Culture · Hà Nội

Hà Nội & Hạ Long Bay Cruise - A Romantic Escape

Photographs of the destinations on this route — not of the specific hotel or boat you'll be booked into.

Discover romantic Hà Nội with a stroll through the Old Quarter, then embark on a lavish Ambassador Cruise in Hạ Long Bay featuring a private balcony suite, and enjoy a unique dining experience inside the Dragon Pearl Cave.

★3 daysSmall group

This luxurious 3-day journey is designed for couples seeking a romantic escape, blending the charm of Hà Nội with the majestic beauty of Hạ Long Bay. Indulge in premium experiences and intimate moments amidst stunning natural landscapes. Your journey begins in Hà Nội, where you'll check into the Silk Path Hà Nội Hotel and explore the Old Quarter at your leisure. The next day, a private car transfers you to Hạ Long Bay for an overnight voyage aboard the Ambassador Cruise, featuring a spacious suite with a private balcony and a romantic in-cabin setup. On day three, enjoy a tai chi session, visit Titov Island, and experience a unique dining event inside the Dragon Pearl Cave before returning to Hà Nội.

Day by day

Day 1
Hà Nội – Arrival
HotelSILK PATH BOUTIQUE HANOI 4★ — Deluxe or similar
Check in to your central Hanoi hotel and set the mood — a stroll around Hoan Kiem Lake, the lantern-lit Old Quarter, then a fine-dining dinner for two.
Day 2
Hà Nội – Hạ Long Bay · Ambassador Overnight Cruise
CruiseAMBASSADOR CRUISE HALONG (46 CABIN) 5★ — Suite or similar
Your private car whisks you to the bay. On board, your Suite awaits with a rose-petal turndown and a sparkling-wine toast; the evening brings a couples' spa moment, a private deck photo session and dinner under the stars. 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
Hạ Long Bay – Dragon Pearl Cave – Hà Nội
A gentle morning on the water, then the Dragon Pearl Cave show and lunch before your private car returns you to 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
Private air-conditioned transport
Meals as per itinerary

Not included

International & domestic flights
Visa arrangement fees
Travel insurance
Personal expenses
Tips & gratuities

The route

2 stops · 3-day trip

1Hà NộiThe capital — old quarter and street food
2Hạ Long BayLimestone islands, overnight cruises

Good to know

Accommodation includes 4-star hotels and an overnight cruise. Meals are provided as per the itinerary, including a fine-dining dinner and a special cave dining experience. Private 7-seat car transfers are included for the Hanoi-Halong round trip.