Doris Cruise Tours
Doris Cruise 2 days
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Doris Cruise
Availability ( View price calendar )
- 2 Days/1 Night
- 3 Days/2 Nights
Child Age | Cruise Fares |
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0-3 Years old | Free |
04-11 Years old | 75% Adult fares |
12 Years old and up | Full Adult fares |
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Junior SuiteRoom with balcony
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Max adults: 2
Max children: 1 (up to 12 years of age) |
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Senior SuiteRoom with balcony
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Max adults: 2
Max children: 1 (up to 12 years of age) |
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Executive SuiteRoom with balcony
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Max adults: 2
Max children: 1 (up to 12 years of age) |
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Honeymoon SuiteRoom with balcony
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Max adults: 2
Max children: 1 (up to 12 years of age) |
About Doris Cruise
- Outdoor pool
- Wifi
- Bar
- Restaurant
4 things that we love most about Doris Cruise
- Outdoor jacuzzi pool
- All cabins with private balconies
- 350-sqm restaurant with Vietnamese and Western cuisine
- Experienced and dedicated crew team
Cruise itinerary
- 2 Days/1 Night
- 3 Days/2 Nights
Get picked up by our limousine and start a 2.5-hour car trip to Tuan Chau Pier. The tender boat transfers you from the pier to Doris Cruises. Check-in onboard.
AfternoonLunch is served in the dining area on the 3rd deck while you admire the fascinating rocky island. Visit Tra Bau or Ba Trai Dao Area for kayaking or swimming. After that, go back to Doris Cruise to join Sunset party. You can choose to watch the cooking class on the top deck or order drinks at Happy Hours at 18:30.
EveningDinner is served. Then, you have free time to play games, fish squid, or book a massage service on board. Overnight onboard.
- Meals included: Lunch, Dinner
Wake up for dawn or join Taichi session at 6:15 am. A light breakfast is ready in the restaurant before you visit Dark-Bright Cave. You can choose to kayak or take a sampan boat rowed by a local to visit the cave and a tranquil lagoon. Back to the cruise for freshening up. Check out the cabin and head up to the dining area for a hearty brunch on the way back to the harbor. Disembark at around 11:30. Shuttle bus picks you up to back to Hanoi.
- Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Get picked up by our limousine and start a 2.5-hour car trip to Tuan Chau Pier. The tender boat transfers you from the pier to Doris Cruise. Check-in onboard.
AfternoonLunch is served in the dining area on the 3rd deck while you admire the fascinating rocky island. Visit Tra Bau or Ba Trai Dao Area for kayaking or swimming. After that, go back to Doris Cruise to join Sunset party. You can choose to watch the cooking class on the top deck or order drinks at Happy Hours at 18:30.
EveningDinner is served. Then, you have free time to play games, fish squid, or book a massage service on board. Overnight onboard.
- Meals included: Lunch, Dinner
You may want to try Taichi session on the top deck and breathe the fresh air in the early morning. Have breakfast before the day boat picks you up to proceed to farther parts of Lan Ha Bay. Visit Viet Hai Village on Cat Ba Island. Cycling or electric car is available upon your choice. Here you can watch the rustic roads and explore the local life on Cat Ba island. Back to the day boat for lunch.
AfternoonKayak at Tai Keo cave area. Then, move to Ba Trai Dao beach for sunbathing and swimming. Back to Doris Cruise at around 16:30. Join Sunset party and free time until dinner.
EveningA brand new dinner is served. Then, relax in the cabin or socialize with new passengers onboard. Overnight onboard.
- Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- 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.
Cruise inclusions & options
- Exclusions
- Flight ticket, limousine round trip; hotel
- Visa fee
- Tax
- Drinks in minibar & restaurant
- Other personal expenses
- Tips for tour guide and driver
- All services and items are not mentioned
- English speaking guide on cruise
- Entrance fees, sightseeing fee and Insurance on-board
- Luxury accommodation with private balcony, bathtub (internet; K+)
- Welcome drink, bottle of water (2 bottles/guest)
- 4 meals onboard: 1 lunch, 1 dinner, 1 breakfast, 1 brunch
- Afternoon tea (fresh fruits, tea, snack,...)
- Cooking class + Sunrise Taichi Class
- Jacuzzi, kayaking, fishing equiment,...
- Free cake for birthday or decor for honeymoon, anniversary,...
- Check in on board: 12:00 PM
- Check out: 11:30 AM
- Return Hanoi: 3:00 PM
- 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 - 7 will pay an extra 50% of adult rate.
- Children from 8 - 11 will pay an extra 75% of adult rate.
- Children aged 12 and above must pay full fare as an adult.
- Peak season surcharge: Surcharge of $30 per adult and $15 per child per night applies for travel date on 24th December, 31st December, Lunar New Year (28 - 29/01/2025), and Independence Day (1, 2, 3 September 2025).
- On the second day you will travel on a day boat and do not have access to the mother boat and your cabin until later in the afternoon (for 3 days/2 nights itinerary)
- Wifi is available on board but it is unstable sometime due to weak signal points across the mountainous bay
- More than 30 days prior to check-in: free of charge
- From 30 to 11 days prior to check-in: 15% of total rates
- From 10 to 7 days prior to check in: 30% of total rates.
- Less than 7 days prior to check-in: 100% of total rates.
- No-Show: 100% of total rates.
- Cancellation notice must be in written form and sent to us via email.
Questions & Answers (144)
Ask a questionwhat is the difference between junior and senior suite because i can see there is a difference in price not sure what else ?
Dear Giri, The only difference between the Junior and Senior Suites is their location: Junior Suites are on the 1st floor, while Senior Suites are on the 2nd floor. If you have any more questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. Kind regards, Tearis
Hello, do you organize transfer from Ninh Binh or you need to be in Hanoi?
Dear Charlotte, We do offer transfer from Ninh Binh, either by sharing bus or private car. Should you need further assistance, please let us know. Regards, Mary
Hi, I am looking to book the Doris cruise. Do you know if the price included transfer form Hanoi Old Quarter? And where exactly and what time? Thanks.
Dear Alice Porter, For Doris Cruise, the cabin cost does not include the transfer Hanoi - Halong - Hanoi. It is US$ 30/person round trip and the bus will pick you directly at your hotel if it is located in the Old Quarter. The pickup time is 8:30 - 9:00am. Best regards, Annie (Ms.)
HI. I am looking at booking your cruise for my husband and two teenage boys. Can you please tell me the difference between the junior and senior suites. Thank you
Dear Jo Jame, Please be advised that the only difference between junior suite and senior suite is the location. Junior suite is located on the 1st floor and the senior suites is located on the 2nd floor with nicer view. Should you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. Best regards, Cindy
Hi I am looking to book 1 night cruise on 18 Oct through getyourguide. Please advise if we get to visit Dark a d Light cave on small boats. Thanks
Dear Toh WH, Please be advised that we are a travel agency of Doris Cruise, not the cruise organizer but we can arrange this cruise for you and our offer is USD 350 for a senior suite for 2 persons + USD 30/person/bus round trip. Doris Cruise includes kayaking or bamboo boat through the Dark/Bright cave area. Best regards, Cindy
172 Customer reviews for Doris Cruise
Score breakdown
Traveler rating
- Outstanding: 28
- Excellent: 133
- Very good: 9
- Good: 1
- Average: 1
Traveler type
- Family with children: 17
- Groups of friends: 28
- Mature couples: 58
- Solo travellers: 6
- Young couples: 63
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