Cycad – Bai Tu Long Cruise 2 Days 1 Night (2D1N)

Morning traffic in Hanoi fades in the rear-view mirror as you trade honking scooters for river landscapes, green paddies, and the promise of wide water ahead.

✨ What You’ll Experience
You leave Hanoi after breakfast, settling into a comfortable seat as the city slowly dissolves into countryside and the first limestone hills appear on the horizon. At Halong International Port, the sight of your Indochine-style boutique boat waiting against a backdrop of karst silhouettes sets the tone: this will be intimate, elegant, and unhurried. A welcome drink in hand, you watch as Cycad Bai Tu Long Cruise glides away from the marina and into the quieter reaches of Bai Tu Long Bay, where the water grows calmer and the number of boats thins out. After a generous lunch, the afternoon unfolds into cave exploration at Thien Canh Son, kayaking and swimming in jade-green coves, and a slow golden-hour sail to Cong Do. As twilight falls, sunset canapés, lobster dinner, and soft Vietnamese melodies create an atmosphere that feels more like a floating boutique hotel than a standard cruise.

🕒 Your Day at a Glance

• 🚐 08:00 – 08:30 – Be picked up at your Hanoi hotel; sink into your seat as the guide shares stories of Halong Bay and the quieter beauty of Bai Tu Long Bay while the city slips away behind you.
• ☕ 09:30 – 10:30 – Watch everyday North Vietnam life unfold outside the window — roadside markets, small temples, coffee shops — and enjoy a quick rest stop to stretch, sip coffee, or try a local snack.
• ⚓ 11:45 – 12:00 – Arrive at Halong International Port, feel the salty breeze, and catch your first glimpse of Cycad Bai Tu Long Cruise moored among the islands.
• 🥂 12:15 – 12:45 – Board the tender, step aboard the cruise, receive a cool welcome drink and a short safety briefing before checking into your cozy, wood-paneled cabin overlooking Bai Tu Long Bay.
• 🍽️ 13:00 – 14:15 – Enjoy a leisurely buffet lunch as the boat glides deeper into the bay; limestone peaks and hidden coves slowly surround you while conversation softens and cameras come out.
• 🪨 15:00 – 15:45 – Disembark at Thien Canh Son Cave, follow stone steps up to the cavern, and wander through shimmering rock formations before stepping out to a viewpoint that frames the bay like a painting.
• 🛶 16:00 – 17:00 – Slide into a kayak and paddle along the base of towering karsts; pause to float in silence or slip into the water for an invigorating swim in a quiet corner of Bai Tu Long Bay near Cong Do.
• 🌇 17:15 – 18:30 – Return to Cycad Bai Tu Long Cruise, shower, change into something light, and head up to the sundeck for sunset canapés as the sky turns peach and the islands become silhouettes.
• 🦞 19:00 – 20:15 – Settle into the dining room for a refined set-menu dinner featuring lobster and carefully plated Vietnamese dishes, each course paired with the gentle rocking of the boat.
• 🎶 20:30 – Late – Enjoy a relaxed evening with soft music, a drink on deck, or simply the sound of water lapping against the hull before retreating to your cabin to fall asleep with the curtains slightly open to the night bay.

✅ Inclusions: Shared shuttle Hanoi – Halong (if selected), welcome drink, lunch & lobster dinner, cave visit at Thien Canh Son, kayaking & swimming, sunset canapés (drinks extra), evening cultural ambiance, English-speaking guide, onboard insurance, bay entrance & sightseeing fees.

🏨 Overnight: Cycad Bai Tu Long Cruise, boutique balcony or ocean-view cabin anchored around Cong Do in Bai Tu Long Bay.

Soft light spills over the water as you step onto the sundeck, the bay still half-asleep and your day beginning with slow breaths and moving silhouettes of islands in the mist.

✨ What You’ll Experience
Wake to the gentle sway of Bai Tu Long Bay and join a sunrise Tai Chi session as the sky moves from pastel grey to soft gold. A light breakfast keeps the mood easy before you head by tender to Vung Vieng Fishing Village, where wooden houses float on calm water and the pace of life seems to move at half-speed. As a local rower guides your bamboo boat through the village, you glimpse fish farms, simple shrines, and the remains of a community that has lived with the tides for generations. Back on Cycad Bai Tu Long Cruise, you enjoy a final Vietnamese lunch while the boat traces a different route back toward Halong International Port, giving you new angles of the karst formations. By mid-afternoon, you are dropped back at your Hanoi hotel, relaxed, sun-warmed, and quietly changed by two days of water, light, and silence.

🕒 Your Day at a Glance

• 🧘 06:15 – 06:45 – Join Tai Chi on the sundeck as the first light reveals layered silhouettes of islands around Cong Do; breathe in cool sea air and let your body wake slowly.
• 🥐 07:00 – 07:30 – Enjoy a light breakfast of pastries, fresh fruit, and coffee or tea while watching small fishing boats move through the morning calm of Bai Tu Long Bay.
• ⛴️ 07:45 – 08:00 – Board the tender and cruise toward Vung Vieng Fishing Village, where the sound of the motor fades and the bay seems to grow even quieter.
• 🛶 08:00 – 09:00 – Step into a bamboo rowboat with a local boatman, gliding past floating houses, fish pens, and simple jetties as you listen to stories about life lived on the water in Vung Vieng.
• 📸 09:00 – 09:30 – Return to Cycad Bai Tu Long Cruise, take final photos from the bow or sundeck, and enjoy a last lingering look at the karsts before the boat turns back toward the port.
• 🧳 09:30 – 10:00 – Pack your bags, settle your onboard bill, and check out of your cabin, keeping a small day bag with you for the remaining time onboard.
• 🍜 10:00 – 11:00 – Savor a farewell Vietnamese set-menu lunch, tasting homely flavors and regional dishes while the islands gently fall behind the boat.
• ⚓ 11:15 – 11:30 – Disembark at Halong International Port, say goodbye to the crew, and meet your driver or shuttle for the journey back to Hanoi.
• 🚐 11:45 – 15:00 – Relax in the vehicle; doze, scroll through photos, or simply watch the countryside roll by before being dropped off at your Hanoi Old Quarter or central hotel.

✅ Inclusions: Tai Chi session, light breakfast, bamboo-boat visit at Vung Vieng Fishing Village, farewell Vietnamese lunch, tender transfers, English-speaking guide, shuttle Halong – Hanoi (if selected), insurance, sightseeing fees.

🏨 Overnight: — Trip ends at your Hanoi hotel (ViettrendTour can arrange extra nights, airport transfers, or add-ons such as Ninh Binh Tours or Sapa Tours on request).

Cozy sea-view retreat for travelers who want comfort at a smart price.
📍 Deck: 2
🛏 Bed: Twin 1m x 2m or King 2m x 2m
🛋 Balcony: No — large picture windows only
🛁 Bath: Hot bathtub + shower
👀 View: Framed sea-view window
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Occupancy: 2 adults (max 2 + 1 extra bed)
🔢 Number of cabins: 02
✨ Why it’s special: Best-value category — compact, bright, and ideal for guests who spend more time exploring than in the room.

Elegant first-deck hideaway with warm Indochine touches.
📍 Deck: 1 (calm & close to the water)
🛏 Bed: Twin 1m x 2m or King 2m x 2m
🛋 Balcony: Yes — private outdoor space
🛁 Bath: Hot bathtub + shower
👀 View: Balcony + large windows overlooking the bay
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Occupancy: 2 adults (max 2 + 1 extra bed)
🔢 Number of cabins: 08
✨ Why it’s special: Spacious for an entry category, peaceful deck location, perfect for couples seeking value + comfort.

A generous family haven designed for bonding time on board.
📍 Deck: 1 & 2
🛏 Bed: King 2m x 2m
🛋 Balcony: Yes — private outdoor seating
🛁 Bath: Hot bathtub + shower
👀 View: Large windows + balcony, ideal for kids to enjoy scenery
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Occupancy: 4 adults (max 4 + 1 extra bed)
🔢 Number of cabins: 04
✨ Why it’s special: One of the most spacious family rooms in its class — perfect for families seeking comfort without splitting into two cabins.

A refined suite with expanded space and signature Indochine elegance.
📍 Deck: 2
🛏 Bed: King 2m x 2m
🛋 Balcony: Yes — spacious outdoor seating
🛁 Bath: Hot bathtub + shower
👀 View: Sweeping panoramic windows
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Occupancy: 2 adults (max 2 + 1 extra bed)
🔢 Number of cabins: 01
✨ Why it’s special: Large, luminous suite with elevated privacy — a romantic choice for milestone celebrations.

The crown jewel of Cycad — a palatial suite with unmatched space.
📍 Deck: 2
🛏 Bed: King 2m x 2m
🛋 Balcony: Yes — expansive terrace area
🛁 Bath: Hot bathtub + shower
🏡 Living Room: Included — rare in Bai Tu Long segment
👀 View: Premium panoramic corner views
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Occupancy: 2 adults (max 2 + 1 extra bed)
🔢 Number of cabins: 01
✨ Why it’s special: True VIP suite with vast living room, balcony, and top-tier privacy — ideal for honeymoons, anniversaries, and elite travelers.

Give your journey extra space and extra warmth. Perfect for families traveling with children or friends wanting to stay together in one elegant cabin.

🛏 Comfort: Plush extra mattress designed to match Cycad’s premium bedding
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Flexible: Great for young travelers or small groups wanting to share
🌿 Seamless Setup: Added without compromising cabin space & airflow
🌅 Ideal For: Family bonding, budget-friendly group stays, and guests who love cozy shared moments overlooking Bai Tu Long Bay

Emotional hook:
“Wake up side-by-side to the gentle light of Bai Tu Long — togetherness made effortless.”