Lyra Grandeur Cruise

Lyra Grandeur Cruise — Itinerary

Lyra Grandeur Cruise — 2 Days 1 Night

Day 1: Hanoi → Tuan Chau → Lan Ha Bay

Noon — 12:00–12:30: Warm welcome at Tuan Chau Marina. Check-in & tender transfer to Lyra Grandeur Cruise. Buffet lunch at fine-dining restaurant — vegetarian & special diet menus available.

Afternoon: Lyra Grandeur Cruise anchors at Ao Ech Area. Enjoy seasonal swimming pool, jacuzzi, floating ocean pool, inflatable water slide & kayaking. Sunbathe on the sundeck or play mini-golf. Sunset Happy Hour — Buy 2 Get 1 Free at Piano Lounge & sundeck. Complimentary canapés & exotic drinks while watching sunset. Join cooking demonstration guided by onboard chefs.

Evening: Fusion feast at Harmony of the Sea Restaurant — seafood & 5-star dishes. Evening activities: casino games at Cigar & Poker Room, board games at Spirit of the Sea Lounge, or night squid fishing. Overnight in spacious cabin. Meals included: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2: Lan Ha Bay → Tuan Chau → Hanoi

Morning: Tai Chi on Ocean Sky Sundeck. Superb breakfast served. Excursion to Dark & Bright Cave — explore by traditional rowing bamboo boat or kayak. Return to Lyra Grandeur Cruise — leisure time to sunbathe or relax.

Noon: Check-out starts at 9:30 AM while Lyra Grandeur Cruise sails back. Buffet brunch served. Disembark Tuan Chau Marina — journey ends approx. 11:45–12:00. Meals included: Breakfast, Brunch

Lyra Grandeur Cruise — 3 Days 2 Nights Extended Itinerary

Day 1: Hanoi → Tuan Chau → Lan Ha Bay

Same as 2D1N itinerary: welcome, lunch, Ao Ech pools & activities, Happy Hour, cooking demo, fine dining, overnight. Meals included: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2: Lan Ha Bay → Ba Trai Dao → Viet Hai Village

Morning: Sunrise & Tai Chi session. Light breakfast. Speedboat to Viet Hai Pier ~8:00 AM. Explore Viet Hai Village by bicycle or electric car — meet locals, visit cave & lagoon, ancient house, try fish massage. Continue to Ba Trai Dao Beach — relax on pristine sand or swim in crystal-clear water.

Afternoon: Return to Lyra Grandeur Cruise. Lunch at Harmony of the Sea Restaurant ~13:00. Vietnamese Tea Ceremony experience. Happy Hour continues — Buy 2 Get 1 Free drinks.

Evening: Fine dining meal. Evening activities — poker, squid fishing, board games. Overnight onboard. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Lan Ha Bay → Tuan Chau → Hanoi

Morning: Tai Chi on Ocean Sky Sundeck. Superb breakfast. Excursion to Dark & Bright Cave — bamboo boat or kayak exploration. Return to Lyra Grandeur Cruise — leisure time.

Noon: Check-out at 9:30 AM. Buffet brunch served while cruising back. Disembark Tuan Chau Marina — journey ends approx. 11:45–12:00. Transfer back to Hanoi. Meals included: Breakfast, Brunch

What Is Included

• Welcome at Tuan Chau Marina & tender boat transfer
• All meals as listed: lunch, dinner, breakfast, brunch
• Vegetarian & special dietary menus available
• Access to Ao Ech Area — seasonal pool, jacuzzi, floating ocean pool, water slide, kayaks
• Mini-golf course & sundeck access
• Sunset Happy Hour — Buy 2 Get 1 Free drinks
• Complimentary canapés at sunset
• Cooking demonstration with onboard chefs
• Tai Chi session on Ocean Sky Sundeck each morning
• Dark & Bright Cave — bamboo boat or kayak excursion
• Viet Hai Village — speedboat transfer, bicycle or electric car tour, fish massage
• Ba Trai Dao Beach access
• Vietnamese Tea Ceremony experience
• Evening entertainment — casino, board games, squid fishing
• Access to Harmony of the Sea Restaurant, Piano Lounge & bars
• Complimentary Wi-Fi onboard

Not included: Shuttle bus from Hanoi, beverages outside Happy Hour, personal expenses, tips

About Lyra Grandeur Cruise & Lan Ha Bay

Lyra Grandeur Cruise — Elegance & Adventure Combined

Lyra Grandeur Cruise offers a refined, activity-rich journey through Lan Ha Bay — where modern luxury meets unspoiled nature. From the moment you step aboard, Lyra Grandeur Cruise balances indulgence with discovery: sparkling pools and gourmet dining sit alongside kayaking, village visits, and cultural experiences. Every detail — from the warm welcome at Tuan Chau Marina to the final brunch on the return voyage — is crafted to make your stay on board feel as exceptional as the scenery surrounding you.

Ao Ech — The Bay’s Vibrant Playground

Ao Ech is where Lyra Grandeur Cruise drops anchor — a sheltered, emerald cove ringed by forested karst peaks. Here, the vessel opens its full range of water facilities: a seasonal swimming pool, jacuzzi, floating ocean pool, and inflatable water slide bring joy to guests of every age. Kayaks let you glide silently through hidden channels where the only sounds are your paddle and the call of birds. As the sun dips low, the atmosphere softens — canapés appear, music fills the air at the Piano Lounge, and the sky turns deep orange over the Gulf of Tonkin. Ao Ech is where the fun begins — and Lyra Grandeur Cruise makes it unforgettable.

Dark & Bright Cave — Magic Beneath the Rock

Dark & Bright Cave is Lan Ha Bay’s most treasured natural wonder — a low limestone tunnel that opens into a hidden circular lagoon completely enclosed by towering, tree-draped cliffs. Lyra Grandeur Cruise offers two ways to experience it: paddle your own kayak through still, glassy water, or relax aboard a traditional rowing bamboo boat guided by locals who know these waters intimately. As you glide beneath the rock arch, light softens and the world falls quiet — until you emerge into the lagoon, where sunlight filters through the canopy and reflects off the emerald surface. It is a moment of pure, breathless magic.

Viet Hai Village — Life Deep in the Forest

On the extended itinerary, Lyra Grandeur Cruise takes you further still — to Viet Hai Village, a secluded community nestled deep within Cat Ba National Park, accessible only by water. Ride a bicycle or glide quietly in an electric car along paths that wind through primeval forest and vast rice fields. Visit ancient homes built with materials gathered from the surrounding land, meet families who have lived here for generations, and try fish massage — a soothing, unusual local practice that has become a beloved tradition. Viet Hai is not just a place to visit; it is a window into a slower, kinder way of life.

Ba Trai Dao Beach — Three Graces by the Shore

Ba Trai Dao — “Three Peaches” — takes its name from three graceful, rounded islets that rise from turquoise water just off the beach. Lyra Grandeur Cruise brings you to this pristine stretch of sand, where the water is crystal-clear and the shoreline is shaded by gentle trees. There are no loud crowds or bustling vendors here — just the soft rustle of leaves, the warm sand beneath your feet, and the quiet rhythm of the waves. It is the perfect place to pause, breathe, and remember what true relaxation feels like.

Culture, Cuisine & Connection

Beyond the sights and activities, Lyra Grandeur Cruise weaves culture into every day. Tai Chi at sunrise grounds you in the moment, linking your breath to the bay’s own calm rhythm. The cooking demonstration invites you to learn the secrets behind beloved Vietnamese dishes, guided by chefs who love sharing their craft. The Vietnamese Tea Ceremony offers quiet reflection, explaining traditions that have shaped daily life for centuries. Evenings bring people together — over fine fusion dinners, over games, over squid fishing under a sky brilliant with stars. These shared moments are what make Lyra Grandeur Cruise feel like home.

Practical Information

• Welcome & Boarding: Tuan Chau Marina — 12:00–12:30 PM check-in, tender transfer to Lyra Grandeur Cruise
• Check-out: 9:30 AM on final day
• Disembarkation: Approx. 11:45–12:00 at Tuan Chau Marina
• Shuttle Bus: Hanoi pickup — extra fee, book in advance
• Happy Hour: Buy 2 Get 1 Free drinks — advertised hours apply
• Special Diets: Vegetarian & dietary menus available — advise at booking
• Program Changes: Programs & schedules subject to change without prior notice
• Bad Weather Policy: Cancellation decision made by Management Board of Halong Bay; alternative arrangement or refund offered per policy

Guest Reviews

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ — “Elegant, fun, unforgettable!”
“Lyra Grandeur Cruise exceeded expectations. Ao Ech pools and water slide were amazing. Dark & Bright Cave by bamboo boat was pure magic. Food outstanding — so many choices. Happy Hour great value. Book Lyra Grandeur Cruise!”
— Elena & family, United Kingdom

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ — “3 days was perfect”
“Viet Hai Village was the highlight — cycling, fish massage, ancient homes. Ba Trai Dao Beach beautiful and quiet. Lyra Grandeur Cruise staff warm and attentive. Tea Ceremony was lovely surprise. Highly recommended!”
— David & Linh, Canada

⭐⭐⭐⭐ — “Luxury, relaxed, great value”
“Everything ran smoothly from welcome to farewell. Note transfer is extra — clearly stated. Brunch delicious. Lyra Grandeur Cruise strikes wonderful balance between activity and relaxation. Great choice!”
— Thomas, Germany