Victory Star Cruise

Morning

8:00 - 8:30: Travelers who book the transfer service (book in the next step with an additional fee) will be picked up at the hotel in Hanoi Old Quater then start the journey to Halong International Cruise Port.

11:30 - 12:15: Arrive at the Harbor. Transfer by tender to the Victory Star Cruise. Check in and enjoy a welcome drink while listening to a short cruise briefing afterward.

Enjoy lunch while cruising to magnificent Halong Bay - one of the seven Wonders of the World, and admire the fascinating scenery of the limestone islands.

Afternoon

Visit Sung Sot Cave, one of the biggest caves in Halong Bay, with thousands of stalactites and stalagmites along the 500-meter paved passage. Take a look at the colorful view inside, with several lights illuminating various hidden shapes of the rock formations.

Then, you will have time to swim in the emerald water at Titop Island and admire the natural view here. Hiking to the top of the island is also recommended for travelers who want to have a panoramic scenery of the bay.

Return to the cruise in the late afternoon and join the sunset cocktail party with desserts and snacks. Or else, you can participate in the cooking class to try to make Spring Rolls.

Evening

Savour a delicious seafood dinner in the dining room on board, then have leisure time at night.

You can take part in some amusing activities such as squid fishing, singing karaoke, playing board games, and then relax in your cabin.

Morning

Let’s wake up early and enjoy the majestic sunrise on the bay and practice a Tai Chi session to exercise on the sundeck.

Get ready for the day with a nice breakfast with coffee, tea, and pastries in the restaurant.

Begin your tour with a Luon Cave excursion on bamboo rowing boats, or try kayaking if you like. Inside this cave is an ecosystem with lush plants, fragrant orchids, monkeys, and rich marine life underwater that will amaze every guest.

After the fantastic cave tour, return on board for refreshments and check out your cabin around 9:15. 

Victory Cruise starts cruising toward the port. Enjoy your remaining time in Halong Bay with a buffet brunch in the dining room.

10:45 - 11:00: Disembark the cruise. You can wait for your driver in the waiting lounge at the pier.

Afternoon

Get on the transfer (book in the next step with an additional fee) and get back to Hanoi via highway. You will arrive at your hotel in the Old Quater around 15:00 - 15:30. Trip ends.

Morning

If you use the transfer service (book in the next step with an additional fee), prepare your belongings and get picked up at approximately 8:00 - 8:30 for the trip to Halong Bay.

11:30 - 12:15: Arrive at Halong International Cruise Port. Embark on Victory Star Cruise, check-in, and enjoy a welcome drink while listening to the cruise briefing.

Enjoy a warm lunch while cruising to the magnificent Halong Bay. Admire fascinating rock formations rising from water from the sea-view windows.

Afternoon

Travel to Sung Sot Cave. Despite having a small gate, the cave amazed visitors with its giant inner space, which probably explains the name (Surprising in English). Time to take many pictures of the outstanding stalagmites and stalactites that come in many shapes and sizes.

Afterward, Swim in the clear water on Titop Island to refresh yourself or hike to the island’s top to witness the panoramic view of the bay. Don’t miss this chance to take one-of-a-kind pictures.

Return to the boat and participate in the pre-dinner cocktail party to compliment the marvelous Halong sunset with snacks.

Guests can join the cooking class on the sundeck. Here, you will learn how to prepare a simple and tasty Vietnamese dish called Spring rolls.

Evening

After an active day, reward yourself with a delicious set dinner in the dining room.

It’s time to relax and enjoy the fresh air of Halong Bay or go squid fishing. Spend overnight on board.

Morning

For early risers, let’s get on the sundeck to witness the glorious sunrise of Halong Bay. Having a light breakfast with coffee, tea, and pastries in the restaurant later

You should pack lightly (swimwear, clothes, sunscreen, shoes, flip-flops) as there will be many different activities during the day.

Transfer to a day boat to go deeper into the bay and explore the well-known attractions.

Enjoy exploring the pretty Trinh Nu Cave then have a nice kayak through its serene water. This place is famous for its legendary story about a couple and is considered a symbol of love.

Afterward, you can swim or sunbathe in the green and pristine water of Lan Ha Bay to relax.

Get back on the day boat for a nice lunch while the cruise is sailing to the pearl farm.

Afternoon

Join an excursion to Halong Pearl Farm to experience the pearl-growing process on the bay. Listen to the guide and learn how local people made and cultivated it.  

Return to Victory Star, have a pre-dinner cocktail party for refreshments, and then join a cooking class to make tasty Vietnamese Spring rolls.

Evening

Visit the restaurant for a nice dinner after a long day, then be free afterward.

You can join the nighttime activities on board, like playing board games and fishing squid, or have a relaxing massage session.

Morning

Unwind with a Tai Chi session on the last day and enjoy the breathtaking sunrise moment of Halong Bay. 

Refill your energy by going to the restaurant for breakfast with coffee, tea, and pastries.

Explore the stunning Luon Cave on bamboo rowing boats or kayaks. This is a perfect chance to immerse in nature and relax in the peaceful atmosphere. You can also explore the self-contained lake inside a closed arch-shaped mountain at this destination.

Get back on board to check out of your cabin from 9:15. Later, have buffet brunch in the restaurant while Victory Star cruises back to the mainland.

10:45 - 11:00: Arrive at the Halong Harbor. Disembark the boat. Let’s say goodbye to the friendly staff.

Afternoon

Wait for your driver at the pier, get in the shuttle transfer (book in the next step with an additional fee), and travel back to Hanoi. You will reach your destination around 15:00 - 15:30. End of the trip.