Margaret Cruise
Overview
About Margaret Cruise
The five-star luxury cruise – Margaret Cruises provides a relaxing haven for utmost adventure-seeking travellers on this precious pearl of Halong Bay. Step into this newly-launched cruise, guests will be pleased by its perfect balance of the classic and modern style representing throughout 25 spacious and beautifully refurbished cabins. Make your own choice of either refreshing your body and soul in the inviting bathroom after a dynamic excursion or in the fantastic spa and expansive sundeck. Besides complimentary mineral water and fresh fruits available in each room, the exquisite restaurant is a paradise providing different nuances of cuisine and a romantic dinner setting in a quiet place.
Various cruise itineraries enable both guests with a limited time budget and those who are not pressed for time to enjoy a superlative onboard adventure. To value the amount of time travellers spend there, programs ranging from 1 day itinerary to 3 day 2 night itinerary offer numerous activities. For instance, you can explore TiTop Island for swimming and kayaking, visit Pearl Farm Village or enjoy kayaking through Luon Cave area. Tai Chi class early in the morning and squid fishing at night would also definitely deserve your consideration.
Best things we love
3 things that we love most about Margaret Cruise
- New and luxury cruise
- Spacious cabins with window or balcony
- Limousine shuttle bus with maximum comfort
Your Itinerary
2D1N Itinerary:
Day 1: Hanoi-Halong
Morning Morning pickup and transfer at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter at 8:00am. Noon Arrive at noon to Tuan Chau marina and embark on Margaret Cruise. The cruise starts sailing ahead to Halong Bay. A nice buffet lunch awaits you at the restaurant. Afternoon Continue to explore Halong Bay with only 1 of two options below chosen based on the weather conditions and seasons: Option 1: Head to Ti Top Island and enjoy swimming and trekking there. Option 2: Visit Pearl Farm village. After that, take a kayak to visit Luon Cave area. A great Sun Set party will be offered on Margaret Sky Bar with plenty of options such as juices, tea, coffee and fruits. Option: massage service available. Late afternoon Join a cooking class where you will learn how to make Vietnamese spring rolls. Evening Enjoy set-menu dinner with unique blend of Asian and European food. After dinner, try squid fishing activity and enjoy free time onboard.
Day 2: Halong Bay – Hanoi
Early morning Get up early and attend Tai Chi class. After that, enjoy a cup of coffee or tea. Then enjoy a light breakfast. Morning This morning, join an excursion to Sung Sot Cave, a beautiful cave in Halong Bay. Then return and check out your cabin. Enjoy buffet brunch at 10:30am. Noon Disembark to Tuan Chau Wharf and return to Hanoi.
3D2N Itinerary
Day 1: Hanoi – Titop Beach – Luon Cave
Morning Morning pick up at your hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter and transfer to Halong Bay. On the halfway at Hai Duong province, spend about 20 – 30 minutes for refreshment. Noon Get on Margaret Cruises and then check in your cabin. A nice Asian buffet lunch will be served while our cruise moves to Halong Bay. Afternoon Explore Halong Bay with one of two options below which will be chosen based the weather conditions and seasons: Option 1: go swimming and trekking at TiTop Island Option 2: visit Pearl Farm village Following that, you will visit Luon cave area by kayaking. Late afternoon Enjoy a great sunset part on Margaret Sky Bar. Refreshment drinks include juices, tea, coffee and fruits. Or join our cooking class and learn more about Vietnamese gastronomy. Option: Massage service is available Evening Enjoy a set-menu dinner of Asian and European food. Later take time to join squid fishing or enjoy free time on the boat
Day 2: Fairy Lake – Drum Cave
Morning
Early risers can attend Tai Chi class and enjoy tea and coffee after that. Enjoy a light breakfast. Transfer to a day boat and visit Fairy Lake Cave, Trong Cave where you can enjoy swimming.
Afternoon
Lunch included on day boat followed by a visit to Pearl Farm or Me Cung Cave. Return to mother ship at 4:30pm.
Evening
Take part in a cooking demonstration which instructs you how to make Vietnamese spring rolls. Enjoy set-menu dinner (unique blend of Asian and European food).
Day 3: Halong Bay – Hanoi
Early Morning Practice Tai Chi class. Tea and coffee are served. Morning Take time to visit Sung Sot cave – on the of the most beautiful cave in the bay. Check out at 10:00am and enjoy brunch before disembarkation. Noon Disembark to Tuan Chau Wharf.
Payment & Cancellation
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.
- Cancellation notice must be in written form and send to us via email. Refund will be processed between 5-7 business days.
Cruise Policy
- Check in on board: 12:30pm
- Check out: 11:00am
- Return Hanoi: 5:00pm
- 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 5 years old traveling with two (2) adults is allowed for FOC per cabin.
- Children from 5-11 will pay extra charge 75% of adult rate. Children 12 and above must pay full fare as adult.
- Peak season surcharge: $50/person for travel period from 20 Dec 2018 to 5 Jan 2019
- Shuttle bus: $25/ adult and $20/ child round trip by luxury limousine car. Pick up point: at hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter or in front of Hanoi Opera House
Inclusions
- Welcome Drink
- Cruise Itinerary and Program
- Entrance and Sightseeing Fees
- In-house English-speaking Tour Guide
- Luxury Cabins and Suites with A/C
- Meals as in program
- Insurance and Service Charges.
Exclusions
- Transfer round trip Hanoi – Halong – Hanoi (Shuttle bus and private transfer availble)
- Beauty Spa Services and Massage
- Beverages
- Tips and Personal Expenses
- All other services not clearly mentioned above
- Surcharge for New Year and Christmas