Serenity Cruises: Halong – Lan Ha Bay
About Serenity Cruises
Whilst some cruises appeal to a fun-loving crowd, Serenity Cruises draw a quieter, more style-conscious customer. They are cruises for discerning people who dream of floating on a calm, azure sea, among limestone peaks under boundless skies. Cruises designed for self-contemplation, to discover your inner resources and how strong your connection is with nature and local culture..
Cabin and Facility
Junior suite with balcony
- Level 1st deck (bow facing)
- Average cabin size: 25 m2
- Type of bed: 1 Double or Twin
- Max occupancy: 2 adults + 1 child
- Private sitting area: Yes
- Private balcony: 8m2
Senior suite with balcony
- Level 2nd deck (bow facing)
- Average cabin size: 25m2
- Type of bed: 1 Double or Twin
- Max occupancy: 2 adults + 1 child
- Private sitting area: Yes
- Private balcony: 8m2
Family suite with balcony
- Level 3rd deck (bow facing)
- Average cabin size: 45m2
- Type of bed: 3 singles
- Max occupancy: 3 adults + 1 child
- Private sitting area: Yes
- Private balcony: 8m2
Moon suite with balcony
- Level 2nd deck (bow facing)
- Average cabin size: 35 m2
- Type of bed: 1 full moon shaped bed
- Max occupancy: 2 adults + 1 child
- Private sitting area: Yes
- Private balcony: 8 m2
Terrace moon suite with balcony
- Level 3rd deck (bow facing)
- Average cabin size: 45 m2
- Type of bed: 1 full moon shaped bed
- Max occupancy: 2 adults + 1 child
- Private sitting area: Yes
- Private terrace: 10 m2
- Private balcony: 8 m2
Cabin Amenities
- Lamp
- Bathtub
- Wardrobe
- Safety box
- Hair dryer
- Life jacket
- Bath line
- Air conditioner
- Emergency hammer
- Fire extinguisher
- En-Suite bathroom
- Music entertainment
- Complimentary mineral water
Serenity Cruises tour itinerary
Day 1: Hanoi - Halong Bay - Lan Ha Bay (L/D)
8:15 – 8:45: Pick-up time
For those who book our transfer service will be collected from hotels around Hanoi Old Quarter. Instead of spending 4 hours on the traditional road to Ha Long city, we will shortly arrive at Tuan Chau Wharf by express way after 2,5 hours driving.
11:15 – 11:30 Arrive in Tuan Chau Wharf
She anchors far from crowded and touristy area in the calm water surrounded by beautiful islets.
12:15 – 12:30 Embark on SERENITY CRUISES
Warmly welcome to SERENITY CRUISES! While enjoying welcome drink, our cruise manager will deliver cruise briefing and safety introduction. After that you will check in your cabin
13:00 Enjoy fabulous lunch
Fabulous lunch is served while SERENITY CRUISES starts her sails into to magnificent Lan Ha Bay – an extension of Ha Long Wonder which is much quiet and less touristic. She will pass famous Finger Islet, Frog Islet and thousands of uniquely shaped limestone towers and islands.
15:00 Explore Lan Ha – Ha Long bay, hit the green emerald water for kayaking or swimming (if the weather permits)
SERENITY CRUISE reaches Dau Be Island, one of the most beautiful islands located in the South East of Ha Long bay. It is time to discover Halong bay on your own with your travel buddies – sharing kayak. Go explore the beauty of nature in hidden lagoon with lots of stalactites hanging down from the cave ceiling. This activity might depend on the tide level of the bay. In case the tide level is too high or too low, we will do kayaking in Dark Cave, Bright Cave area. There is a stop for those who wish to swim and go snorkeling in the lush green water.
16:30 Cooking demonstration
Back to SERENITY CRUISES after outdoor activities, this is perfect time to relax yourself with a cocktail, Happy hour deal is available from 16.30 – 18.30. Onboard, you may join a traditional cooking class presented by our crew.
Before dinner, our experienced captain will choose the most tranquil area to anchor for overnight
19:00 Savor deluxe Dinner Set Menu
After the incredible dinner, take your leisure time to chat at the bar, watch the movie in the restaurant, enjoy Spa treatment … You wil stay overnight on boat
Day 2: Lan Ha Bay - Cycling in Cat Ba National Park - Hanoi (B/L)
6:30 Do Taichi section on sundeck
Be an early bird for photo hunt and join our Taichi session on the sundeck to refresh your body and mind.
7:00 Have light breakfast
SERENITY CRUISES continues her sail to Cat Ba Island, passing amazing karst towers. Tea, coffee and light breakfast is served with fresh air and peaceful surroundings.
7:45 Visit Viet Hai village
Our crew will take you to Viet Hai, a small village located in the midst of jungles, covered by high mountains range of Cat Ba National Park. Spending around 30 minutes for biking along, you will feel the peaceful atmosphere, charming scenery of a typical village in the North of Vietnam.
9:15 Return to SERENITY CRUISES
You will have sometime for fresh relax on the cruise then spend few minutes to settle your bill and check out from 9.15-10.00 am
10:00 Taste delightful lunch
During the time well prepared lunch is served, SERENITY Cruises slowly navigates emerald water and thousands of karst mountains towards the Harbour.
11:30 Disembark SERENITY CRUISES and farewell the crew
12:00 – 12:15 “Goodbye Lan Ha – Ha Long bay”
Return at Tuan Chau Wharf and get ready for driving back to Hanoi (available for booking in advanced)
15:00 Arrive at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter, end of unforgettable trip
Attention: The itinerary is subject to change due to the bad weather, the level of and operating conditions without prior notice.
Important Notes
- Cruise itinerary might be changed due to weather and other conditions without prior notice
Swimming or kayaking activity may be not possible due to bad weather. Unused services are not subjected to a refund. - Meals on-board are served with seafood, Vietnamese and international style. Any special request for food preference, allergies or dietary requirements should be informed at least 2 days before the departure date.
- Advanced registration is required with full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport number and visa expired date is required for all passengers.
- Wifi is available in the restaurant/bar area only, internet connectivity is limited due to geography of Ha Long bay
Price of Serenity Cruises
Price is quoted on Cabin unit
| Type of Cabin | 2 days 1 night |
|---|---|
| Junior suite with balcony | $US 310/cabin |
| Senior suite with balcony | $US 330/cabin |
| Family suite with balcony | $US 505/cabin |
| Moon suite with balcony | $US 410/cabin |
| Terrace moon suite with balcony | $US 490/cabin |
* Price is inclusive of Eco bus round-trip transfer from your hotel in the Old Quarter to Halong.
Serenity Cruises booking
Price Includes
- Eco bus round-trip transfer from your hotel in the Old Quarter (Hanoi) to Halong (Extra 25 USD if you want to change to a Limousine)
- Welcome drink
- English speaking guide on boat
- Entrance fees and sightseeing.
- Accommodation in luxury air-conditioned and private bath room
- Meals: 01 lunch, 01 dinner, 01 light breakfast and 01 brunch for 2 day 1 night itinerary
- Taxes and service charge
- Insurance on board
- Kayaking, biking, cooking class
- Karaoke, projector,…
Price Excludes
- VAT Tax 10%
- Airfares
- Visa arrangements
- Compulsory surcharge for Occasional Events: USD 30/adult, USD 15/child. Including Christmas Eve (24th Dec), New Year Eve (31st Dec) and Vietnam Tet Holiday
- Personal expense
- Beauty & Spa services
- Tips and gratuities
Children Policy
- FOC 01 child under 6 years old (limiting to one child below 6 years old traveling with two adults. Extra child below 6 is charged at 40 USD/ child).
- 01 child from 6 to 12 years old sharing cabin with adults: USD 100/ 1 child
- Limiting to one child below 12 years old sharing cabin with two adults. Extra mattress is upon request
- Two children below 12 sharing private cabin are charged at 75% of full cabin rate
- Children of 12 years old and above will be treated as an adult
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation by Customer
- More than 30 days prior to check in: 0% of total rates
- From 30 days to 8 days prior to check in: 30% of total rates
- From 7 days to 4 days prior to check in: 50% of total rates
- Less than 72 hours prior to check in: 100% of total rates
- No show: 100% of total rates
Cancellation due to bad weather
If the cancellation is announced by the Management Board of Halong Bay, depend on the timing of the cancellation, the following policies will be applied:
- Before departure from Hanoi to Halong Bay (none of the services has been used): 100% refund.
- During the trip (some services have been used: transfer, lunch, day trip, hotel in Halong, etc.): used services will be charged, the rest will be refunded.
- The trip is cut down from 2 nights to 1 night, tourists will be charged a 2 days/1 night trip, plus other used services, the rest will be refunded.
- The final cost will be confirmed by your consultant via email. In all cases, please contact us directly for any urgent help. We are here to support you with all of our best!
