09.00 Departure by shuttle luxury bus for Halong approximately 2.5 hours away. Journey there through the rich farmlands of the Red River Delta, observe everyday life of Vietnamese villagers as they work the rice fields, take pigs to the market on bicycles and plough the fields with their water buffaloes.

Stop on the way for refreshment (not for shoppings).

11.45  Check-in at Emperor Lounge – Hon Gai dock

Upon arrival at Emperor Cruises, our team will welcome you at Emperor check-in lounge with welcome drink by fresh fruit juice (Free). You will have time to refresh yourself after the long drive from Hanoi.

12.30 Embark on Emperor Cruises

Our Experiences Manager will assist you with boarding to start cruising in Bai Tu Long Bay. You will be briefed about your cruise in 5minutes.

Check in to your cabin as we set sail from Hon Gai dock to cruise among the many beautiful islets (scenes from the film ‘Indochine’ were filmed here). Bai Tu Long Bay has a wild beauty and the panoramas from the boat are unforgettable.

13.00 Lunch in the restaurant

A set menu lunch will be served at our Can Chanh Restaurant on the main deck. Savor delicious Vietnamese food while admiring the grace of the bay.

15.30 Cruise Halong Bay or enjoy a Spa Treatment

After lunch, you will explore the area of Thien Canh Son cave. You can revel in the breathtaking view of Bai Tu Long bay from up high, as well as the glorious long white-sand beach of Hon Co Island.

If the first stop isn’t for you, you can opt for an afternoon of pampering and indulgence at the Heritage Spa for Free  (All inclusive package).

17.00 Kayak

This place is also an ideal destination for kayaking (Free). If this excursion doesn’t take your fancy, stay on board and treat yourself to a delicious afternoon tea, relaxing or taking afternoon tea and watching the sky color change as the sun sets.

18.15 Pre-Dinner Sunset Cocktails and Cooking Demonstration

Attend our chef’s cooking demonstration and try your skills in the art of traditional Vietnamese cooking (making spring rolls) in a truly stunning setting. This is also the perfect time for you to enjoy a cocktail or two as the sun sets over the karst landscape (Free & Unlimited).

19.30 Royal Bao Dai Dinner

Dress like kings and queens for the Royal Bao Dai dinner at the restaurant. Enjoy our a la carte course menu for dinner on board as you experience the charm of Bai Tu Long Bay at night.

The rest of the evening is free for you to relax with a drink (Free) or two, go squid fishing, book in for a spa treatment at Heritage Spa (Free) or watch a movie in the Hanoi 1945 bar.

Overnight on board Emperor Cruises of 8 cabins.

06.30  Vovinam on Sundeck Welcome your second day on board Emperor Cruise with a Vovinam session on the sundeck as the sun rises, followed by a light breakfast in the restaurant. 

07.45 Visit to Vung Vieng Village, Pearl farm Vung Vieng fishing village, the famous pearl-growing village, to view the fishing tanks of the local people. Proceed to Vung Vieng floating village to board bamboo boats so the locals can row you around their village and oyster pearl farming plots. Your next excursion is a visit to Pearl Farm, an area in Halong Bay dedicated to growing pearls and practicing a handmade technique based on Vietnamese tradition and Japanese technology. If you choose to stay on board, book in for a pamper session in the Heritage Spa (Free). 

09.30 Brunch at the restaurant Back on board, you can opt for your brunch to be served in the restaurant or your cabin while cruising back to the mainland. No bill to pay at the end. Check-out and return to Hon Gai dock. 

11.15  Disembark at Hon Gai Dock After disembarking from Emperor Cruises, you will be served a soft drink at Emperor Cruises Lounge before the drive back to Hanoi. 

12.00  Return to Hanoi. 

14.30  Arrive Hanoi.

• 8.00 Depart from Hanoi to Halong Bay by comfortable shuttle bus (optional)
• 12.00 Upon arrival at Emperor Cruises, located at Hon Gai dock, our team will welcome you in our lounge before boardinggg.
• 12.30 Our Experiences Manager will assist you with boarding to start cruising in Bai Tu Long Bay. Check in to your cabin as we set sail from Vinashin dock to cruise among the many beautiful islets (scenes from the film ‘Indochine’ were filmed here). Bai Tu Long Bay has a wild beauty and the panoramas from the boat are unforgettable.
• 13.00 A set menu lunch will be served at our Can Chanh Restaurant on the main deck. Savor delicious Vietnamese food while admiring the grace of the bay.
• 14.30 Explore the area of Hon Co Island and Co Cave (Grass Cave, also known as Thien Canh Son). You can revel in the breathtaking view of Bai Tu Long bay from up high, as well as the glorious long white-sand beach of Hon Co Island. Afterwards relax on the beach, go swimming in the crystal clear water and explore the cave.
• 16.30 Return to the cruise by small boat
• 17.00 Choose from kayaking, taking massage or just relaxing, do nothing or watching the sky color change as the sun sets.
• 18.00 Attend tea demonstration
• 18.30 - 19.00 Attend our chef’s cooking demonstration and try your skills in the art of traditional Vietnamese cooking (making spring rolls) in a truly stunning setting.
• 19.30 Enjoy our a la carte course menu for dinner on board as you experience the charm of Bai Tu Long Bay at night.
• 21.00 Evening activities: enjoy our Movie Night, Board Games or our Massage and Spa services or even go squid fishing. Overnight on board Emperor Cruises. Meals: Lunch/Dinner

• 6.00 Wake up to the gentle lapping of the water against the boat and as the first rays of the sun announce a new day. Before enjoying breakfast have cookies and tea and then try the Vovinam session on the sundeck as the sun rises over Bai Tu Long Bay
• 6.45 Have light breakfast with milk, bread, cereals, fruit juice, yohurt, cookies, tea & coffee. Catch the morning view of seascape while enjoying the breakfast in the restaurant.
• 7.15 - 7.30 Transfer to Day small Boat and start cruising to admire the widest beauty of Bai Tu Long Bay.
• 8.30 - 9.00 Transfer to Day small Boat and start cruising to admire the widest beauty of Bai Tu Long Bay.
• 10.00 - 11.00 Kayak and discover Thay Cave - one of the most large & well-hidden cave in Bai Tu Long Bay.
• 11.00 - 12.00 Visit Cong Dam Area - Hon Xep Nature Park - Deep into Bai Tu Long Bay, the famous hidden lagoons covered by majestic limestone islands and islets with wild beaches
• 12.00 - 15.00 Enjoy the lunch in the restaurant on day boat
• 15.00 - 15.30 Transfer from Day Boat back to main boat – Emperor Cruises boat
• 18.15 Enjoy massage service or just relax or try your skills in the art of traditional Vietnamese cooking (making spring rolls) in a truly stunning setting.
• 19.00 Enjoy your BBQ dinner on board as you experience the charm of Bai Tu Long Bay at night.
• 21.00 Evening activities: enjoy our Movie Night, Board Games or our Massage and Spa services or even go squid fishing. Overnight on board Emperor Cruises.

• 6.00 Wake up to the gentle lapping of the water against the boat and as the first rays of the sun announce a new day. Before enjoying breakfast have cookies and tea and then try the Vovinam session on the sundeck as the sun rises over Bai Tu Long Bay
• 6.45 Have light breakfast with milk, bread, cereals, fruit juice, yogurt
• 7.15 - 7.30 Visit Vung Vieng fishing village, the famous pearl-growing village, to view the fishing tanks of the local people. Proceed to Vung Vieng floating village to board bamboo boats so the locals can row you around their village and oyster pearl farming plots. Return to the mother boat by speedboat/tender
• 8.30 Return to the cruise by tender
• 9.30 Arrange the luggage and check out.
• 9.45-10.30 Enjoy brunch on board while cruising back to the mainland.
• 11.00 Arrive back at Emperor Cruises dock, Halong City for disembarkation where your driver waits to take you back to Hanoi or the airport for your onward journey or home.