Overview

Escape to Arcady – Your Paradise at Sea. Board the 5-star Arcady Boutique Cruise for an unforgettable 2-day, 1-night overnight journey through the stunning limestone islands and emerald waters of Ha Long Bay. Combining modern comfort, traditional Vietnamese hospitality, gourmet dining, and exciting excursions, our cruise provides the perfect off-the-beaten-track experience to discover local culture and hidden natural wonders.

Highlights

• Sail through the breathtaking landscapes of Ha Long Bay on a luxury 5-star cruise liner.
• Relax in elegant, spacious cabins featuring large ocean-view windows and private balconies (excluding Triple Bayview).
• Explore famous natural sites including Sung Sot Cave (Surprising Cave) and climb to the peak of Ti Top Island for panoramic views.
• Participate in exciting activities including kayaking or bamboo boat rowing through Luon Cave, squid fishing, and a morning Tai Chi session.
• Indulge in a rich culinary journey featuring Vietnamese cuisine, a fresh fruit sunset party, and hands-on spring roll cooking classes.

Package/Experience Details

Cruise Overview & Facilities

The Arcady Boutique Cruise features 24 spacious and airy rooms designed with en suite bathrooms. The ship undergoes rigorous inspections under the strict standards of the Vietnam Register to ensure absolute safety. Facilities on board include:

• Lobby: Designed as a welcoming and comfortable space blending elegance with oriental and traditional Vietnamese design elements.
• Restaurant & Bar: A 150m2 dining venue on the third floor featuring large panoramic windows. Enjoy fine dining, buffets, fresh seafood, and traditional dishes. The adjacent Arcady Bar offers a wide range of spirits, cocktails, beer, and worldwide wines.
• The Sundeck: Spanning 300m2 on the upper deck, equipped with soft lying chairs perfect for sunbathing, relaxing, and taking in the panoramic views.
• Harmony Spa & Massage: Offers world-class spa and massage treatments served by well-trained staff (available at an additional charge).

Cabin Categories

Full Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Hanoi – Ha Long Bay – Sung Sot Cave – Sunset Party

• Morning pickup (approx. 8:10 AM): Board the luxury limousine bus from your hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy a comfortable transfer with spacious seats and Wi-Fi. The journey features two planned stops: one highway rest stop and one stop at a Halong Pearl Museum.
• Midday arrival: Arrive at Block 26, Tuan Chau International Marina in Ha Long City. Board a small transfer boat to reach the main Arcady Boutique Cruise. Receive a warm welcome drink and check in to your elegant sea-view cabin.
• Lunch: Savor a delicious Vietnamese set lunch/buffet in the third-floor panoramic restaurant while sailing past stunning limestone karst islands.
• Afternoon excursion to Sung Sot Cave (Surprising Cave): Step inside Bo Hon Island to explore one of the largest and most spectacular caves in Halong Bay. Walk through its giant chambers filled with incredible stalactites and stalagmites first discovered in 1901.
• Sunset Party: Return to the cruise sundeck to relax. Enjoy a sunset party complete with fresh fruits, snacks, and drinks as the golden light fades over the bay.
• Cooking Class: Join a fun onboard cooking class to learn how to prepare traditional Vietnamese spring rolls.
• Dinner: Savor a gourmet dinner in the restaurant featuring fresh local seafood and Vietnamese specialties.
• Evening Activities: Try your hand at squid fishing on the main deck, relax at the bar, or head to your room for a peaceful overnight stay in the quiet waters of Halong Bay.

Day 2: Morning Tai Chi – Ti Top Island – Luon Cave – Hanoi

• Tai Chi Session: Greet the morning with a refreshing Tai Chi session on the spacious 300m2 sundeck.
• Breakfast & Coffee: Enjoy a light breakfast served in the restaurant.
• Excursion to Ti Top Island: Visit this central island of Ha Long Bay. Choose to relax and swim on the sandy beach or climb up the steps to the mountain peak for panoramic, 360-degree views of the bay.
• Excursion to Luon Cave: Explore this natural, orchid-draped cave lagoon. Choose to paddle yourself in a kayak or sit on a traditional bamboo boat rowed by a local resident. Spot mischievous wild monkeys playing along the cliffs.
• Brunch & Check-out: Return to the ship to pack your luggage, check out of your cabin, and enjoy a delicious brunch/buffet in the dining room as the ship heads back towards the marina.
• Return Transfer: Disembark at Tuan Chau International Marina. Board the luxury limousine bus (equipped with massage chairs on the return journey) for a comfortable ride back to your Hanoi hotel.

What’s Included

• Overnight accommodation on Arcady Boutique Cruise in your chosen cabin category.
• Full board meals: Lunch, dinner, breakfast, and brunch.
• Welcome drink upon boarding.
• Onboard activities: Morning Tai Chi, spring roll cooking class, squid fishing, and sunset party (with fresh fruits and snacks).
• Water activities: Kayaking or bamboo boat rowing.
• English and Vietnamese speaking tour guide.
• All entrance and sightseeing fees for Sung Sot Cave, Ti Top Island, and Luon Cave.
• Complimentary cabin amenities (hair dryer, wardrobe, hot/cold water, A/C).

What’s Not Included

• Harmony Spa & Massage treatments.
• Drinks and alcoholic beverages ordered from the Arcady Bar or during meals.
• Personal expenses and tips.
• Round-trip luxury limousine bus transfers between Hanoi and Ha Long Bay (available as an optional booking addon).

Meeting and Pickup Information

• Pickup Service: Optional hotel pickup is available starting from approximately 8:10 AM at hotels in Hanoi. Transfer is provided via a luxury limousine bus with air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and massage chairs on the return trip.
• Meeting Point for Self-Arrivals: For travelers not using the Hanoi transfer service, the meeting point is at Block 26, Tuan Chau International Marina, Ha Long City, Quang Ninh, Vietnam.

Booking Information

• Early Bird Deal: Enjoy a 5% discount for bookings made 40 days or more in advance.
• Please select your travel date and preferred cabin type at the time of booking.

Important Notes

• Public Holiday Surcharge: A surcharge applies for tours operating on public holidays (payable onsite). These holidays include: Lunar New Year, April 29 to May 3, September 1 to September 3, and December 31 to January 1.
• Both Sung Sot Cave and Ti Top Island involve climbing a significant number of steps. Please ensure you wear suitable footwear and manage your physical energy accordingly.