UniCharm Cruise
Authentic Halong Bay Cruise Experience with UniCharm
UniCharm Cruise, operated by Vega Travel, is a boutique cruise designed for travelers seeking unique exploration away from crowded tourist spots. With over 20 years of experience organizing tours in Ha Long Bay, UniCharm offers a distinctive itinerary that uncovers the lesser-known routes of Lan Ha Bay and Cat Ba Island, providing a peaceful and authentic connection with nature.
Guests can enjoy activities such as kayaking, cycling through Cat Ba National Park to Viet Hai village, snorkeling, cooking classes, and seafood BBQ parties on the sundeck. Spacious cabins with private balconies and full amenities allow you to fully embrace the stunning bay views. UniCharm Cruise is the perfect choice for those looking for a distinctive journey filled with discovery and relaxation in Vietnam’s unspoiled natural beauty.
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Introduction
Itinerary
2 days 1 night on UniCharm Cruise
| Day | Activities | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | DAY 01: Ha Noi – Ha Long bay – Lan Ha bay – Anchor for overnight in Lan Ha Bay (L, D) In the morning Approximately 08:00 – 08:30 our professional tour guide and driver will pick you up at your hotel (in the old quarter) for a 3-hour drive through the Red river Delta to Ha Long city 11:30: Arrive at the wharf on Tuan Chau Island 12:30: Unicharm crew warmly welcome you on the boat and enjoy a welcome tropical drink under the sun in a pleasant atmosphere before you are taken to your room. In the afternoon 13:00: Enjoy fresh lunch on Unicharm luxury cruise ( We can cater vegetarian or vegan food on your request ) – Cruise on Ha Long Bay, past beautiful rocky islands and clear blue sea and the spectacular seascapes of Ha Long Bay in the Unique route heading to Lan Ha bay for kayaking and swimming. – Continue towards Lan Ha bay on the hidden route for different amazing sightseeing, pass by the Dark and Light cave, Frog lagoon, Ba Trai Dao beach, Stick islet, Buddhist statue stone…. – Arrive in Lan Ha bay, the biosphere reserved area of the World for kayaking and swimming – On each 2 – seat kayak our tour guide will lead you through the narrow lanes of the karst mountains to fishing villages – Paddle under a tunnel grotto a stunning lagoon (depending on the tide sometimes ). Here you can swimming in the emerald waters or you can also reach some secluded beaches for a while relaxing lying on sand… – Enjoy the sunset falling on the crystal bay. In the evening – Join a cooking class : Our experienced Chef will show you how to make some famous Vietnamese traditional dishes that you can easily demonstrate home for your family after this trip. – Enjoy dinner and overnight on the lovely peaceful bay once on your lifetime. – Squid fishing is a good choice to those who love night tranquility. – Enjoy a peaceful lovely night on the bay |
Hanoi - Lan Ha Bay |
| 2 | DAY 02: Lan Ha bay –Viet Hai village – Ha Long bay – Ha Noi (B, Br) In the morning 06:00: At the crack of dawn, you can walk to the sun deck to experience a spectacular sunrise before having a light breakfast. (Breakfast time: 6.30AM-8.00 AM) 07:00: Tender ship to Cat Ba Island, Viet Hai dock for a bicycle trip to Viet Hai village. Ride a bike for 30 minutes on the shadowed paths, enjoying the landscape on the way to the village located in a beautiful valley of the National Park of Cat Ba. – Visit a local house to get to know about the local people as well as their daily life of work or visit the island school… – Afterward cycling back and tender to return to the cruise. Relaxing on board or swimming in the bay or breathing nature on the large sundeck chairs. 10:30: check out and start cruising on another route throughout thousands of limestone islands and islets, taking precious Uni pictures meanwhile enjoying our tasteful brunch. 12:00: arrive back at Ha Long dock. In the afternoon 12:10: Disembark, say goodbye Halong Bay and drive back to Hanoi – Estimated to arrive in Hanoi between 15:00 – 15:30 – We will drop you back to Vega office or to your hotel. (in the old quarter) |
Lan Ha Bay - Hanoi |
3 days 2 nights on UniCharm Cruise
| Day | Activities | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | DAY 01: Ha Noi – Ha Long bay – Lan Ha bay- anchor for overnight in Lan Ha Bay (L, D) In the morning Approximately 08:00 – 08:30 our professional tour guide and driver will pick you up at your hotel (in the old quarter) for a 3-hour drive through the Red river Delta to Ha Long city In the afternoon 13:00: Enjoy fresh lunch on Unicharm Luxury cruise ( We can cater vegetarian or vegan food on your request ) Join a cooking class: Our experienced Chef will show you how to make some famous Vietnamese traditional dishes that you can easily demonstrate home for your family after this trip. |
Hanoi - Lan Ha Bay |
| 2 | DAY 02: Trekking through the National Park of Cat Ba – Overnight on Unicharm Cruise (B, L, D) In the morning 06.00: At the crack of dawn, you can walk to the sun deck to experience a spectacular sunrise before having a light breakfast. (Breakfast time: 6.30AM-8.00 AM) 07:10: Tender ship to Cat Ba Island, Viet Hai dock for a bicycle trip to Viet Hai village. In the afternoon Walk on the on-cliff path for spectacular landscapes…from the beach Cat Co 1 to Cat Co 3 In the evening Enjoy Dinner on the boat desk |
Lan Ha Bay |
| 3 | DAY 03: Lan Ha bay– Ha Long bay – Hanoi (B, Br) In the morning Swim and relaxing on the cruise and enjoying the tranquil atmosphere of Lan Ha Bay Enjoy breakfast with the dawn rising from the bay (Breakfast time: 6.30AM-8.00 AM) 10:30: check out and start cruising on another route throughout thousands of limestone islands and islets, taking precious Uni pictures meanwhile enjoying our tasteful brunch. 12:00: arrive back at Ha Long dock In the afternoon 12:10: Disembark, say goodbye Ha Long Bay and drive back to Hanoi 15:00 – 15:30. |
Lan Ha Bay - Hanoi |
Tour details
NOTE
- The quotation does not include surcharges on Vietnamese Lunar New Year (17th-20th Feb 2026), Christmas (24th Dec) and New Year Eve (31th Dec).
- Child policy: Age of children based on date of birth, please contact for more information.
- Extra charge: please contact for more information.
- Charter: please contact for more information.
TRIP INCLUDED
- All meals on board as itinerary
- Complimentary bottled water in the cabin
- Welcome drink
- Entrance and sightseeing fees
- Kayaking
- Cooking demonstration
- English-speaking guide
- Government Tax
TRIP EXCLUDED
- Shuttle bus: Hanoi – Halong – Hanoi (City center)
- Visa Arrangements
- Beverages, Tips, and Personal Expenses
- All other services not clearly mentioned in Inclusions
ATTENTION
- What to bring: Original passport, swimming suites, sun glasses, some cash in Vietnamese Dong / USD for personal expenses (do not accept credit card payments on board), bring something warm to wear [From Dec till March]
- The program may be subject to change depending on weather conditions or specific tides without announcing to visitors in advance.
- Time in the schedule is only relative. The exact time will be informed before departure time.
- All activities are included in the program. Guests can choose to relax themselves and enjoy the scenery on board, without having to fully participate in activities above.
Visitors are not recommended on board (for safety reasons):
- Person with disability: physical or sensory.
- Person who has symptoms of hallucinations, sleepwalking, fear of being enclosed, epilepsy…
- Person who is older than 80.
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