Venus Cruise

Venus Cruise — Itinerary

Venus Cruise — 2 Days 1 Night

Day 1: Tuan Chau → Lan Ha Bay

Morning: Check-in at waiting lounge at Tuan Chau Pier.

Afternoon: Embark Venus Cruise. Safety briefing by Cruise Manager. Cabin check-in. Hearty lunch served while cruising Lan Ha Bay. Anchor at Tra Bau Area — kayak or swim in emerald waters. Return to Venus Cruise. Sunset Party on sundeck — complimentary fruits & snacks. Venus Sky Bar Happy Hour. Cooking class — learn to make traditional Vietnamese dishes.

Evening: Dinner served at 19:15. Relax on sundeck, order drinks from bar, try squid fishing, or book massage (extra fee). Overnight onboard. Meals included: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2: Lan Ha Bay → Tuan Chau

Morning: Tai Chi session on sundeck. Light breakfast — tea, coffee, pastries. Cruise to Dark-Bright Cave. Bamboo boat trip through peaceful lagoon & rocky islands. Return to Venus Cruise for check-out.

Check-out & Disembarkation: Brunch served. Farewell. Disembark Tuan Chau Pier approx. 11:00 AM. Meals included: Breakfast, Brunch

Venus Cruise — 3 Days 2 Nights Extended Itinerary

Day 1: Tuan Chau → Lan Ha Bay

Same as 2D1N itinerary: lounge check-in, embarkation, briefing, lunch, Tra Bau kayaking/swimming, Sunset Party, Happy Hour, cooking class, dinner, overnight. Meals included: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2: Viet Hai Village → Ba Trai Dao Area

Morning: Dawn viewing on sundeck. Tai Chi session. Breakfast served. Day boat to further Lan Ha Bay. Visit Viet Hai Village on Cat Ba Island — cycle along rustic paths, visit traditional house, try fish massage, admire tranquil scenery. Lunch at local restaurant or onboard day boat.

Afternoon: Cruise to Ba Trai Dao Beach — isolated white sandy beach. Play volleyball, sunbathe, or swim in crystal-clear water. Return to Venus Cruise approx. 16:30. Freshen up & relax — swimming, massage, cooking class, Happy Hour.

Evening: Delicious dinner served. Free time — socializing, squid fishing, TV. Overnight onboard. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Lan Ha Bay → Tuan Chau

Morning: Tai Chi session on sundeck. Light breakfast served. Cruise to Dark-Bright Cave. Bamboo boat trip through peaceful lagoon & islets.

Check-out & Disembarkation: Return to Venus Cruise. Check-out. Brunch served. Farewell. Disembark approx. 11:00 AM. Meals included: Breakfast, Brunch

What Is Included

• Check-in at Tuan Chau Pier waiting lounge
• All meals as listed: lunch, dinner, breakfast, brunch
• Cruise briefing & safety instructions
• Entrance & access: Tra Bau Area, Dark-Bright Cave, Viet Hai Village, Ba Trai Dao Beach
• Kayaking equipment & life jackets
• Tai Chi session on sundeck each morning
• Sunset Party — complimentary fruits & snacks
• Happy Hour discounts at Venus Sky Bar
• Vietnamese cooking class with chef
• Bamboo boat ride at Dark-Bright Cave
• Day boat transfer to Viet Hai Village & Ba Trai Dao Beach
• Bicycle exploration at Viet Hai Village
• Fish massage experience at Viet Hai Village
• Access to sundeck, restaurant, Venus Sky Bar & lounge areas
• Complimentary Wi-Fi onboard

Not included: Shuttle bus/transfer from Hanoi, massage service, beverages outside Happy Hour, personal expenses, tips

About Venus Cruise & Lan Ha Bay

Venus Cruise — Warmth & Natural Beauty Combined

Venus Cruise offers a heartfelt, welcoming voyage through Lan Ha Bay — where pristine nature, genuine hospitality, and authentic local experiences come together in perfect harmony. From the moment you check in at Tuan Chau Pier until your final brunch on the return, Venus Cruise balances relaxation with discovery: peaceful coves, ancient villages, golden sunsets, and hands-on cultural moments that make every day feel meaningful. Venus Cruise does not just show you Lan Ha Bay — it invites you to feel at home here.

Tra Bau Area — Kayak Through Emerald Waters

Tra Bau is Venus Cruise’s first afternoon anchorage — a sheltered, glass-smooth bay ringed by forested karst peaks where the water glows deep green in the afternoon light. Slip into your kayak and glide silently through winding channels where the only sounds are your paddle and the call of birds. Or simply swim — the water here is clear, calm, and wonderfully refreshing. Back on board, the atmosphere shifts: fruits and snacks appear on the sundeck, drinks flow at Happy Hour, and the sun dips low, painting the sky in soft orange and gold. This is Lan Ha Bay at its most peaceful — and Venus Cruise places you right in its heart.

Dark-Bright Cave — Light, Water, and Wonder

Dark-Bright Cave is Lan Ha Bay’s most beloved natural treasure — a low limestone passage that opens into a hidden circular lagoon completely enclosed by towering, tree-draped cliffs. Venus Cruise takes you there aboard a traditional bamboo boat, rowed gently through the dim, cool passage until you emerge into sunlight and the emerald lagoon spreads before you. It is a moment of pure magic — quiet, timeless, and unforgettable — and a perfect way to begin your final morning with Venus Cruise.

Viet Hai Village — Life Deep in the Forest

On the extended itinerary, Venus Cruise takes you further still — to Viet Hai Village, a secluded community nestled deep within Cat Ba National Park, reachable only by water. Ride a bicycle along quiet dirt paths that wind through primeval forest and vast rice fields. Visit traditional homes built with bamboo and wood 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. Lunch at a local restaurant offers authentic, home-cooked flavours prepared with ingredients grown just steps away. Viet Hai is not just a destination — it is a living, breathing reminder of life’s simpler, kinder joys.

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. Venus Cruise brings you to this isolated stretch of white sand, where the water is crystal-clear and the shoreline is shaded by gentle trees. Play volleyball with new friends, spread a towel and sunbathe, or simply wade in the warm, shallow water. There are no crowds here, no loud vendors — just the soft rustle of leaves, the warm sand beneath your feet, and the quiet rhythm of the waves. It is pure, unhurried relaxation — and Venus Cruise gives you plenty of time to enjoy it.

Culture, Connection & Comfort

What makes Venus Cruise truly special is how it 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 class invites you to carry home a taste of Vietnam — guided by chefs who love sharing their craft. Sunset Party brings everyone together on the sundeck — sharing food, drinks, and stories as the day ends. Evenings are gentle and social — over dinner, over games, over squid fishing under a sky brilliant with stars. These shared moments are what turn a trip into a memory — and Venus Cruise makes them all possible.

Practical Information

• Check-in: Waiting lounge at Tuan Chau Pier — as scheduled
• Check-out: Morning of final day — before brunch
• Disembarkation: Approx. 11:00 AM at Tuan Chau Pier
• Transfer: Hanoi service — extra fee, book in advance
• Massage: Available onboard — extra charge
• Program Changes: Schedules & routes subject to change without prior notice
• Bad Weather Policy: Cancellation decision by Management Board of Halong Bay; alternative arrangement or refund offered per policy

Guest Reviews

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ — “Venus Cruise was warm and wonderful!”
“Tra Bau kayaking so peaceful. Dark-Bright Cave by bamboo boat was pure magic. Sunset Party such a nice touch. Staff friendly and attentive throughout. Book Venus Cruise!”
— Sophie & family, United Kingdom

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ — “3 days was perfect”
“Viet Hai Village cycling unforgettable — fish massage fun too. Ba Trai Dao Beach beautiful and quiet. Venus Cruise feels welcoming and personal.”
— David & Linh, Canada

⭐⭐⭐⭐ — “Relaxed, authentic, great value”
“Everything ran smoothly. Brunch delicious. Venus Cruise strikes lovely balance between activity and downtime. Great choice!”
— Thomas, Germany