Grand Pioneers I Cruise

Around 08:00 – 08:30 Shuttle bus will pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter and then transfer to Tuan Chau Port. 

11:30 – 11:45 Tuan Chau International Cruise Port

You will be presented at Tuan Chau International Port

(Navigation: Here), where Grand Pioneers Cruise staff will welcome and assist with check-in procedures.

12:30 Check-in You will check in at the Reception, on the first floor.

13:00 – 14:30 Enjoy the welcome drinks and have lunch Enjoy our welcome drink and be introduced about the itinerary and safety policies. Lunch will be served in the Dining By The Bay restaurant.

15:30 – 16:30 Explore the Sung Sot Cave

The transfer boat and the team of Grand Pioneers Cruise staff will take you to the Sung Sot Cave, one of the most beautiful caves in Halong Bay, discovered by a group of French explorers in 1901.

17:30 – 18:30 Sunset & Happy Hour time

Enjoy the best moments of the day as the sun hits the water between the dramatic limestone peaks and emerald- green coves, choose and savor Canapé and your favorite drink offerings at the Sky bar.

19:00 Dinner at Restaurant

Tantalize your taste buds with a selection of Western and Vietnamese cuisine.

21:00 After dinner

After dinner, chill out in your suite; pamper yourself at spa; experience squid fishing back of the boat on the first floor; or spend time with your fellow companions at our cigar and wine lounge, karaoke club, skybar or the pool bar.

Overnight on the Grand Pioneers Halong Bay Cruise.

*Some activities may incur an additional charge – see the exclusions.

*For the guest who do not get involved in experience activities: You can enjoy our services on the cruise including spa & massage, 4-season pool, cigar & lounge, kid clubs, ect.

05:30 – 06:00 Amazing sunrise time

Enjoy the magnificent sunrise across Heritage Bay, immerse yourself in the sound of waves and be ready for a chill and fress day.

06:00 – 06:30 Meditation on Sundeck

Start your new day full of energy with meditation exercises that help balance and regenerate energy or fitness exercises at the gym on the cruise ship.

06:30 – 07:30 Light Breakfast

A light breakfast will be served in the restaurant.

07:30 – 08:30 Visit the Luon Cave by a bamboo boat

Our speed boat will transport you to Luon Cave – the best destination for visiting by rowing bamboo boat, located on the north-eastern part of Bo Hon Island.

09:00 – 09:30 Check out and payment at our reception

Check out and payment extra service fee at our Reception Desk on the first floor. Leave your luggage outside the door.

09:00 – 10:30 Enjoy brunch buffet at the restaurant

Enjoy the brunch buffet on the cruise while continuing the journey back to the port.

10:45 Get back to the Grand Pioneers Lounge

Cruise back to the Grand Pioneers Cruise Port.

11:30 Start your trip back to Hanoi

Arrive back in Hanoi approximately 14:30 – 14:45.

End of your 2 days 1 night trip.

NOTE:

Wifi connection: at times due to the remote location the signal may be weak. We hope for your kind understanding as the cruise is far from the mainland.

Advance registration is required. Please provide your full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport number and visa expiry date. A valid passport is required upon check-in, otherwise boarding may be denied by the port authority.

ITINERARY

The above is an outline itinerary and specific timing and more detail will be given by the tourguide during the trip.

Please note itineraries in the Ha Long Bay region are subject to change without prior notice depending on weather conditions, tidal levels, and local authority regulations.

All meals are included on board. Please advise If you have any special dietary requirementsor food allergies when you book or at least 24 hours before departure.

11:30 – 11:45 Tuan Chau International Cruise Port

You will be presented at Tuan Chau International Port (Navigation: Here), where Grand Pioneers Cruise staff will welcome and assist with check-in procedures.

12:00 Check in

You’ll be moving to Grand Pioneers Cruise by shuttle boat, and then proceed to check in at the Reception on the first floor

13:00 – 14:30 Enjoy the welcome drinks and have lunch

Enjoy the welcome drinks in the cruise lobby and listen to a briefing about the itinerary and safety regulations.

Lunch will be served at the Dining By The Bay restaurant

14:30 – 16:00 Explore the Sung Sot cave

The transfer boat and the team of Grand Pioneers Cruise staff will take you to the Sung Sot Cave, one of the most beautiful caves in Ha Long Bay, discovered by a group of French explorers in 1901. After that, you will return to Grand Pioneers Cruise

*For the guest who don’t participate in in experience activities: You can enjoy our services on the cruise including spa & massage, 4-season pool, cigar & lounge, kid clubs, ect

16:30 – 17:30 Explore the Titov beach

Transfer by speed boat to the Titov island. There is a beach for swimming and you may also hike to the top of the island for great views and photo opportunities. The hike involves walking up about 400 stone steps; it normally takes about 10-20 minutes to the top. There is a large viewing deck about half-way up with amazing panoramic views

17:45 – 18:45 Sunset & happy hour time

Enjoy the best moments of the day as the sun hits the water between the dramatic limestone peaks and

emerald- green coves. Savor the Canapé and discount for a variety of your favourite drinks.

19:00 Dinner at restaurant

Experience a gourmet dinner showcasing a unique menu of Western and Vietnamese cuisine , personally prepared by our chef

21:00 After dinner

After dinner, guests are invited to enjoy leisure time in their private accommodations, experience spa services,or engage in various entertainment activities. Options include the karaoke room, cigar & wine lounge, pool bar, sky bar, or a special night squid fishing excursion.

Overnight stay on the cruise is included.

*Some activities may include an additional charge – please check the exclusions for details.

05:30 – 06:00 Amazing sunrise time

Enjoy the magnificent sunrise across Heritage Bay, immerse yourself in the sound of waves and be ready for a refreshing and inspiring day.

06:00 – 06:30 Meditation on Sundeck

Start your new day full of energy with Taichi that help balance and regenerate energy or fitness exercises at the gym on the cruise ship.

06:30 – 07:30 Light Breakfast

A light breakfast will be served in the restaurant.

08:30 Transfer to day boat

You will be picked up at the cruise and start your trip from Titop island by day boat.

09:30 – 10:15 Visiting Trinh Nu Cave/Trong Cave

Kayaking at Trinh Nu Cave/Trong Cave

10:30 -11:30 Tranfer to Lan Ha Bay

Tranfer from Ha Long Bay to Ba Trai Dao area – which is belong to Lan Ha Bay

11:30 Lunch time

Lunch will be served on boat

12:30 – 13:30 Chilling time at Ba Trai Dao beach

Enjoy the crystal blue water and beautiful white sand on Ba Trai Dao beaches

13:45 – 14:45 Visit Pearl Farm Exhibition Center and Museum

Visit and experience the pearl farming process at Pearl Farm Exhibition Center and Museum.

15:00 – 15:30 Return to Grand Pioneers Cruise

Return to Grand Pioneers Cruise

15:30 – 18:30 Sunset & Happy Hour time

Enjoy the best moments of the day as the sun hits the water between the dramatic limestone peaks and emerald- green coves. Savor the Canapé and discount for a variety of your favourite drinks.

19:00 Dinner at Restaurant

Experience a gourmet dinner showcasing a unique menu of Western and Vietnamese cuisine , personally prepared by our chef

21:00 After dinner

After dinner, guests are invited to enjoy leisure time in their private accommodations, experience spa services, or engage in various entertainment activities. Options include the karaoke room, cigar & wine lounge, pool bar, sky bar, or a special night squid fishing excursion.

Overnight stay on the cruise is included.

*Some activities may include an additional charge -please check the exclusions for details.

05:30 – 06:00 Amazing sunrise time

Enjoy the magnificent sunrise across Heritage Bay, immerse yourself in the sound of waves and be ready for a refreshing and inspiring day.

06:00 – 06:30 Meditation on Sundeck

Start your new day full of energy with meditation exercises that help balance and regenerate energy or fitness exercises at the gym on the cruise ship.

06:30 – 07:30 Light Breakfast

A light breakfast will be served in the restaurant.

07:30 – 08:30 Visit the Luon cave by a bamboo boat

Our speed boat will transport you to Luon Cave – the best destination for visiting by bamboo boat, located on the north-eastern part of Bo Hon Island

07:30 – 08:30 Visit the Luon cave by a bamboo boat

Our speed boat will transport you to Luon Cave – the best destination for visiting by bamboo boat, located on the north-eastern part of Bo Hon Island

09:00 – 10:30 Enjoy brunch buffet at the restaurant

Enjoy the brunch buffet on the cruise while continuing the journey back to the port.

10:45 Get back to the Grand Pioneers Lounge

Cruise back to the Grand Pioneers Cruise port