Leave the bustle of Hanoi behind as you take the 2.5 hour drive to Halong Bay. On arrival at the Bhaya Cruise Centre, relax and enjoy a drink before it’s time to board your boat. Enjoy a delicious Vietnamese buffet lunch as you sail through Halong Bay, meeting your fellow passengers

This afternoon kayak around the Tung Sau area which is used for pearl farming and surrounded by cascading mountains that jut out from the jewel-coloured waters of the bay.

Back on the boat, learn how to make spring rolls in a cooking demonstration before watching the often wonderful sunsets from the top deck. Enjoy a delicious dinner before drinks on deck observing the stars above.

Onboard

Lunch and dinner

Enjoy some rejuvenating Tai Chi lessons at sunrise, before enjoying breakfast and the views. Today you will transfer to the Bhaya Spirit, a junk boat with a lounge, dining area and facilities for the day. In rowing boats the group will then head to Luon Cave area enjoying the magnificent karst scenery.

Back on the main boat sail to Cua Van Floating village and admire its beauty from a traditional rowing boat or kayak. Later enjoy lunch whilst the boat sails to the next stop.

Stop to discover the mysterious Trinh Nu Cave, one of the finest sunlight-filled cave in Halong Bay and then walk through to the secluded beach for some relaxation. Trinh Nu Cave is exclusive to Bhaya guests to offer a more private and less crowded experience.

This evening, enjoy a fruit carving demonstration, before a delicious dinner.

Onboard

Breakfast, lunch and dinner

The next day there is another opportunity for a spot of Tai Chi on deck, before brunch is served as the boat continues through the stunning seascape. A stop will be made at the picturesque Sung Sot Cave, the largest cave in Halong Bay. Walk through the three main chambers admiring the eerie stalagmites and stalagmites.

Return to the boat while cruising past Ngon Tay Islet and others on the way back to port. At Tuan Chau Marina your transfer vehicle will be waiting to take you back to Hanoi.

Brunch