Dora Cruise Boat In Halong Bay - Lan Ha Bay

Year launched:
2020
Cabin
22
Port of departure
Dora Cruise Port - Block 35th – Tuan Chau International Marina, Halong city, Quang Ninh province
Type
Dora cruise
Places to visit
Hanoi - Halong Bay - Lan Ha Bay - Viet Hai Village - Van Boi Beach - Dark & Light Cave- Hanoi
Starts
Ends
Hanoi, Vietnam Hanoi, Vietnam

Highlights

Launched in early 2020, Dora Cruise is a 5-star luxury vessel offering unforgettable journeys through Vietnam’s Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay. Featuring 22 spacious cabins with private balconies and bathtubs, Dora cruise Halong bay combines classic elegance with modern amenities. Onboard, guests enjoy a fitness center, spa, sundecks, bar, lounge, and gourmet dining. Carefully curated itineraries explore the hidden charms of the bays with activities like kayaking, swimming, cooking classes, and Tai Chi, immersing travelers in the natural beauty and cultural richness of the region.

Cabins

Honeymoon Suite Sea View

Honeymoon Suite Sea View (2)

Bed options: 01 Super king-sized bed (2m*2m2)

Extra Bed: Yes

Cabin size: 48 m2

Max Adults: 2

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Executive Suite Sea View

Executive Suite Sea View (2)

Bed options: 01 King-size bed (2m*2m)

Extra Bed: Yes

Cabin size: 45 m2

Max Adults: 2

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Junior/ Senior Double Suite Sea View

Junior/ Senior Double Suite Sea View (8)

Bed options: 01 double bed (1m8*2m)

Extra Bed: Yes

Cabin size: 28 m2

Max Adults: 2

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Junior/ Senior Twin Suite Sea View

Junior/ Senior Twin Suite Sea View (5)

Bed options: 02 Twin beds (1m*2m )

Extra Bed: Yes

Cabin size: 28 m2

Max Adults: 2

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Junior/ Senior Triple Suite Sea View

Junior/ Senior Triple Suite Sea View (2)

Bed options: 01 Queen-size bed (1m6*2m) and 01 twin bed (1m*2m)

Extra Bed: Yes

Cabin size: 35 m2

Max Adults: 2

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Family Connecting Suite Sea View

Family Connecting Suite Sea View (4)

Bed options: 01 Queen-size bed (1m8*2m) or Twin beds (1m1*2m)

Extra Bed: Yes

Cabin size: 56 m2

Max Adults: 4

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Itinerary

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Hanoi - Halong Bay - Lan Ha Bay (L,D)

8:30 – 9:15: Our tour guide will pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter (if using our limousine bus or private car).

09:20: Depart for Halong Bay. A brief rest stop will be made en route before arriving at Tuan Chau Marina.

12:00 – 12:15: Arrive at Tuan Chau Harbor.

12:30 – 13:15: Board the Dora Cruise. Enjoy a welcome drink, meet the captain and crew, and receive an introduction to the cruise and safety guidelines. Check into your cabin.

13:15 – 13:30: Savor a Vietnamese seafood and vegetarian lunch while cruising through the breathtaking scenery of Halong Bay, passing fascinating rock formations.

Afternoon: – Continue cruising past Con Vit Islet (Duck Islet), Thumb Islet, and Gia Luan Harbor in the Cat Ba area. – Explore the natural lagoon area of Lan Ha Bay, where the cruise will anchor. You can swim or sunbathe in this private, serene spot. – Head toward the designated overnight area. – Enjoy kayaking and swimming at Ba Trai Dao Islet or the Tra Bau area.

17:30: Return to Dora Cruise and join our sunset party featuring fruit, cake, and wine. Relax and capture the stunning views with photos.

18:00 – 18:15: Participate in a cooking class led by the chef of Dora Halong Cruise, where you’ll learn to make traditional Vietnamese dishes like spring rolls and other popular delicacies.

19:15: Dinner is served, featuring a selection of seafood and traditional Vietnamese dishes on board.

21:00: Evening activities include games (cards, chess), music, squid fishing, relaxation, and an overnight stay on Dora Cruise.

Lan Ha Bay - Dark & Light Cave - Halong Bay cruise - Hanoi (B,L)

06:00: Early risers can start the day with a Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck.

07:15: Enjoy the morning views of the bay with a cup of tea or coffee, followed by breakfast.

08:15: Meet at the reception to depart for a visit to Dark & Bright Cave via the tender boat. Here, you'll have the chance to explore the cave on a local bamboo boat, rowed by a local guide.

09:30 – 10:15: Return to Dora Cruise, check out of your private cabin, and enjoy a scenic cruise across the bay.

10:30: Enjoy an early lunch onboard before completing the checkout process.

11:30: Dora Cruise docks near Tuan Chau Harbor. Guests are transferred to Tuan Chau, bidding farewell to Halong Bay and concluding the cruise.

12:15: Head to Gate 35 at Tuan Chau Marina for the limousine bus journey to Hanoi’s Old Quarter.

13:50 – 14:00: Take a brief rest stop in Hai Duong province.

15:30 – 16:00: Arrive in Hanoi.

Hanoi - Halong Bay - Lan Ha Bay (L,D)

8:30 – 09:15: Our tour guide pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. (if you use our limousine bus or private car)

09:20: Departure to Halong Bay. You will have 1 short break during the way before arrive in Tuan Chau marina.

12:00 – 12:15: Arrive to Tuan Chau harbor.

12:30 – 13:15: Transferred by boat to Dora Cruise. Welcome to Dora Cruise and enjoy welcome drink, meet the captain, crew to get a brief introduction about cruise and safety guidelines. Check-in your cabin.

13:15 – 13:30: Enjoy Vietnamese seafood and vegetarian lunch, while cruising in the magnificent Halong Bay, admiring the fascinating rock formations in the bay.

  • Continue cruising through Con Vit islet (Duck Islet), Thumb islet and Gia Luan Harbor where belonged to Cat Ba area.
  • Discover lagoon natural area belonged to Lan Ha bay. Drop anchor for swimming or just simply sunbathe on our cruise (private, wild and fresh air).
  • Heading back toward the sleeping area
  • Do kayaking and swimming at Ba Trai Dao Islet or Tra Bau area

17.30: Come back to our Dora cruise Halong bay and participate in our sunset party with fruit, cake and wine. Take photos and relax

18:00 – 18:15: Join cooking class guided directly by Chef of Dora Halong Cruise. You have chance to practice Vietnamese traditional dishes such as spring roll or famous cuisine of Vietnam

19:15: Time for dinner enjoying special seafood and Vietnamese typical food on the cruise.

21:00: Evening entertainments: play game on the cruise: cards game, chess, listen to music, squid fishing, relaxing and overnight on the Dora Cruise for the first night.

Viet Hai Village - Van Boi Beach - Ba Trai Dao Beach (B,L,D)

06:00: Join us for a Tai Chi session for the early risers on the sun deck, which helps focus the mind and condition the body and there is no better environment to practice this than amongst the limestone peaks and islands.

07:15: Joining light breakfast in a panorama view of the world heritage site. After breakfast, enjoy your time for relaxing in amazing view of the Lan Ha bay while the boat continues cruising further for sightseeing.

8:45: Transfer to the Daily Boat heading to Viet Hai Village – a not touristic place surrounded by Cat Ba reserved jungle.

10.30: Visit Viet Hai Village. You can choose one of two below options for best trip

+ Option 1: Do cycling around Viet Hai Village

+ Option 2: Use electric car to visit Viet Hai Village

12.00: Get back the day boat to continue cruising further in Lan Ha Bay. Enjoy the lunch with beautiful view.

13.00-14.00: Arrive the peaceful area for swimming or Kayaking at the peaceful & beautiful Lan Ha bay. You will join the guide to kayak around the wonderful wide nature, clean water. There is a beautiful small beach named Three Peaches as the special shaped limestone mountains surrounding

15.00: We move on to some hidden beaches around Ba Trai Dao (Three Peaches) area and swimming there

17:00 – 17:30: Back to Dora Cruise

18:15: Take time to refresh or play some short game or with massage services as we cruise to sleeping area. Enjoy the Sunset Party & Cooking Class on the Sundeck.

19:15: Time for dinner enjoying special seafood and Vietnamese typical food on the cruise.

After dinner reward yourself with a large selection of cocktails at our bar, wine and cigars cellar or enjoy the landscape of the bay at night. Take one of our on-board activities like squid fishing, watching movies in the restaurant.

21:00: Evening entertainments: play game on the cruise: cards game, chess, listen to music, squid fishing, relaxing and overnight on the Dora cruise Halong bay.

Dark & Light Cave - Halong Bay - Hanoi (B,L)

6.00: Early morning sun risers can enjoy Tai Chi lesson on sundeck.

07.15 : Morning view of bay’s landscape with a cup of tea or coffee. Have breakfast.

8.15: You will be at reception to go visit Dark & Bright Cave by the tender (the transfer boat) to the small floating house and there you can have opportunity to explore the cave on local bamboo boat (rowing by the locals).

9:30 – 10:15: Come back to Dora Cruise and check-out from the private cabin and enjoy a fantastic cruise on the bay.

10:30: Have early lunch at the cruise before check out

11:30: Dora Cruise are landing near Tuan Chau Harbor and transfer guest to Tuan Chau, say goodbye to Halong Bay and finish the cruise

12:15: Return to gate 35, Tuan Chau marina and travel with our limousine bus to Hanoi Old Quarter

13:50 – 14:00: Stopover in Hai Duong province to relax.

15:30 – 16:00: Arrive in Hanoi

Ends of your trip through Halong Bay - Lan Ha Bay with Dora cruise.

What’s included

  • Entrance fees, sightseeing fee, kayaking
  • Local bamboo boat
  • English speaking guide
  • Luxury accommodation, shower
  • Welcome drink
  • Meals onboard: 03 lunches, 02 dinners and 02 breakfasts
  • Sunrise Tai Chi
  • Insurance on-board
  • Internet wifi in the cabin, Satellite – HD LED Television
  • Fishing equipment
  • Sunset party, cooking class on cruise

What’s excluded

  • Drinks
  • Transfer round trip between Hanoi Old Quarter and Halong bay
  • Tips for tour guide and driver
  • Personal expenses
  • All services and items not mentioned in inclusions

Notes

Check-in

  • Check-in starts at 12:00 PM
  • Check-in ends at 12:30 PM

Check-out

  • Check-out before 11:00 AM

Children Policy

  • Infant 0 - 4: FOC maximum 1 infant/ cabin, 2nd infant will charge by 1 child
  • Child 5 - 11: 75% adults rate, max 1 child/ cabin
  • From 11 years old up: 100% adult rate.

Booking policy

  • More than 21 days before check-in: FREE of charge
  • From 11 to 20 days before check-in: 30% of total rates
  • From 7 to 10 days before check-in: 50% of total rates
  • Less than 7 days before check-in & no Show: 100% of total rates
  • Before departure from Hanoi to Halong Bay (none of the services has been used): 100% refund.

  • During the trip (some services have been used: transfer, lunch, day trip, hotel in Halong, etc.): used services will be charged, the rest will be refunded.

  • The trip be cut down from 2 nights to 1 night, tourists will be charged a 2 days/1 night trip, plus other used services, the rest will be refunded.

  • The final cost will be confirmed by your consultant via email. In all cases, please contact us directly for any urgent help. We are here to support you with all of our best!

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    Nov 12, 2024
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    10/10… An experience truly worth trying! Don’t miss it!

    Words can hardly express how perfect this experience was. The boat was stunningly beautiful and spotless, and the staff went above and beyond to make us feel cared for. We were pleasantly surprised with an upgrade to a luxurious suite upon arrival, which truly made the trip even more special. Every moment was pure enjoyment, and the breathtaking sunset was the perfect finishing touch. I can't recommend this experience highly enough!
Dora Cruise, launched in 2020, offers an exclusive 2- or 3-day itinerary that takes travelers through the stunning seascapes of Halong Bay - Lan Ha Bay, and beyond. This luxury Dora cruise Halong bay features 22 elegantly designed cabins, each with a private balcony and bathtub, ensuring comfort and privacy. The itinerary includes a blend of scenic exploration and adventure, visiting highlights like Ba Trai Dao islets with their striking natural rock formations, the serene Van Boi Beach for a swim or relaxation, and mysterious caves that invite exploration. Guests can kayak through hidden lagoons, enjoy guided cave tours, and take part in adventurous excursions through the bays. With onboard amenities such as a spa, sundeck, fitness center, and gourmet dining, Dora Cruise combines luxury with an immersive experience in Vietnam’s most beautiful waters.
Customer's remark by Gill C about Dora cruise on Trip Advisor (May 2024)

It was one of the best things we did in Vietnam. We loved the whole experience with Dora cruise from the welcome at the hotel to the welcome at the dock and the food, staff, all superb.
Our only issue was that we couldn't stay longer.
We had activities to keep us occupied the knowledge and humour from the tour manager was amazing.
We were looked after by a beautiful soul who just could not do enough for us and she made us feel very privileged to be there. The food on Dora cruise Halong Bay was outstanding and she even helped us with our food selection as my husband is veggie. Excellent from start to finish.
This cruise exceeded all my expectations.
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