Indochine Cruise

9:00 - 9:30 Shuttle bus will pick client around Hanoi Old Quarter for the transfer to Lan Ha Bay (transfer book in next step).

12:15 The speedboat or tender will pick up the guests from Tuan Chau Pier to Indochine Cruise. The guests can enjoy the complimentary drink, sit at the lounge and listen to the cruise briefing and safety instructions. That is the opportunity for you to ask any questions and get to know the crew staff, get acquainted with the ship facilities and itineraries. You will be shown to your room where you can unpack your belongings and enjoy the view from the bedroom balcony.

13:15 -14:00 Guests can enjoy an exquisite & freshly Buffet Lunch while the boat sets sail for attractions of the day. After lunch, you can enjoy the massage service. Please contact the cruise manager if you are interested. 

14:45 -16:30 You arrive at Lan Ha Bay, a quiet and less touristy area. You will get on the speedboat to transfer to Cat Ba island. There, you will do a short excursion to Viet Hai village, stroll around the idyllic enclave, and see rustic houses of local people. There is an option for you to choose with travel by electric car or bicycle in the village paths. You will arrive at the lush greenery of Cat ba island. 

17:30 Depart and sail to anchor overnight.

18:30 - 19:00 It is time for a cooking demonstration instructed by the Head Chef. The chef will show guests how to make and decorate some traditional Vietnamese food. 

19:30 Enjoy Set Menu Dinner

20:45 Take part in some evening activities such as playing cards or Parcheesi, fishing squid, or enjoying massage service. 

22:00 It is the end of the Program for today. 

06:30 Guests can enjoy coffee, tea, and breakfast pastries in the dining room.

06:45 There is Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck that the guests can join. 

07:15-08:30 Guests can visit the Dark and Bright grotto, which is known for the stunning limestone structure at every turn as well as the interesting natural habitat. You can do kayaking or get on a bamboo sampan driven by local people to travel through the tunnel. There you can spend time relaxing and enjoy the natural and quiet place in the nature reserve area of Cat Ba National Park. 

09:00 Get back to the Indochine Cruise. You have 30 minutes for freshening up, packing your things. You can leave heavy luggage outside the cabins.

09:30 It is time to enjoy the buffet in the dining room. Then you can settle the bills. 

11:15 Arrive at Indochina Sails’s Pier at Tuan Chau Port.