Authentic Sail

Day Cruise

WHY AUTHENTIC SAIL?
  • A maximum of 16 passengers on a spacious boat designed to accommodate 48, ensuring comfort, exclusivity, and personalized attention throughout your journey

  • Luxury Limousine (maximum of 9 people) for transfer from Hanoi to Ha Long via the expressway, with a travel time of only 2 hours.

  • A combined route of Halong and Catba, making it wayyyyyyyyy less touristy

From USD 89/ adult

Take a look at the cruise's gallery

Cruise Itinerary

• 8:45-9:15 AM: Your Authentic Sail Tour guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel, and you will be driven through the expressway to Ha Long Bay.

• 11:00-11:15 AM: Take a break en route at a Rest Stop near Halong Bay City. Relax at a Pearl Workshop, where you can witness the collection and refinement of this precious gem from the bay, transforming it into luxurious jewelry.

• 12:00 PM: Arrive at Tuan Chau Harbor, complete the check-in process, and embark on an incredible journey to explore the breathtaking beauty of Ha Long Bay.

• 12:30 PM: Enjoy a lunch featuring Vietnamese traditional specialties and seafood as we cruise towards the Gia Luan Cat Ba area. Here, we will take a small boat to immerse ourselves in the wonders of the Halong Bay area. Witness the stunning landscapes before continuing our cruise through the Hoa Cuong area. Along the way, soak in the extraordinary scenery of thousands of limestone islands.

• 2:20 PM: Arrive at the Hoa Cuong area, one of the most enchanting corners of Ha Long Bay. Surrounded by majestic limestone mountains, Hoa Cuong unveils a mysterious world with its wild and graceful beauty. Resembling a slumbering princess, it eagerly awaits your discovery. Notably, you will encounter a beautiful limestone islet rising from the sea in the form of a giant thumb, aptly named Thumb Rock. Nature has placed Thumb Rock here to convey a message of goodness to every passenger cruising through Ha Long. Make sure your camera is ready to capture the mesmerizing views this place offers.

• 2:40 PM: Visit a fish farm and a floating house. The cruise then proceeds towards the Ba Hang area, where you will see notable rock formations such as Dog Rock, Duck Rock, Fighting Cock Rock, and Lu Hung Islet (formerly known as Ba Hang fishing village). The villagers have since relocated to another area. Immerse yourself in the hidden charm of the splendid Ba Hang for 45 minutes, either by kayaking or taking a bamboo boat trip to explore the tunnels.

• 3:30 PM: Return to the Authentic Sail cruise and continue the exciting journey to our next destination.

• 4:30 PM: Arrive at Thien Cung Cave, one of the most exquisite caves in Ha Long Bay. Accompanied by our knowledgeable guide, you will explore this unique and magnificent museum of natural art, masterfully crafted by Mother Nature herself.

• 5:30-6:00 PM: The boat arrives back at the harbor, marking the end of the itinerary. You will be transferred back to Hanoi.

• 7:00-7:30 PM: Arrive back in Hanoi and drop off at your hotel.

Children Policy:

  • Children under 4 years old: Free of charge.

  • Children aged 5 to 10 years old: 75% of the adult rate will be charged.

  • Children aged 11 years old and above: Full adult rate will be charged.

Price Includes:

  • Luxury Limousine (maximum of 9 people) for transfer from Hanoi to Ha Long via the expressway, with a travel time of only 2 hours.

  • Professional English-speaking guide.

  • Complimentary bottle of water on the transfer vehicle.

  • Lunch featuring seafood and traditional Vietnamese food.

  • All entrance fees and sightseeing fees.

  • Kayaking or Bamboo Boat service.

  • On-board insurance.

Price excludes:

  • Other beverages, tips, and personal expenses

What you should bring:

  • Towel(s)

  • Sunscreen

  • Sunglasses /Hat

  • Insect/mosquito repellent

Feels like this is the right cruise? Contact us to check availability and nail this good deal!