Aphrodite Supreme Cruise

Aphrodite Supreme is the first vessel of Aphrodite Cruises (VIT Ha Long Company), which began operations in 2011 to cater for visitors sightseeing the Ha Long Bay area. This vessel is the result of the combination of traditional ship building and modern techniques and facilities. This vessel includes luxurious cabins decorated in European style combined with modern western comfort.

Pamper yourself with 2 Day luxury Breakaway. Bask in the fresh open sea air, meander through the strikingly beautiful Ha Long bay and al its wonders. Let us pamper you in style and comfort

En route you will experience local life on a floating fish farm by traditional Sampan, choice the optional Kayak tour of hidden grottos and jungle lined hidden lagoons, sip a cocktail and relax on your own private beach if you so choose.

Onboard enjoy the spacious luxury and attentive services. A Spa, Sauna and Massage before dinner perhaps, or bask in the sunset with friends on the top deck for happy hour, enjoy a scrumptious evening meal in a fine dining room, or in the privacy of your personal balcony. Select from your in cabin movies and room service after dinner. You may wish to enjoy some of our extensive wine and cocktail menu whilst playing board games and listen to tales of local legends under the stars at our top deck bar.

All activities are optional and aim to satisfy your own taste of travel and leave the best experiences of your life time travel.

Tour Highlight

You will cruise to the far side of Ha Long bay in luxury and comfort, an area that’s not yet on tourist’s radar. You venture off the beaten track, kayaking to visit floating fish farm and house to experience the daily life of local. There is plenty of time for nature lovers to discover many secluded beaches, lagoons and caves.

Day 1: Passage to Floating house and fish farm (L, D)

12h30: On arrival to Tuan Chau Island pier, you are met with Aphrodite team and crew, and privately driven by tender to our well designed and equipped Aphrodite Junk for a welcome drink and check in. Following your check in, the day is yours to spend at leisure while Junk cruise following the route of back side of Cat Ba National Park, aim to get away from other tourist Junks. Lunch will be on the top floor of the sea-view restaurant.

14h00: You will meet your friendly, local Ha Long bay tour guide for an introduction to your journey and activities of the day.

15hh30: Sampan boat trip – get an insight into life at a typical Ha Long bay fishing village. Cua Van fishing village is a stand out example of tourism based community and sustainable tourism in Ha Long bay. The trip includes visits to a village school, fish farm and local fishing museum.

There is an option of 1 hour kayaking activities around Cua Van Fishing village at the same time

16h30: Get back to Aphrodite Junk for relaxing till dinner time while Junk continues cruising to anchor site in near Coconut Beach Island.

1800-1900hrs Tope deck Sunset Happy Hour

19h00:  A scrumptious dinner will be served in the Fine Dining Room, or on your private balcony.

20:00  until late. Board games, and story tales of legends Top Deck Bar.

Day 2: Hidden Treasure Cruising to Ha Long bay’s Cave (B, L)

07h00: Start your morning well with a traditional Taichi class on the boat sundeck instructed by our experienced staff.

07h30: Buffet breakfast served at the boat restaurant.

08h00: Accompanied by your expert local guide, venture to visit the Me Cung cave which has been recognized by archaeologists as one of the vestiges of the pre-Halong new Stone Age culture that existed nearly 10,000 years ago. After a narrow crack only allowing one person through at a time, many partitions appear. These chambers are somewhat small and narrow, but very refined and with many stalagmites and stalactites bearing beautiful forms. By the end of the walk, the panoramic view of Ha Long bay is well deserved.

09h00: Upon return from the Aphrodite Junk you will check out of your room and travel back to Tuan Chau pier. Brunch will be served on the cruise back to the main land.

10h00: The route back to Tuan Chau pier will follow the Eastern part of Ha Long bay, an area rarely seen by tourists. This will be a good opportunity for last minute photos and relaxing.

11h15: Van transfer back to Hanoi. Trip ends at your hotel at 16h00.

Experience the stunning world heritage listed Ha long land and seascapes, the unique lifestyle of its traditional people and their way of life, and some of its lesser known secrets in true style and elegance on our luxury 3 day escape.

Take a brief look into the life styles and cultures of the traditional floating fishing villages, venture to the far reaches of Ha long Bay. Discover the hidden lagoons, grottos and crystal waters by kayak then relax cocktails and fresh fruit platters on secluded beaches.

Aboard our traditional 17 cabin timber junks, we offer exquisitely designed and spacious modern comforts throughout the boat. Truly luxurious and attentive services to pamper you. Unwind in our onboard Sauna and Spa room, savor scrumptious meals in our dining room, or on your own private balcony, enjoy our extensive fine wines, cocktails and beverages, in the bar, room service, or our exclusive “beach waiter service”.

Hightlight:

You will cruise to the far side of Ha Long bay in luxury and comfort, an area that’s not yet on tourist’s radar. You venture off the beaten track, kayaking to visit floating fish farm and house to experience the daily life of local. There is plenty of time for nature lovers to discover many secluded beaches, lagoons and caves.

Day 1: Passage to Floating house and fish farm (L, D)

12h30: On arrival to Tuan Chau Island pier, you are met with Aphrodite team and crew, and privately driven by tender to our well designed and equipped Aphrodite Junk for a welcome drink and check in. Following your check in, the day is yours to spend at leisure while Junk cruise following the route of back side of Cat Ba National Park, aim to get away from other tourist Junks. Lunch will be on the top floor of the sea-view restaurant.

14h00: You will meet your friendly, local Ha Long bay tour guide for an introduction to your journey and activities of the day.

15hh30: Sampan boat trip – get an insight into life at a typical Ha Long bay fishing village. Cua Van fishing village is a stand out example of tourism based community and sustainable tourism in Ha Long bay. The trip includes visits to a village school, fish farm and local fishing museum.

There is an option of 1 hour kayaking activities around Cua Van Fishing village at the same time

16h30: Get back to Aphrodite Junk for relaxing till dinner time while Junk continues cruising to anchor site in near Coconut Beach Island.

1800-1900hrs Tope deck Sunset Happy Hour

19h00:  A scrumptious dinner will be served in the Fine Dining Room, or on your private balcony.

20:00  until late. Board games, and story tales of legends Top Deck Bar.

Day 2: To the end of Ha Long bay (B, L, D)

06h30: Start your morning well with a traditional Taichi class on the boat sundeck instructed by our experienced staff.

08h00: Buffet breakfast served at the boat restaurant.

09h00: You will be collected from Aphrodite Junk for private transfer on day trip boat. , then heading to Dau Be point which is at the furthest side of Ha Long bay. Dau Be point is famous for its tunnel lagoons, crystal waters and secluded beaches… The highlight of the day will be kayaking through the spectacular tunnels and secret lagoon.

11h30: Lunch will be fresh sea food and traditional Vietnamese cuisine served aboard the Junk. The Junk will be anchored close to a beautiful beach and there will be time after lunch for swimming and enjoying the beach.

13h30: Visiting local fish farm, relaxing on beach and more kayaking is optional. There will also be the opportunity to gain an insight into local culture by visiting the beach temple and local floating fish farm.

16h30: Arrive back onboard the Aphrodite Junk for scrumptious dinner and overnight stay.

Day 3: Hidden Treasure Cruising to Ha Long bay’s Cave (B, L)

07h00: Start your morning well with a traditional Taichi class on the boat sundeck instructed by our experienced staff.

07h30: Buffet breakfast served at the boat restaurant.

08h00: Accompanied by your expert local guide, venture to visit the Me Cung cave which has been recognized by archaeologists as one of the vestiges of the pre-Halong new Stone Age culture that existed nearly 10,000 years ago. After a narrow crack only allowing one person through at a time, many partitions appear. These chambers are somewhat small and narrow, but very refined and with many stalagmites and stalactites bearing beautiful forms. By the end of the walk, the panoramic view of Ha Long bay is well deserved.

09h00: Upon return from the Aphrodite Junk you will check out of your room and travel back to Tuan Chau pier. Brunch will be served on the cruise back to the main land.

10h00: The route back to Tuan Chau pier will follow the Eastern part of Ha Long bay, an area rarely seen by tourists. This will be a good opportunity for last minute photos and relaxing.

11h15: Van transfer back to Hanoi. Trip ends at your hotel at 16h00.