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Amanda Cruise 3 Days/2 Nights
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About Amanda Cruise
4 things that we love most about Amanda Cruise
- Modern design combined with classical style
- Spacious and well-equipped cabins
- Ideal for couples and families
- Herbal foot bath on sundeck
Full Itinerary
Shuttle bus picks you up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter (if booking our service). Arrive Tuan Chau Marina by noon. Embark Amanda Cruise with a warm welcome from staff with welcome drink and cold towel. Check in your cabin before savoring a hearty lunch in the restaurant while the vessel cruises through hundreds of limestone islands and islets of Halong bay.
AfternoonThe cruise drops the first anchor at Trinh Nu Cave. The small tender brings you to the cave and you will kayak to discover the limestone mountains and the pristine sandy beach here. Back onboard at around 17:30 and participate in Sunset party & cooking class with traditional Vietnamese steamed rice rolls. At the same time, Happy Hour at the bar with Buy 2 get 1 drink free is ready until 18:30.
EveningEnjoy Gala dinner on the sundeck (if weather permits). After dinner, you can freely enjoy the night view from the top deck, book a massage (with surcharge), enjoy an herbal wood foot bath in your room (free of charge 01 herbal bag for each cabin), or fish squid. Overnight onboard.
Get up early to watch the sunrise, join Taichi class and enjoy breakfast before the day boat picks you up to explore Lan Ha Bay - the extension part of Halong Bay. Arrive at Dark-Bright Cave, you have around 1 hour and 1 half for kayaking in this peaceful area. Then, come back to the day boat and have lunch.
AfternoonThe day boat progresses to Ba Trai Dao Beach. You can sunbathe on the white sandy beach or immerse in the crystal clear water of Lan Ha Bay. Then, visit a Pearl Farm Exhibition Center and Museum to see how local people raise and harvest pearls on the bay. Back to Amanda Cruise to join the cruise with new passengers. Free time until dinner.
EveningSavor a brand new dinner in the restaurant. Then time for socializing with new passengers, ordering drinks at the bar, fishing squid, or relaxing in the room. Overnight onboard.
Early risers can try Taichi session on the sundeck. breakfast with coffee, tea, cake and fruit will be served while the ship moves to the second attraction. Visit Sung Sot cave - the largest cave in Halong bay with an area of 10,000 sqm and many stalactites and stalagmites. Back to the cruise to freshen up and pack your luggage.
9:30Check out your cabin. Enjoy lunch buffet in the dining area while watching the magnificent bay view on the way back to the harbor. Arrive at Tuan Chau Pier and get on bus to Hanoi.
Last updated 11:22 Thursday 17 Nov 2022
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 7 days prior to check-in: 10% of total rates
- From 6 to 3 days prior to check-in: 50% of total rates.
- Less than 3 days prior to check-in: 100% of total rates.
- No-Show: 100% of total rates.
- Cancellation notice must be in written form and sent to us via email.
- Check in on board: 12:00 PM
- Check out: 11:00 AM
- Return Hanoi: 3:00 PM
- The FOC rate for children under 5 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 5 - under 11 will pay an extra 75% of adult rate.
- Children aged 11 and above must pay full fare as an adult.
- Peak season surcharge: Surcharge of $40 per person per night applies for travel date on 24/12 and 31/12 and $5 per person per night on Lunar New Year (30/12, 1/1, 2/1, 3/1).
- On the second day, you will travel on a day boat and do not have access to the mother boat and your cabin until later in the afternoon (for 3 days/2 nights itinerary)
- Transportation Hanoi - Halong - Hanoi
- Beverages, tips, and gratuities
- Personal expenses
- All service and items not mentioned specifically in the Inclusions
- Tea, coffee, bottled mineral water and amenities according to room standards.
- All meals as mentioned in the itinerary
- Gala dinner on Sundeck (if the weather is favorable)
- Foot bath basin on the sundeck and free herbal bags
- Fruit in all rooms
- Complimentary meals with menu. Serving time:
- - Afternoon: from 15.00 to 16.30
- - Evening: from 21.00 to 23.30
- Cooking Class: Traditional Vietnamese steamed rice rolls
- Sunset Party
- WiFi on board Complementary room setup for birthday (if any), wedding anniversary, honeymoon
- Sightseeing tickets
- Service fee and insurance as required in sightseeing tickets
Asked by YP | Mar. 24, 2023 09:14
HI, we only need one-way shuttle bus from hanoi to tuan chau harbor, but the charges is for round trip. Is there an option for one-way?
Answered by Helen | Mar. 24, 2023 09:15
Dear YP, Thank you for your email. Regarding your concern, if you only transfer one-way, you only charge half of the cost. You book the shuttle bus round trip normally, and we will deduct the one-way cost and confirm the total cost in the confirmation letter. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me Best regards Helen
Asked by Jane | Mar. 20, 2023 09:36
Hi, how would you advise for 5 months pregnant lady to join the cruise? Is it suitable?
Asked by Rey | Mar. 13, 2023 11:33
Hello. I will be travelling to Hanoi in August 2023 and I would like to experience a 2day 1 night halong bay cruise. However, Iam a solo traveller and it seems that if Iam a solo traveller the cost seems to be higher of about $70 more. Iam on a budget and would like to know if I can avail of a regular rate. can you please reconsider? Thank you
Answered by Cindy | Mar. 13, 2023 11:34
Dear Rey, Thank you for your email! We are so happy to hear from you! Please be advised if you take a room on your own you will need to pay for single supplement so I am sorry that we cannot waive it for you. Should you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. Best regards, Cindy
Asked by Bego Díez | Mar. 08, 2023 02:38
Hi! We were wondering if the Junior Suite included a balcony/terrasse or not. If not, which room options do include it?
Answered by Helen | Mar. 08, 2023 02:39
Dear Bego, Thank you for your email. Regarding your question, Junior Suite does not have a balcony/terrace, but Senior Suite does. It cost: US$250 for 2 persons + US$20 for shuttle bus round trip. If you are interested in booking or have other questions please let us know anytime! Best regards, Helen
Asked by Toshio Fujiwara | Feb. 15, 2023 10:43
I am interested in Amanda Cruise (April 11-12). I plan to stay at Sunway Hotel Hanoi located in downtown Hanoi. Please tell me that your shuttle service will pick me up at the above-mentioned hotel?
Answered by Quan | Feb. 15, 2023 10:43
Dear Rohan, Thank you for your email and questions! I would like to provide you with information regarding your inquiries. Vegetable food is always available upon request in advance. Our price on website is excluding transfer, you can add the transfer options when you check out. Should you need further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me. Best regards, Quan.
Asked by Nicole | Dec. 29, 2022 04:21
Hi, how much would your shuttle service be for 2 adults? Would it pick us up in Hanoi?
Asked by masa | Dec. 21, 2022 03:38
Triple Junior Suite is 2bed or 3bed? i see the pic is 3bed inside
Asked by Shin | Dec. 12, 2022 02:48
For a group of 12 adults. Do you have private transport? Thank you
Asked by LY | Dec. 03, 2022 10:18
Can I ask 1. If the triple deluxe room has a balcony 2. Will you be able to accomodate a different pick up and drop off location (both within old quarters) 3. We will be staying in private residence instead of hotel, will you be able to pick up/drop off us there? 4. What is the estimated pick up and drop off timing? Thank you
Answered by Mina | Dec. 03, 2022 10:19
Dear Amanda Cruise, Thank you for contacting us and we are so happy to hear from you. I would like to answer your questions as below: 1/ The triple deluxe room doesn't have a balcony. 2/ Yes, we can pick you up and drop you off at different locations (if your address is located in Old Quater Area). 3/ If your address is located in Old Quater Area, we can surely pick you up and drop you off at your private residence. 4/Pick-up time is from 8:00 AM- 8:45 AM. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. Best regards, Ms.Mina
Asked by Krunalkumar h ramanujsadhu | Dec. 02, 2022 02:50
Hi Team, We are looking for accommodation on Amanda cruise on 10th December 2022. Request you to kindly confirm following queries. 1. Price for 2 person for Senior suite having balcony 2. Food menu for vegetarians, no meat , no egg, no fish oil 3. Exact location and time where we need to come in case we want to directly reach to halong bay, in case time is 11:30, how long a cruise can wait in case we are late? 4. What is return time, as we have a flight at 7 from Hanoi. 5. What are the charges for transfer 2 the ways from Hanoi. Thanks, Krunal
Answered by Mina | Dec. 02, 2022 02:52
Dear Krunalkumar, Thank you for contacting us and we are so happy to assist you with Halong Bay trip. I am sorry that on 10th Dec Amanda cruise is already fully booked. Can you please consider Alova cruise (https://www.halongbaytours.com/cruise/alova-gold-cruise/2-day-1-night.html)? All cruises can cater to your vegetarian food requirements. You can note with us when you book the tour. Normally, you will be back to Ha Noi at around 2:30 PM- 3:00 PM so you have enough time to catch your flight at 7:00 PM. Shuttle bus ticket is ~20 USD/1 pax/2 ways. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. Thank you and have a nice day! Ms.Mina
Asked by Annabelle Lee | Nov. 29, 2022 12:05
Hi, I'd like to check for availability of this cruise with the below info: 3D2N 3 pax (adults) Departure date: 7th Feb 2023 Appreciate if you can share itinerary, pricing for different room options, exclusions (estimates for tips and gratuities?) and if you can arrange transfer from Hanoi-Halong Bay-Hanoi for 3 pax. Thank you.
Answered by Mina | Nov. 29, 2022 12:08
Dear Annabelle Lee, Thank you for contacting us and we are so happy to hear from you. On 7th Feb, Amanda Cruise still has cabins available. The best deal we have on the Amanda cruise on 7th Feb for 3 persons for 3 days 2 nights is as follows: 01 Deluxe cabin: 660 USD/ 1 cabin with shuttle bus round trip 20 USD/1 pax/2 ways or 01 Junior suite cabin: 690 USD/1 cabin with shuttle bus round trip: 20 USD/1 pax/2 ways. Booking policy: More than 30 days prior to check-in: free of charge, From 30 to 7 days prior to check-in: 10% of total rates, From 6 to 3 days prior to check in: 50% of total rates, Less than 3 days prior to check-in: 100% of total rates, No-Show: 100% of total rates, We have sent you the cruise itinerary via email. If you are interested in booking or have other questions please let us know! Best Regards, Ms.Mina
Answered by Mina | Nov. 22, 2022 09:55
Dear Tyler Draper, Thank you for your email and we are so happy to hear about your trip plan. Kayaking activity is included in the price. May I know which day you want to travel and how many guests are traveling so I can check the availability for you? I am looking forward to hearing from you soon and if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. Best regards, Ms.Mina
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