Dora Cruise

From
$260
From
US$ 260
US$145 /pax

Set sail in early 2020, Dora is a luxurious cruise with 22 suites cabins, travel Halong Bay and the surrounding. It’s a perfect choice if you’re looking for an high-end experience with excellent service. 

Highlight Facilities

  • Full board Dining
  • Gym
  • Metal Boat
  • Modern boat
  • Private Balcony
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool
  • Vegetarian friendly
Why book with us ?

Why choose Dora Cruise?

Cabin & Rates

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Junior Cabin
2 pax
27.0 m2
Double/Twin
All board - meals included
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Senior Balcony
2 pax
35 m2
Double/Twin
All board - meals included
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Triple Cabin
3 pax
30.0 m2
Triple
All board - meals included
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Executive Suite
2 pax
45.0 m2
Double/Twin
All board - meals included
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Honeymoon with Terrace
2 pax
48.0 m2
Double/Twin
All board - meals included

Itineraries

Day 1: Tuan Chau Pier - Lan Ha Bay (L,D)

11:30 Arrive at Tuan Chau Marina and check in Dora Cruise. The cruise captain will go through all of the safety and itinerary instructions with you.

13:00: Great Vietnam seafood (vegetarian available) is served while cruising start the journey through magnificent Halong Bay. 

15:00 Explore the natural lagoon area of Lan Ha Bay. The cruise will drop anchor at Ba Trai Dao or Tra Bau area for swimming, kayaking and more.
gion.

17.30: Return to Dora Cruise for Sunset party on board.

18:00 – 18:15: Learn how to cook some traditional Vietnamese food with Dora Cruise’s Chef through Cooking Class

19:00: Dinner time. 

21:00: Evening entertainments include playing cards, chess, listening to music, squid fishing, etc. 

Overnight on board. 

Day 2: Lan Ha Bay - Tuan Chau Pier (B,L)

07.00: Welcome the morning by delicious breakfast and the amazing beauty of the bay. 

7h30-7h45: Explore hidden caves of Halong Bay through bamboo boat with local people.

09.30:  Back to Dora Cruise. Checking out. 

10:00:  A light but delicious brunch will be served. 

11:30: Back to Tuan Chau Marina. Say goodbye to the cruise staff and heading for the next destination. 

Day 1: Tuan Chau Marina - Lan Ha Bay (L,D)

Morning

Arrive Tuan Chau and get ready for cruise checking in. Welcome to Dora Cruise and enjoy a welcome drink before meeting the captain and crew for a brief overview of the voyage and safety guidelines.

Afternoon

After lunch, we’ll heading to Ba Trai Dao Beach and Tra Bau area for water activities such as kayaking, swimming or simply relaxing on the beach.On our way, revealing lots of Halong/Lan Ha Bay beautiful sightseeings such as: Thumb Islet, Duck Islet, etc. 

Return to Dora Cruise, you’ll be amazed by the beauty of the Bay in the Sunset Party and learn how to be a Vietnamese Chef with cooking class.

Evening

Time for Dinner and other night activities. 

Day 2: Viet Hai Village - Cat Ba Island - Lan Ha Bay (B,L,D)

Morning

Welcome the morning with great breakfast. Then we’ll transfer to a day cruise to explore the rural part of Halong Bay. 

Get to Cat Ba Island and heading to Viet Hai Village. Start exploring the village by bicycle and stop at a local house to see the daily life of local fisherman. 

Get back to the Day Cruise for lunch. 

Afternoon:
Get to a private lagoon for kayaking and swimming. Leisurely relaxing on the beach and enjoy the peaceful atmostphere of Lan Ha Bay. 

Return to Dora Cruise later that day for Sunset Party and cooking class.

Evening

Dinner time with seafood and Vietnamese specialty. 

Overnight on board. 

Day 3: Lan Ha Bay - Tuan Chau Pier

Morning

Filling up your energy by our breakfast. Then we’ll heading to Dark and Night Cave. Explore the area by bamboo boat, rowing by local people. 

Get back to Dora Cruise and do the check out. Having lunch while the cruise slowly back to the Pier.

Disembark at Tuan Chau Marina. Say goodbye to the staff and continue with your travel plan. 

Important Notes:

Dora Cruise features

  • Dora Cruise is built with 4 floors, included 22 suite cabins. Each cabin is designed to have a full private balcony and jacuzzi bathtub. These cabins feature modern amenities, including air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and Western standard bed. The cabin’s sizes are also quite large on average (30–50 m2).
  • There’re various functional facilities such as Spa or Gym on the 3rd floor. Up on the sundeck of Dora Cruise, there’ll be a four season pool with open view to Halong Bay. 

Dora Cruise has 1 restaurant, focus on Halong Bay’s specialty –  Fresh seafood. The menu is a harmoniously mixture of seafood, Vietnamese specialties and Western dishes. There’ll be buffet style for breakfast and 2 lunches together with an a la carte menu for dinner.

Special dietaries menu also available with advanced notice. 

  • Sunset party
  • Night Karaoke
  • Cooking Classes
  • Tai Chi Practice
  • Kayaking
  • Swimming
  • Cycling in Viet Hai Village, Cat Ba Island
  • Electric car riding

Cruise Policies

Dora Cruise offers a flexible plan - add more request in next step!
Price Inclusion
  • Full amenities cabin with private balcony & private bathtub. 
  • English Speaking Guide on board
  • All meals on board. ( 02 lunches, 01 dinner, 01 breakfast) for 2 days 1 night, ( 03 lunches, 02 dinners, 02 breakfast) for 3 days 2 nights
  • Kayaking, Cocktail class, Yoga exercise, Bamboo boat, Swimming, Fish fishing, Movies, Squid fishing, Music entertainment
  • All sightseeing entrance fees
  • Welcome drink
  • Two bottle of mineral water daily
Price Exclusion
  • Transfer from Hanoi – Halong Bay  – Hanoi (Could be booked at the next step)
  • Airfare, visa arrangements
  • Beauty Spa Services & Massage
  • Beverages, tips, gratuities and other personal expenses
  • All other services NOT clearly mentioned above
Check-in & Check-out
  • Check in: 11:30
  • Check out: 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment

1. Cancel by customer
– More than 7 days prior to arrival: complimentary
7 to 4 days before to arrival: 50% of the total rate.
– Less than 4 days before to arrival: full rate.
– No-show: 100 percent of total rate.
*Refund will be issued within 7 business days
*Cancellation is subjected to change with special offer bookings

2. Cancellation due to inclement weather:
– In the event of inclement weather, the Management Board of Halong Bay will determine the morning of departure whether a cancellation is necessary. If such a cancellation is necessary, we will provide alternative travel arrangements or a full refund in accordance with the cruise policy.

See full cancellation policy here.

Children & Beds

Child policies

There is no age restriction. 

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Under 5 years old Free
5 – 10 years 50% charge as adults if sharing bed with parent
Extra bed upon request 100% charge as an adults

*Apply for 1 kid per room. 2nd kid will be charged as an adults

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren’t included in the total price. They’ll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Dora Cruise payment options

Customer Reviews

26 reviews for Dora Cruise

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  1. Bruce Carabine

    We had a great trip. The limousine bus was comfortable. The food and accommodations were excellent. The VIP cabin was well worth the extra bit of money. Our server, Lyn, went out of her way to make us comfortable. She had great English too. And of course, the view was outstanding!

  2. Kickflip029

    The kayaking was a good thing to do. There was good food. Both trips on the bus were clean and on time. Also, don’t bring too much stuff; the rooms have everything you need. Lee, the tour guide also speaks English well and can answer our questions. The cruise was big and well-kept.

  3. Kate H

    The cruise was beautiful, the staff was nice and helpful, and the food was good as well. The view of Halong Bay was an amazing part of the trip. We took their limo bus to get there, which wasn’t very comfy but was fine. Alex and Lee, our tour guides, were very friendly and helpful.

Q&A

Ask Dora Cruise a question.

FAQs

1. Could we get picked up and drop off at the airport?

No, the bus only picks up & drops off at Hanoi Old quarter. 

However, we’re also provide a separated service to transfer from Old Quarter to the Airport. Please kindly note in the booking so that our agent could advise accordingly.

2. Is there vegetarian food available ?

Yes. All of the cruises are now offer vegetarian options for travelers.

Besides, others food such as Halal, non-gluten,.. or any special requirement are also available. Please kindly inform us by email or “note section” once you process the booking in the next step. We’ll ensure your dining experience on board will be memorable.

3. Does the cruise price included transfer from Hanoi or Hai Phong or Ninh Binh?

No it’s not. We have mentioned clearly what’s included in “Price Inclusion” section above. However, we do provide transfer service between cruises and Hanoi/Hai Phong/Ninh Binh. It’s all could be booked in the next step. If your wish destination is not show up, kindly note down on the Booking Notes for our travel expert to advise accordingly.

4. If I plan to book a flight right after the cruise, what time should I book ?

The cruise would be back to the port at 11:30. It then take 3 hours to get back to Hanoi airport & 45 mins to get to Hai Phong airport. As a results, we strongly suggest:

  • Flight from Cat Bi Airport (Hai Phong City): After 2pm
  • Flight from Noi Bai Airport (Hanoi City): After 5pm
5. What should I pack for the cruise ?

When packing for Cruise, the most important items to bring are comfortable clothing, swimwear, and sunscreen. If you travel during winter months (November to Feb), you may also need to pack a light jacket or sweater to keep warm during cooler evenings.

 Typically, each cruise provides 1 – 2 bottles of water for free every day, and you will not be allowed to bring your own drinks. So, if you want to stay hydrated, bring some money (the drinks on board are a little pricy)

It is also recommended that you bring a camera or smartphone with enough of storage capacity for photos and videos in order to make the most of your trip. Prepare some waterproof protection for them, as you will be doing a lot of water-based activities.

Finally, remember to bring any medications or toiletries you might need while away from home.

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