Itinerary

Before 11:15 | Arrival at Sea Stars Lounge
Guests arrive at the Welcome Lobby on the 1st floor of Radisson Blu Hotel, Ha Long Bay to complete check-in before boarding.

11:45 – 12:00 | Boarding the Vessel
A welcome drink is served as guests board Sea Stars Cruise. The Cruise Manager introduces the journey ahead, including the itinerary across Bai Tu Long Bay and Ha Long Bay, along with onboard safety guidance.

12:15 – 13:30 | Lunch Into the Bay
A buffet lunch is served at Capella restaurant as the vessel gradually moves away from the shore and deeper into the northern bay. Along the route, limestone formations such as Am Tich Islet and Mat Quy Islet appear across the horizon, marking the transition from Bai Tu Long Bay to the dramatic landscapes of Ha Long Bay. Through the restaurant’s panoramic windows, the scenery unfolds as the vessel settles into the rhythm of the journey ahead.

14:15 – 15:15 | Tung Sau Pearl Farm · Kayaking
Tucked away among limestone formations and calm waters, Tung Sau remains one of the few pearl-cultivation areas still operating in the bay. The floating structures associated with pearl farming lend this corner of the bay a distinctive character. In this peaceful setting, guests may enjoy a leisurely kayaking experience while taking in the tranquillity of the surrounding waters.

15:45 – 16:45 | Titov Island
The vessel continues towards Titov Island, where guests may relax on the beach, swim in the cool water, or climb to the summit overlooking Ha Long Bay. From above, limestone formations stretch across the horizon in every direction as the afternoon light gradually softens over the water.

17:00 – 19:00 | Sunset Anchorage
As Sea Stars Cruise settles into its overnight anchorage near Titov Island, the atmosphere across the bay begins to shift. Guests are invited to enjoy Sunset Happy Hour on the sundeck, with a Buy One, Get One drink offer and light snacks as the last light lingers over the limestone formations. A Vietnamese cooking demonstration also takes place on board, offering a glimpse into the flavours and techniques of traditional Vietnamese cuisine.

19:00 – 20:30 | Dinner at Capella Restaurant
Dinner is served at Capella Restaurant while the final light lingers across the bay. A five-course menu inspired by the meeting of Asian flavours and international culinary influences accompanies views of limestone formations gradually receding into the evening. The pace of the night slows, giving way to moments of relaxation amid the tranquillity of the surrounding waters.

20:30 – Late | The Bay After Dark
As night settles across Ha Long Bay, the vessel settles into a new rhythm. Guests may try squid fishing, reserve a spa treatment, enjoy a private karaoke session, or spend the evening beneath the open sky with a selection of premium wines and spirits as the bay grows still beneath the stars.

06:15 – 06:45 | Tai Chi Above the Water
Morning Tai Chi takes place on the 2nd floor as mist lingers low between the limestone formations, and the water beneath the vessel remains almost perfectly still. Guests preferring an indoor start to the day may also access the gym on the 1st floor.

07:00 – 08:00 | Breakfast on the Bay
A light buffet breakfast is served as the first light of morning gradually illuminates the surrounding landscape. Through the restaurant windows, the limestone formations shift from soft grey silhouettes to vibrant shades of green as the bay slowly awakens.

08:15 | Transfer to Lan Ha Bay
Guests board a smaller excursion boat for a day beyond the main cruising route. Sailing through Lan Ha Bay, the journey continues towards the eastern side of Cat Ba Island, where quieter waters and smaller communities offer a different perspective on the region.

10:00 | Viet Hai Village
Nestled between the ancient forests and limestone mountains of Cat Ba National Park, Viet Hai Village remains one of the most secluded settlements. Guests may explore the village by bicycle or electric cart, passing local homes, gardens, and rural pathways, and experiencing a slower pace of life rarely encountered elsewhere in the bay.

11:30 | Return to the Excursion Boat
Guests return to the dock and continue their journey through Lan Ha Bay, where limestone formations and sheltered waters create an atmosphere distinct from the open landscapes of Ha Long Bay.

12:00 | Lunch in Lan Ha Bay
Lunch is served aboard the excursion boat while anchored amid the calm scenery of Lan Ha Bay. Surrounded by limestone formations and quiet waters, the setting offers a peaceful pause before the afternoon activities begin.

13:00 – 14:00 | Tai Queo Cave · Kayaking
Accompanied by a guide, guests kayak through the Tai Queo area, where a passage through the limestone leads towards a secluded inner lake enclosed by towering cliffs. Accessible only by water, the landscape reveals a quieter side of the bay shaped by geological formations and hidden waterways.

14:00 – 14:30 | Ba Trai Dao Beach
The journey continues to Ba Trai Dao beach, one of the most scenic spots in Lan Ha Bay. Guests may enjoy swimming in the clear waters while taking in the surrounding limestone landscapes and tranquil atmosphere of the bay.

15:00 – 15:30 | Return to Sea Stars Cruise
Guests return to Sea Stars Cruise and rejoin the main voyage through Ha Long Bay. As the vessel resumes its course, the afternoon gradually gives way to the softer light of evening.

17:00 – 19:00 | Sunset Anchorage
As Sea Stars Cruise settles into its overnight anchorage near Titov Island, the atmosphere across the bay begins to shift. Guests are invited to enjoy Sunset Happy Hour on the sundeck, with a Buy One, Get One drink offer and light snacks as the last light lingers over the limestone formations. A Vietnamese cooking demonstration also takes place on board, offering a glimpse into the flavours and techniques of traditional Vietnamese cuisine.

19:00 – 20:30 | Dinner at Capella Restaurant
Dinner is served at the restaurant as evening settles over the bay. Reflections shimmer across the water beyond the glass, while the surrounding limestone formations gradually fade into the night.

20:30 – Late | The Bay After Dark
Guests may spend the evening enjoying cocktails at Carina Bar, reserving a spa treatment, gathering with friends in the karaoke room, or simply relaxing on deck beneath the night sky as the bay grows quiet once again.

06:15 – 06:45 | Tai Chi Above the Water
Morning Tai Chi takes place on the 2nd floor as mist lingers low between the limestone formations, and the water beneath the vessel remains almost perfectly still. Guests preferring an indoor start to the day may also access the gym on the 1st floor.

07:00 – 07:45 | Breakfast on the Bay
A light buffet breakfast is served as the first light of morning gradually illuminates the surrounding landscape. Through the restaurant windows, the limestone formations shift from soft grey silhouettes to vibrant shades of green as the bay slowly awakens.

07:45 – 08:45 | Sung Sot Cave (Surprise Cave)
In the quieter hours of the morning, guests visit Sung Sot Cave a.k.a Surprise Cave, one of the largest cave systems in Ha Long Bay. Within a sequence of chambers, stalactites and stalagmites formed over thousands of years create an inner landscape of rich shapes and shifting shadows, offering a striking contrast to the open waters outside.

09:00 – 09:30 | Return to the Vessel
Guests return aboard Sea Stars Cruise for check-out and final account settlement as the vessel begins its gradual return voyage across the bay.

09:30 – 10:45 | Farewell Brunch
A final brunch is served as the vessel retraces its route towards Ha Long International Cruise Port. Familiar limestone formations appear transformed beneath the brighter morning light, carrying a different atmosphere from the afternoon before, as the bay gradually opens once again.

10:45 – 11:00 | Return to Harbour
Guests disembark at Ha Long International Cruise Port and transfer back to Radisson Blu Hotel, Ha Long Bay, marking the end of the voyage. Beyond the harbour, the bays leave one final impression through their still waters, shifting light, and landscapes shaped by time.