11:45–12:00: Guests arrive at Tuan Chau Marina and proceed directly to the cruise pier for check-in procedures. The crew welcomes guests with assistance at the lounge, supports boarding arrangements, serves a welcome drink, and provides a short briefing on the itinerary and safety regulations before departure.
12:20–13:15: Buffet lunch is served onboard as the Halong Bay Cruise begins sailing through Halong Bay. Guests enjoy a wide selection of Vietnamese cuisine and seafood while passing iconic limestone formations such as Fighting Cock Islet, Duck Islet, and Finger Islet. The journey offers panoramic views of the bay’s unique seascape formed by thousands of limestone islands and calm emerald waters.
13:30: Arrival at Bo Hon Island for visiting Sung Sot Cave (Surprise Cave). Guests follow a forest-covered pathway and climb approximately 200 stone steps to reach the cave entrance. Inside, the cave opens into two main chambers filled with spectacular stalactites and stalagmites formed over millions of years, creating one of the most impressive natural landscapes in Halong Bay. Guests have about 45 minutes to explore before returning to the boat.
14:30: Stop at Titop Island, where guests can either swim at the sandy beach with clear blue water or hike up to the mountain peak viewpoint. From the top, guests can enjoy a panoramic view of Halong Bay, featuring limestone peaks rising from the sea and a vast natural horizon.
15:30: Explore the Luon Cave area by kayak or bamboo boat. This is a peaceful lagoon enclosed by high limestone cliffs, offering calm waters and a close-up experience of Halong Bay’s natural ecosystem.
16:45: Afternoon tea is served onboard with light snacks and drinks. Guests relax on the sundeck, enjoy the music, and take in the sunset scenery as the Diamond Era Cruise gradually heads back toward Tuan Chau Harbor.
18:00–18:20: The cruise arrives back at Tuan Chau Marina. Guests disembark and board transportation back to Hanoi. End of the Halong Bay tour.
To explore more destinations in Vietnam, feel free to contact Halong Bay Cruises for a free consultation and a tailor-made tour based on your budget and preferences.
Emma Wilson,
United KingdomI joined the Diamond Era Cruise full-day tour with my boyfriend and everything was well organized from Hanoi pickup. The limousine ride was comfortable and we arrived at Tuan Chau Marina on time. Lunch on board was served right after boarding and the view while eating was amazing. We visited Sung Sot Cave and the walk inside was impressive with huge natural chambers. Titop Island was our favorite stop because we swam and then climbed for the full bay view. The afternoon tea on cruise made the return trip very relaxing.