After having breakfast at the hotel take a full day city tour of Hanoi. Visit Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum– the large memorial in Hanoi capital built to show the Vietnamese deep gratitude to the Leader. Continue with the Presidential Palace, a memento of French contribution to the architectural splendor in Indochina. President Ho Chi Minh Stilt House where Ho Chi Minh live from 1958 to 1969. One-pillar pagoda (Mot-Cot pagoda)– architecture from the 11th century with the shape of a lotus flower which has been recognized as the building with the most unique architecture by the Asian Records Organization. After this we enjoy lunch at Jacksons Steak House.

In the afternoon we visit to the Temple of Literature (Van Mieu), dedicated to the great Chinese scholar Confucius. It was founded in 1070 as the first university of Vietnam to educate Viet Nam’s administrative and warriors class. After that, visit Returned-Sword Lake– a beautiful basket of flowers at the heart of Ha Noi and Ngoc Son Temple, a place for worshipping Tran Hung Dao (1226-1300), a Vietnamese general, scholar and master of the martial arts.

Remarks:
- Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
- Overnight in Hanoi

After having breakfast at the hotel we take the 2.5 hour ride through the Red River Delta to Ha Long Bay, where you board a cruise going through the spectacular seascape of limestone pillars, with the option to explore one of the caves found on the islands.

Bhaya cruise schedule for today (option 2)

12:00 Arrive at Bhaya Group Cruise Centre at Tuan Chau International Passenger Port.
12:45 Embark your cruise onboard Bhaya Cruises. Enjoy welcome drinks while our Cruise Manager does the itinerary and safety briefing.
13:00 Let the vacation begin with a tasty lunch while the boat cruises towards the southwest of Halong Bay.
15:00 Discover the mysterious Tien Ong Cave which is not only a beauty spot but also an archaeological site. Covering an area of 1,000 m2 with stunning stalactites and stalagmites, the cave is one of the finest caves in Halong Bay.
17:00 Bar opens for the Happy Hour “Buy one get one free”. Take the chance to get more delicious drinks and fun.
17:30 Join exciting “Master-Chef Competition” and fruit carving demonstration, learn and try your hands with authentic Vietnamese food. The winner or the Master-Chef of Bhaya Cruise would be awarded surprising gifts. It’s also time to admire the sunset over enchanting Halong Bay while the boat anchors for an overnight stay.
19:00 Enjoy set-menu dinner on board while your Cruise Manager introduces the following day program.
21:00 Retire to your cabin or join our staffs for squid fishing. Overnight on board.

Remarks:
-Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
-Overnight on-board

06:30 Start off your day with a Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck with complimentary tea and coffee being served. Rejuvenate your body and mind with the slow movement of Tai Chi and enjoy the dawn on the bay.
07:00 Full breakfast is served onboard. The vessel weighs anchor to sail to Hang Trai Island.
08:45 Transfer to Bhaya Spirit (day boat) for the second day’s activities.
09:00 Bhaya Spirit will pass by Ang Du area, Hang Du, Kong Skull Island filming area to reach Coc Cheo Islet area. Kayaking and swimming freely in Coc Cheo Islet area – a less touristic and more private area.
11:00 Back to the boat, Bhaya Spirit takes you to a floating pearl farm for a special local lunch experience, while the boat passes Ho Ba Ham Area, Ba Men Temple, But Island, Me Cung Cave. Discover around to learn about pearl cultivating and handicraft process and local life in Ha Long Bay with our tour guide.
12:30 Lunch is served on floating farm with authentic Vietnamese style menu. 15:00 Comeback Bhaya Cruise and relax.
17:00 Bar opens for the Happy Hour “Buy one get one free”, enjoy relaxing time on the sundeck.
19:00 Enjoy set-menu dinner onboard while Cruise Manager introduces itineraries for next day.
21:00 Retire to your cabin or join with our staffs for squid fishing. Overnight on board.

Remarks:
-Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
-Overnight on-board

After the spectacular morning cruise, disembark the cruise and drive back to Hanoi before flying home.

Bhaya cruise schedule for today (option 2)
06:15 Take part in Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck with complimentary tea and coffee.
07:00 Light breakfast is served onboard. The boat weighs anchor to sail to Cua Van floating fishing village.
07:45 Take your time to visit the village which is voted as one of the 11 insanely beautiful small towns around the world by huffingtonpost.com. You can choose either kayak or traditional rowing boat to go around discovering local life on the waters.
09:00 Return to your boat and relax. Brunch will be served in the restaurant
10:30 Disembark at Tuan Chau International Passenger Port

Transfer to airport for flight to next destination, conclude tour.

Remarks:
- Meals included: Breakfast, Brunch