 – 13:15: A small transfer boat takes guests to the Dora Cruise. The crew warmly welcomes everyone with a welcome drink and a short briefing about safety and the trip.

13:30: Lunch is served with delicious Vietnamese seafood and vegetarian dishes. The cruise sails through beautiful places like Duck Islet, Thumb Islet, and Gia Luan Harbor (belonging to the Cat Ba area).

15:30 – 17:00: Guests can go kayaking and swimming at Tra Bau area, a filming location for the movie Kong: Skull Island. Alternatively, they can relax in the Jacuzzi on the fourth deck.

The crew provides life jackets, towels, and dry bags for guests to keep their cameras and phones safe.

17:30: Guests return to the cruise and enjoy a sunset party with fresh fruit, cake, and tea. This is a great time to take photos and relax.

18:00 – 18:15: The chef leads a cooking class, where guests learn how to make Vietnamese spring rolls and other traditional dishes.

19:15: Dinner is served with special seafood and Vietnamese cuisine.

21:00: The evening is free for entertainment. Guests can play board games, go squid fishing, listen to music, or simply relax onboard.

06:00: Guests can join a Tai Chi session on the sundeck to refresh the body and mind in the peaceful morning air.

07:15: A light breakfast is served while the cruise continues through Lan Ha Bay. Guests can enjoy the breathtaking scenery.

08:45: A small boat takes guests to Viet Hai Village, a quiet, non-touristy area surrounded by the forests of Cat Ba National Park.

10:30: Guests explore Viet Hai Village with two options:

Option 1: Ride a bicycle through the peaceful village.

Option 2: Take an electric car ride.

12:00: The group returns to the boat and continues cruising through Lan Ha Bay. A delicious lunch is served with beautiful views.

13:00 – 14:00: Guests swim or kayak in the clear waters of Lan Ha Bay, enjoying nature at its best.

15:00: The boat stops at Cua Van Floating Village, where guests can swim at hidden beaches.

17:00 – 17:30: Guests return to Dora Cruise to relax.

18:15: Guests can join a sunset party and a second cooking class on the sundeck.

19:15: Dinner is served, featuring seafood and local Vietnamese dishes.

21:00: Guests can enjoy onboard activities like playing games, watching movies, or relaxing with a drink.

06:00: Tai Chi is available for early risers on the sundeck.

07:15: Guests enjoy the morning view of the bay with tea or coffee. A light breakfast is served.

08:15: The group visits Dark & Bright Cave by transfer boat. Guests can explore the cave by a local bamboo boat, rowed by local guides. This is a peaceful and scenic part of the bay.

09:30 – 10:15: Guests return to the cruise to check out. The staff helps with luggage and room keys.

10:30: A farewell lunch is served as the cruise makes its way back.

11:30: Guests leave Dora Cruise and take the transfer boat back to Tuan Chau Harbor.

12:10 – 12:15: Guests who booked the limousine bus return to Hanoi.

14:00 – 14:30: The bus stops in Hai Duong for a short break.

15:30 – 16:00: Arrival in Hanoi. The Lan Ha Bay 3-day tour on Dora Cruise ends.