Started offering service in early 2012, Pelican Cruise is one of the most popular luxury cruise lines in Halong Bay. The fleet of Pelican Cruise has a total of three vessels, one was launched in 2012 while the two others were put into waters in 2013.
Following the luxury standards, each Pelican Cruise has 22 well-appointed cabins, a luxury bar & restaurant, and a spacious sundeck. In terms of accommodation, each cabin in Pelican cruise has been set in a perfect setting to meet various requirements. All cabins have a wide bow-window and a private balcony and feature wooden floor and hand-made furniture. Contemporary amenities such as Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, in-house telephone, private bathroom, hot and cold shower can be found in each cabin.
In addition to modern facilities and advanced services, Pelican is one of the few Halong Bay cruises being fully equipped with sonars and radars. This is one of the safest cruises in Halong Bay that passengers can place their trust in.
4 things that we love most about Pelican Cruise
Spacious cabins with oversized windows
Larger cruise ship perfect for group travel
Excellent daily BBQ dinner served on board
Royal suite cabin with private terrace
ITINERARY
Depart Hanoi for a scenic drive to Halong Bay (transfer by shuttle bus or private vehicle, not included in cabin price). Check in at Tuan Chau Marina and embark the luxury Pelican Cruise.
Afternoon:Lunch will be served after check in and relax with good food as you sail toward Da Chong Islet, passing Incense Burner, Dog Stone Islet, Fighting Cock, Soi Sim Beach, Coconut Tree Island. By mid-afternoon, you will have a chance to venture to Tung Sau area for kayaking and and swim by Titop Island. You can also climb up to the top of Titop island to enjoy the panoramic view of Halong Bay.
Anchor nearby Lom Bo area. At 19:30, enjoy a deluxe dinner. Relax with night activities such as board games or squid fishing. Spend overnight on board.
Day 2: Halong Bay - Hanoi
Start your day with Tai Chi on the Sundeck.
07:00 Have breakfast with tea, coffee, and pastries while cruising towards Surprise Cave.
Back to the boat, relax before checking out round
09:30 While passing by Hoa Cuong area, Ngon Tay islet (Finger Islet), Ga Choi islet, Lu Huong islet, Ba Hang area, Dog islet.
10:00 Brunch is served in the restaurant. Disembark at the harbor and take our shuttle bus to return to Hanoi at around 11:30 am.
You will get back to Hanoi at 14:30 approximately.
Be picked up from your hotel in Hanoi and start your trip to Halong Bay (transfer by shuttle bus or private vehicle, not included in cabin price). Bus ride will take around 3 hours. Reach Tuan Chau Harbour and rest a bit before boarding the cruise.
Check in is at noon and lunch will be served shortly after. As you sail towards the myriad caves and islets, you will have the opportunity to visit Tung Sau area to learn how locals make pearls or kayak around at your preference. Enjoy the quiet space and pure air before we proceed to Titop Beach.
Enjoy plenty of time at Titop Beach with activities such as hiking or swimming. Then, the cruise moves and anchors in Luom Bo area during the night time.
Evening:Dinner will be served at 7:30PM. There are plenty of opportunities for relaxing at night such as Spa service or squid fishing. Overnight on board.
Day 2: Halong Bay - Tien Ong Cave - Cua Van Fishing Village
Start your day with early morning Tai Chi on the Sundeck. Breakfast will be served at 07:00 and try to take a spoonful so as to have energy for this activity-packed day.
At 8:30 transfer to a day cruise (smaller day boat) to cruise towards Cua Van Floating Fishing Village. Guests can choose to kayak or take a sampan boat rowed by a local to take a close look at authentic floating houses and learn about villagers' daily life
Enjoy lunch on day boat. Visit Tien Ong Cave - one of the most pristine caves on Halong Bay. Back to Pelican Cruise, enjoy sunset party on top deck with happy hour.
Evening:Attend our cooking class on sundeck or watch the magnificent sunset view over the bay. Luxury Vietnamese dinner will be served. Free evening activities.
Day 3: Halong Bay - Hanoi
Enjoy early fresh air on the bay and do some Tai Chi exercise to release stress and gain energy for the whole day. Have breakfast and start the trip to Surprise Cave. Lunch will be served and later check out to get disembarked and get back to Hanoi at around 14:30.
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
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Tax & Service Charges
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 as indicated
Tai Chi Session
Cooking Class
Insurance
Transfer round trip Hanoi - Halong - Hanoi (shuttle bus available)
Kayaking Services
Airfares, and Hotel Accommodation
Visa to Vietnam
Beverages and Tobacco
Tips and other Personal Expenses
All other services not clearly mentioned above
Children less than 5 years of age are FOC, sharing a room with parent/s.
Children from 5 to 11 years of age are charged 75%, sharing a twin room
Children from 12 years of age and above are charged as adult
The rate for children applicable for one child sharing a twin or double cabin with two adults on mattress.
Shuttle bus: $25/adult and $15/child round trip
Peak season surcharge: Surcharge $20/person for Gala dinner applies if guests stay overnight on December 24th and/or December 31st or 22 Jan 2023 (Lunar New Year)
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.
