08.00   Depart from Hanoi to Halong Bay by comfortable shuttle bus (optional)

12.00   Upon arrival at Emperor Cruises, located at Hon Gai dock, our team will welcome you in our lounge before boarding.

12.30   Our Experiences Manager will assist you with boarding to start cruising in Bai Tu Long Bay. Check in to your cabin as we set sail from Vinashin dock to cruise among many beautiful islets (scenes from the film ‘Indochine’ were filmed here). Bai Tu Long Bay has a wild beauty and the panoramas from the boat are unforgettable.

13.00   A set menu lunch will be served at our Can Chanh Restaurant on the main deck or on the Panorama Restaurant on the sundeck. Savor delicious Vietnamese food while admiring the grace of the bay.

15.30   Explore the area of Hon Co Island and Co Cave (Grass Cave, also known as Thien Canh Son). You can revel in the breathtaking view of Bai Tu Long bay from up high, as well as the glorious long white-sand beach of Hon Co Island. Afterwards relax on the beach, and explore the cave.

16.30   Return to Emperor. Continue cruising to the Cong Do Sleeping Area

17.20   Choose from kayaking, taking massage, just relaxing or taking afternoon tea and watching the sky color change as the sun sets.

18.15   Attend our chef’s cooking demonstration and try your skills in the art of traditional Vietnamese cooking (making spring rolls) in a truly stunning setting.

19.00   Enjoy our a la carte course menu for dinner on board as you experience the charm of Bai Tu Long Bay at night. 21.00: Evening activities: enjoy our Movie Night, Board Games or our Massage and Spa services or even go squid fishing. Overnight on board Emperor Cruises.