Between 7:40 and 8:15, depending on your hotel location, you will be picked up for an approximately four hour drive by shared bus to the world famous Halong Bay. On arrival at Hon Gai Harbour, hop on a ship's tender and head to the Viola Cruise. Enjoy a welcome drink before checking in to your private cabin. The cruise will start in the early afternoon with the first stop at the magnificent Bai Tu Long Bay to enjoy a buffet lunch on-board. After lunch, we'll explore the fishing village of Vung Vieng. You have the choice to visit the surrounding area on foot or by small bamboo boat (about a one hour cruise). Return to the cruise boat and head to Ban Chan Beach where you'll have some free time to swim. In the late afternoon, enjoy a Happy Hour sunset party on the deck while the boat slowly cruises to Cong Dong-Cong Bay, where it will anchor for the night. Time to participate in a cooking class on the deck and learn some of the secrets of Vietnamese cuisine. The rest of the evening is free at leisure.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodations: Viola Cruise in Deluxe Boat Cabin
Transportation: Hanoi City Center Hotel to Hon Gai Harbour by Bus

Following an early wake-up call at 6:30, experience an introduction to Tai Chi practices on the deck. A tasty breakfast buffet then awaits you before heading to Cap La area by small motorboat. Once there we will visit Thay Cave before returning to the Viola Cruise with some free time to relax on the deck. Buffet lunch will be served around noon while the boat slowly cruises to the Vung Ha area where you will get a chance to hop on a kayak and explore the surrounding area. Return to the boat around 16:00 for a little leisure time before dinner. In the early evening, you'll be presented with an imperial feast and taste some of the most delicious Vietnamese dishes. The rest of the evening is free at leisure - join some activities such as playing board games, squid fishing, or karaoke (upon request.) Make sure you taste the extensive variety of drinks at our luxury sundeck bar (for an additional cost) including wines, cocktails, brandy, juices, and more.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodations: Viola Cruise in Deluxe Boat Cabin
 

Following an early wakeup call at 6:30, join your fellow passengers for one more session of Tai Chi on deck. After breakfast, we head to Thien Canh Son Cave before checking out of your cabin. After an early lunch, we return to the pier for your ride back to Hanoi. You'll arrive at your hotel between 16:00 and 17:00, depending on your hotel's location.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Transportation: Hon Gai Harbour to Hanoi City Center Hotel by Bus