The boutique boat of the Aqua fleet on the classic Ha Long circuit — Sung Sot Cave, Titop Island and Luon Cave by kayak, boarding at Tuan Chau marina.
Aqua Classic Cruise — Ha Long Bay, 2 Days 1 Night
24 hoursBoutique · 22 cabins: Standard, Deluxe, Suite & Family · up to 48 guestsEasy
Experience highlights
Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave — the largest cave in Ha Long Bay, reached by tender
Titop Island: swim from the beach or climb to the panoramic viewpoint
Luon Cave by kayak or a rowed bamboo boat on the morning of Day 2
Sunset on the sundeck, then a Vietnamese cooking demonstration by the head chef
Outdoor Jacuzzi whirlpool on deck, restaurant and bar on board
Tai Chi at sunrise, karaoke and squid fishing after dinner
Boards at Aqua's own lounge in Tuan Chau International Marina
Your itinerary
Day 1 · 11:45
Check-in at Tuan Chau
Meet the Aqua Classic team at the Aqua lounge in Tuan Chau International Marina and check your luggage in before boarding — bring your passport or ID card for check-in.
Day 1 · 12:10
Welcome on board
The cruise manager and crew welcome you with the signature welcome drink, a safety briefing and the plan for the trip.
Day 1 · 12:30
Lunch under way
Lunch is served in the restaurant as the boat heads into Ha Long Bay and the limestone islands close in.
Day 1 · 14:15
Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave
The boat stops at Bo Nau (Pelican) Cave in the core World Heritage area; a tender takes you across to Sung Sot, the largest cave in Ha Long Bay.
Day 1 · 15:45
Titop Island
On by tender to Titop Island: swim, relax on the beach or climb the steps to the top for the panoramic view of the bay.
Day 1 · 17:00
Sunset on the sundeck
Back on the boat as it moves to the overnight anchorage — the sundeck for sunset and the sunset party.
Day 1 · 18:00
Cooking demonstration
The head chef demonstrates traditional Vietnamese dishes.
Day 1 · 19:15
Dinner
A fusion set menu in the restaurant.
Day 1 · 20:45
Evening on board
The bar, karaoke in the restaurant, squid fishing off the stern or the sundeck under the stars. Overnight at anchor.
Day 2 · 06:00
Tai Chi at sunrise
Tai Chi on the sundeck as the boat cruises towards Luon Cave; a light breakfast follows at 06:30.
Day 2 · 07:15
Luon Cave
Through Luon Cave by kayak or in a bamboo boat rowed by a local boatman — endemic plants and the limestone formations of the bay.
Day 2 · 09:00
Check-out
Back on board, pack and leave your luggage outside the cabin; the crew takes it ashore for you.
Day 2 · 09:45
Brunch to the marina
Brunch in the restaurant while the boat cruises back.
Day 2 · 10:45
Tuan Chau
Disembark at Tuan Chau International Marina — late morning; the exact time is confirmed together with your cabin.
Included
Standard cabin, two adults sharing
Meals as per the itinerary: one lunch, one dinner, one light breakfast and one brunch
Welcome drink on boarding
Tea and coffee in the cabin
Sunrise Tai Chi and the Vietnamese cooking demonstration on deck
Kayaking
Entrance fees for the sights on the itinerary
Cabin decoration for a proposal, honeymoon or anniversary — tell us when you book
Birthday cake if your birthday falls on the departure date
Evening squid fishing
Cruise guide on board
Wi-Fi on board — the signal is weak out in the bay
Daily karaoke at the restaurant
Onboard insurance and service charges
Not included
Drinks — there is a bar on board
Transfer between Hanoi and Tuan Chau — bookable as an add-on (limousine or shuttle bus), pickup from Old Quarter hotels or the Hanoi Opera House at 08:00
Accommodation before or after the cruise
Single, triple or family cabins, cabin upgrades and extra beds — quoted on request
Public-holiday and gala-dinner supplements — quoted on request for those dates
Tips and personal expenses
Anything not listed under What's included
Meals
Included: lunch and a fusion set-menu dinner on Day 1, a light breakfast and brunch on Day 2. Standard menus are served to all guests — tell us about allergies or dietary requirements at least 3 days before departure. Drinks are not included; there is a bar on board.
Sleep setting: Cruise cabin. Boarding and return: 12:00 Day 1 / 10:45 Day 2.
Before you book
Routes can change for weather or authority restrictions. Availability, guest requirements, pickup and final total are confirmed in writing.
A boutique cruise ship on four decks with four cabin classes: Standard, Deluxe, Suite and Family Suite.
The exact cabin is assigned before payment. Physical boat capacity is not live availability.
Standard Cabin
1 double bed · 2 single beds
Up to 3 guests · Sea view
Deck 1
Air conditioning · In-room safe · Kettle · Tea and coffee in the cabin · Free water in the cabin · Fruit in the cabin · Slippers · Hairdryer · Life jackets · Smoke detector
Air conditioning · In-room safe · Kettle · Tea and coffee in the cabin · Free water in the cabin · Fruit in the cabin · Slippers · Hairdryer · Life jackets · Smoke detector
Air conditioning · In-room safe · Kettle · Tea and coffee in the cabin · Free water in the cabin · Fruit in the cabin · Slippers · Hairdryer · Life jackets · Smoke detector
Air conditioning · In-room safe · Kettle · Tea and coffee in the cabin · Free water in the cabin · Fruit in the cabin · Slippers · Hairdryer · Life jackets · Smoke detector
Under 5: free within the operator’s cabin allowance. Other children and non-standard occupancy: operator quote. From 11, adult fare rules apply.
Child rates, solo occupancy, extra cabins and special nights are checked for your selected date. Cabin photographs follow the exact operator class references. The cabin class is a preference until availability and arrangement are confirmed.
