Heritage Line Ylang Cruise

Itinerary

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1. Day 1: Hanoi - Halong Bay

   Leave Hanoi at 9:00 AM if you opt for a private transfer or between 8:30 AM and 9:00 AM for the shuttle bus, arriving at Tuan Chau Marina around 11:30 AM (transportation service upon your request).
   12:00 – 12:30: Meet at Heritage Line’s lounge at Tuan Chau Marina. A short speedboat transfer will take you to your luxurious floating home, the starting point for exploring the wonders of Lan Ha Bay and Cat Ba Island.
   12:30 – 13:30: Lunch is served in the almost 360-degree, light-flooded, elegant dining room as the cruise sails deeper into the bay. Unwind on the terrace deck or private balcony, soaking in the surreal seascape.
   15:30: The cruise moors close to Cat Ba Island. Step on land and head to Viet Hai Village, nestled in a picturesque valley surrounded by jungle-clad mountains.
   16:00: Enjoy cycling through the valley, offering wonderful insights into the isolated life of the local inhabitants. The community, surrounded by thick forests and mountains and only accessible by sea, is self-sufficient, cultivating vegetables, fruits, and fishing on the bay.
   17:30: Return to the ship as it sails to the overnight anchorage spot in Lan Ha Bay.
   18:00: Participate in a Vietnamese tea tasting, pamper yourself with a spa treatment, or enjoy some time in the sauna located in the ship’s expansive spa area.
   19:00 – 20:30: Dinner is served. Afterward, opt for a guided “Singing Bowl Meditation” in the wellness studio, or simply relax under the stars on the terrace deck or your private balcony, embracing the serenity of the surreal landscape.

2. Day 2: Halong Bay Cruise

   06:30: Begin the day with a Tai Chi session on the terrace deck, offering a rejuvenating experience under the morning sun.
   07:00: Enjoy breakfast as the ship sails toward the northern access port to enter Cat Ba Island and its national park.
   08:30: A short scenic bus ride takes you through the lush park, leading to the starting point for a leisurely hiking outing to explore the designated biosphere reserve.
   09:00: Hike through the national park, which hosts about 1,500 plant species, 78 avian species, 20 reptilian species, and 32 mammalian species, including deer, macaques, and civets.
   11:00: Return to the ship for lunch and enjoy some sailing time, eventually reaching a secluded spot for the afternoon activities.
   13:00: The afternoon is “at your own pace” with options including relaxing or swimming at a natural beach, exploring the calm area with kayaks, or enjoying spa treatments, a steam bath, or sauna back on board.
   16:30: As the sun sets, the ship sails to its overnight mooring spot.
   19:00: Savor a multi-course dinner. Afterward, join the guided “Singing Bowl Meditation” or retire to your suite to unwind on your private balcony, reflecting on the day’s adventures.

3. Day 3: Halong Bay - Hanoi

   06:30: Wake up early for a Tai Chi session on the terrace deck.
   07:00: Traditional Vietnamese coffee, tea, and breakfast pastries await in the dining room for a first bite.
   08:00: The ship sails to a place called “Frog Lake,” a secluded area perfect for an energetic morning excursion by kayak.
   09:00: Explore the captivating marine landscape of Frog Lake, with cliffs stretching vertically out of the water. Experience a sense of freedom as you paddle through a labyrinth of jade-green water, rocks, and vivid tree-topped islets.
   10:30: Return to the ship where a hearty breakfast or brunch is served while cruising back to the disembarkation spot.
   11:30: Relax on the terrace deck, savoring the last moments of this unique journey.
   12:00: Disembark the ship and transfer back to the pier by speedboat. Meet your driver for a transfer back to Hanoi or another destination if transportation arrangements have been made.
   * Please note that the itinerary may change.