Le Journey Elegance Cruise

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 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.

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 mini show “Footsteps of Heritage” 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
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.

08:00 – 08:30 | 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.

07:15 | Depart for Quan Y Cave
Transfer by tender to Gia Luan Port and then by car (20 minutes) to Quan Y Cave.

08:00 | Explore Quan Y Cave
Quan Y Cave is a unique site that serves both as a historical relic and a powerful reminder of a heroic wartime era. Built inside a limestone mountain, the cave once functioned as a secret field hospital during the resistance war against the Americans. It was fully equipped with treatment rooms, a recovery area, and even a cinema for wounded soldiers.

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.