The five-star luxury cruise – Margaret Cruises provides a relaxing haven for utmost adventure-seeking travellers on this precious pearl of Halong Bay. Step into this newly-launched cruise, guests will be pleased by its perfect balance of the classic and modern style representing throughout 25 spacious and beautifully refurbished cabins. Make your own choice of either refreshing your body and soul in the inviting bathroom after a dynamic excursion or in the fantastic spa and expansive sundeck. Besides complimentary mineral water and fresh fruits available in each room, the exquisite restaurant is a paradise providing different nuances of cuisine and a romantic dinner setting in a quiet place.

Various cruise itineraries enable both guests with a limited time budget and those who are not pressed for time to enjoy a superlative onboard adventure. To value the amount of time travellers spend there, programs ranging from 1 day itinerary to 3 day 2 night itinerary offer numerous activities. For instance, you can explore TiTop Island for swimming and kayaking, visit Pearl Farm Village or enjoy kayaking through Luon Cave area. Tai Chi class early in the morning and squid fishing at night would also definitely deserve your consideration.

3 things that we love most about Margaret Cruise

New and luxury cruise

Spacious cabins with window or balcony

Limousine shuttle bus with maximum comfort

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SKU: CRU-MARGARET
Departure: Tuan Chau Pier, Halong City, Vietnam
per person

ITINERARY

Day 1: Hanoi-Halong
 
Morning Morning pickup and transfer at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter at 8:00am. 
 
Noon Arrive at noon to Tuan Chau marina and embark on Margaret Cruise. The cruise starts sailing ahead to Halong Bay. A nice buffet lunch awaits you at the restaurant. 
 
 
Afternoon Continue to explore Halong Bay with only 1 of two options below chosen based on the weather conditions and seasons:
 
Option 1: Head to Ti Top Island and enjoy swimming and trekking there.
 
Option 2: Visit Pearl Farm village. After that, take a kayak to visit Luon Cave area. A great Sun Set party will be offered on Margaret Sky Bar with plenty of options such as juices, tea, coffee and fruits. Option: massage service available. 
 
Late afternoon Join a cooking class where you will learn how to make Vietnamese spring rolls. 
 
Evening Enjoy set-menu dinner with unique blend of Asian and European food. After dinner, try squid fishing activity and enjoy free time onboard.
 

Day 2: Halong Bay - Hanoi

Early morning Get up early and attend Tai Chi class. After that, enjoy a cup of coffee or tea. Then enjoy a light breakfast.
 
 
Morning This morning, join an excursion to Sung Sot Cave, a beautiful cave in Halong Bay. Then return and check out your cabin. Enjoy buffet brunch at 10:30am. 
 
Noon Disembark to Tuan Chau Wharf and return to Hanoi.
Day 1: Hanoi - Titop Beach - Luon Cave
 
Morning Pick up at your hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter and transfer to Halong Bay. On the halfway at Hai Duong province, spend about 20 – 30 minutes for refreshment.
 
Noon Get on Margaret Cruises and then check in your cabin. A nice Asian buffet lunch will be served while our cruise moves to Halong Bay. 
 
Afternoon Explore Halong Bay with one of two options below which will be chosen based the weather conditions and seasons:
 
Option 1: Go swimming and trekking at TiTop Island
 
Option 2: Visit Pearl Farm village Following that, you will visit Luon cave area by kayaking.
 
 
Late afternoon Enjoy a great sunset part on Margaret Sky Bar. Refreshment drinks include juices, tea, coffee and fruits. Or join our cooking class and learn more about Vietnamese gastronomy.
 
Option: Massage service is available 
 
Evening Enjoy a set-menu dinner of Asian and European food. Later take time to join squid fishing or enjoy free time on the boat
 

Day 2: Fairy Lake - Drum Cave

Morning

Early risers can attend Tai Chi class and enjoy tea and coffee after that. Enjoy a light breakfast. Transfer to a day boat and visit Fairy Lake Cave, Trong Cave where you can enjoy swimming.

Afternoon

Lunch included on day boat followed by a visit to Pearl Farm or Me Cung Cave. Return to mother ship at 4:30pm.

Evening

Take part in a cooking demonstration which instructs you how to make Vietnamese spring rolls. Enjoy set-menu dinner (unique blend of Asian and European food).


Day 3: Halong Bay - Hanoi

Early Morning Practice Tai Chi class. Tea and coffee are served. 
 
Morning Take time to visit Sung Sot cave – on the of the most beautiful cave in the bay. Check out at 10:00am and enjoy brunch before disembarkation. 
 
Noon Disembark to Tuan Chau Wharf.

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

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

Transfer from Hanoi to Tuan Chau Port 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

Check in on board: 12:10pm

Check out:  11:35am

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 $50/person for Gala dinner applies if guests stay on board on December 24th and/or December 31st, and Lunar New Year 2023 (December 30, January 1-2-3 in Lunar Calendar)

Shuttle bus: $35/person (adults and children round trip). Pick up point: at hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter or in front of Hanoi Opera House

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.

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