DAY 1: HANOI – HALONG BAY – LAN HA BAY (L/D)
07:45 – 08:30 – Pick-up from your hotel/location (if you have reserved our transfer service).
09:00 – Departure to Halong Bay, with a journey of approximately 2.5 hours.
10:30 – Arrive in Hai Duong province for a 10-20 minute break for restroom facilities and snacks.
11:30 – 12:00 – Arrival at the Rita Cruise waiting lounge at Tuan Chau Harbor.
12:00 – 12:30 – Transfer by tender to the Rita Cruise mother boat. Enjoy a welcome drink as you meet the captain and crew, followed by a brief introduction to the cruise and safety guidelines. Check-in to your cabin.
13:00 – 13:30 – Savor a Vietnamese seafood buffet or set menu lunch while cruising through the magnificent Halong Bay, admiring the fascinating rock formations. The cruise continues through Con Vit Islet (Duck Islet), Thumb Islet, and Gia Luan Harbor in the Cat Ba area.
15:00 – Immerse yourself in the stunning views of the bay and its dramatic limestone islets as we sail through the calm emerald waters toward Dark & Bright Cave (Hang Sang & Toi). You can participate in outdoor activities, choosing between kayaking or a bamboo boat ride for approximately 1 hour.
16:00 – The ship moves to Tra Bau Beach. Here, you are free to swim around the cruise for approximately 45 minutes.
17:30 – 18:30 – Enjoy an Afternoon Tea Party with freshly prepared snacks, fruit, and your choice of drinks while waiting for the sunset over Lan Ha Bay. Take advantage of the Happy Hour “Buy 2, Get 1 Free” drink program at the Mimosa Cafe Lounge and the Sky Bar on the 5th floor.
18:30 – 19:10 – Join a cooking class guided by the Chef or Cruise Manager of Rita Cruise. You will have the opportunity to practice making traditional Vietnamese dishes such as spring rolls or other famous Vietnamese cuisine.
19:10 – 19:30 – Dinner will be served in the restaurant.
After dinner, you are free to enjoy evening activities such as squid fishing on the 1st floor, listening to music, enjoying Spa service, enjoying drinks, or singing karaoke with other guests in the restaurant or in our private karaoke room on the 5th floor (additional fee applies). Please contact our Cruise Manager to register for these activities.
DAY 2: HAVE BREAKFAST- ATTEND DAILY BOAT – CYCLING AT VIET HAI VILLAGE- KAYAKING –
SWIMMING – SUNSET PARTY – OVERNIGHT ON CRUISE (B/ L/ D)
Today, we will embark on a deeper exploration of Lan Ha Bay aboard our Small Day-Boat, cruising through multiple islands, islets, and hidden beaches. The excursion includes a short bicycle visit to Viet Hai Village, an isolated community nestled in the heart of Cat Ba National Park.
06:45 – Breakfast is served at the restaurant. After breakfast, please be ready at the reception by 08:30 if you wish to participate in the day trip to Cat Ba Island.
08:20 – 08:45 – You will be transferred to a Small Day-Boat that will take you to the southern part of Lan Ha Bay, heading toward Viet Hai Village. Please note that this excursion will take the entire day, and you will return to Rita Cruise at approximately 16:00 – 16:30.
09:00 – The Day-Boat will cruise through Lan Ha Bay, arriving at Viet Hai dock.
10:00 – Enjoy a short 5 km bicycle ride to Viet Hai Village, a small, rustic village surrounded by the towering mountains of Cat Ba National Park. The area has gained popularity among foreign tourists while maintaining its authentic charm, free from mass tourism. If you prefer not to cycle, an electric car will be arranged.
11:30 – Return to the dock and reboard our Small Day-Boat to continue sailing to the other side of Lan Ha Bay.
12:00 – Lunch will be served with a stunning view.
13:00 – 14:00 – Kayaking around Tai Keo cave, a tunnel cave leading to a lake resembling a “Dragon’s eye.”
14:00 – 14:30 – We will explore hidden beaches around the Ba Trai Dao (Three Peaches) area.
14:30 – 15:30 – You are free to swim in this beautiful, pristine area.
16:00 – 16:30 – Return to Rita Cruise, where you can take time to refresh or relax and enjoy the facilities.
17:15 Rita Cruise will move to the designated overnight anchorage area.
18:00 A small tea break will be served on the sundeck, where you can enjoy the beautiful sunset.
18:15 Join us for a cooking class, guided by our Chef or Cruise Manager.
19:00 Dinner is served at the restaurant
After dinner, you are welcome to enjoy evening activities such as squid fishing on the 1st floor, listening to music, enjoying Spa service, enjoying drinks, or singing karaoke in our special room on the 5th floor. Please contact us to register for these activities.
DAY 3: LAN HA BAY- TAI CHI LESSON – FROG POND AREA – HANOI (B/ L)
06:30 – 07:00 – Optional Tai Chi exercise on the 5th floor sundeck to welcome the new day.
07:00 – 07:45 – Enjoy the morning view of the bay’s landscape with a cup of tea or coffee, followed by breakfast at our restaurant.
08:00 – The ship will move to visit Frog Pond, the filming location of the Hollywood blockbuster movie “King Kong.” Guests can enjoy sea swimming or kayaking for approximately 45 minutes.
09:30 – Return to your cabin to relax and ensure all luggage is packed before leaving. Check out of your private cabin and complete the check-out procedure.
10:00 – Savor a buffet brunch on the cruise while heading back towards the port.
11:00 – 11:20 – Return to the Rita Cruise waiting lounge at Tuan Chau Harbor by tender boat. Farewell.
11:30 – 12:00 – Our transfer service will pick you up and take you back to your hotel/location (if you reserved our transfer).
If you arrange your own transportation after disembarking, please inform your driver of being ready at Lounge #16 Tuan Chau Harbor at 11:20 AM