Adventure · Hanoi
Hanoi & Halong Bay Ambassador Cruise - 4 Days
Explore Hanoi's urban charm before embarking on a luxurious Ambassador Cruise for two nights in Halong Bay, discovering Luon Cave, Sung Sot Cave, and swimming at Ba Trai Dao.
Partner tour4 daysSmall groupFrom $410
This trip offers a blend of urban exploration in Hanoi and an extended, luxurious cruise experience in Halong Bay. Enjoy the comfort of a 4-star hotel and a premium overnight cruise. Begin in Hanoi, with time to explore the city's Old Quarter and Hoan Kiem Lake. Transfer to Halong Bay for an Ambassador Cruise, visiting Luon Cave and Sung Sot Cave. The second day on the bay includes kayaking around Trinh Nu Cave, swimming at Ba Trai Dao, and a pearl farm visit. Conclude with a visit to Titov Island and a unique dining experience at Dragon Pearl Cave before returning to Hanoi.
Day by day
Day 1
Hanoi – Arrival
HotelHotelSILK PATH HANOI HOTEL 4★ — Deluxe or similar
Check in from 2:00 PM and ease into Vietnam with an evening in the capital.
Day 2
Hanoi – Halong Bay · Ambassador Cruise (night 1)
CruiseCruiseAMBASSADOR CRUISE HALONG (46 CABIN) 5★ — Deluxe or similar
Sail at midday into the classic bay — Luon Cave, Sung Sot Cave and dinner with the band as the karsts fade to silhouettes. 11:00 Check-in at Ambassador's Lounge — Halong International Cruise Port 12:20 Board the Ambassador; welcome briefing at the Piano Lounge 12:45 Premium lunch while sailing among the World Wonder's limestone islets 14:15 Luon Cave — drift through on a local-rowed bamboo boat, or kayak* 15:45 Sung Sot Cave — the bay's largest cavern (or afternoon tea, spa*, outdoor Jacuzzi on board) 17:30 The ship anchors — cooking class, or Happy Hour* with canapés 19:00 fine-dining dinner on the sundeck with live band (band rests on Mondays) 20:40 Live music, squid fishing, spa* or an in-cabin movie — overnight on the bay
Day 3
Halong Bay · Trinh Nu Cave – Ba Trai Dao – Pearl Farm (night 2)
CruiseCruiseAMBASSADOR CRUISE HALONG (46 CABIN) 5★ — Deluxe or similar
This is the day few travellers ever get: a full day deeper into the bay — kayaking hidden caves, swimming at Ba Trai Dao, pearls straight from the farm — and a second night at anchor. 06:10 Tai chi on the sundeck, then light breakfast 08:00 Full breakfast buffet at the restaurant 08:45 Day-boat past Dau Nguoi and Yen Ngua islets toward Trinh Nu Cave 09:30 Kayak around Trinh Nu Cave and visit Trong Cave 10:45 Cruise to the Ba Trai Dao area 11:45 Set-menu lunch on board 13:00 Swim in the clear waters of Ba Trai Dao 13:45 Pass Con Coc & Mat Quy islets; visit a working pearl farm 14:45 Afternoon tea and fresh fruit on the return cruise 17:30 Anchor for the night — cooking class or sunset drinks & canapés 19:15 fine-dining dinner with live band 20:40 Live music and night squid fishing — second night on the bay
Day 4
Halong Bay – Dragon Pearl Cave – Hanoi
One last sunrise on the water, then the Dragon Pearl Cave show & lunch before arriving back in Hanoi around 5:00 PM. 06:10 Tai chi session on the sundeck 06:30 Light breakfast — coffee, tea and fresh pastries 07:15 Titov Island — swim in turquoise water or climb to the panoramic summit 08:30 Full breakfast at the restaurant 09:30 Bill settlement and check-out 10:15 Disembark at Halong International Cruise Port 12:00 Welcome and check-in at the Dragon Pearl Cave 12:20 "The Quest for the Sacred Pearl" — a multi-sensory performance 13:00 "Tastes of the World" lunch inside the million-year-old cave 14:30 Journey's end — onward transfer
The hotels and cruises named in this itinerary are the ones we book first. If a property is fully booked on your travel dates, we will replace it with another one of the same standard (or better) in the same area, and confirm the change with you before you pay — the tour price stays as quoted.
What's included
- Accommodation as per itinerary
- Overnight cruise / accommodation
- Meals as per itinerary
- Private air-conditioned transport
Not included
- International & domestic flights
- Visa arrangement fees
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Tips & gratuities
Good to know
Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Hanoi and a premium 4-star cruise in Halong Bay. Meals: Included as specified in the cruise itinerary, featuring various breakfasts, lunches, and dinners. Transport: Private car transfers between Hanoi and Halong, cruise boat, and day-boat for bay excursions. Activities: Guided excursions and activities are part of the cruise experience.
Price per person
The more you travel together, the less each person pays.
| 1 | 2–3 | 4–5 | 6–8 | 9–11 | 12+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $840 | $550 | $490 | $460 | $450 | $410 |
Per-person reference prices — a specialist confirms the final quote by email.
From$410
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