Aphrodite Cruise

The goddess of beauty and love emerges from the foam of crystal waters on distant shores. We take inspiration from Aphrodite for our luxury boutique ship -the first in the region- to explore the romance of Halong Bay.Our vessel features 17 cabins, including Luxury, Luxury Balcony, Family Suite, and Terrace Suite options. Rooms include amenities such as 100% cotton sheets, individual AC, 32-inch television, minibar, mineral water, reading lamp, hair dryer, bathrobe, slippers, luggage rack and safety equipment.

Day 1
Hanoi – Halong Bay/Legendary Heritage

In the morning

  • At around 07:45, after breakfast at the hotel, you will be met by the tour guide and driver to transfer to Tuan Chau Island within 4 hours.

In the afternoon

  • At around 13:00, after check-in on the cruise, you will enjoy an energetic lunch while cruising into the core of the UNESCO site and a short rest before the exploration. After that you will visit one of the most beautiful caves of Halong bay – Sung Sot (Surprising Cave) and learn about the geological value of thousand-year-old karst.
  • At 16:15, leaving the cave you will visit Titop for trekking to the top for the panoramic view of the entire bay and swimming
  • After a long day exploring the bay, you will return to the boat to enjoy some snack for sunset party and welcome the most beautiful moment on the tranquil bay

In the evening

  • At 19:00, you will enjoy a tasty lunch while socializing with other guests

Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Today useful note(s): Sun cream, sun glasses, swimming suits and wide brim hats are suggested

Parameter: Hanoi – Halong Bay: 180km/Driving: 4 hours

Overnight on the cruise

Day 2
Halong Bay – Cua Van Fishing Village/Live As A Local

In the morning

  • At 06:30, it is optional you can sleep in and keep enjoy the peace of the bay on your bed or wake up early to join the Tai Chi session
  • At 07:00, you will have breakfast in the dining room
  • Once you finish your breakfast, you will pack your stuff enough for a day trip exploring the bay and one fishing village on the bay
  • At 08:35, you will be transferred to a day trip boat to visit an untouched area of the bay where the big cruises cannot reach. Once the boat anchor, you will discover Cua Van Floating Village, the largest of the five remaining floating villages in the Bay on a bamboo boat or by kayaking.

In the afternoon

  • At 12:00, you will have lunch on the same day trip boat
  • After gaining energy from lunch, you will have chance to visit Trong Cave in Bo Hon Island where you will be amazed by numerous stalactites and stalagmites. You will also have free time to do kayaking
  • At 15:30, you will return to Aphrodite cruise to join new friend in sunset party

Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Overnight on the cruise

Day 3

Halong Bay – Hanoi/ Nature Exploration

In the morning

  • At 06:00, if you would like to do some exercise to begin your new day, let rise early and practice Tai Chi on the top deck as the sunrise greets us from behind the mountains.
  • At 06:45, a light breakfast will be served in the dining room at the middle of fresh and peaceful bay.
  • After that, you will visit Luon Cave for kayaking here before packing and check out
  • At the end you will have a brunch before disembark the cruise to head back to Hanoi

In the afternoon

  • Around 15:30, you will arrive at hotel in Hanoi for a free leisure night

Meals included: Breakfast/Brunch/__

Today useful note(s): Sun cream, sun glasses, swimming suits and wide brim hats are suggested

Parameter: Halong Bay – Hanoi: 180km/Driving: 4 hours

INCLUSION EXCLUSION
Cabin with Ocean view Meals, Beverages which are not specified in the program
English speaking guide on cruise Any unclarified flight tickets
Welcome drink and complimentary water on the bus and in your cabin Personal travel insurance
All meals as listed in the program Any personal expenses
Shuttle bus Hanoi – Halong – Hanoi (Pick-up and drop-off points must be in the old quarter) but private car is upon your request Any gratuities and tips to driver or tour guide ($3-5/person/day for both guide and driver)
All entrance fee and sightseeing tickets as listed Bank fee
Any surcharge for holiday