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Indochine Cruise 2 Days/1 Night

Indochine Cruise 2 Days/1 Night is a Lan Ha Bay cruise with local support from Ava Travel. Send us your date and group preference... From $150.

Lan Ha Bay cruise overview

Indochine Cruise 2 Days/1 Night is a Lan Ha Bay heritage-style luxury cruise selected for travellers who want a clear overnight cruise plan and local support from Ava Travel Hanoi. Indochine Cruise is a heritage-style Lan Ha Bay cruise with a warm, decorative look and a comfortable overnight rhythm.

Why choose Indochine Cruise 2 Days/1 Night?

It suits guests who want a more atmospheric boat than a plain modern vessel, while still keeping the itinerary easy for a 2-day trip from Hanoi. This product page is written to help you understand whether the cruise fits your travel style before you reserve a cabin.

  • Best for: travellers who want classic design, comfort, and a quiet Lan Ha Bay route.
  • Main strengths: heritage atmosphere, comfortable cabins, strong Lan Ha Bay fit.
  • Before you book: Ask Ava to confirm pickup timing and route notes because the programme can shift with bay conditions.

2-day itinerary for Indochine Cruise 2 Days/1 Night

Departure: Tuan Chau Marina. Route focus: Lan Ha Bay. This is the typical 2-day, 1-night programme for this cruise; timing can change with tide, weather, harbour instructions, and the operator schedule on your exact date.

  • Day 1 · 11:30 · Board Indochine Cruise: Check in for the heritage-style Lan Ha Bay route.
  • Day 1 · 12:45 · Lunch toward Lan Ha Bay: Cruise through Halong's southern channel while lunch is served.
  • Day 1 · 15:00 · Dark and Bright Cave or Tra Bau: Bamboo boat, kayaking, or swimming depending on the day's operating route.
  • Day 1 · 17:30 · Sunset and dinner: Sunset on deck, cooking demo, and dinner.
  • Day 2 · 06:15 · Tai chi and breakfast: Morning deck session and light breakfast.
  • Day 2 · 08:00 · Lan Ha Bay scenic return: Short morning cruise or cave activity before check-out.
  • Day 2 · 11:30 · Brunch and Tuan Chau return: Brunch and disembark.

Ava Travel checks the latest operating file before payment, so you know whether your departure uses this standard route or a seasonal adjustment.

Cabins and who it suits

Cabin names and layouts vary by operator, but the main choice is usually between a standard sea-view cabin, a balcony or higher-deck cabin, and a larger suite or family setup. Couples should usually prioritise balcony position and deck level. Families should confirm bedding, child pricing, and whether connecting or larger cabins are available.

If you are choosing between several cruises, tell Ava your travel date, group size, budget, and preferred comfort level. We will compare live availability and explain whether Indochine Cruise 2 Days/1 Night is the best fit or whether another Halong, Lan Ha, or Bai Tu Long Bay cruise would suit you better.

Booking tips from Ava Travel

  • Book earlier for weekends, public holidays, and the October to April high season.
  • Ask us to confirm whether transfer from Hanoi is included or quoted separately.
  • Tell us about vegetarian, vegan, allergy, honeymoon, birthday, or mobility notes before confirmation.
  • For families, confirm child age, bed sharing, extra bed policy, and cabin capacity before checkout.

Frequently asked questions

Is Indochine Cruise 2 Days/1 Night suitable for first-time visitors?

Yes, it can work well for first-time visitors if the style and price match your expectations. Ava Travel will confirm the latest route, transfer timing, and cabin options before you pay.

What is usually included?

Most 2-day, 1-night cruises include accommodation, onboard meals, entrance fees for the scheduled route, and guided activities such as kayaking, cave visits, swimming, cooking class, or squid fishing. Final inclusions are confirmed for your exact departure date.

Can Ava Travel help choose the cabin?

Yes. Send us your group size and budget. We will check available categories, explain the trade-offs, and recommend the room setup that makes the most sense.

What happens if the weather changes?

Bay management and the cruise operator can adjust or cancel sailings for safety. If that happens, Ava Travel helps you understand the operator policy and the best available alternative.

What's included

1 night accommodation in selected cabin tierAll meals: lunch + dinner on Day 1, light breakfast + brunch on Day 2Welcome drink on arrival + 2 bottles of mineral water per cabin per dayEnglish-speaking guide and onboard activities crewSightseeing fees + overnight permit (Lan Ha Bay / Cat Ba Archipelago)Kayaking + cave/beach excursion as per itineraryCooking class demonstration (Day 2)Onboard travel insuranceVAT and service chargesDark Cave kayak tour with natural spring swim (Day 1 afternoon)Ba Trai Dao Beach swimming stop — Three Peaches Beach (Day 1 afternoon)Viet Hai Village bamboo boat excursion — traditional UNESCO-listed fishing communityTraditional music or storytelling session (Day 1 evening on deck)Mid-range steel cruise — 24 cabins; excellent Lan Ha Bay access via Cat Ba Island

The 2 days · 1 nights itinerary

Day 1

Hanoi → Cat Ba Island → Lan Ha Bay (Lunch & Dinner Included)

  • 07:30 – 08:00 Pick-up from Hanoi Old Quarter (add-on transfer available — confirm details with Ava after booking).
  • 08:00 – 11:30 Scenic transfer to Got Pier / Ben Beo Pier (Cat Ba Island).
  • 11:30 – 12:00 Board cruise — welcome drink, fresh towel, cabin check-in.
  • 12:00 – 13:00 Welcome lunch while sailing into Lan Ha Bay.
  • 13:30 – 15:30 Guided kayak to Dark Cave (freshwater spring cave); limestone cove swim.
  • 15:30 – 17:00 Ba Trai Dao Beach swimming stop — white sand, sheltered cove.
  • 17:00 – 18:30 Free time — relax on sundeck or in cabin.
  • 18:30 – 20:00 Set dinner with Lan Ha Bay seafood specialties; complimentary welcome cocktail on deck.
  • 20:00 – 21:30 Traditional music or storytelling session; top deck open bar (drinks purchased separately).
  • 21:30 Free evening — overnight anchored in Lan Ha Bay.
Day 2

Lan Ha Bay → Cave & Beach → Hanoi (Breakfast & Brunch Included)

  • 06:30 Optional sunrise Tai Chi or yoga session.
  • 07:00 – 07:30 Light Vietnamese breakfast (pho broth, baguette, tea, coffee).
  • 07:30 – 09:30 Bamboo boat through Viet Hai Village — UNESCO-listed traditional fishing village; cooking class with local recipes.
  • 09:30 – 10:30 Brunch on board while cruising back to port.
  • 10:30 – 11:00 Check-out, settle bills, farewell photos.
  • 11:30 – 12:00 Disembark at Got Pier / Ben Beo Pier.
  • 12:00 – 15:30 Transfer back to Hanoi (drop-off in Old Quarter).

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers for planning a Halong Bay or Lan Ha Bay overnight cruise with Ava Travel.

Halong Bay is approximately 160km east of Hanoi, usually about a 3 to 3.5-hour drive by expressway. Ava Travel can arrange shared shuttle or private transfer from Hanoi and confirm the exact pickup time before you book.
Lan Ha Bay is the southern extension of Halong Bay, near Cat Ba Island. It has similar limestone scenery but often feels quieter. Many premium cruises operate around Lan Ha Bay for a calmer overnight route.
A 2-day / 1-night cruise works well if your schedule is short and you want the classic overnight experience. A 3-day / 2-night cruise gives more time for kayaking, swimming, remote areas, and a slower pace.
The best months are usually October to April, when the weather is cooler and drier. Summer can still be beautiful, but rain and storm changes are more common, so Ava Travel checks weather and operator updates before departure.
Most overnight cruises include cabin accommodation, onboard meals, entrance fees for the scheduled route, and activities such as kayaking, cave visits, swimming, cooking class, or squid fishing. Drinks, spa, tips, and transfers depend on the cruise package and are confirmed before payment.
Send Ava Travel your travel date, group size, and cabin preference. We check live availability, confirm the best current price, explain inclusions, and help you complete secure checkout once everything is clear.

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