Cycad Cruises Bai Tu Long Bay
Description
Discover the tranquility of Bai Tu Long Bay aboard the first 6-star cruise, designed to offer an unmatched journey into this UNESCO heritage site. With an itinerary that extends beyond the standard routes of Ha Long and Lan Ha, this cruise emphasizes unique experiences and the natural beauty of the region while immersing you in local culture. The Indochine-inspired design ensures a lavish atmosphere, making every moment on board memorable and enjoyable. - Experience the pristine beauty of Bai Tu Long Bay away from mass tourism - Enjoy an extended and unique itinerary compared to standard cruises - Indulge in the luxurious Indochine-inspired design throughout the cruise - Engage with local culture and stunning natural landscapes during your journey
Tour Options
Itinerary
Day 1 – Vung Vieng Fishing Village – Cong Do Area (Summary) 07:30 – 08:30: Pick-up from your hotel in Hanoi and transfer to Sunworld International Harbor (if using shuttle bus). 12:00: Arrive at the harbor and relax before boarding the cruise. 12:15: Transfer to the cruise by tender boat. 12:30: Enjoy welcome drinks, safety briefing, and check-in to your cabin. 13:15: Have buffet lunch while cruising through the stunning limestone landscapes. 15:00: Visit Vung Vieng Fishing Village – kayak or take a bamboo boat rowed by a local fisherman. 17:00: Return to the cruise, relax and enjoy Happy Hour, canapés, high tea, and photos in traditional Vietnamese costumes. 19:15: Fine-dining Vietnamese set dinner. 20:45: Relax onboard and enjoy traditional Vietnamese music.
DAY 2 – THIEN CANH SON CAVE – HA LONG INTERNATIONAL CRUISE PORT 06.30: Start a new day by waking up early to engage in Tai Chi, unlocking a path to wellness and inner peace. (If it rains, this program will be automatically canceled.) 07.00: Embrace the energy of a light buffet breakfast to inspire your day. 08.00: Explore Thien Canh Son Cave, located atop a mountain and rich in geological history and natural beauty. It is recommended to bring your camera and wear sports shoes for hiking. 09.00: Back on the Cycad Cruise, we set sail for the harbor, exploring a different route that promises new experiences and discoveries. 09.30: Check-out time at the reception area (Please settle your drink bills after brunch). 09.45: Indulge in our 100% authentic Vietnamese brunch set menu and treat your taste buds to a delightful experience. 11.00: Disembark at Ha Long International Cruise Port for the trip back to Hanoi.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Please come to our pick-up point at the Hanoi Opera House, or send us your hotel address. Note: We only offer direct pick-up if your hotel is located in the Old Quarter area.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(45)
The entire experience was wonderful. The food was great. Everyone on board was extremely helpful and sweet.
Excellent and comfortable stay. Highly recommended to experience this. Very polite and kind staff
Excellent. Service Human quality of the staff 10 out of 10 Very happy
Excellent all around experience and staff.
The food was exceptional. They customized every meal to needs, given we had several allergies. And it was delicious. Given that we were traveling with 2 young children, getting this extra and high quality support made a huge difference for us. The staff were truly warm, helpful and experienced. You could tell that they enjoyed their jobs and felt comfortable with each other. That goes a long way to making the overall environment a lot more relaxed and fun. Happy hour was such a good time. That surprised us. Imagine having drinks with the same quality as a bar in New York City or London, but with the backdrop of the majestic giant stones of Halong Bay. Best happy hour experience I have ever had. I hope to experience it again someday. Finally, the family suite cabin was superb. New, clean, beautiful, spacious. We had wall to wall balcony doors and a beautiful private balcony. The bathroom had a full bathtub. We actually soaked in it and with that huge window — again, this was probably one of the best soaks we will ever have because that view is incredible. And the trips to local beaches and caves each day were high quality and well-planned. Loved every minute of this. To Cycad Cruise: thank you for making our 3 day / 2 night stay so special. You took care of us so consistently. If you ever need a family to serve as your ambassadors, just send us an email. We will happily share more details about our wonderful experience sailing Bai Tu Long Bay with you. See you soon!
With the large selection of providers, we ended up here and are totally impressed by the tour and the service of the staff! We started at 38 degrees, and everything is made so pleasant for guests that one can only enjoy! Food is excellent, staff is super friendly and not forced, and we were almost alone traveling in the Bay to Long Bay. We were traveling with a toddler and would absolutely recommend the tour to everyone!
A great experience. Yummy food, friendly staff, amazing scenery!
The experience starts right at the beginning of the trip, as soon as you enter the boat you are greeted first by the amazing crew. The boat itself is modern, and very neat from the inside. The rooms give you this incredible view of the bay in which you are staying the night, the bathroom an absolute beauty. The activities are thought through, they give you a good impression of your surroundings but don’t take you off the boat too long. Food is included on your stay, they serve a great menu, it’s fine dining. Overal I would definitely recommend to get this trip for anyone!
It was truly a wonderful experience to be floating through the natural wonder that is Bai Tu Long Bay. It was almost like we had the whole bay to ourselves. The weather was exceptional, with gorgeous sunshine and the scenery is so breathtaking. To be doing it in such a serene way is fabulous. The staff on the Cycad Cruise were super gorgeous and wonderfully attentive. Nothing was too much trouble. Anna was particularly fabulous 🫶🏼 And the cocktails superb … Bob is a great mixologist 🍸 Some minor things to consider… the activities are quite strenuous so if you have reduced mobility, maybe stay on the boat. Apart from that, this is a must do 💙
Very nice tour. Great company on the ship. We felt very comfortable, and were very well and friendly taken care of.
