This dreamy cruise will leave you with lifelong memories. You will be picked up from your hotel in the Old Quarter of Hanoi and head to Halong Bay. On arrival you will enjoy a welcome drink on board and a delicious buffet lunch. Cruise past hundreds of fascinating limestone pinnacles towering from the water. It is then time for some kayaking fun, exploring the beauty of nature in the hidden lagoon as you paddle through caves, gazing up at stalactites. There is a stop for you to go swimming in the emerald waters. Back aboard, it’s time to relax with the Happy Hour deals. You can join in a traditional cooking class. Once anchored for your tranquil overnight stay, the evening begins with the fantastic flavors of our deluxe dinner set menu. The next morning, you can start the day with a tai chi lesson on the sundeck, followed by a light breakfast. Then, transfer ashore for a bus trip to Cat Ba National Park. Here you will enjoy a forest walk before heading to the peak with its magnificent views over the whole island. Explore the historic Trung Trang Cave – a real highlight. Over lunch, you are free to discover the local life and food of Cat Ba township. Then, it is off to a picturesque beach for a swim before visiting the spectacular viewpoint of Cannon Fort. Transfer back to the cruise boat for a pre-dinner cocktail. After dinner you can relax, retire, or try your luck catching squids. On the final morning, you can sharpen your tai chi skills some more before breakfast. The crew will take you to Viet Hai village, located in Cat Ba National Park. Enjoy biking through the charming scenery of a traditional village in the coastal north of Vietnam. Returning aboard, you can take it easy before a light brunch is served while the ship navigates slowly back to the harbor. After disembarking it’s time to begin the drive back to your hotel in Hanoi.