Heritage Binh Chuan Cruise Halong Bay
Vessel Overview
Inspired by the King of ships in Vietnam, Heritage Cruise Binh Chuan uniquely showcases architectural design reflecting precious historical and cultural values, highlighted by elegant artwork and handcrafted items at every corner. With a passionate team, the cruise promises to ensure an authentic voyage to Lan Ha Bay and Cat Ba Island.
With 20 modern suites, Heritage Cruise Halong Bay is designed with a refined blend of tradition and modernity, creating a magnificent and artistic space. Furthermore, guests may make use of the high-class system of facilities on board: 03 bars, 02 restaurants, 02 lounges, a pool, an art gallery, etc.
Heritage Cruise Binh Chuan is a standout option for a Halong cruise, blending the spirit of indigenous culture with the wild beauty of the Gulf of Tonkin.Â
Why American tourists love Heritage Binh Chuan Cruise?
- One of the most luxurious boutique cruises to Lan Ha Bay and Cat Ba Island
- Beautifully artisanal products with an impressive art gallery
- Sumptuous facilities: 32 m² swimming pool, piano lounge, aesthetic library, etc.
- A culinary adventure with a standout royal-themed dinner
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Cabin Availability & Live Rates
Delta Suites
All 06 Delta Suites are on the 1st decks, each cabin is equipped with ornate local furniture and original art paintings to create authentic classical charms of French Indochina themes.
Ocean Suites
Located on the 2nd deck, 10 Ocean Suites have a delicate design, the suites are bright while equipped with sumptuous bedding and exquisite interiors.
Captain Suites
On the main deck, the 02 Captain Suites are designed with noted furnishing and prioritized services. They also have large private balconies.
Regal Suites
02 Regal Suites, with extraordinary architecture, is on the 2nd deck with an extended sitting area. The suite can be connected with an Ocean Suite (79m2 total). For a honeymoon couple, this is an optimal choice.
Sailing Itinerary & Activities
MorningÂ
8:00 - 8:30: This is the time for hotel pick-up in Hanoi and transfers to Halong Bay, only for those who book the shuttle bus (charged separately from the cruise's price, book in the next step).
11:45 - 12:30: Welcome you to Heritage Lounge at No.28 of Tuan Chau Marina, enjoy refreshments before boarding the cruise. Embark and enjoy a welcome drink as you receive a cruise briefing, safety instructions, and check-in to your suite.
Lunch is served at L’indochine Restaurant while the cruise travels leisurely to Lan Ha Bay. You may enjoy a tasty meal and admire the stunning view from the luxury restaurant.Â
Start your afternoon journey in Ba Trai Dao (Three Peaches) (depending on the weather) or Tra Bau. This unspoiled area has crystal-clear water and a magnificent landscape, which is ideal for you to take stunning photos. Guests can try kayaking or simply swimming in the crystal-clear waters of the bay for around 1 and a half hours.
Start your wonderful trip by kayaking in the emerald water of Tra BauÂ
After a fantastic time, we'll return to the boat to admire the stunning sunset from the sundeck with a cocktail on hand. Later, you can have afternoon tea and join an interesting Vietnamese cooking class with our chef.
Alternatively, you may join the Happy Hour (from 17:00 to 19:00) and enjoy the amazing scenery when the sun slowly dips under the horizon over the Gulf of Tonkin.
Enjoy a luxury royal-themed dinner with excellent local cuisine to fill back your energy. Afterward, it’s your leisure time to admire the night beauty of the bay, sip a cocktail, try your luck with squid fishing, or simply rest in your cabin after a long day.
Wake up all your senses with Vovinam training on the sundeck, a perfect activity to improve your health. After that, we can have a light breakfast in the restaurant.
You can choose a luxurious breakfast, especially served in the swimming pool on the 3rd floor (from 6:30 - 8:30). Note: Maximum for 2 groups of guests with under 6 guests for each group (with surcharge).
The next stop is the mysterious and beautiful Dark & Bright Cave. Let’s get on a bamboo boat tour to explore the mysterious cave and feel the beauty of the nature surrounding you.
Travelers can discover the charming Dark & Bright Cave on a rowing boat trip
After visiting the pretty cave, you'll return to Heritage Cruise Halong Bay to pack your luggage and prepare to check out at 9:00 - 9:30. Have brunch in the restaurant while the ship returns to the port.
10:30 - 11:30: Return to Tuan Chau Port and disembark the cruise. You can wait for the pick-up service in the waiting lounge.
If you book the transfer car (with an extra fee), you will reach your hotel in Hanoi around 14:30 - 15:00 at the end of the trip.
Important Notes
- PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
8:00 - 8:30: A driver will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter by limousine bus (book in the next step with an extra fee) and depart to Halong Bay - A Wonderful Heritage of the World.
11:45 - 12:30: You will get out of the car at the Heritage’s waiting lounge at Tuan Chau Port. Then transfer by speedboat to get to the main cruise. Get on board, enjoy your welcome drink as you receive cruise briefing and safety instructions, and check in your suite.
Lunch is served at L’Indochine Restaurant. Let’s taste the delicious meal and contemplate the magnificent sceneries made from the limestone mountains of Lan Ha Bay.
The cruise ship approaches the stunning Ba Trai Dao (if weather permits) or the Tra Bau. This secret hideaway has beaches, caves, and coves, plus the spectacular natural beauty of about 400 islands. You can try kayaking to discover the magnificent area or swim in the bay's crystal-clear water to chill out.
Tra Bau Area, where the clear sky, emerald sea, and majestic mountain blend harmoniously
After fantastic activities, travelers return to the boat to relax. You can take a dip in the pool, enjoy afternoon tea, or join an interesting Vietnamese cooking class.
The restaurant will offer a memorable dining experience with local food in an intimate and romantic setting. Enjoy evening views of the bay at the bar on the top deck (the bars are open until late), or try your hand at squid fishing.
Let's begin your new day with the Vovinam training, then enjoy some warm coffee, tea, and pastries before having a full breakfast at Le Tonkin restaurant.
Then, you'll get on a small dayboat to Viet Hai Village on Cat Ba Island. This unspoiled fishing village attracts many tourists who love to explore nature. You can ride a bicycle or travel by electric car through rice paddies to explore traditional old houses and the local life here.
Explore the Natural Viet Hai Village by cycling at your own pace
You also have a chance to have lunch at a local restaurant in Viet Hai Village. After a fulfilling meal, return to the cruise and continue the trip to Lan Ha Bay.
The next stop is the gorgeous Ba Trai Dao Islet, where you can explore the secret trail and beaches, enclosed by vertical cliffs (if the weather and tide permit). Or else, the ship will take you to Tra Bau for relaxing activities like swimming and kayaking.
Afterward, get back on board to admire the stunning sunset scenery from the cruise sundeck with some cocktails, and beer. Then, you can participate in an interesting cooking class and learn about Vietnamese cuisine.
The restaurant will offer memorable fine dining with tasty local food in a royal-themed setting for guests. Then, you may enjoy nightlife activities: admire the bay's night beauty, sip a cocktail, try night squid fishing, or rest in your cabin.
Using a day boat to travel on the 2nd day
Enjoy the last day and the incredible sunrise in the middle of the majestic bay on the sundeck, or exercise with vovinam training. Refill your energy with a light breakfast on board.
The last activity in this journey is exploring the gorgeous Dark and Bright Cave by bamboo boat. Let's enjoy the sparkling stalactites on the ceiling and feel the soul of the surrounding nature.
Themagnificent stalactites in all shapes and sizes inside the Dark Cave
After the cave excursion, return to Heritage Cruise Halong Bay, pack your luggage, and check out from 9:00 to 9:30. Enjoy a delicious brunch while cruising back to the mainland.
10:30 - 11:30: Get back to Tuan Chau Marina and disembark for your onward journey. While waiting for the pick-up service to your next destination, enjoy the comfort of our lounge.
For guests who have booked the limousine service (extra fee needed), a driver will pick you up to take you to your hotel in Hanoi. Around 14:00 - 14:30, we reach your hotel in Hanoi Old Quater. End of the journey!
Important Notes
- PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
8:00 - 8:30: If you booked the transfer service, pick it up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quater and get to Tuan Chau International Marina (additional surcharge needed).
12:00 - 12:30: You arrive at the harbor and check in at Heritage Cruise Louge, you will continue to move to the Heritage Binh Chuan cruise by speedboat.
Welcome drinks will be served to guests once they get on board. Let’s listen to the safety instructions from the captain before getting in your lavish cabin. Later, have a nice lunch at L'indochine restaurant while the boat sails in the magnificent sceneries of Lan Ha Bay.Â
Begin the list of must-try beach activities at the pretty Ba Trai Dao or the Tra Bau (depending on the weather). This hidden paradise has various beautiful beaches and caves, as well as the breathtaking natural beauty of various islands. In the bay's emerald waters, you may kayak, swim, or sunbathe on the white sandy beach.
Enjoy kayaking in the majestic Tra Bau Area and take photos as mementos
Back to the cruise in the late afternoon for a relaxing time and witness the majestic sunset with a cocktail. Later, relish a tea break and take part in the Vietnamese cooking class.
Enjoy the delicious cuisine in the romantic space of Le Tonkin on the 1st floor. After dinner, let's heal your soul with Lan Ha Bay scenery by night at the bar on the top deck, or try your fortune with squid fishing.
MorningÂ
To start your day, join a Vovinam class on the sundeck. This is also a great way to catch the spectacular dawn at Lan Ha Bay. After your morning exercise, a tasty breakfast with tea and coffee awaits you.
Guests move to the dayboat to transfer to the unspoiled Viet Hai Village on Cat Ba Island. Here, you may go cycling or travel by electric car through the rice fields and the lush forests. Moreover, you can visit traditional houses in a community deep within a national park to learn about their local life.
Travelers can choose to explore the unspoiled Viet Hai Village on e-carts or bicycles.
Lunch can be provided at Viet Hai Village or aboard the day boat. Feel free to unwind after your meal before getting ready for afternoon activities at Lan Ha Bay.
Depending on the weather, we will head to Ba Trai Dao or the Tra Bau region. Let's explore the hidden beauty of these untouched areas, complete with picturesque beaches and majestic islands. You may relieve your thoughts by kayaking and swimming in the bay's breathtaking landscape.
Spend a relaxing time in the crystal clear water of Ba Trai Dao Beach
The day boat takes guests back to the Heritage Cruise Halong Bay for refreshments. Afterward, visitors can watch the stunning sunset, enjoy some fresh cocktails, or join a cooking class to learn about Vietnamese dishes in the restaurant.
Have fine dining at the restaurant, then have free time. The bar is open until night. You can chit-chat with your friends or lovers with the endless beauty of Lan Ha Bay at night. Or else, try your luck with squid fishing.
You will move to the smaller dayboat for excursions on the 2nd day.
MorningÂ
You can start the day by watching the glorious sunrise on the sundeck or join a Vovinam session. Then, have a light breakfast to refill your energy and get ready for the next activity.
After breakfast, we will go by day boat to the Gia Luan Port and disembark to explore the largest island in the Gulf of Tonkin, Cat Ba.
Our driver and tour guide will meet you to drive you into the lush rainforest and scenic karst landscapes, where you will stop to visit the largest cave on the island, Trung Trang Cave, or Quan Y Cave, close to Cat Ba National Park. With millions of years of geological tectonics, there are countless natural stalactites in the cave, sparkling like starlight. This is also known as the "natural treasure" in Halong Bay.
The entrance to Trung Trang Cave, well-hidden in the lush forest of Cat Ba Island
The second highlight of the day is the trip to the local market in the center of Cat Ba Island. Guests can stroll around, enjoy some tasty food, interact with locals, or get themselves some souvenirs. After exploring, you will have lunch at a local restaurant on Cat Ba Island.
You can walk around the Cat Co beaches (optional) before heading back to the Gia Luan seaport. Your adventure on this beautiful island ends as you are transferred back to Heritage Cruises.
Later, go around Cai Beo port to take a speedboat to visit Lan Ha floating village - the largest floating village in the Gulf of Tonkin and enjoy the beauty of Lan Ha Bay.
Once you get back on board, travelers have free time to enjoy the swimming pool and sip cocktails at the Pool bar under the marvelous sunset of the bay. Other activities like cooking class, and happy hour still happen as the previous day.
Have a flavorful dinner at Le Tonkin restaurant. Enjoy the tranquil nighttime in Lan Ha Bay from the cruise bar with cocktails, or try squid fishing.
Using a Day boat for the trip on the 3rd day
Enjoy your last day on Heritage Cruise with Vovinam practice and admire the sunrise in this wonderful bay. Then, have breakfast with tea, coffee, and desserts to fill your stomach.
It’s time for guests to visit Dark & Bright Cave. Located in the bordering areas of Lan Ha Bay and Halong Bay, this cave is famous for its beautiful limestone structure and rich natural habitat. Let's feel the magnificent breath of wonderland by admiring the unique beauty of this cave on a bamboo boat.
Visit Dark & Bright Cave and sightsee the spectacular landscapes
You will back to the cruise later for the checkout process around 9:00 - 9:30, then enjoy brunch in the L'Indochien restaurant while cruising back to Tuan Chau Pier.
11:00: Get back to Tuan Chau Marina, disembark, and say goodbye to the crew. While waiting for the pick-up service (book with an extra fee), you can enjoy the comfort of Heritage Lounge.
For those who use the transfer service, a driver will pick you up to take you back to Hanoi. Arrive at your hotel in the Old Quarter at approximately 14:00 - 14:30. End of the trip.
Important Notes
- PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
Upon landing at Noi Bai International Airport, meet your driver and transfer to Heritage Ham Long Hotel & Spa on Ham Long Street in central Hanoi.
Check-in procedures will follow. please note that rooms are typically available from 14:00, with early check-in possible for an additional fee. The rest of the day is yours to relax or explore at your own pace.
Relax in the Deluxe Room in Heritage Ham Long Hotel
You can enjoy the comfort of the 5-star Heritage Ham Long. Enjoy modern facilities and personalized services, including a rooftop pool, a fitness center, bars, spa & sauna rooms, etc.
Depending on your arrival time, you may choose to wander the lively streets of Hanoi independently or join one of our optional experiences in and around the city.
Optional Experiences:
Hanoi Street Food Walking Tour From US$35/pax
If you’re interested in adding a cuisine journey through the Old Quarter, simply reach out to our travel consultants for assistance.
Start your day with a nice breakfast at Heritage Ham Long Hotel & Spa, and then you will have the whole day free to discover the charming beauty of Hanoi.
You can spend your leisure time exploring Hanoi on your own, or join an optional Hanoi half-day city tour (from US$45/pax) to see the highlights such as Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, One Pillar Pagoda, Temple of Literature, etc.
Afterward, return to the hotel in the evening to relax and prepare for a heritage journey to Lan Ha Bay the next day.
Spend your free day exploring the most famous sights in Hanoi.Â
8:00 - 8:30: After breakfast, begin your journey with a transfer to Tuan Chau Marina if you’ve booked the shuttle service. Upon arrival, enjoy refreshments at the Heritage Cruise Binh Chuan lounge before boarding the boat.
11:30 - 12:30: Board Heritage Cruises, receive a welcome drink, and attend a brief cruise orientation with safety instructions before checking in to your suite.
As the cruise sets sail, admire the stunning limestone landscapes of Lan Ha Bay and the Cat Ba Archipelago, a remote and untouched route not frequented by many boats. Later, you'll enjoy a nice lunch at L’Indochine Restaurant.
The cruise approaches Ba Trai Dao (Three Peach Beaches) or the Tra Bau area (from May to Sep). These areas offer secluded beaches, hidden caves, and crystal-clear waters perfect for kayaking or swimming.
Kayak in the most stunning parts of Lan Ha Bay.
Return to the vessel to relax in your suite or onboard. Afternoon activities include a Vietnamese cooking class and afternoon tea, while guests can enjoy Happy Hour and watch the sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin.
Dinner is a memorable experience at Le Tonkin Restaurant, featuring local dishes in an intimate and romantic setting.
Evening entertainment includes top-deck bar views, night squid fishing, or enjoying movies and karaoke on the third deck. Bars remain open late for your enjoyment.
Morning & Afternoon
Start the day active with a session of Vovinam on the sundeck. Then, you have a light breakfast on board, or choose a luxurious breakfast specially served at the swimming pool on the 3rd floor (maximum 2 groups, up to 6 guests, with a surcharge).
Then, we head off in a bamboo boat to explore the majestic Dark & Bright Cave area. Let's admire the sparkling stalactites on the ceiling and feel the soul of the surrounding nature.
Travelers return to the boat for checkout around 9:00 and then enjoy brunch while cruising back to the mainland.
11:00: Disembark at Tuan Chau Marina for your onward journey. If you booked the transfer service (extra fee needed), the chauffeur will take you to your hotel in Hanoi approximately at 14:30.Â
Your Heritage Journey for 4 days and 3 nights ends here. Hope you'll have the best time on your onward tour.
Important Notes
- PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
Facilities on Board
- Sky Bar & Outdoor Lounge
- Restaurant
- Sundeck
- Spa & Massage
Booking Policy
Clear details on what is included, excluded, and cancellation terms
Price Includes
- Welcome drink
- Speedboat transfer
- Fresh seasonal fruit, snacks and nuts, watermbottle, tea & coffee in rooms
- All meals included. Two days/one night: 1 lunch, 1 fine dining dinner, 1 breakfast and 1 brunch de luxe
- Music, bars and art gallery
- Cookery and tea/cocktail demonstrations
- Vovinam session, games, gym, swimming pool, library.
- Outdoor Lounge, Song Hong Lounge, Pool Bar, Le Tonkin Restaurant & Bar, L’indochine Restaurant & Bar.
- Beach activities such as swimming, kayaking, bamboo boating, caving, squid fishing.
- All cabins with bathtubs & showers, private balcony with full ocean views.
- English-speaking experience manager and cruise director on board.
- Free Wi-Fi
- All sightseeing tickets
- Service charges and government tax
Price Excludes
- Pick-up, drop-off and transfer services (Book in next step)
- Airfares
- Personal expenses
- Other services
Cancellation Policy
Free Cancellation: If your cancellation is made up to 7 days before your departure date, you won't be charged any fee.
3 to 7 days before departure: 50% charge of the total booking cost.
Less than 3 days before departure: 100% charge of the total booking cost.
Policy is applied separately for each cruise, please see cruise details or contact our travel consultant for more information.
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