3 Days in Lan Ha Bay with the Newest Luxury cruise - V'Spirit Premier Cruise

3 Days in Lan Ha Bay with the Newest Luxury cruise - V'Spirit Premier Cruise

For all the beauty of Halong Bay and its wide-open seascape of incredible, natural features, the increasing popularity of the bay has put a strain on its waterways and diminished its feeling of absolute freedom. Along its southern route, Lan Ha Bay, the unrestrained nature holds as strong as ever, projecting its beauty to those explorers on the V’Spirit Premier Cruise– a new, luxury cruise here.

Not only does the V’Spirit Premier provide access through this untapped wilderness, but it does so in a style befitting the beauty of Lan Ha Bay. This modern cruise is highly traditional in nature, with wooden decks and billowing sails set atop a safe and secure steel frame. Its luxury stretches from the cabins below to the sundeck above, encompassing a restaurant where exquisite, 5-star meals are served.

Itinerary

Day 1: Hanoi – Got Harbour - Lan Ha Bay – Dark & Bright Caves (L, D)

Stop At: Lan Ha Bay, Cat Ba Vietnam
09:00 – 09:30: The luxurious limousine van will arrive and begin the journey.

12:00 - 12:30: Arrive at Got Harbour. After checking into the welcome lounge, we take the tender boat and board our new luxury cruise.

13:15: We begin our cruising through Lan Ha Bay, revelling in the peace and quiet surrounding it. A delicious lunch will be served in the restaurant while gigantic karst forms glide by the windows.

15:30: Our first stop is to the Dark & Bright Caves. On a bamboo sampan boat steered by a local, we enjoy the magnificent Bright Cave.

17:00: Return to the V’Spirit Premier Cruise for an afternoon tea on the top deck.

19:00: In the restaurant or on the top deck, we will sit down to a gorgeous dinner with the backdrop of a star-flooded sky.

20:00 - Onwards

Relax into the evening with a variety of options including happy hour at the bar. The spa will also be open for your consideration, yet your beautiful cabin provides its own relaxing atmosphere.
Duration: 12 hours

Meals included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at V'Spirit Premier Cruise

Day 2: Lan Ha Bay – Viet Hai Village – Ba Ham Lake (B, L, D)

Stop At: Lan Ha Bay, Cat Ba Vietnam
06:00: Rise early this morning for tai chi on the sundeck. Our onboard tai chi teacher will provide a memorable class in Lan Ha Bay’s new morning light.

07:00: Breakfast will be served in the dining room as you watch the morning scene unfold through large windows. After this, collect your essentials and board the day boat, which will begin its cruising to Cat Ba Island.

09:00: At Cat Ba Island, we dock at Viet Hai village, a small enclave of locals and their traditional houses. We explore the village before heading into the exquisite jungle that surrounds it, trekking and cycling along tree-lined paths.

12:00: After a morning of activity, we re-board the day boat and have a delightful lunch while isolated in the bay.

13:30: More cruising will bring us to Ba Trai Dao, a silent lagoon of three parts connected by meandering tunnels, weather-forged straight through the limestone mountains. We will spend the early afternoon kayaking and swimming around here.

16:00: We rejoin the V’Spirit Premier Cruise and take the last half of the afternoon at an equally languid pace on board.

19:00: Dinner is served in the dining room or on the top deck as the moon shines bright above the shimmering bay.

20:00 - Onwards

Once again, happy hour at the bar will ease us into a relaxing evening. Feel free as well to try some squid fishing with the crew from the smaller tender boat, or take one of our board games for a fun family time.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at V'Spirit Premier Cruise

Day 3: Lan Ha Bay – Tra Bau – Got Harbour – Hanoi (B, L)

Stop At: Lan Ha Bay, Cat Ba Vietnam
06:00: There will be another chance to start your day with a boost of energy from the tai chi session on the sundeck.

07:00: A hearty breakfast starts us off in the right manner for a morning of exploration.

08:00: We have the unique opportunity to visit Tra Bau, an area to which the V’Spirit Premier Cruise has special access. The kayaking and swimming that we will do around a local fisherman’s floating home will be a beautiful experience, as well as one giving us an insight into the lives of the resilient and friendly residents of Lan Ha Bay.

09:00: We return to our cruise for the last time and take our last chance to use its luxurious facilities.

10:00: A cooking demonstration will unveil the mysteries of some aspects of Vietnamese food preparation, while a filling brunch is served directly afterwards.

12:00: We bid a fond farewell to the V’Spirit Premier Cruise as we dock at Got Harbour. We take the ride back to Hanoi after this, where we will arrive in the mid-afternoon.

This will signal the end of your time with Lan Ha Bay Cruises. Thank you for coming along for the journey, we hope that you enjoy the remainder of your travels in our country!

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Note: The itinerary is subject to change due to the weather and other conditions.
Duration: 12 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
No accommodation included on this day.