Built in 2022, Elite of the Seas is a 35-cabin steel cruise ship sailing Lan Ha Bay and Halong Bay. The 3-day programme adds a full day visiting Viet Hai Village on Cat Ba Island by bicycle and a pristine beach for swimming, making it one of the most comprehensive itineraries available on the bay.
Morning: Picked up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter via new highway. Arrive at Tuan Chau Pier and transfer to Elite of the Seas cruise. Welcome on board, freshen up with a welcome drink and listen to the safety briefing from the captain.
Afternoon: Enjoy lunch while watching the stunning bay view. Check in to your cabin, then cruise to Ao Ech Area for kayaking and swimming. Back on board, enjoy the Sunset Party with complimentary cocktail demonstration. Seasonal pool, mini golf, and fitness room also available.
Evening: Cooking demonstration with a traditional Vietnamese dish. BBQ dinner in the restaurant. After dinner, board games, movies, spa, or squid fishing available.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Morning: Tai Chi session on the sundeck. Light breakfast, then cruise to Lan Ha Bay. Vietnamese buffet at 10:00–11:30 am. Board a speed boat to explore areas inaccessible to the main vessel.
Afternoon: Visit Viet Hai Village on Cat Ba Island — ride a bicycle or electric car through rainforest scenery. Continue by speed boat to a pristine beach for swimming.
Early Evening: Return to Elite of the Seas. Freshen up, play games, or enjoy massage services.
Evening: Different dinner menu served. Cocktails at the panoramic bar, squid fishing, movies, or massage. Overnight on board.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Morning: Tai Chi session on the top deck at sunrise. Light breakfast at 7:00 am while the cruise moves to Dark-Bright Cave — kayaking or sampan boat available.
9:30 am: Check-out time. Vietnamese buffet brunch at the Cirrus Cloud restaurant before disembarking at Tuan Chau Pier at around 12:00. Arrive back in Hanoi approximately 15:00.
Meals: Breakfast, Brunch
Programs and schedules are subject to change without prior notice.
Weather cancellation: If inclement weather forces cancellation (determined by Management Board of Halong Bay on the day of departure), alternative arrangements or a full refund will be provided.