Belonging to the Indochina Sails cruise line, Indochine Cruise appeals to traditional-minded passengers searching for refined Indochine luxury.
43 staterooms are spacious and strongly reflect French Indochine heritage with quaint wooden furnishings. Categorized into junior suite cabin, suite cabin, executive suite cabin, president suite cabin, and family triple cabin, each unit comprises of a firm bed finished with luxuriant linen to ensure the utmost comfort, a large marble en-suite bathroom, a Jacuzzi tub, and an exterior balcony.
The upper-deck lounge is a perfect spot for sun lovers to enjoy a cocktail sipping and keep tanned. Meanwhile, late-night top deck bar & Tonkin restaurant adhere to the vintage colonial style and offer a selection of cocktails and imported wines. The 2-day voyage provides easy accessibility to several tourist destinations namely Dark & Bright Cave and Viet Hai Village. There are plenty of opportunities to get up close to nature and experience thrilling activities like kayaking, cave visiting, biking, and squid fishing.
4 things that we love most about Indochine Cruise
- Indochine style decorations
- Long traditions in cruising
- Jacuzzi on board
- All cabins with balcony
Itinerary
Day 1: Hanoi - Halong Bay - Lan Ha Bay
Morning
You will be greeted at your hotel in the Old Quarter to take the new highway to Tuan Chau Marina (if book our transfer)
Afternoon
Be welcomed onboard, enjoy the welcome drink while listening to a safety briefing and a short program introduction from the cruise manager. Lunch is served in Tonkin restaurant on the third floor while the cruise heads to the Dark-Bright Cave area. From 14:45 to 16:30, you start your kayaking trip or sit on the sampan boat rowed by the local people to visit the cave. At 17:30, the cruise moves to the sleeping point and puts the anchor overnight.
Evening
A cooking demonstration with Spring Rolls or Fruit Carving will be held before a sumptuous and romantic dinner is served. After dinner, try your luck with squid fishing, gather around to play cards or dominos, or book a massage service to rejuvenate your body after an active day. Overnight on board.
Day 2: Lan Ha Bay - Hanoi
Morning
Wake up early to get a stunning sunrise view on the sundeck or join Tai Chi class to gain full energy for the new day. A light breakfast is ready from 6:30 am at the restaurant before your excursion to Trung Trang cave on Cat Ba Island. Back to the cruise at around 9 am, you pack and have your luggage transferred to the harbor in advance. After the check-out procedure, it is time for getting a full stomach with a full breakfast in the dining area and enjoying the gorgeous view of the bay before leaving the boat. Back to Tuan Chau Marina at around 11:30 am and get on the bus to Hanoi (if book our transfer).
Important Notes
- PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
- Trip cancellation due to bad weather in Halong Bay:
- The cancellation decision is made by Management Board of Halong Bay on the day of the trip in case of bad weather conditions. In such case, we will make alternative travel arrangement for you on request or offer refund in accordance with the cruise policy (Read more about cancellation due to bad weather).
Cruise Inclusions & Options
More than 30 days prior to check-in: free of charge
From 30 to 7 days prior to check-in: 10% of total rates
From 6 to 3 days prior to check in: 50% of total rates.
Less than 3 days prior to check-in: 100% of total rates.
No-Show: 100% of total rates.
Cancellation notice must be in written form and send to us via email. Refund will be processed between 5-7 business days.
Check in on board: 12:10pm
Check out: 10:00am
Return Hanoi: 2:30pm
The FOC rate for children under 5 years old is applicable for 1 (one) child sharing a cabin with 2 (two) adults. Only 1 (one) child under 5 years old traveling with two (2) adults is allowed for FOC per cabin.
Children from 5-11 will pay extra charge 75% of adult rate.
Children 12 and above must pay full fare as adult.
Peak season surcharge: Surcharge $40/adult and $30/child for December 24th, December 31st
Vietnam Holiday Surchage: $20/adult/night and $15/child/night for travel date from 29th April to 2nd May (Vietnam's public holiday). Surcharge of $40/person for travel during Lunar New Year (21-25 January 2023)
Shuttle bus: $30/person (adults and children round trip). Pick up point: at hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter or in front of Hanoi Opera House
Transfer from Hanoi to Tuan Chau Pier and back (transfer time approximately 2.5 hours)
Airfares, and Hotel Accommodation
Visa to Vietnam
Beauty Spa Services and Massage
Beverages and Tobacco
Tax, tips and other Personal Expenses
All other services not clearly mentioned above
Surcharge for New Year, Christmas and Vietnam's Holiday
Taxes & Service Charges
Welcome Cocktail
Cruise Itinerary and Program
Entrance and Sightseeing Fees
In-house English-speaking Tour Guide
Luxury Cabins and Suites with A/C
Luxury en-suite Bathroom
Meals on board during cruise program
International Breakfast Buffet
Tai Chi Session
Cooking Class
Insurance
Kayaking
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