About Catherine Cruise
Launched in September 2023, Catherine Cruise embraces exceptional facilities, unique itineraries, and a deep focus on exploration of Halong Bay, granting passengers a delightful & authentic journey in this enchanting bay.
Boasting 39 spacious luxury cabins (ranging from 40m2 to 200m2) capable of accommodating up to 117 guests, this boat is an excellent choice for all types of travelers. Inspired by the elegant Indochine architecture, each room is thoughtfully designed with tasteful decors and sophisticated patterns, accompanied by the poetic bay views, creating a luxurious yet cozy ambience. All rooms are attentively equipped with an array of amenities, including an ocean-view bathtub, a private balcony, a minibar, sofa, TV, and more.
In addition to a pleasant stay, tourists are also guaranteed a fulfilling life on board with a wide selection of facilities. Catherine Cruise always has something to offer, whether you seek a rejuvenating experience with spa treatments, an open-air swimming pool, a relaxing rooftop bar,... or a captivating entertaining journey with a mini golf course, karaoke, wine & cigars cellar, etc.
Tourists are welcomed to create precious natural and cultural experiences with Catherine Cruise through fascinating activities of squid fishing, cooking demonstrations, kayaking, swimming, hiking, and so on. The off-deck excursion allows tourists to deeply explore the mesmerizing Halong Bay, promising a memorable journey filled with the magnificence of Luon Cave, Titov Island, Surprise Cave, Cua Van Fishing Village, Trinh Nu Cave, and so much more.
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4 things that we love most about Catherine Cruise
- Spacious cabins with private balcony & bathtub
- 4-season infinity swimming pool
- Unique excursions to deeply explore Halong Bay
- Children’s playground available on board
Full Itinerary
Day 1: Hanoi - Tuan Chau - Halong Bay
Morning: Get picked up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter (extra fee) and start a 2.5 hour drive to Tuan Chau Marina.
Afternoon: Check in onboard. Enjoy a welcome drink and listen to the safety briefing by the cruise manager while the vessel starts cruising to the bay. Lunch is served in the restaurant on 2nd deck. The first stop is Sung Sot Cave – the biggest and most beautiful cave in Halong Bay. The second stop is Titop Island for hiking or swimming (Towels are supplied). Back to the cruise, join a cooking class and enjoy Happy Hour promotion (Buy One Get One Free) at sunset time.
Evening: Set menu dinner is served at 7:00 pm. After dinner, you can try your hand at squid fishing or mini-golf, spa service, etc.
Meals included: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Halong Bay - Tuan Chau - Hanoi
Morning: Start your new day with Tai Chi session on the sundeck and refill your energy with a light breakfast in the restaurant. The cruise proceeds to Luon Cave. You will kayaking or paddleboarding through the cave and enjoy the peaceful scenery and majestic mountains here. Return to the vessel and get ready for check out at 9:30 am. Savor a hearty brunch buffet in the dining room while admiring the magnificent view of Halong Bay on the way back to the harbor. Disembark at around 11:00 am.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 1: Hanoi - Tuan Chau - Halong Bay
Morning: Get picked up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter (extra fee) and start a 2.5 hour drive to Tuan Chau Marina.
Afternoon: Check in onboard. Enjoy a welcome drink and listen to the safety briefing by the cruise manager while the vessel starts cruising to the bay. Lunch is served in the restaurant on 2nd deck. The first stop is Sung Sot Cave – the biggest and most beautiful cave in Halong Bay. The second stop is Titop Island for hiking or swimming (Towels are supplied). Back to the cruise, join a cooking class and enjoy Happy Hour promotion (Buy One Get One Free) at sunset time.
Evening: Set menu dinner is served at 7:00 pm. After dinner, you can try your hand at squid fishing or mini-golf, spa service, etc.
Meals included: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Halong Bay - Cua Van Fishing Village - Trinh Nu Cave
Morning: Early risers may want to refresh your body and mind with fresh air and a Taichi session on the sundeck. Light breakfast is ready at 6:45. At 8:30 am, a day boat will pick you up to head to deeper areas of the heritage and join the excursions for the whole day. Visit Cua Van floating fishing village by traditional sampan or kayak.
Afternoon: Enjoy lunch on the day boat. In the afternoon, explore Trinh Nu Cave area by kayak. At 3:00 pm, back to Catherine Cruise, relax in the swimming pool or join other onboard activities with new passengers.
Evening: Set menu dinner is served. Free time for squid fishing, mini-golf course, poker, spa service, or enjoying drinks at the bar.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Halong Bay - Tuan Chau - Hanoi
Morning: Start your new day with Tai Chi session on the sundeck and refill your energy with a light breakfast in the restaurant. The cruise proceeds to Luon Cave. You will kayaking or paddleboarding through the cave and enjoy the peaceful scenery and majestic mountains here. Return to the vessel and get ready for check out at 9:30 am. Savor a hearty brunch buffet in the dining room while admiring the magnificent view of Halong Bay on the way back to the harbor. Disembark at around 11:00 am.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Important Notes
- PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
- Trip cancellation due to bad weather in Halong Bay:
- The cancellation decision is made by Management Board of Halong Bay on the day of the trip in case of bad weather conditions. In such case, we will make alternative travel arrangement for you on request or offer refund in accordance with the cruise policy (Read more about cancellation due to bad weather).
Cruise Inclusions & Options
- More than 30 days prior to check-in: free of charge
- From 30 to 11 days prior to check-in: 15% of total rates
- From 10 to 7 days prior to check-in: 30% of total rates.
- Less than 7 days prior to check-in: 100% of total rates.
- No-Show: 100% of total rates.
- Cancellation notice must be in written form and send to us via email. Refund will be processed between 5-7 business days.
- Check in on board: 12:15pm.
- Check out: 10:45am.
- Return Hanoi: 2:30pm.
- The FOC rate for children under 4 years old is applicable for 1 (one) child sharing a cabin with 2 (two) adults. Only 1 (one) child under 4 years old traveling with two (2) adults is allowed for FOC per cabin.
- Children from 4-11 will pay extra charge 75% of adult rate.
- Children 12 and above must pay full fare as adult.
- Peak Season Surcharge: Surcharge $45/adult and $35/child for Gala dinner applies if guests stay on board on 24/12, 31/12 and Lunar New Year (28, 29, 30, 31/01/2025).
- Holiday Surcharge: Surcharge $30/adult if guests stay onboard on Independence Day Sep 2, 2025. Surcharge $45/guest if guests stay onboard on 30 April and 1 May.
- On the second day (2-night itinerary), you will travel on day boat and do not have access to mother boat and your cabin until later in the afternoon.
- Airfares and car transfers
- Visa arrangements
- Massage and spa services, karaoke
- Beverages, tips, and personal expenses
- All other services not clearly mentioned above
- 2-Day/3-Day cruise program
- Welcome drink
- Luxurious suites with en-suite bathrooms, air conditioning
- All meals on board
- Two bottles of water in the cabin
- Entrance and sightseeing fees
- In-house English-speaking tour guide
- Sampan boat trip, kayaking, squid fishing
- Cooking demonstration, Tai chi session
- Swimming pool, gym, poker area, mini-golf, kids corner
- Onboard insurance, and service charges
