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Mon Chéri Cruises

have designed distinctive itineraries sailing to the area of Ha Long – Lan Ha Bay which is not frequented by tourists.Mon Chéri Cruises offer 18 stylish cabins alongside an elegant restaurant and bar, fitness facility and spa service. Cruising with Mon Chéri, you will be pampered while exploring the hidden charms of Lan HaBay, enjoying the breathtaking scenery of enormous limestones, pristine beaches and mysterious caves that cannot be found anywhere else on earth .

Mon Chéri Cruises 2 days 1 night itinerary :

DAY 1: HANOI - HALONG BAY - LAN HA BAY

9:00-9:30: You are picked up at your hotels in Hanoi's Old Quarter and proceed to the highway directly to Cat Hai Port in Hai Phong city for the cruise.

11:45: We arrive at office in Cat Hai Port. You are welcomed by our crew team at the port.

12:00: Embark Mon Chéri Cruises. You will be welcomed with a drink and cold towel. You are then introduced to the cruise, and given safety instructions before checking into your cabin. Mon Cheri will sail and you will have lunch in Mon Chéri's luxury restaurant. You will see the beauty of the canals on the way to Halong Bay.

15:00: We arrive at Three Peach beach area in Lan Ha Bay, where is a famous destination for swimming and kayaking. This region is known for its pristine beaches and spectacular beauty, having about 400 fascinating limestone islands and caves.

17:30: You will return to Mon Cheri ship where you can admire the magnificent sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin and enjoy a complimentary sunset party.

You also can choose to destress with a massage service which is available onboard. (Please book directly with the Cruise Manager on the boat)

19:00: Dinner is served with delicious local food.

20:30-0:00: After finishing dinner, you can enjoy the landscape of the bay at night up on the top deck, relax with romantic ballad music, enjoy drinks from the bar try your luck at squid fishing, watch a movie or relax in your room.

Overnight on board.

DAY 2: HA LONG BAY – HANOI

06:00: Wake up early to start your perfect day with Tai Chi class or watch the sunset on the top deck. Enjoying a cup of coffee and tea is ideal choice.

7:15: Breakfast is served while boat is cruising to the Dark and Bright Cave (Sang Toi cave) where you take bamboo boat to visit the cave.

9:30: Check out your cabin while cruising back to the dock

10:00: Take part in cooking demonstration to learn about our Vietnamese cuisine of traditional spring rolls. A buffet brunch will be served.

11:30: Check out boat and return to port.

12:00: Get on bus to Hanoi.

15:00: Arrive at Hanoi. End of the trip

Special note: Cruise itineraries and schedules are subject to change without pre notice depending of the weather and operating conditions.

Includes

Mon Chéri Cruises 3 days 2 nights itinerary :

DAY 1: HANOI HALONG BAY - LAN HA BAY

9:00-9:30: You are picked up from your hotel in Hanoi's Old Quarter and proceed by highway directly to Cat Hai Port in Hai Phong city for the cruise.
11:45: We arrive at the office in Cat Hai Port where you will be welcomed by our crew.
12:00: Embark Mon Chéri Cruises. You will be served a welcome drink and provided with a cold towel. This will be followed by a cruise briefing where you will also be given safety instructions before checking in to your cabin. We will set sail and you will have lunch in Mon Cheri's luxury restaurant while enjoying the beauty of the canals on our way to Halong Bay.
15:00: We arrive at the Three Peach beach area in Lan Ha Bay, which is a famous destination for swimming and kayaking. This region is known for its pristine beaches and spectacular beauty, having about 400 fascinating limestone islands and caves.
17:30: Return to Mon Chéri Cruises, where you can admire the magnificent sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin and enjoy a complimentary sunset party.
You can also enjoy the massage service which is available onboard. (Please book directly with the Cruise Manager on the boat)
19:00: A great dining experience awaits you.
20:30-0:00: After finishing dinner, you can enjoy the landscape of the bay at night up on the top deck, relax with peaceful music, enjoy drinks from the bar or try your luck at squid fishing, watch a movie or just chill in your room.
Overnight on board.

DAY 2: LAN HA BAY - BIKING IN VIET HAI VILLAGE - CAT BA ISLAND

6:00: It is perfect to start your day in the early morning to admire the marvellous sunrise or attend the Tai Chi class on the top deck. Have a fragrant cup of coffee made from a special blend which was created just for Mon Cheri, or a refreshing cup of tea.
7:30: Buffet breakfast is served.
09:00: Transfer to a Day Boat to head to Viet Hai Village in Cat Ba island. You will take the bicycle trip along the village, admiring stunning scenery of the rice fields on the way. Stop at the village to relax and then visit an ancient local house, made from straw, mud, bamboo. (You can also choose to see the village by electric car at additional cost)
12:00: Return to the boat, where a great lunch is served on the day boat or on the beach ( if weather permits )
13:45: Kayaking to explore Van Boi Bay and visiting the local people who live in the floating village, followed by swimming at a pristine beach.
16:00: Back on board Mon Chéri Cruises. You are free to take a shower before enjoying the sunset party with a new group of guests.
19:15: Another great dining experience awaits you.
20:45 – 00:00: After finishing dinner, you can enjoy the landscape of the bay at night up on the top deck, relax with lovely music, enjoy drinks from the bar, try your luck again at squid fishing, watch a movie or retire to your room.
Overnight on board.

DAY 3: HA LONG BAY – HANOI

06:00: Wake up early to start your perfect day with Tai Chi class or watch the sunset on the top deck.
7:15: Breakfast is served while the boat sails to the Dark and Bright Cave (Sang Toi cave) where you will take a bamboo boat to visit the cave.
9:30: Check out your cabin while cruising back to the dock.
10:00: Take part in a cooking demonstration to learn how to prepare the Vietnamese traditional spring rolls.
11:30: Check out of Mon Cheri and return to port.
12:00: Luxury limousine transfer back to Hanoi.
15:00: Arrive at Hanoi. End of the trip.