Le Journey Elegance Cruise Halong Bay

Le Journey Elegance Cruise 2 Days – 1 Night Trip Highlights

• Cruise through spectacular limestone karsts of Ha Long – Lan Ha Bay
• Scenic lunch while sailing through peaceful bay waters
• Kayaking and swimming at Tra Bau Area
• Sunset Party with panoramic views from the sundeck
• Vietnamese spring roll cooking class onboard
• Gala dinner with evening cultural performances
• Sunrise Tai Chi session on the sundeck
• Explore Dark & Bright Cave by kayak or bamboo boat

07:45 – 08:30 | Pick-up time
Shuttle pick-up from your hotel in Hanoi’s Old Quarter for transfer to Ha Long – Lan Ha Bay (for
guests who have booked limousine or shuttle services).

11:30 – 12:00 | Arrive at Tuan Chau Port
Check-in at the Waiting Lounge Le Journey Cruises at No.12 Tuan Chau Harbor.

12:30 | Transfer to Le Journey Elegance Cruise
Board the transfer boat to Le Journey Elegance Cruise. A welcome drink is served as you check in,
and the Cruise Manager gives a safety briefing and an introduction to the cruise schedule.

13:20 | Enjoy a delightful lunch
Savor a delicious lunch whilst enjoying the majestic views of Lan Ha Bay – an extension of Halong
Wonder which is much quieter and has fewer tourists. We will pass the famous Turtle Islet, Candle
Islet and thousands of uniquely shaped limestone towers and islands.

15:30 | Explore Dark & Bright Cave
The cruise will take you to the Dark & Bright Cave area, one of the most scenic spots in Lan Ha Bay.
Here, you can explore the cave by kayak or traditional bamboo boat rowed by locals, gliding through
a tranquil lagoon surrounded by towering limestone cliffs and lush greenery.

17:00 – 18:00 | Sunset Party and Cooking Class
Return to Le Journey Elegance Cruise for a Sunset Party. Join our HAPPY HOUR: Buy 02 get 01
drink while enjoying the amazing scenery while watching the sunset over the sundeck.
Cooking Class: The chef will guide you in making Traditional Vietnamese Fresh Spring rolls,
which you’ll get to savor afterward.

19:15 | Gala Dinner on the sundeck (weather permitting)
A romantic candlelit dinner served on the Sundeck (depends on weather conditions) featuring
gourmet Vietnamese cuisine crafted by the cruise’s 5-star chefs. After dinner, you can participate in
activities such as watching a traditional Ao Dai performance and Bamboo Dancing.

20:00 – 22:00 | SPECIAL EVENING ACTIVITIES
After dinner, you will enjoy the peaceful view of the Bay at night on the deck. You can also
participate in evening activities such as herbal foot bath (free) and enjoy drinks at Sky Bar
(chargeable), massage (chargeable) and participate in the squid fishing program at the boat.

22:00 | Overnight on board Le Journey Elegance Cruise
End of the first day’s itinerary on board.

06:15 | Taichi session
Start your day with a Taichi session on the sundeck, taking in the tranquility of the bay. For a
chance to see the sunrise, wake up between 5:30 – 6:00 AM, with guidance from the crew.

06:30 | Light breakfast at the restaurant
Enjoy light breakfast with tea, coffee, and pastries as the cruise heads to the next destination.
08:00 | Explore Tra Bau Area
The cruise will take you to “Tra Bau” to enjoy kayaking and swimming. This is a famous filming
location for the movie Kong: Skull Island in Quang Ninh in 2018

09:00 | Return to the Le Journey Elegance Cruise

09:15 | Check-out time
Complete the check-out procedures, and return your room key to the reception.

09:30 | Early lunch at the restaurant
A brunch is served as the cruise heads back to the harbor. Relax on the sundeck, taking in the
serenity of the UNESCO World Heritage site.

10:40 | Return to Tuan Chau Port
A transfer boat will return you to the Tuan Chau Harbor Waiting Lounge. You using shuttle bus
may opt for a cycling tour on Tuan Chau Island after check-out. End of the tour.

CRUISE INCLUSIONS:

• All meals as mentioned in the itinerary
  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner
  • Welcome drink and daily fresh fruit
• Kayaking and all water activity equipment
• English-speaking cruise guide
• Cave entrance fees
• Accommodation in selected cabin type

CRUISE EXCLUSIONS:

• International and domestic flights
• Travel insurance
• Personal expenses and tips
• Alcoholic beverages (available for purchase)
• Spa treatments

• The cruise itinerary might be changed due to weather and other conditions without prior
• Swimming or kayaking activities may be not possible due to bad Unused services are not subjected to a refund.
• Meals onboard are served with seafood, Vietnamese and international style. Any special request for food preference, allergies or dietary requirements should be informed at least 2 days before the departure date.
• Advanced registration is required with full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport number and the visa expiration date is required for all
• Wifi is available in the restaurant/bar area only, internet connectivity is limited due to the geography of Ha Long bay

• Check-in on board: 12:00. Check-out: 11:30. Return to Hanoi: around 15:00 – 15:30.
• Holiday surcharge: US$32 per adult (US$24 per child aged 5–10) for nights on 24/12 and 31/12; US$8 per adult (US$6 per child aged 5–10) on 30/12 and the first three days of Lunar New Year. Children under 5: free.
• Hanoi transfer (round trip, per person): limousine bus US$18, limousine D-car (10 seats) US$24, coach (29/34 seats) US$14. Pick-up at hotels in the Hanoi Old Quarter 07:30 – 08:45; the bus waits only 5 minutes at each stop. Children under 3 sharing a seat: free; from 3 years: adult price.
• On the second day of the 3 days 2 nights itinerary you travel on a day boat and do not have access to the main ship and your cabin until later in the afternoon.

Cabin occupancy: each cabin takes up to 2 adults and 1 child under 11. Families of three can book the Junior Suite Triple or the Panorama Suite.

Children:

• Under 5 years: free for one child sharing the cabin with parents. A second child under 5 in the same cabin pays 75% of the adult rate (with an extra bed).
• From 5 to 10 years: 75% of the adult rate.
• 11 years and above: charged as an adult. Age is counted by year of birth.

Cancellation – individual bookings (fewer than 5 cabins):

• 15 days or more before departure: free of charge
• 5 to 14 days before departure: 50% of the booking value
• Less than 5 days before departure or no-show: 100% of the booking value

Any change that reduces the number of guests or changes the date, cabin type or booking value is treated as a cancellation. Groups of 5 cabins or more and charters follow a separate policy – please contact us.

If the Ha Long Bay authorities do not allow the cruise to sail: lunch on board without cruising the bay is charged US$16 per guest and the balance refunded; a 3-day programme of which only 2 days are used is charged as a 2 days 1 night cruise.

Le Journey Elegance Cruise 3 Days – 2 Nights Trip Highlights

• Cruise through spectacular limestone karsts of Ha Long – Lan Ha Bay
• Explore Dark & Bright Cave by kayak or bamboo boat
• Sunset Party with panoramic bay views on the sundeck
• Vietnamese spring roll cooking class
• Gala dinner with cultural performances onboard
• Cycling through peaceful Viet Hai Village
• Swim or kayak at Ba Trai Dao Beach
• Kayaking and swimming at Tra Bau Area

07:45 – 08:30 | Pick-up time
Shuttle pick-up from your hotel in Hanoi’s Old Quarter for transfer to Ha Long – Lan Ha Bay (for guests who have booked limousine or shuttle services).

11:30 – 12:00 | Arrive at Tuan Chau Port
Check-in at the Waiting Lounge Le Journey Cruises at No.12 Tuan Chau Harbor.

12:30 | Transfer to Le Journey Elegance Cruise
Board the transfer boat to Le Journey Elegance Cruise. A welcome drink is served as you check in, and the Cruise Manager gives a safety briefing and an introduction to the cruise schedule.

13:20 | Enjoy a delightful lunch
Savor a delicious lunch whilst enjoying the majestic views of Lan Ha Bay – an extension of Halong Wonder which is much quieter and has fewer tourists. We will pass the famous Turtle Islet, Candle Islet and thousands of uniquely shaped limestone towers and islands.

15:30 | Explore Dark & Bright Cave

The cruise will take you to the Dark & Bright Cave area, one of the most scenic spots in Lan Ha Bay. Here, you can explore the cave by kayak or traditional bamboo boat rowed by locals, gliding through a tranquil lagoon surrounded by towering limestone cliffs and lush greenery.

17:00 – 18:00 | Sunset Party and Cooking Class
Return to Le Journey Elegance Cruise for a Sunset Party. Join our HAPPY HOUR: Buy 02 get 01 drink while enjoying the amazing scenery while watching the sunset over the sundeck.
Cooking Class: The chef will guide you in making Traditional Vietnamese Fresh Spring rolls, which you’ll get to savor afterward.

19:15 | Gala Dinner on the sundeck (weather permitting)

A romantic candlelit dinner is served on the sundeck, depending on weather conditions, featuring gourmet Vietnamese cuisine crafted by the cruise’s 5-star chefs. After dinner, guests can enjoy the mini show “Footsteps of Heritage” and join in Bamboo Dancing.

20:00 – 22:00 | SPECIAL EVENING ACTIVITIES
After dinner, you will enjoy the peaceful view of the Bay at night on the deck. You can also participate in evening activities such as herbal foot bath (free) and enjoy drinks at Sky Bar (chargeable), massage (chargeable) and participate in the squid fishing program at the boat.

22:00 | Overnight on board Le Journey Elegance Cruise
End of the first day’s itinerary on board.

06:15 | Taichi session
Start your day with a Taichi session on the sundeck, or wake early (5:30-6:00) for sunrise experience.

06:30 | Enjoy a Light Breakfast at the Restaurant
Enjoy a light breakfast with tea, coffee, and pastries as the cruise heads to the next destination.

07:30 – 08:45 | Explore Cat Ba Island – Lan Ha Bay
The transfer boat will take guests across Lan Ha Bay to the Viet Hai village. From there, guests will enjoy a short 5km bike ride to Viet Hai Village—a small, secluded village nestled within ancient forests and surrounded by the towering mountains of Cat Ba National Park. This area has become popular among foreign visitors but has yet to attract the majority of tourists, preserving its untouched, pristine charm.

12:00 | Enjoy Lunch
Return to the transfer boat for lunch at the onboard restaurant.

14:00 | Swimming at Ba Trai Dao Beach
The transfer boat will take guests to a secluded beach area, very peaceful and with few tourists. Ba Trai Dao Beach – the most beautiful beach in Lan Ha Bay – features soft white sands, where you can freely swim or enjoy kayaking activities.

15:00 | Return to Le Journey Elegance Cruise
Back on Le Journey Elegance, where guests can enjoy a dip in the swimming pool on the third deck and admire the stunning sunset over Lan Ha Bay or experience therapeutic massage services right on board.

17:00 – 18:00 | Sunset Party, Cooking Class
Participate in 2 activities: Sunset Party & Cooking Class. Join our HAPPY HOUR: Buy 02 get 01 drink while enjoying the amazing scenery while watching the sunset over the sundeck.

19:00 | Gala Dinner on the Sundeck
A romantic candlelit dinner served on the Sundeck (depends on weather conditions) featuring gourmet Vietnamese cuisine crafted by the cruise’s 5-star chefs. After dinner, you can participate in activities such as watching a traditional Ao Dai performance and Bamboo Dancing.

20:00 – 22:00 | SPECIAL ACTIVITIES
Unwind under the tranquil night sky of Lan Ha Bay. Enjoy complimentary herbal foot bath (one free packet/room) or a drink at the Sky Bar (additional cost). Indulge in a night massage or join in a fun squid fishing activity.

22:00 | Overnight on board Le Journey Elegance
The cruise will anchor in a quiet resting area for the night.

06:15 | Taichi session
Start your day with a Taichi session on the sundeck, taking in the tranquility of the bay. For a chance to see the sunrise, wake up between 5:30 – 6:00 AM, with guidance from the crew.

06:30 | Light breakfast at the restaurant
Enjoy light breakfast with tea, coffee, and pastries as the cruise heads to the next destination.

08:00 | Explore Tra Bau Area

The cruise will take you to Tra Bau Area to enjoy kayaking and swimming. This scenic area is known as one of the filming locations associated with Kong: Skull Island in Quang Ninh.

09:00 | Return to the Le Journey Elegance Cruise

09:15 | Check-out time
Complete the check-out procedures, and return your room key to the reception.

09:30 | Early lunch at the restaurant
A brunch is served as the cruise heads back to the harbor. Relax on the sundeck, taking in the serenity of the UNESCO World Heritage site.

10:40 | Return to Tuan Chau Port
A transfer boat will return you to the Tuan Chau Harbor Waiting Lounge. End of the tour.

Note: Schedule may vary due to weather or travel conditions without prior notice.

CRUISE INCLUSIONS:

• All meals as mentioned in the itinerary
  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner
  • Welcome drink and daily fresh fruit
• Kayaking and all water activity equipment
• English-speaking cruise guide
• Cave entrance fees
• Accommodation in selected cabin type

CRUISE EXCLUSIONS:

• International and domestic flights
• Travel insurance
• Personal expenses and tips
• Alcoholic beverages (available for purchase)
• Spa treatments

• The cruise itinerary might be changed due to weather and other conditions without prior
• Swimming or kayaking activities may be not possible due to bad Unused services are not subjected to a refund.
• Meals onboard are served with seafood, Vietnamese and international style. Any special request for food preference, allergies or dietary requirements should be informed at least 2 days before the departure date.
• Advanced registration is required with full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport number and the visa expiration date is required for all
• Wifi is available in the restaurant/bar area only, internet connectivity is limited due to the geography of Ha Long bay

• Check-in on board: 12:00. Check-out: 11:30. Return to Hanoi: around 15:00 – 15:30.
• Holiday surcharge: US$32 per adult (US$24 per child aged 5–10) for nights on 24/12 and 31/12; US$8 per adult (US$6 per child aged 5–10) on 30/12 and the first three days of Lunar New Year. Children under 5: free.
• Hanoi transfer (round trip, per person): limousine bus US$18, limousine D-car (10 seats) US$24, coach (29/34 seats) US$14. Pick-up at hotels in the Hanoi Old Quarter 07:30 – 08:45; the bus waits only 5 minutes at each stop. Children under 3 sharing a seat: free; from 3 years: adult price.
• On the second day of the 3 days 2 nights itinerary you travel on a day boat and do not have access to the main ship and your cabin until later in the afternoon.

Cabin occupancy: each cabin takes up to 2 adults and 1 child under 11. Families of three can book the Junior Suite Triple or the Panorama Suite.

Children:

• Under 5 years: free for one child sharing the cabin with parents. A second child under 5 in the same cabin pays 75% of the adult rate (with an extra bed).
• From 5 to 10 years: 75% of the adult rate.
• 11 years and above: charged as an adult. Age is counted by year of birth.

Cancellation – individual bookings (fewer than 5 cabins):

• 15 days or more before departure: free of charge
• 5 to 14 days before departure: 50% of the booking value
• Less than 5 days before departure or no-show: 100% of the booking value

Any change that reduces the number of guests or changes the date, cabin type or booking value is treated as a cancellation. Groups of 5 cabins or more and charters follow a separate policy – please contact us.

If the Ha Long Bay authorities do not allow the cruise to sail: lunch on board without cruising the bay is charged US$16 per guest and the balance refunded; a 3-day programme of which only 2 days are used is charged as a 2 days 1 night cruise.