If you want a package that can make the most out of your off time, the Violet Halong Bay Cruise 2 Days 1 Night Itinerary is the one. The 2-day program smartly arranges your time in the legendary bay so that it can inspire a longer voyage in the nearest future. Getting a beautiful glimpse of Halong Bay highlights, you will come to understand why it is called one of the best cruising destinations in the world. Named “The Dragon Passage,” this itinerary will take you on a beautiful sailing route to the treasured fishing village and islets that make up the fame of this “Bay of the Descending Dragon.”

Day 01: Tuan Chau Harbor – Cua Van Fishing Village (L/D)

Violet Halong welcomes you aboard with drinks, a cruise briefing, and friendly staff. Go on checking in your suites and room facilities. Spend your first minutes you’re onboard to marveling at the emerald sea and limestone formations. The majestic seascape will keep your eyes entertained. Raise your cameras to capture amazing photo shoots.

The vessel will stop at the iconic Cua Van Fishing Village, which is home to generations of indigenous Halong fishermen. Take this opportunity to learn about the locals’ aquacultural traditions. You will embark on a little bamboo boat rowed by the villagers to visit the floating houses and shops. Or if you want to actively explore the sites, enjoy kayaking. Another stop of the day tour is the Cua Van Cultural Center where you can find numerous archaeological artifacts and pictures about the history and culture of Halong.

By tender, you will reach the antique Tien Ong Cave and be astonished by the fossil evidence inside the cave, which could be dated back to 10,000 – 8,000 BC of human civilization. The cave remains mystic and ancient with interesting stalagmites and stalactites. The guided tour into the cave might provide pieces of historical information about its construction, local story, and facts.

Around sunset, you will be back to the Violet vessel for watching the magical twilight that hundreds of lights are shimmering in the gloaming. Have your cocktails ready and marvel at the impeccable view. The cruise will proceed to its anchoring area. Meanwhile, the skilled chef will show you how to cook Vietnamese food; you will receive a recipe for later practice if you like.

When it comes to dinnertime, let’s enjoy a multi-course a-la-carte menu in the cozy restaurant. Later at night, get entertained by the squid fishing activity. The newly caught squid will be served as your dinner snack. After all the entertaining things you want to do, be immersed in the precious peace of the Bay at night. Sleep tight.

Day 02: Ti Top Island – Tuan Chau Harbor (B)

You can either head to the sundeck to awaken your mind and unlock your joints via Tai Chi exercises or go directly to the dining room for freshly brewed coffee and pastries. This morning, the Violet cruise will take you to the well-known Ti Top Island. It was named after the Russian astronaut “German Titov” who visited the island in 1962 together with President Ho Chi Minh. The island’s name represented the friendship between the two countries. Not only is historical, but the island is very gorgeous thanks to the pristine sandy beach for swimming and photography. You can also try climbing 400 stone steps to access the peak of the island and get a rewarding view of the entire bay.

Return onboard, take a good rest, and get ready for check-out. You have free time for ease, relaxing on the sundeck or in the dining room and the panoramic bar. Enjoy some of the last cruising moments as it’s heading back to the harbor.

The Violet Halong Bay Cruise 2 days 1 night is concluded.