DAY 1: HANOI – HA LONG BAY

08:15: Transfer from Hanoi to Halong Bay

12:00: Arrive at Ancora cruise Lounge on Tuan Chau island

12:45: Board the boat and start your journey. Enjoy welcome drinks during the itinerary and safety briefing from Cruise Manager

13:00: Let the vacation begin with a set lunch as the boat cruises towards the southeast of Halong Bay, passing Fighting- Cock and Finger Islet.

14:30: Explore Surprise cave, one of the biggest caves in Ha Long Bay with beautiful stalactites

15:15: Swim or hike on Titov Island

16:00: Optional onboard activities traditional spa extra charge, sunbathing on board

17:30: Traditional Vietnamese cooking and fruit carving demonstration on sundeck (or in the restaurant in case of inclement weather) while boat cruises to overnight anchorage area

19:30: Set menu dinner is served in the restaurant

21:00: Relax in your cabin or join our staff at the reception for squid fishing

Overnight on board Ancora cruise

DAY 2: HALONG BAY

06:15: Start off your day with a Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck

07:00: Enjoy breakfast while the boat cruises further through the beauty of Ha Long Bay.

08:30: Transfer to a Day Boat passing to Dau Nguoi, Hien Ngua Islets

09:30: Visit Dark lagoon. Kayak or swimming near Trong Cave area

11:30: Return to the boat to relax on board.

12:30: Enjoy lunch when it heads toward Halong Bay.

14:30: Visit pearl farm or Me Cung cave

15:30: Enjoy sunset party

16:20: Back to the main boat

17:30: Traditional Vietnamese cooking and fruit carving demonstration on sundeck (or in the restaurant in case of inclement weather) while boat cruises to overnight anchorage area.

19:30: Dinner is served in the restaurant.

21:00: Relax in your cabin or join our staff at the reception for squid fishing.

Overnight on board Ancora cruise

DAY 3: HALONG BAY – HANOI

06:15: Start your day with a Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck

07:00: Light breakfast is served. The vesel weighs anchor to cruise through more of Ha Long Bay

07:45: Visit Luon Cave area by bamboo boat or kayaking

09:00: Brunch is served in the restaurant while the boat heads back to the harbour

10:45: Disembark at Tuan Chau Marina

11:00: Transfer from Halong Bay to Hanoi. Tour ends.

Notes

• Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather, tide levels and operating conditions without prior notice. Swimming or kayaking excursions may be cancelled due to poor weather.
• Meals on board are fusion: Vietnamese, seafood & international. Guests should advise of any special food preferences, allergies or dietary requirements at least one (01) day prior to the cruise date.
• Advance registration is required with your full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport number and visa expiration date for all passengers. A valid passport is required upon check-in. Otherwise, boarding may be denied by port authority.
• Wi-Fi is available onboard free of charge. However, regular interruption is expected due to nature of internet signal at sea.

Ancora Cruise

Low season: From 01/6/2019 – 30/9/2019

High season: From 01/10/2019 – 30/4/2020

Inclusions:

• Luxury Ancora cruise through Halong Bay
• Shuttle bus service Hanoi – Halong – Hanoi
• All meals on board
• Welcome drink & cold handkerchief
• English speaking guide
• Entrance and all sightseeing fees
• Kayak service
• Insurance on board
• Service charge & government prevailing tax.

Exclusions:

• All airfares, other transfers, other hotels and visa arrangements
• Massage service
• Beverages
• Personal expenses
• All services not clearly included
• VAT