Ylang Cruise 3 Days 2 Nights
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Ylang Cruise 3 Days 2 Nights
Wellness & Nature in a Boutique Indochine Sanctuary
Step into a world of refined serenity with the Ylang Cruise, a boutique vessel by Heritage Line designed to blend Indochine elegance, soft adventure, and mindful wellness. Cruising the untouched expanse of Lan Ha Bay and Cat Ba Island, this 3-day, 2-night journey is a luxurious immersion into nature, local culture, and inner peace.
With just 10 exquisitely designed suites, a glass-walled dining room, a wellness studio, and an expansive spa with sauna and steam bath, Ylang offers an intimate and rejuvenating escape. Expect curated shore excursions to Viet Hai Village and Cat Ba National Park, sunrise Tai Chi, guided singing bowl meditation, and time to simply unwind amidst stunning seascapes.
Perfect for couples, wellness seekers, and slow travelers, Ylang is not just a cruise—it’s a floating retreat in Vietnam’s most tranquil waters.
HIGHLIGHT:
- 🚢 Boutique Indochine-Style Luxury
- Only 10 suites, each with a private balcony, elegant interiors, and ocean views
- Expansive wellness facilities: full-service spa, steam room, sauna, and wellness studio
- Elegant, light-filled panoramic dining room with curated cuisine
🚴 Immersive Cultural Excursions
- Cycle through Viet Hai Village, a secluded island community surrounded by jungle
- Visit local homes and witness traditional, self-sufficient ways of life
🌿 Cat Ba National Park Exploration
- Guided walk through the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve
- Chance to spot rare wildlife including macaques, deer, and civets
🧘 Wellness & Meditation
- Daily Tai Chi sessions on the sundeck at sunrise
- Optional evening singing bowl meditation in a tranquil studio setting
- Spa treatments available throughout the cruise
🛶 Lan Ha Bay Adventures
- Morning kayak in Frog Lake, navigating through emerald waters and limestone formations
- Swimming, sunbathing, and quiet time on natural beaches and the ship’s terrace dec
Detail Itineraries
Transfer to Halong, cruise to Lan Ha Bay and visit Cat Ba island.
If transport is included, our driver will pick you up from your hotel in the heart of Hanoi. From there, we’ll begin our journey to Halong City, enjoying a scenic drive through the picturesque Red River Delta. The trip takes approximately 2.5 to 3 hours, with a convenient stop along the way for restrooms if needed.
Our driver Embark on a unique journey, meeting at Heritage Line’s lounge at Tuan Chau Marina. A short speedboat transfer takes you to your luxurious floating home, the starting point for exploring the wonders of Lan Ha Bay and Cat Ba Island. Lunch is served in the almost 360-, light-flooded, elegant dining room during we sail deeper into the bay. Unwind on the terrace deck or private balcony, soaking in the surreal seascape.
Mooring close to Cat Ba Island, we step on land heading to Viet Hai Village, nestled in a picturesque valley surrounded by jungle-cladded mountains. Cycling through this valley offers wonderful insights into the isolated life of the local inhabitants. The community, surrounded by thick forests and mountains, and only accessible by sea, is self-sufficient, cultivating vegetables, fruits, and fishing on the bay.
Returning to the ship, we sail to our overnight anchorage spot in Lan Ha Bay. Participate in a Vietnamese tea tasting, pamper yourself with spa a treatment, or enjoy some time in the sauna located in the ship’s vast spa area. After dinner offers you can opt for a guided “Singing Bowl Meditation” in the wellness studio or simply relax under the stars on the terrace deck or your private balcony to embrace the serenity of this surreal landscape.
* Please note that the itinerary may be subject to change without prior notice.
* Wifi is available onboard for free of charge. However, interruption is expected due to nature of internet signal at sea
Begin your day with a Tai Chi session on the terrace deck, offering a rejuvenating experience under the morning sun. During breakfast time the ship sails toward the northern access port to enter Cat Ba Island and its national park. A short scenic bus ride takes you through the lush park and the starting point for a leisurely hiking outing to get to know this designated biosphere reserve better. The Park hosts about 1,500 plant species, 78 avian, 20 reptilian and 32 mammalian species including deer, macaques, and civets.
Returning to the ship for lunch and some enjoyable sailing time reaching eventually a secluded spot for the afternoon activities. The afternoon is “at your own pace” with options including relaxing on a natural beach, swimming in the bay, enjoying spa treatments, steam bath, or sauna back on board. Make the most of this unhurried afternoon, creating enduring memories in Lan Ha Bay.
As the sun sets, the ship sails to its overnight mooring spot. Savour a multi-course dinner and join again our guided “Singing Bowl Meditation” or retire to your suite to unwind on your private balcony.
Wake up early for a Tai Chi session on the terrace deck. Traditional Vietnamese coffee, tea and breakfast pastries await in the dining room for a first bite. The ship sails to a place called “Frog Lake”, a secluded area which is perfect for an energetic morning excursion by kayak. Explore this captivating marine landscape with cliffs stretching vertically out of the water and you feel a sense of freedom while paddling through a labyrinth of jade-green water, rocks and vivid tree-topped islets.
Back on board, we serve a hearty breakfast or brunch while cruising back to the disembarkation spot, from where we transfer you back to the pier by speedboat. Savour the last moments of this unique journey while relaxing on the terrace deck. Transfer back to your hotel in Hanoi.
hotels list
| Recommended hotels or the similar with the same category | ||
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| Destination | 5 Star Package | Room Type |
| Halong Bay | Ylang Cruise | – |
Included/Exclude
- Luxury room and facilities as ordered.
- All onboard meals as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Kayaking, cooking demonstration, Tai chi session, swimming in the sea (if the weather permits), squid fishing.
- English speaking tour guide and onboard service fee.
- Welcoming drink, two bottles of water in cabin.
- Onboard insurance, sightseeing fees.
- Transportation Hanoi – Halong – Hanoi by private car
- International flight from/to your country
- Accommodation in Hanoi pre & post cruise
- Visa arrangements
- Beverages & Massage
- Personal expenses & medical services
- Tips and other expenses not mentioned in inclusions
