Scarlet Pearl Cruises

We are now proudly introducing our Scarlet Pearl Cruises on the world-class wonder Halong Bay. Our obligation is to create and deliver the most memorable moments that focus on the natural exploration and local cultural immerse on the way.

The natural ecosystems by which the Scarlet Pearl is surrounded is another essential part of its sustainability drive. Scarlet Pearl is passionate about helping to educate visitors and locals on this issue, as well as donating part of its profit towards local efforts that help protect this highly threatened species. A modern ship with environmentally-friendly waste machinery and a commitment to using natural products and local furniture, shows that protecting and caring for the local habitat is essential to the Scarlet Pearl ethos. Choosing a cruise with Scarlet Pearl shows care and attention towards the protection of Halong Bay.

Itinerary

Day 1: HANOI – HALONG – LAN HA BAY – VIET HAI VILLAGE

Stop At: Lan Ha Bay, Cat Ba Vietnam
08:30: Our limousine will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter.
Start 2,5 hour road journey via 5B highway on ultra-luxurious limousine (for the guests use our transfer service)
11:30 – 12.00 approx
Arrive at the Scarlet Pearl check-in area at Halong International Cruise Port - where we will complete the check-in process and other procedures.
Direct to Scarlet Pearl Cruise. Welcome aboard! Enjoy a welcome drink during the cruise briefing, including safety instructions, before check-in to your cabin.
13:00: A splendid lunch is served at Tahiti Restaurant while cruising into the primitive Lan Ha Bay. The bay has hundreds of small and large islands, making it an enormous, wonderful scene to look at while dining.
15:00: Transfer to a speedboat to visit Viet Hai Village on Cat Ba Island and hop on a bicycle ride (electric car also available) through a rain-forest tunnel that leads to a village nestled in a valley deep in a national park. Meet, visit a traditional house, and greet local inhabitants doing their daily work, see their homes and the village school.Guests - who choose not to visit Viet Hai Village - can try kayaking or simply swim in the clear waters on the beach near the boat. Please notice that if you choose to visit Viet Hai Village, you won’t have enough time for swimming or kayaking when you return to the cruise. Return to Scarlet Pearl Cruises to relax and admire the sunset on our sundeck.
17:00: Our Vietnamese cooking demonstration is a great way to learn how to prepare delicious dishes and Our chef will guide you on how to make famous traditional Vietnamese spring rolls or salad.
19:00: It is time to enjoy your dinner and our live traditional music. Enjoy evening views of the bay at the bar. Try your hand squid fishing, or chat with your friends and family on the top deck. The bars are open until late.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Lunch: Vietnamese set menu is served at Tahiti Restaurant while cruising into the primitive Lan Ha Bay
• Dinner: A La Carte menu is served on board in our live traditional music
Accommodation included: Silver Pearl includes full-size viewing windows, refreshing sea air and the sights of the bay

Day 2: DARK & BRIGHT CAVE - HANOI

Stop At: Lan Ha Bay, Cat Ba Vietnam
06:30: Begin your new day with a Yoga session, take photos, or enjoy the sunrise from your cabin window. Enjoy a light breakfast in the delighted and peaceful beauty of the bay, followed by coffee, tea, and pastries.
7:30 Visit Dark & Bright Cave which is the perfect destination for our excursion, a serene round lake encompassed by abundant trees and high stone walls.Take your pick either exploring the cave by yourself in a kayak or comfortably on local bamboo boat rowed by the locals.
09:00: Return to the ship and checkout.
10:00 - 11:00 Enjoy an excellent brunch on board and then disembark at Halong International Cruise Port. Our luxury limousine car will transfer you back to Hanoi.
11:30 Return to Harbour and relax at our lounge while your transportation arrives. Then, departure to Hanoi for those who have booked our Limousine service. You will arrive Hanoi at around 15:00.
Duration: 12 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast: A light breakfast in the delighted and peaceful beauty of the bay, followed by coffee, tea, and pastries.
• Lunch: Enjoy an excellent brunch on board
Accommodation included: Silver Pearl includes full-size viewing windows, refreshing sea air and the sights of the bay