Embark on a journey aboard the Elite of the Seas, where a magical gateway opens to the enchanting worlds of Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay. As majestic limestone mountains and colossal rock formations emerge before your eyes, you’ll feel as if you’ve stepped into a living masterpiece, with crystal-clear waters inviting you to dive in and uncover the mysteries beneath.
This is not just a cruise – it’s an adventure filled with vibrant experiences. Enjoy refreshing swims, kayak through hidden coves, greet the morning with peaceful Tai Chi sessions, and savor captivating culinary demonstrations. Elite of the Seas is your passage to explore nature’s wonders and celebrate the vibrant colors of life.
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Highlights
Enjoy a kayaking session to capture unforgettable moments.
Savor a sunset feast accompanied by an artistic culinary performance.
Start your day at dawn with a golf lesson and Tai Chi practice on deck.
Visit Bright and Dark Cave on a local boat, marvel at the breathtaking natural scenery, and touch the cool, refreshing water.
Overall Information
Launch: 2022
Outfit: Steel boat (double hull/double bottom)
Length: 85m
Widen: 14,2m
02 Engine (Model 2020) Yanmar, Made in Japan, 600 HP/ per engine
03 Generator (Model 2020) CAT, Made in USA, 250KVA/ per generator
No. of room: 35 rooms
Capacity: 99 passengers
Operating area: Halong – Lan Ha bay
Port Location
Add: Tuan Chau Island, Halong bay, Quang Ninh Province, Vietnam
Distance to the nearest bank of ATM: 500 m
Distance to the nearest hospital: 3 km
Distance to Hanoi airport (Noi Bai): 195km (3.5 driving hours)
Distance to Hanoi (capital): 165 km (2.5 driving hours)
Distance to Hai Phong airport (Cat Bi): 75km (1.5 driving hours)
Check in / Check out
Check in time: 12:30
Check out time: 09:30
Disembarkation time: 12:00
Before booking Elite Of The Seas 2D1N with Vietnam Story
The published route summary for Elite Of The Seas 2D1N mentions Dark And Bright Cave in Lan Ha Bay. That describes the current product page, not guaranteed stops on a future departure. For route context, read our Lan Ha Bay cave access. Cave access in Lan Ha Bay may involve a small boat or other transfer. Confirm whether the stop is part of the booking and what guests actually need to do.
The highlights also mention sunrise Tai Chi; ask which activities are scheduled, included and suitable for your party rather than assuming every item operates every day. Our cruise cabin checklist for families and older travellers covers bed types, steps, boarding and extra-bed rules.
Hanoi transfer needs reconciliation: the highlights or inclusions imply a pickup, while the Exclusions field mentions a Hanoi–bay transfer. Treat it as unconfirmed until the written quote identifies the charge and pickup point.
Meals: if you need Indian vegetarian, Jain or allergy-specific preparation, send the exact restrictions and obtain the vessel’s written confirmation.
Cost and changes: request the cabin category, cruise fare, holiday supplements, drinks, tips and cancellation or weather terms for your date.
Request a checked quote: Share your India departure city, sailing date, travellers, cabin preferences and food requirements. Vietnam Story can compare the current sailing with other Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay cruise options and confirm any bookable inclusions in writing before payment.
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Sunshine03762139442
October 28, 2026
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One of our best experiences ever!
What a trip to Vietnam?! One of our most beautiful holidays. Special thanks to Ivy for the way she organised our tour. So flawless & amazing! Can’t wait to do this again!
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SLMunnings
October 28, 2026
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Aussies in Vietnam
this is our 5th TAD adventure. When booking you know where you are going but from experience we know it’s the Tour Leader that will make or break the trip. Tom greeted us and started with setting up a What’s App, a great idea, it is more than just helpful, it brings the team together, sharing & caring. it didn’t take long for everyone to jump onboard adding info, asking questions and adding /sharing photos. Tom sorted our rooms, handed out our keys, had Water everyday, paid ahead for entry to excursion destinations, organised for laundry etc which certainly ment less headaches for everyone ( upgrade) Organising the bus to save walking or taxi/uber ride (upgrade) With Tom’s wide smile, warm personality & good English we knew we were in good hands, always happy to help out and deal with our issues (they happen) As a tour leader we rate him AAA. If every tour guide followed his lead they would be a winner for their company & everyone taking their tour Thank you Tom for making our trip so enjoyable and stress free Sharon & Matt 🙏🫶
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T V
October 26, 2026
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Great experience
5 Stars – Excellent Tours and Wonderful Guides! We had an absolutely fantastic experience during our recent visit to Hanoi, Vietnam! We booked two private tours, and both exceeded our expectations. A very special thank you to our wonderful tour guides, Hung and Cathy, who made our time in Vietnam truly memorable. Both were incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, professional, and passionate about sharing the history, culture, and beauty of their country. Everything was exceptionally well organized, and the attention to detail throughout both tours was outstanding. Our guides went above and beyond to ensure everyone was comfortable, enjoying themselves, and getting the most out of each experience. We especially appreciated their warm hospitality, flexibility, and willingness to answer all our questions. Their enthusiasm and personal touches made the tours even more enjoyable. Vietnam is a beautiful country with amazing people, and Hung and Cathy were wonderful ambassadors for it. We cannot thank the entire team enough for making our visit so special. We highly recommend their services to anyone visiting Vietnam and would absolutely book with them again! Thank you, Hung and Cathy, for the wonderful memories and exceptional hospitality!
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Prasanna T
October 23, 2026
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Excellent support
Excellent customer service and co ordination. Prompt and proactive support by Ms Ivy who made the experience more enjoyable.
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FarAway10075616666
October 23, 2026
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Nina is the best customised tour planner
Absolute fun and wonderful planning as per our liking. Not too tight schedule, relaxed, yet covered important places. Had good stay. Good time at beach, had fun parties, the cruise was wonderful. Nina helped us plan everything perfectly. Thanks nina.
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Paul H
October 23, 2026
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Lical expeeience in Hoi An
On a Trip A Deal tour, our local tour guide in Hoi An Dung was from this company and she wad amazing. Always going the extra mile to make our trip perfect.
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Karen A
October 23, 2026
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Ninh Binh day trip
Fabulous day trip to Ninh Binh with guide Hai Nguyen. Incredible experience for my first trip to Vietnam….. wonderful climb and then traditional row boats trip. Very informative and brilliant way to get to know a bit more about the country.
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Nazar N
October 22, 2026
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A Wonderful and Memorable Vietnam Trip! 🇻🇳 Thanks to Nina
We had a wonderful time exploring Vietnam, and the entire trip was smooth and well organised. Staying in Hanoi’s Old Quarter was a great experience, and we really enjoyed exploring the beautiful landscapes of Ninh Binh and taking the boat ride through Trang An. The highlight of our trip was the overnight cruise in Ha Long Bay. The stunning scenery, peaceful overnight stay, and morning kayaking made it a truly memorable experience. The limousine transfers were also comfortable and hassle-free throughout the trip. A special thanks to Nina for helping customise our itinerary and patiently answering all my questions from day one. Her support and guidance made the planning process much easier and gave us confidence before the trip. Overall, everything went smoothly, and we returned home with lots of beautiful memories. Thanks to Nina and the entire team for making our Vietnam trip such a wonderful experience. Highly recommended. 😊❤️
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Krishna Sowjany... G
October 22, 2026
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An Excellent Guide – Thank You, Hai Nguyen!
An Excellent Guide – Thank You, Hai Nguyen! Hai Nguyen made our Vietnam trip truly memorable! He was punctual, friendly, patient, and incredibly helpful throughout our time with him. He explained everything so well that we could appreciate not just the places we visited, but also the culture and stories behind them. What touched me most was his willingness to go the extra mile. At Mua Cave, he patiently helped me climb the steps and encouraged me along the way. He also helped us take lovely photographs, assisted us with shopping, and took us to a place selling beautiful bamboo products. His suggestions to visit the night market and take an evening walk around the lake added some wonderful experiences to our trip that we might otherwise have missed. Hai was always considerate, and attentive to our needs. His warmth and genuine helpfulness made us feel comfortable and well looked after. It is these little gestures and personal touches that make a trip memorable, and Hai certainly made a difference to ours. Thank you, Hai, for your kindness, patience, and for helping us create such lovely memories in Vietnam. We are so glad we had you as our guide and would wholeheartedly recommend you to anyone visiting Vietnam. You made our trip extra special!
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nishant v
October 21, 2026
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Title: A lovely Vietnam trip with great support from Nina and Ivy
We had a wonderful time in Vietnam and came home with so many lovely memories. A big thank you to Nina for arranging our trip and to Ivy for helping us throughout the tour. Having the hotels and transfers organised made travelling between destinations much easier. When our flight timing changed, we appreciated having someone to contact and help us work through the arrangements. We really enjoyed exploring Vietnam together, and we’re grateful to everyone who helped make the trip a success. Thank you, Nina and Ivy, for looking after us. We would happily recommend your team to friends and family planning a visit to Vietnam!
8h00 – 8h30: Pick-up time (Transfer by Expressway, NO GUIDE).
12h15: Transfer to the cruise by speedboat.
12h45: Check-in on the cruise.
13h00: Enjoy lunch.
14h00: Receive key and check-in the cabin.
15h00 – 17h30: Gather at reception area to participate in Kayaking activities.
16h00 – 18h00: Take pictures with the cruise by drone at the Sundeck area (depending on the weather condition).
17h30: Sunset party.
18h00: Cooking demonstration.
18h00 – 19h00: Join the Happy Hour.
19h00: Enjoy dinner.
Attention: For all valuable and important items (wallet, passport, jewelry, etc), please keep them carefully in the safe or entrust them to the reception on the 2nd floor.
Full equipped luxury en-suite cabin with multi A/C, marble bathroom, and finest bathroom amenities
All meals on board
Tender/speedboat transfer
Welcome drink
Live Music
24-hour room service with no extra charges
24-hour food ordered with no extra charges
Refilled bottled fresh water with no limit
Cookery demonstration
Entrance and sightseeing fees
Tai chi, games, gym, swimming pool and library
Beach activities such as kayaking, bamboo boating, caving, squid fishing
Internet wifi, Satellite – HD LED Tivi
Fishing and golf equipment
English speaking guide
On board insurance and service charges
TAX
Personal expenses
Tipping for tour guide and driver
Others not mentioned nor specified above
Holiday surcharge
Surcharge for holidays: 2 Sept, 24 Dec – Christmas, 31 Dec, Tet (Lunar New Year; applicable dates and any supplier surcharge to be confirmed in your written quote)
Transfers Hanoi – Ha long – Hanoi by shuttle limousine
We have a minimum age requirement of 18 years old to join the tour. Group members aged 16-17 years old are welcome to join the tour but only with a family member that will act as their guardian whilst on tour. Aside from that, no age requirements at all!
Our tour run everyday, but our main focus are private tours for small group like couple or family. To request a customized tour, please note it down in your special request, send us your detail requirement and we will work closely with you to tailor your unforgettable trips.
Incase you cannot find your tour guide/airport representative, please stay calm, stay where you are and contact the tour guide that we provided or contact us to tell your address, we will contact our tour guide/ representative to looking for you as soon as possible.
Pease note that most of Halong bay trips are group tours, that means you will share the limousine transport with other guests to save your money but still feel comfortable. If you would like to get the private transfer, please contact us at anytime to get the deal.
