At 11:45 AM, arrive at Tuan Chau Harbor and transfer by tender boat to board the Velar of the Seas Cruise. After a warm welcome and safety briefing by the Cruise Manager and crew, enjoy a delicious lunch while cruising through the peaceful and less crowded Lan Ha Bay, a hidden gem next to Halong Bay. Admire stunning limestone landscapes as the cruise begins. After lunch, take a short break before joining your first activity of the trip.

In the afternoon, the cruise takes you to Bright Cave, where you’ll explore a tranquil round lake by bamboo boat, rowed by local fishermen, surrounded by towering limestone cliffs and lush greenery. After returning to the cruise around 17:00, relax and enjoy the stunning bay views as the ship sails to its evening anchor point. From 17:30 to 18:30, join the Sunset Party at Velar Sky Bar, with fresh fruits, snacks, and Happy Hour drinks at great prices. Don’t miss the breathtaking sunset over Lan Ha Bay. At 18:00, participate in a fun Vietnamese cooking class, followed by a Signature Dinner at 19:15 in the cruise’s elegant restaurant. In the evening, from 20:45 to midnight, unwind with cocktails, try squid fishing, watch a movie, book a spa treatment, or simply relax under the stars on the rooftop sundeck — the perfect end to your first day aboard the Velar of the Seas luxury cruise.