HIGHLIGHTS:

• Driving to the Halong Bay through the lush, scenic Red River Delta
• Cruising overnight on a modern steel junk, the charming replica paddle steamer, on tranquil UNESCO World Heritage Site Halong Bay
• Savouring the best cuisine onboard and highlights of a cooking demonstration
• Taking the time to soak up the beauty of Halong Bay - thousands of limestone islands scattered amidst the clear, turquoise waters
• Exploring the limestone islands and turquoise waters of UNESCO World Heritage Site Halong Bay

ITINERARY:

DAY 1: HANOI- HALONG BAY- LAN HA BAY ON ALISA CRUISE ( L/ D)

07.30– 08.20: Our tour guide and bus pick you up at your hotels in Hanoi old quarter upon your requirement.

08.30: Departure to Halong Bay for 3.5 Hours and on the way you can enjoy the landscape of the Red River Delta country side

10.00- 10.20: Stopover at Hai Duong province for refreshment about 20 – 30 minutes

12.00- 12.30: Arrive at Tuan Chau harbor,  take break and welcome drink at Alisa Cruise Lounge before boarding to Alisa Cruise

12.30 Welcome to Alisa Cruise, enjoy a welcome drink while our cruise manager gives a brief introduction, safety guidelines bout Alisa Cruise. Check-in your cabin and start cruising and explore Halong Bay – one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature.

12.40-14.00: Enjoy lunch with Vietnamese and International dishes served while cruising in the magnificent Halong Bay, admiring the fascinating rock formations in the bay.

14.00: After Lunch continues to cruising exploration in HALONG BAY passing by Cua Van Floating Village, Tien Ong Cave, Trong Cave, the Ho-dong Tien cave, Luon cave... Customers also have chance to experience how beautiful are for Incense Burner, Dog Stone Islet, Fighting Cock, Soi Sim beach, Coconut Three Island

14.30 Arrival in Lan Ha Bay in Tung Gau Area- The most beautiful area in Halong Bay with wild natural beauty.

15.00: Continued exploration the Halong Bay. Depend on a specific day and season only 1 option will be chosen

 KAYAKING 

Customers will have 45 minutes for kayaking around the Pearl Farm Village Area.

After kayaking customers will have 2 options to continue your trip:

OPTION 1:  VISITING TITOP ISLAND FOR SWIMMING 

16.00: Visiting the beautiful Ti Top beach for swimming (if the weather permits), Ti Top Beach is especially famous for its fresh atmosphere, clean water, and smooth white sand that create a great ambiance for tourists to relax or passengers can take steps to reach the top of  Ti Top beach to have a whole panorama view of Halong Bay.

OPTION 2:  VISITING PEARL FARM VILLAGE

16:00 Visiting Halong Pearl Farm Village. Travelers will have a chance to visit Floating Pearl Farm and see how local people produce the great pearls. This Pearl Farm Village was established in 1995 by a Japanese organization, after years run by Japanese experts, it was transferred for Vietnamese. Our guide will show you around the farm and the museum there and explained how the process is done. You will pass a floating raft where some kinds of oyster pearls are grown and transplanted such as South Sea pearl, Tahitian Black Pearl,…etc. After that, you will see a processing room where workers transplanting oysters and understand some precious species of pearl. The last, you could see one of the workers here opening an alive oyster in front of your eyes to see pearl inside and then have to look their achievement in the showroom!

17.30: Come back to our Alisa Cruise and relax by enjoying Sun Set party with Juices, Cocktails, Red Vine and fruits on Alisa Sky  Bar.

Option: Massage service available. Please book with Cruise Manager directly

18.00- 18.30 Join the cooking class guided directly by Chef of Alisa Cruise. On sundeck –  Our Chef will guides how to make Vietnamese spring rolls - traditional Vietnamese food. Then enjoy Happy Hour (Buy 2 drinks get one free). It is time for chit chat and relaxes. Watch the magnificent sunset over Halong Bay. 

19:30: Time for dinner enjoying special food on the cruise at Alisa Restaurant.

21.00: Evening entertainments:  Evening activities include: Leisure time to enjoy a chat around the bar, watching movies and many sorts of Vietnam cultural films, relaxing and spending a romantic night on

Evening activities include: Leisure time to enjoy a chat around the bar, watching movies and many sorts of Vietnam cultural films, relaxing and spending a romantic night on Alisa Cruise’s music, playing cards, chess are available, reading magazines in room and dining room. You may also try your luck at squid fishing & fishing from the boat.

23.00:  End of Program for Day One.

DAY 2: ALISA  CRUISE- HANOI ( B/L)

6.30: Early morning sun risers can enjoy Tai Chi Le session on the sundeck. Tai chi also called Tai chi chuan, combines deep breathing and relaxation with slow and gentle movements.

Coffee, tea, and pastries for light breakfast are served in the dining room with the morning view of bay’s landscape.

07.00: Morning view of bay’s landscape with a cup of tea or coffee and breakfast.

08.00: Transfer by tender to Sung Sot Cave. Walk up about 100 steps to the cave entrance. It takes approximately 45 minutes for cave visiting. Visit Sung Sot Cave, one of the biggest cave in Halong bay with beautiful stalactites and stalagmites. Return to the boat by tender. Proper shoes are highly recommended.

9.40:  Back to Alisa Cruise

10.00:  Check-out of your room  and settle bills at reception.

10.15: Having brunch at Alisa Restaurant on boat

11.30: Arriving the harbor and get off from the boat

12.30: Return to Hanoi by comfortable air-con shuttle bus

14.30: Stopover in Hai Duong province to visit a ceramics workshop

16.00 – 16.30   Arrive in Hanoi end your trip.

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Driving to the  Halong Bay through the lush, scenic Red River Delta
• Cruising overnight on a modern steel junk, the charming replica paddle steamer, on tranquil UNESCO World Heritage Site Halong Bay
• Savouring the best cuisine onboard and highlights of a cooking demonstration
• Taking the time to soak up thousands of limestone islands and visit Sung Sot Cave
• Visit Pearl Farm Village or Titop Island
• Exploring Luon Cave by kayaking or bamboo boat
• Visit Cua Van Fishing Village, Fairy Cave

ITINERARY:

DAY 1: HANOI- HALONG BAY- LAN HA BAY ON ALISA CRUISE ( -/LUNCH/ DINNER)

• 07.30– 08.20: Our tour guide and bus pick you up at your hotels in Hanoi old quarter upon your requirement.
• 08.30: Departure to Halong Bay for 3.5 Hours and on the way you can enjoy the landscape of the Red River Delta country side
• 10.00- 10.20: Stopover at Hai Duong province for refreshment about 20 – 30 minutes
• 12.00- 12.30: Arrive at Tuan Chau harbor,  take break and welcome drink at Alisa Cruise Lounge before boarding to Alisa Cruise
• 12.30: Welcome to Alisa Cruise, enjoy a welcome drink while our cruise manager gives a brief introduction, safety guidelines bout Alisa Cruise. Check-in your cabin and start cruising and explore Halong Bay – one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature.
• 12.40 - 14.00: Enjoy lunch with Vietnamese and International dishes served while cruising in the magnificent Halong Bay, admiring the fascinating rock formations in the bay.
• 14.00: After Lunch continues to cruising exploration in HALONG BAY  passing by Cua Van Floating Village, Tien Ong Cave, Trong Cave, the Ho-dong Tien cave, Luon cave... Customers also have chance to experience how beautiful are for  Incense Burner, Dog Stone Islet, Fighting Cock, Soi Sim beach, Coconut Three Island
• 14.30: Arrival in Lan Ha Bay in Tung Gau Area- The most beautiful area in Halong Bay with wild natural beauty.
• 15.00: Continued exploration the Lan Ha bay. Depend on a specific day and season only 1 option will be chosen

 KAYAKING OR BAMBOO BOAT ROWING IN LUON CAVE AREA

• 15.10- 16.00: Visiting Luon cave, the perfect combination of limestone mountains and jade-green sea by bamboo boat with local people. Enjoy quiet space and pure air, you will feel relaxed truly. If you are lucky, you will see monkeys on islands.
• After Kayaking we will have 2 options to visit because we can not visit both places as it is not enough time and it is also depending on specific date, weather conditions and seasons (Summer or Winter)

 VISITING PEARL FARM VILLAGE IF YOU DO NOT LIKE GO KAYAKING

• 16:00 Visiting Halong Pearl Farm Village. Travelers will have a chance to visit Floating Pearl Farm and see how local people produce the great pearls. This Pearl Farm Village was established in 1995 by a Japanese organization, after years run by Japanese experts, it was transferred for Vietnamese. Our guide will show you around the farm and the museum there and explained how the process is done. You will pass a floating raft where some kinds of oyster pearls are grown and transplanted such as South Sea pearl, Tahitian Black Pearl,…etc. After that, you will see a processing room where workers transplanting oysters and understand some precious species of pearl. The last, you could see one of the workers here opening an alive oyster in front of your eyes to see pearl inside and then have to look their achievement in the showroom!

VISITING TITOP ISLAND FOR SWIMMING 

• 16.00: Visiting the beautiful Ti Top beach for swimming (if the weather permits), Ti Top Beach is especially famous for its fresh atmosphere, clean water, and smooth white sand that create a great ambiance for tourists to relax or passengers can take steps to reach the top of  Ti Top beach to have a whole panorama view of Halong Bay.
• 17.30: Come back to our Alisa Cruise and relax by enjoying Sun Set party with Juices, Cocktails, Red Vine and fruits on Alisa Sky  Bar.
• Option:  Massage service available. Please book with Cruise Manager directly (please see massage menu)
• 18.00- 18.30: Join the cooking class guided directly by Chef of Alisa Cruise. On sundeck – Our Chef will guides how to make Vietnamese spring rolls - traditional Vietnamese food. Then enjoy Happy Hour (Buy 2 drinks get one free). It is time for chit chat and relaxes. Watch the magnificent sunset over Halong Bay. 
• 19.30: Time for dinner enjoying special food on the cruise at Alisa Restaurant.
• 21.00: Evening entertainments: 
• Evening activities include: Leisure time to enjoy a chat around the bar, watching movies and many sorts of Vietnam cultural films, relaxing and spending a romantic night on Alisa Cruise’s music, playing cards, chess are available, reading magazines in room and dining room. You may also try your luck at squid fishing & fishing from the boat.
• 23.00: End of Program for Day One.

DAY 2: HALONG BAY – FULL DAY KAYAKING- OVERNIGHT ON ALISA CRUISE  ( BREAKFAST/LUNCH/DINNER )

• 06.30: Early morning sun risers can enjoy Tai Chi le session on the sundeck. Tai Chi also called Tai chi chuan, combines deep breathing and relaxation with slow and gentle movements. Coffee, tea, and pastries for breakfast are served in the dining room with a morning view of bay’s landscape.
• 07.00: Morning view of bay’s landscape with a cup of tea or coffee and breakfast.
• 08.30 – 10.00: Transfer to Alisa Day Boat for Exploring Luon Cave where you can enjoy KAYAKING or rowing BAMBOO BOATS with local people or by yourself.
• 10.30: Continue cruising and passing through the Stone Dog Island. This Island is another fascinatingly shaped limestone rock in the bay.
• 11.30: Arriving Cua Van Fishing Village where you can doing kayaking around
• 12.30: Back to day boat and enjoy excellent lunch there
• 13.30 – 14.30: Cruising on boat to visiting Ho Dong Tien areaKeep cruising on the bay
• 16.30: Return to Alisa Cruise and relax on Sundeck and you can enjoy Sun Set Party with Juices, Cocktails, Red Vine and fruits...
• 16.30: Return to Alisa Cruise and relax on Sundeck and you can enjoy Sun Set Party with Juices, Cocktails, Red Vine and fruits.
• 17.30: Come back to our Alisa Cruise and relax by enjoying Sun Set party with Juices, Cocktails, Red Vine and fruits on Alisa Sky Bar.  (Buy 2 drinks get one free).
• 18.00- 18.30: Join the cooking class guided directly by Chef of Alisa Cruise. You have a chance to practice Vietnamese traditional dishes such as spring roll or famous cuisine of Vietnam.
• 19.30: Under the magnificent night sky, in the magic atmosphere in Ha long Bay, Our luxury set-menu dinner is served with a variety of Vietnamese and Asian foods.
• 21.00: Evening activities include:
• Join the squid fishing on the boat with our crews. You can enjoy the squid cooked with assistance from our chef.
• Leisure yourself with our happy-hour drinks at the bar.
• 22.00: Overnight on Alisa Cruise near Surprising Cave, the quietest sleeping area permitted by Halong Governmental  Authority.

DAY 3: ALISA CRUISE- HANOI (BREAKFAST/LUNCH/-)

• 06.30: Early morning sunrise to enjoy Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck.
• 07.00: Morning view of bay’s landscape with a cup of tea or coffee and  Enjoy breakfast.
• 08.30 -10.00: Transfer by tender to Sung Sot Cave ( Amazing Cave). Walk up about 100 steps to the cave entrance. It takes approximately 45 minutes for cave visiting. Visit Sung Sot Cave, one of the biggest cave in Halong bay with beautiful stalactites and stalagmites. Return to the boat by tender. Proper shoes are highly recommended.
•  10.00: Back to Alisa Cruise. Check-out and settle bills at reception
•  10.30: Enjoy the lunch on cruise
•  11.30-12.00: Alisa Cruise is landing Tuan Chau harbor, tourists say goodbye to sailors and finish the cruise.
• 12.30: Get on  Air-con shuttle bus back Hanoi
• 14.30: Stopover in Hai Duong province to relax and visit a ceramics workshop.
• 16.00- 16.30: Arriving in Hanoi,  end your trip. See you on the next trip.

ALISA CRUISES is proud of being the best and nicest BRAND- NEW LUXURY STEEL BOAT in Halong Bay in 2017. And it is one of the THE THE SAFEST cruises lines IN HALONG BAY ( MUCH MUCH BETTER THAN WOODEN BOATS)

Alisa Cruise is fast becoming one of the most sought after cruising experiences on the Gulf of Tonkin. Being hailed as one of the largest and most luxuries vessels in the area, we also offer some of the largest suites and best facilities.

The main concern on board for Alisa Cruise are the safety of our passengers and the threat to the surrounding environment. We also support the local community through offering jobs to local staff and supporting the local community to our highest capacity.

Factsheet: 22 Private Suite Cabins Ocean Views

Accomodation:  21 cabins

JUNIOR SUITE OCEAN VIEW

No of Cabins: 08
Cabin Location: 1st & 3nd deck
Avg. Room Size: 20 m2
Bed Type: Double/Twin
Maximun Occupants: 2 adults + 1 child
Note: Ocean View Window

SENIOR SUITE OCEAN VIEW WITH JACUZZI

No of Cabins: 08
Cabin Location: 1st & 2nd deck
Avg. Room Size: 20 m2
Bed Type: Double/Twin
Maximun Occupants: 2 adults + 1 child
Note: Ocean View Window, Jacuzzi

FAMILY TRIPLE SUITE OCEAN VIEW

No of Cabins: 03
Cabin Location: 1st & 2nd deck
Avg. Room Size: 25 m2
Bed Type: 01 Double + 01 Single
Maximun Occupants: 3 adults + 1 child
Note: Ocean View Window, 2 rooms have jacuzzi

FAMILY CONNECTING SUITE OCEAN VIEW

No of Cabins: 02
Cabin Location: 1st deck
Avg. Room Size: 40 m2
Bed Type: 01 Double + 01 Twin
Maximun Occupants: 4 adults + 2 childs
Note: Ocean View Window, jacuzzi

VIP ALISA SUITE BALCONY

No of Cabins: 02
Cabin Location: 3rd deck
Avg. Room Size: 30 m2
Bed Type: 01 Double + 01 Single
Maximun Occupants: 3 adults + 1 child
Note: Private Balcony, jacuzzi

Restaurant & Bar

Life on board & Activiities

What’s included?

• Shuttle Bus Hanoi- Halong Bay- Hanoi;
• Entrance fees, taxes, and service charge;

• English speaking guide;

• Luxury accommodation with A/C, shower, mini bar;

• Kayaking or rowing boat;

• Welcome drinks + 2 bottled water in room

• Free Tea and Coffee in room + Free Water serving yourselves at restaurant

• Meals onboard ( 3 main meals + 1 breakfast)

• Sunrise Tai Chi demonstration;

• Insurance onboard;

• Cooking class on cruise

What’s excluded?

• Drinks

• Tips for tour guide and driver ( Optional)

• Personal expenses;

• All services and items not mentioned specifically in the list above;

• Extra Services ( Hanoi - Halong - Hanoi )

What do I need to bring?

• Booking voucher from us
• It is essential to bring your passport on this trip. Bring walking shoes, raincoat, jacket, extra clothes, torch, insect repellent and sunscreen...
• Cash for personal expense

What do I need to know?

• Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather, tide levels and operating conditions without prior notice.
• Swimming or kayaking excursions may be cancelled due to poor weather. Unused services are subject to nonrefundable.
• Inadvance register is required with name, passport, nationality, gender, and visa for all passengers. A valid passport is required upon check-in. Otherwise, boarding may be denied by port authority.
• Meals on board are fusion: Vietnamese, seafood & international. Guests should advise of any special food preferences, allergies or dietary requirements before departure date.
• For safety: First aid kit is available at the Reception desk; Life jackets are in all cabins; No smoking in restaurant and cabin; Be aware of long jelly fish (seasonal)

• Indochina Beauty Travel is doing all possible to make your journey and travel experience an unforgettable one. Weather conditions, we unfortunately cannot control. Our apologies for that!