Day 1: Hanoi – Tuan Chau – Halong Bay – Overnight on board

Around 7:30 am: Pick-up from your hotel in Hanoi's Old Quarter, then transfer to Halong International Port by minivan (enjoy the scenery of the Red River Delta countryside). A shuttle will then transfer you to the Ambassador Cruise.

A welcome drink will be served, followed by a briefing on the cruise itinerary and onboard safety instructions. Afterward, you will settle into your cabin.

Lunch will be served as the boat cruises through the stunning Halong Bay, passing the famous Fighting Cock Island and the Thien Cung and Dau Go caves.

Your first excursion is a visit to the magnificent Sung Sot Cave and its panoramic view of Halong Bay.

Back on board, enjoy some free time (take advantage of the outdoor jacuzzi!), then participate in a traditional Vietnamese cooking class before enjoying Happy Hour while admiring the sunset. The crew anchors for the night, not far from Coconut Island.

This magnificent first day ends with dinner served on board. After dinner, try your luck squid fishing with the help of the crew!

Evening activities (spa, playing cards or chess, having a drink at the bar…) and overnight on board.

Day 2: Ha Long Bay – Cua Van Village – Overnight on board

Rise with the sun to greet it with a few Tai Chi movements on the upper deck. After breakfast, a shuttle boat will transfer you to the floating fishing village of Cua Van, a small community of about 700 people. You will visit it by rustic rowboat, with the help of the villagers.

Traditional lunch aboard the shuttle boat

You'll visit Ti Top Island, enjoy the beach and swimming, and if you're feeling adventurous, climb to the summit for breathtaking views of the bay.

Return to the Ambassador Cruise. Free time on board to relax, then join a cooking class before enjoying Happy Hour and the sunset.

Dinner time.

Dinner, evening activities, and overnight on board

Day 3: Ha Long Bay – Hanoi

Greet the new day with a few Tai Chi movements in the early morning light, then enjoy breakfast while taking in the spectacular views of the bay.

Visit the Tung Sau pearl farm and learn about the pearl jewelry-making process on a short but informative guided tour.

After the tour, you'll reboard the Ambassador for check-out, followed by brunch as the ship heads back to port.

Disembark and transfer to Hanoi. End of our services.

Highlights of a 3-day/2-night Ambassador Cruise:

• Treat yourself to a luxury cruise on one of the world's most beautiful bays.
• Explore the Surprise Cave – one of Halong Bay's most famous attractions.
• Visit the Cua Van fishing village by traditional bamboo boat.
• Swim and kayak in the bay's crystal-clear waters.