Step aboard Elite of the Seas and embark on an unforgettable 3-day, 2-night voyage through the stunning landscapes of Halong Bay, where natural beauty meets refined elegance. This luxury cruise offers more than just relaxation – it’s a full experience. Glide across emerald waters by kayak, take a refreshing swim, and explore hidden gems like the serene Viet Hai Village and the untouched charm of Ba Trai Dao Beach. From the moment you board, you’ll be embraced by impeccable service and heartfelt hospitality. The dedicated crew ensures every detail is taken care of, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the comfort and cultural richness that define Vietnamese warmth. With Elite of the Seas, each moment is crafted to leave a lasting impression – a perfect harmony of nature, luxury, and genuine human connection.
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Highlights
Join an exciting kayaking activity in the Ao Ech area, where you can explore the pristine natural beauty on crystal-clear waters.
Visit the floating village of Viet Hai by electric car or bicycle, allowing you to enjoy the fresh air and beautiful scenery of this peaceful countryside.
Experience swimming and relaxing at the natural Ba Trai Dao beach, a tranquil paradise with soft white sand and clear waters, perfect for those seeking serenity.
Explore Sung Sot Cave by traditional local rowboat, where you can admire the stunning beauty of stalactites and the surrounding landscape.
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
How to compare Elite Of The Seas 3D2N
The current three-day/two-night route mentions Cat Ba around Lan Ha Bay. See our Cat Ba and Lan Ha Bay geography guide for practical access requirements. Sailing permission, tides and weather can alter the exact order or availability of excursions.
Before choosing two nights, ask whether Day 2 adds another part of the bay or mainly onboard rest. Read our Ha Long cruise duration comparison. For Indian family groups, verify cabin occupancy, double versus twin beds, stairs and dietary restrictions directly with the vessel.
Transport: The Exclusions include Hanoi transfer; ask for pickup arrangements and a separate price.
Cabin quote: the Tour Notes price table is unverified for future departures; request the current cabin rate, any single supplement and applicable holiday surcharges.
Excursions: ask which kayaking, swimming and shore visits are included and what happens if authorities suspend sailing.
Plan with Vietnam Story: Send the date, Indian departure city, group size, ages, preferred cabins and any vegetarian or Jain food needs. Our Vietnam-based team can compare this vessel with other Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay cruises and give you a written, date-specific proposal.
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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 at the hotels, NO GUIDE (Transfer by Expressway).
12h15: Transfer to the cruise by speedboat
12h45: Check-in the cruise.
13h00: Enjoy lunch in the restaurant.
14h00: Receive key and check-in the cabin.
15h00 – 17:30: Gather at reception area to participate in Kayaking activities at Ao Ech area, or use the swimming pool on the cruise.
16h00 – 18h00: Take pictures with the cruise by drone at the Sundeck area.
17h30: Welcome sunset and enjoy afternoon tea at the swimming pool area.
18h00: Cooking demonstration at the swimming pool area.
18h00 – 19h00: Join the Happy Hour program and the sunset at the Sky Bar area.
19h00: Enjoy an 8-course fine dining menu at the restaurant.
Turndown Service: To ensure the service quality for your stay, we offer you Turndown Service during your dinner time. Please turn on the housekeeping switch (next to the electricity card slot) to use the service.
20h30: Join the fishing session at the aft of our cruise or relax at our swimming pool, mini-golf course, spa, etc.
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.
5h45 – 6h15: Enjoy the sunrise & join a golf class at the golf course
6h15 – 6h35: Morning exercise session: Tai Chi at the golf course
6h45 – 7h30: Enjoy breakfast in the restaurant.
7h30 – 9h45: Free time to relax on the cruise.
9h45: Enjoy the buffet in our restaurant.
12h30 – 16h30: Visit the Viet Haifloating village by electric car or bicycle. Then experience bathing and relaxing at the natural beach of the Ba Trai Dao area in Lan Ha Bay.
16h30 – 18h00: Return to the Elite of the Seas – and relax on the cruise.
18h00 – 19h00: Cooking demonstration at the swimming pool area. Join the Happy Hour program, and the sunset at the Sky Bar area.
19h00: Enjoy dinner
20h30: Join the fishing session at the aft of our cruise or relax at our swimming pool, mini-golf course, spa, etc.
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.