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Lan Ha Bay · 5-star · Overnight cruise

Halora Nova Cruise

2 Days, 1 Night in Lan Ha Bay

2 Days / 1 Night · Lan Ha Bay

Lan Ha Bay

The Cruise

2 Days / 1 Night aboard the Halora Nova Cruise.

Halora Nova Cruise is a boutique new ship in the tranquil Lan Ha Bay. Cabins open onto private balconies, so the karst scenery is with you from the moment you wake, and the days are kept unhurried: kayak or swim in the afternoon, learn to roll spring rolls before dinner, then watch the light fade from the sundeck.

You cruise among the limestone islands with time for Ba Trai Dao beach and the Light and Dark Cave, and a night at anchor under the stars. When we plan a trip we match you to the right cabin and the right number of nights, arrange the transfers from Hanoi, and fold the cruise into a wider Vietnam itinerary. As private planners, we carefully craft each trip around you, choosing every cruise on how well it suits your dates and the rest of your route.

Highlights

What makes it special.

5-star cruise sailing Lan Ha Bay
Cabins with private balconies and floor-to-ceiling bay views
Onboard: kayaking, swimming, a cooking demonstration, sunset party, squid fishing and morning Tai Chi
Route takes in the Light and Dark Cave and Ba Trai Dao beach
Best for couples and families wanting the bay at an unhurried pace

Cabins & Suites

Where you'll stay aboard.

Suite Balcony

Private balcony · Bathtub · Sunbed

Suite with a private balcony and bathtub, including a sunbed for relaxing with bay views.

Grand Suite Balcony

65m² · 3rd floor · 1 Double · Private balcony · Bathtub · Sunbed

Spacious 65m² grand suite on the 3rd floor with a double bed, private balcony, bathtub and sunbed. Grand Suite inclusions add a private afternoon tea set for two on the balcony, a soft drink or local beer per guest per night, a welcome fruit or pastry plate, a complimentary bottle of wine per cabin, complimentary kayaking or bamboo boat for two, a customised dining setup and a 30-minute massage.

Deluxe Balcony Ocean

Size: 35–44 m² - Location: 12 cabins on Deck 1 Twin or Double - Features: En-suite bathroom and private balcony

Premium Balcony Ocean

Size: 35–44 m² - Twin, Double or Triple Location: Decks 2–3 Features: En-suite bathroom and private balcony

The Itinerary

How your 2 days / 1 night unfolds.

Day 1

Hanoi → Lan Ha Bay

08:00–08:45Pick-up from your hotel in Hanoi’s Old Quarter and the drive to the coast.

11:30–11:45Check in at the harbour and transfer out to the ship.

12:30Welcome briefing over a drink.

13:00Lunch in the dining room as the ship sails into Lan Ha Bay.

15:00Swim, sunbathe or kayak among the islands with your guide.

16:00Visit Ba Trai Dao beach.

17:30Sunset gathering on the sundeck with snacks.

18:00Cooking demonstration: traditional Vietnamese spring rolls.

19:15Dinner.

21:00Cocktails at the bar or squid fishing off the deck.

Day 2

Lan Ha Bay → Hanoi

06:00Sunrise, then Tai Chi on the sundeck.

06:30Light breakfast.

07:30Morning visit to the Light and Dark Cave by tender or kayak.

08:30Back aboard to pack.

09:15Check out and settle any bills.

09:30Brunch as the ship returns towards port.

10:45Tender to the harbour.

11:30Depart for Hanoi.

15:00–15:30Arrive back in Hanoi.

Our experience of

Halora Nova Cruise

We've hosted guests aboard the Halora and been over her ourselves. She carries a lot of staff for her size, close to one crew member for every guest or two, and it shows - service is attentive without hovering, and the crew handle English, French, Chinese and Korean between them.

She's well furnished and genuinely comfortable, with balcony views over Lan Ha, and she was among the first on the bay to add a swimming pool and a soundproof karaoke lounge, so there's more to do on board than most. Days bring the caves, a cooking class and kayaking, and the kitchen turns out good food and handles dietary requests without fuss.

What we've found: the Halora suits guests who want polished, personal service and a bit extra on board - a pool, karaoke, space - on the quieter Lan Ha side. Guests tend to recommend the three-day itinerary.

Add this cruise to your trip

We'll build the Halora Nova Cruise into a complete, private Northern Vietnam itinerary, planned and run for you, with the right cabin and every transfer handled.

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