We are now proudly introducing our Scarlet Pearl Cruises 5++Stars. With 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.
Around 08:30 : Limousine will pick up guests from hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter or Hanoi Opera House (applicable for guests who booked transportation service). Our driver will take a 10-15 minute break by a station for guests to rest on the way.
11:30 : Arrive at Scarlet Pearl Cruise's Lounge in Halong International Cruise Port to check-in. Guests will be offered “welcome drink” and listen to instructions before boarding.
12:00 Guests will start boarding.
13:00 A splendid lunch is served at Tahiti Restaurant while the cruise travelling across primitive Lan Ha Bay. The bay has hundreds of islands and islets, making it a wonderful background for guests to look at while dining.
15:00 : Arrive at Sang Cave by kayaking or rowing boat as the path towards the cave is 70m long of water. On the way, guests will be amazed by sparkling karst arcs through sunlight. Afterwards, guests are invited to enter Ech Lagoon, an extremely serene and emerald spot to kayak and swim. It’ll be a wonderful chance to immerse in one of the most remote parts of Lan Ha Bay. The shape of this lagoon looks like a giant frog resting, hence it explains the name “Ao Ếch” in Vietnamese.
17:00 : Return to the cruise to relax and admire the sunset on the sundeck.
17:30 : Watching sunset over Lan Hạy Bay is one of the moments that shouldn’t be missed out. During this time, there will be either a Sunset Party in Sky Bar or a cooking class hosted by our Chef (depending on the season).
From 17:30-18:30 : it is Happy Hour meaning Buy One Get One Free - this promotion is applied on our limited drinks menu. Guests can also choose to watch the sunset by catamaran while sipping fresh cocktails (this is surcharged).
19:00 : Fine-dining dinner will be started along with fun and interactive cultural exchange between all the guests and our Vietnamese host.
06:30 : Begin a new day with a Tai Chi session while welcoming magnificent sunrise. (Guests can also choose to take photos and enjoy the scene if they prefer so.) A light breakfast is served from.
06:45-07:30 : in the refreshing and peaceful beauty of the Bay.
07:30 Explore Lan Ha Bay by catamaran to more remote destinations that larger cruises cannot reach.
09:00 Get ready to check out.
09:30 Guests will be served with succulent buffet brunch in Tahiti Restaurant before disembarking.
11:00 - 11:30 The cruise is now back at the Port.