Doris Cruise

Dear Shirley Hung, Please be advised the cooking class and squid fishing are optional activities without extra fee. I sent full itinerary so you can check it. Should you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. Best regards, Cindy

Dear James W, Yes, the bus can pick you up from Melia Hanoi hotel for sure. Best regards, Cindy

Dear Pia Sartorius, No, the bus service is not included in the cruise's price. It's USD 30/person for pick up and drop off. Should you have other questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. Best regards, Cindy

Dear John, I would like to inform you that our shuttle bus can pick you up at The Hilton Garden Inn Hanoi. On the return, we can arrange a drop off at Noi Bai Airport as well. You will arrive at the Airport at around 3:30pm so please plan your flight accordingly. Regards, Quan

Dear Helen Magyar, We can arrange a bus from Halong to Ninh Binh and its cost is USD 19 per person. Should you have other questions, please feel free to contact us. Best regards, Cindy

Dear Mr. Sachin, We can arrange Ninh Binh - Halong - Hanoi shuttle bus for 32USD/person. Pick up from Ninh Binh: 7:30-8:10am Should you need any further information please feel free to contact us! Melissa (Ms.)

Dear Dirk, You can bring all the luggage with you along the trip so there is no problem at all. Should you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. Best regards, Cindy

Dear Mithil, Yes vegetarian food is available onboard. Please note it in your booking for the best support. Regards, Mary

Dear Louise, I would like to advise you that all meals are inclusive while you are going onboard. There are only Spa package or Drinks that need to be paid if you use extra. Phoebe

Dear Nick, For 3 day/2 night program, you will have 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners and 1 brunch on the check-out day. Should you need further information, feel free to contact us. Regards, Mary

Dear Jonathan, The shuttle bus from Hanoi-Ha Long Port is not included and varies depending on each cruise. For Doris Cruise, it costs US$30/person for a round trip. Pickup location is within Hanoi Old Quarter area. You can book it directly on our website after selecting the room type. Regards, Mary

Dear Shruthi VK, Shuttle buses can only pick-up and drop-off in Hanoi Old Quarter area. We have a private car option if you want to be picked up at the airport. It would be best if you share the arrival time and your travel group so we can give better assistance. Looking forward to hearing from you. Regards, Mary

Dear Judy Lim, For Doris Cruise, all the cabins come with a bathtub. For the meal setting, they normally serve both buffet and set menu depending on each meal. In case there are not many guests on the tour, they will serve a set menu for all the meals. Best regards, Annie (Ms.)

Dear John, Please feel free to contact https://www.ninhbinhbus.com/ for the best assistance on Ninh Binh transfers. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. Best regards, Bonnie (Ms.)

Dear Monythida, Our current offer for Doris Cruise is US$ 725 for 2 Junior Suite connecting & extra bed for 5 people. If you need a transfer from Hanoi, we offer shuttle bus Hanoi - Halong - Hanoi at US$ 30/person. Best regards, Annie (Ms.)

Dear Laura Stocks, Yes, Doris Cruise does offer connecting rooms. Regards, Annie (Ms.)

Dear Jain Rajesh, Yes Doris Cruise does provide vegetarian food. I already emailed you the vegetarian menu of Doris Cruise. Should you need any further information, please feel free to contact us. Best regards, Bonnie (Ms.)

Dear Jen, May I confirm that you are mentioning Cat Bi airport in Hai Phong? We offer a private sedan car from Tuan Chau Pier where Doris Cruise disembarks to Cat Bi airport at US$ 45/car for 2 persons. For Doris Cruise, you will reach the airport at around 13:30. Should you need further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us! Best regards, Annie (Ms.)

Dear Brian K Anderson, Thank you very much for your question. Junior Suite is on the first floor while Senior Suite is on the second floor. It is the difference between them on Doris Cruise. Should you need further information, please feel free to contact us. Best regards, Bonnie (Ms.)

Dear Kenji, You can absolutely skip any activities and relax onboard instead. Our itinerary organizers try their best to accommodate your demands and make sure you have a fantastic trip. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask us. Regards,

Dear Holly, I am sorry that Doris Cruise's bus will return to Hanoi Old Quarter quite late thus we suggest you consider some other similar cruises returning to Hanoi Old Quarter at around 2:30 - 3:00pm such as: Genesis Luxury Regal Cruise, Orchid Trendy Cruise, Peony Cruise, La Casta Regal Cruise, Rosy Cruise. I hope to hear from you soon and please let me know if you have any other inquiries. Best regards, Annie (Ms.)

Dear Eve Sinclair, Doris cruise can drop you off at Gia Luan Pier in Cat Ba after the tour. Should you need further information, feel free to contact us. Best regards, Annie (Ms.)

Dear Jon, I am sorry that we do not offer the transfer Sapa - Halong thus please kindly arrange it on our own. We will send you the pier address and the check in time accordingly. Please let me know if you have any other inquiries. Best regards, Annie (Ms.)

Dear Mia, You can book the transfer service in the next step after selecting the room. The pick up location is your hotel within Hanoi Old Quarter. Should you need further information, feel free to contact us. Regards, Mary

Dear Castor, A cabin is normally for 2 guests and if you are 3, you can choose either 1 cabin with an extra bed or 2 separate cabins. The option with extra bed costs less than 2 cabins because the 3rd person will need to pay for a single cabin if taking a separate one. Should you need further assistance, please feel free to ask. Best regards, Bonnie (Ms.)

Dear Ciara Nevin, You can surely book oneway shuttle bus Hanoi to Halong instead of round trip. It costs 15 USD/oneway/per person. Should you need more information, don't hesitate to contact us. Regards, Bonnie (Ms.)

Dear Coral-Mai Gifford, We do offer transfer Ninh Binh - Halong - Noi Bai Airport. From Ninh Binh, you can consider a shuttle bus at US$ 19/person/way. After the cruise trip ends, you can take the bus back to Hanoi and then we arrange a connecting car to the airport. You can also take a private car from Halong Bay straight to Hanoi airport. Please let us know if you have further concerns. Best regards, Annie (Ms.)
 

 

Dear Roxanne Dobish, Thank you for contacting us. For Doris Cruise, the shutle bus service costs US$30/person for round trip Hanoi - Tuan Chau Pier - Hanoi. The bus will pick you up at your hotel or our office in the Hanoi Old Quarter area and drop you off there. The pick up time is between 8:15 - 8:45 am. The drop off time is between 2:00- 2:30 pm. Should you have further concern, we are more than glad to assist. Regards, Mary.

Dear Aayush Gupta, Thank you for your email. My name is Annie from Halong Bay Tours department and I am very glad to assist you with your trip. Please kindly find my answers to your questions below: (1) We offer shuttle bus Hanoi - Halong - Hanoi at US$ 30/person or private sedan car at US$ 165/round trip. (2) If you need to be dropped off at the airport, we have the following options: (a) Shuttle bus Hanoi - Halong - Hanoi & connecting car to the airport: US$ 80 for 2 persons => You can reach the airport at around 15:30 - 16:00. (b) Shuttle bus Hanoi - Halong & private car to the airport: US$ 130 for 2 persons => You can reach the airport at around 14:30 - 15:00. (c) Private car Hanoi - Halong - Noi Bai airport: US$ 185 for 2 persons => You can reach the airport at around 14:30 - 15:00. (3) Yes, the cruise will surely prepare vegetarian meals for you. Please kindly not worry about that. May I know your travel date in order for me to check the availability accordingly? I hope to hear from you soon and please let me know if you have any other inquiries. Best regards, Annie (Ms.)

Dear Gabriel, Thank you for your email. My name is Annie from Halong Bay Tours department and I am very glad to assist you with your trip. I am sorry that Doris Cruise does not visit either of these destinations. You can consider Hermes Cruise which is at a similar cost and visits Ti Top Island: https://www.halongbaytours.com/cruise/hermes-cruise.html If it works for you, may I know your group size and travel date in order for me to check the availability? I hope to hear from you soon and please let me know if you have any other inquiries. Best regards, Annie

Dear Gemma, Thank you for your email! We are so happy to hear from you! Yes, all the rooms of Doris Cruise have showers at the opposite side of the bathtub. You can see the photo attached. Please share with me more information about your trip plan for me to better assist. Best regards, Cindy

Dear Bea Lanka, Thank you for your email. My name is Annie from Halong Bay Tours department and I am very glad to assist you with your trip. For Doris Cruise, you will need to present at the cruise pier in Tuan Chau Marina at around 12:00 - 12:15. May I know your group size and travel date in order for me to check the availability accordingly? I hope to hear from you soon and please let me know if you have any other inquiries. Best regards, Annie (Ms.)

Dear Wei, Thank you very much for contacting us! As per your request, we can arrange the following transfers for you: (1) Hanoi - Halong: shuttle bus USD 15/ person. The trip takes 2.5 - 3 hours. (2) Halong - Ninh Binh: limousine bus USD 22/ person. The trip takes around 3 hours. Please let us know if you want to book this! We look forward to hearing from you! Best regards, Lily

Dear Grace, Thank you for contacting us! We are very happy to hear from you! As per your request, on the last day, the cruise can drop you off at Gia Luan Harbour and from there, you may take a cab to Cat Ba Island. It takes around 15 minutes to get from Gia Luan Harbour to Cat Ba Island. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us! Best regards, Lily

Dear Vinay, Thank you for your question! We are very happy to hear from you! Please be advised that the price rates shown on our website do not include transfer yet. And for Doris Cruise, the shuttle bus round trip Hanoi - Halong - Hanoi is $30/ person. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us! Best regards, Lily

Dear Harmeet, Thank you for your questions! We are very happy to hear from you! (1) Yes, we can surely provide pick-up and drop-off from your hotel, so kindly no worries! The shuttle bus round trip Hanoi - Halong - Hanoi is USD 30/ person. (2) Please be advised that Doris Cruise visits Lan Ha Bay, which is more peaceful and relaxing. If you would like a cruise focusing on Halong Bay, please let us know! We look forward to hearing from you! Best regards, Lily

Dear Janneth, Thank you for contacting us! We are very happy to hear from you! Please be advised that the weather on your planned dates can be cold and dry, thus you should bring warm clothes. It may not be preferable for swimming; however, you can still join other activities, so kindly no worries! We look forward to hearing from you! Best regards, Lily

Dear Aditi, Thank you for contacting us! I would like to answer your questions below: (1) The weather in September is enjoyable to visit Halong Bay. The average temperature is 27°C, humidity is 75%, and rainy days are 15 days; (2) Doris Cruise visits Dark & Bright Caves and Viet Hai Village; the activities such as bamboo boating, biking, and electric car are included in the price, so kindly no worries! We look forward to hearing from you! Best regards, Lily

Dear Ani, Thank you for contacting us! (1) As the shuttle bus only picks up and drops off tourists at hotels within the Hanoi Old Quarter and Fraser Residence Hanoi is outside this area, you will have to get to our office (address: 72 Hang Trong) to be picked up. The shuttle bus round trip Hanoi - Halong - Hanoi is USD 30/ person. (2) And yes, you can surely travel with your baby as there is no strict requirement regarding infant ages. However, we recommend the minimum age for infants to be comfortable is 6 months old. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us! Best regards, Lily

Dear Stijn, Thank you for contacting us! We are very happy to hear from you! Yes, if you are already in Halong, you can directly get to the cruise pier at 11:30 AM to join the cruise. And we can surely arrange a one-way transfer after the cruise for you, so kindly no worries. The shuttle bus Halong - Hanoi one way is USD 15/ person. Should you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact us! Best regards, Lily

Dear Kelly, Thank you for contacting us! We are very happy to hear from you! Yes, we can arrange you the transfer as follows: (1) Hanoi - Halong: shuttle bus - USD 30 for 2 persons; (2) Halong - Cat Bi Airport: private car - USD 40/ car for 2 persons. Please let me know if you want to book this. We look forward to hearing from you! Best regards, Lily

Dear Mel, Thank you for your email! We are so happy to hear from you! Please be advised the cruise can cater to normal vegetarian food so I hope it is fine with you. Best regards, Cindy

Dear Tal, Thank you for contacting us! We are very happy to hear from you! As per your request, we suggest you the following transfer options: (1) Ninh Binh - Halong: limousine bus USD 22/ person OR private car USD 95 for 2 persons; (2) Halong - Hanoi Airport: private car USD 110 for 2 persons. Please let us know which option you choose and should you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact us! Best regards, Lily

Dear Oscar, Thank you for your question and we are very happy to hear from you! Yes, bamboo boat riding is available as an alternative to kayaking when you visit Dark & Bright Cave. Should you have any other questions, please do not hesitate to contact me! Best regards, Lily

Dear Dan, Thank you very much for contacting us and we are so happy to hear from you! Please note that the dividing wall of the balcony is not a mirror. And Yes, you can smoke in the balcony area of your room. Please let me know if you have any further questions! We look forward to hearing from you soon! Best regards, Lily

Dear Dan, Thank you very much for contacting us and we are so happy to hear from you! Please note that the dividing wall of the balcony is not a mirror. And Yes, you can smoke in the balcony area of your room. May I also know your trip dates and how many people will travel so we can check availability for you? We look forward to hearing from you soon! Best regards, Lily

Dear Liu Yen Ting, Thank you for your questions. Please find answers to your questions as follows: (1) You can pay the balance in USD or VND, card payment is subject to 3% fee; (2) Tip is not included in the price. You can tip in USD or VND; (3) Once you pay successfully, we will send you a cruise voucher for confirmation. Should you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact us! Melissa

Dear Ridam, Thank you for your question and we are so happy to hear from you! We confirm that there is no age limit and every age group is welcome on cruises, so please no worries. Should you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact us! Best regards, Lily

Dear Alesia, Thank you for your email. Regarding your concern, you will be dropped off in Hanoi Old Quater at around 2:30 pm. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact me Best regards, Helen

Dear Mr. Vivek Mishra, Thank you very much for contacting us. We do have airport transfer service based on your group size. May we have the number of guests and if you need oneway or round trip airport transfers? We look forward to hearing from you soon. Best regards, Nelly (Ms.)

Dear Amanda, Thank you for your email. Regarding your question, Doris Cruise has a Taichi session at 6:15 am instead of a yoga class. If you have any questions, please let me know anytime. Best regards Helen

Dear Yvonne Chan, Thank you for your question! From Hanoi to Doris Crusie, the 2-way shuttle bus costs 30$ per person; a private sedan car costs $165 per car for 2 adults and 1 child; and a private MPV costs $180 per car for 4 adults. Should you have other concerns, feel free to contact us. Regards, Halongbaytours Team

Dear Liu Yen Ting, Thank you for contacting us and Please find answers to your questions as follows: (1) You can bring your suite case on board; (2) You can bring some water for your own consumption inside the cabin. Other drinks are subject to corkage fee; (3) All passengers are required to register on board. Should you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact us! Melissa

Dear Puva, Thank you for your email. For transportation, we only provide transfer from/to Hanoi center. Therefore, please take a taxi from your hotel in Halong City to get to the port for more convenience. Doris Cruise is located at Lot 35, Tuan Chau Pier, Halong, Quang Ninh. It takes you around 20 minutes by car to get there. If you need further information, feel free to contact us. Regards, Halongbaytours Team

Dear Ha, Thank you for your email. As for the 3 days and 2 nights trip, there are 7 meals included (2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 brunch and 2 dinners). The senior suite will come with a private balcony. Should you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. Best regards, Quan.

Dear Bryan, Thank you for your email and question. Our scheduled shuttle will pick up guests from the cruise right after the trip. If you require a specific pick up time, we can help you book other local buses, or a private car to return to Hanoi. One way transfer can also be arranged and costs 15-20$/guest depending on the cruise you book. Best regards, Quan.

Dear Kristy, Thank you for your email. You are welcome to mix and match your way through us. Please consider this option: One way shuttle bus will be 15 USD and Private car from Ha Long to Cat Bi International Airport will be 55 USD for a SUV (with a maximum of 4 adults). Looking forward to hearing from you. Best regards, Quan.

Dear Natalie Saouma, Thank you for contacting us. Yes, you can bring your luggage on the cruise. However, you should leave the big suitcase at your hotel if possible so that you don't need to carry much and have more space in the cabin onboard. For any other information needed, feel free to get back to us. Regards, Halongbaytours Team

Dear Robert, Thank you for your email. The cost for transfer is 30 USD/guest/round trip and is not included in the room rate. If you have any other questions please let me know any time! Melissa

Dear Bruno, Thank you for your question. Doris Cruise has Happy Hour with drink promotion Buy 1 Get 1 free at 18:30 pm. Should you have other concerns, do not hesitate to get back to us. Regards, Halongbaytours Team

Dear Rena, I am happy to assist with your question. Squid fishing is included in the itinerary and there is no extra charge. Each cruise has their own drink list. Kindly advise us of the cruise you would like to book so that we can send you the drink list later. If you mean kayaking, it's already added in our price, and you don't have to pay extra money for this activity. Hope the information is helpful! Thanks, and best regards. Phoebe

Dear Koon, It's 30US$ per person for round trip transfer if you choose Doris Cruise. If you go for another ship, there might be a difference in price. Kindly check again once you have booked with us via our website https://www.halongbaytours.com/. Should you need further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us then . Best regards. Phoebe

Dear Nazri, Thank you for your email! Smoking is not allowed in cabins and indoor and covered areas. You can smoke in designated areas such as the open areas on upper decks. Should you need further information, feel free to get back to us. Regards, Halongbaytours Team

Dear K, Yes, we do provide a private car to take you from Tuan Chau go straight to Noi Bai airport with extra surcharge Should you need further assistance, please feel free to contact us then Best regards. Phoebe

Dear Japneet, Thank you for contacting us. The rooms on Doris cruise do not have a private jacuzzi but only an ocean-view bathtub. There is a shared outdoor jacuzzi pool at the bow of the cruise on the second deck for all passengers. If you have further concerns, feel free to contact us. Regards, Halongbaytours Team

Dear Elizabeth, Thank you for contacting us and we are so happy to hear from you! Cancellations due to extreme weather are rare, so please no worries. And if there is a case, please kindly find our cancellation policy due to bad weather as follows: (1) If the tour is canceled in advance with prior notice, a full refund will be made; (2) If the tour is canceled midway through, you will be charged for service already used (such as a shortened cruise trip, or breakfast, or shuttle bus, whichever applies in specific cases). Should you have any other inquiries, please feel free to contact us! Best regards, Lily