Gliding through the quieter emerald waters of Lan Ha Bay and the legendary limestone karsts of Halong Bay, Mon Chéri Cruises offers an elegant retreat from Vietnam's busier maritime routes. These two boutique yachts provide a sophisticated sanctuary on the water, designed for travelers seeking an intimate connection with pristine natural beauty. By charting a deliberate course around Cat Ba Island, the experience prioritizes privacy and carefully curated exploration, making it an exceptional choice for small groups and families. Blending contemporary comfort with authentic Vietnamese hospitality, the journey seamlessly immerses guests in the serene, unspoiled landscapes of one of Southeast Asia's most captivating destinations.
Departure: Daily from Hanoi
from $155/person
* Free Kayaking
* Free Vietnam visa service
Experience great hospitality and fall in love with the incredible natural landscape of Halong Bay. It is our honor to serve you to experience the best that Vietnam has to offer on this cruise.
You can trust our years of experience to bring you unrivalled luxury and comfort. We know how important professional yet warm hospitality is to your holiday. We have taken great care to create an outstanding menu, and a wonderful experience for you. We have spared no expense in ensuring your great comfort and safety.
We will introduce you to unique areas in the Halong – Lan Ha Bays, so you can view the unrivalled scenery of karst mountains and mysterious caves. We will also anchor in special areas so you can immerse yourself in the emerald waters of the Bay, and enjoy water sport activities.
Mon Cheri Cruises are unique also because we know how valuable your holiday time is. Due to special arrangements we have made, the distance you will travel from Hanoi to Halong is very much shorter compared to other classic cruises. Less time on the road means more time to experience an unforgettable and most relaxing holiday.
Allow us to serve you.
Phone: +84 982 661 133
Price range: $310 - $1430
Mon Chéri Cruises Specifications Overview
| Cruise name | Mon Chéri Cruises |
|---|---|
| Best for | Luxury travelers, Couples, and halal-conscious travelers |
| Cruise Category | 5 Star |
| Launch Year | January 2018 |
| Number of Decks | 5 |
| Number of Cabins | 18 |
| Passenger Capacity | 50 guests |
| Cruise Length | 68 metes (~ 223.1 ft) |
| Cruise Width | 12 metes (~ 39.37 ft) |
| Cruise Height | 9 metes (~ 29.53 ft) |
| Price Range | US$310 - US$1430 |
| Design Style | Blends classic European elegance with rustic, traditional Vietnamese charm |
| Safety Equipment | Sonar, radars, central monitoring alarm systems, smoke sensors, fire extinguishers, and life jackets |
| Departure Port | Tuan Chau International Cruise Port (Block #34, Big Bay group terminal) |
| Booking Terms | View Booking Terms & Conditions |
- Launch Year
January 2018 - No. of Decks
5 decks - Cruise Length
68m
- Cruise category

- Number of Cabins
18 Cabins - Cruise Width
12m
- Cruise Capacity
50 Persons - Cruise Height
9m
RATE: Cruise Rate is quoted in US Dollar per CABIN
| 2 DAYS PROGRAM | (Summer Promotion) | & 1st October 2026 - 31st December 2026 | ||
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| CRUISE RATE | Double Cabin | Single Cabin | Double Cabin | Single Cabin |
| OCEAN SUITE BALCONY | 310 | 255 | 370 | 300 |
| OCEAN SUITE BALCONY - Triple | 470 | 545 | ||
| OCEAN SUITE BALCONY CONNECTING 4 PAX | 650 | 750 | ||
| ELEGANCE SUITE BALCONY | 340 | 275 | 400 | 325 |
| ELEGANCE SUITE BALCONY - Triple | 515 | 590 | ||
| ELEGANCE SUITE BALCONY CONNECTING 4 PAX | 710 | 810 | ||
| ELEGANCE FAMILY SUITE BALCONY 4 PAX | 650 | 740 | ||
| MON CHERI SUITE TERRACE | 470 | 365 | 530 | 420 |
| PRESIDENT SUITE BALCONY | 600 | 465 | 680 | 545 |
| TRANSFER | Shuttle Bus | Private Car | ||
| Hanoi-Halong Bay-Hanoi | 35/pp | 65/pp | ||
| Hanoi-Halong Bay-Airport | N/A | 75/pp | ||
| Above Price Includes: | Excludes: |
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| 3 DAYS PROGRAM | (Summer Promotion) | & 1st October 2026 - 31st December 2026 | ||
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| CRUISE RATE | Double Cabin | Single Cabin | Double Cabin | Single Cabin |
| OCEAN SUITE BALCONY | 540 | 430 | 645 | 515 |
| OCEAN SUITE BALCONY - Triple | 780 | 955 | ||
| OCEAN SUITE BALCONY CONNECTING 4 PAX | 1090 | 1318 | ||
| ELEGANCE SUITE BALCONY | 590 | 465 | 706 | 565 |
| ELEGANCE SUITE BALCONY - Triple | 880 | 1034 | ||
| ELEGANCE SUITE BALCONY CONNECTING 4 PAX | 1198 | 1430 | ||
| ELEGANCE FAMILY SUITE BALCONY 4 PAX | 1090 | 1326 | ||
| MON CHERI SUITE TERRACE | 800 | 635 | 920 | 735 |
| PRESIDENT SUITE BALCONY | 1035 | 830 | 1205 | 965 |
| TRANSFER | Shuttle Bus | Private Car | ||
| Hanoi-Halong Bay-Hanoi | 35/pp | 75/pp | ||
| Hanoi-Halong Bay-Airport | N/A | 85/pp | ||
| Above Price Includes: | Excludes: |
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Overview: Explores Halong Bay, Light and Dark Cave, Cat Ba Island, Cat Ba National Park, Trung Trang Cave with activities including kayaking, bamboo boat, swimming, sunset party, cooking demonstration, squid fishing, Tai Chi, paired with luxury accommodations and curated experiences.
DAY 1: HANOI – HAI PHONG - HALONG BAY - LAN HA BAY
- Leave Hanoi at 9:30 AM if you take the private transfer or from 8:30 AM to 9:00 AM if you take the shuttle bus and arrive in Got Ferry Terminal – Cat Hai City around 12:00PM (transportation service on your request).
- 12:00: We arrive at the office in Got pier, Cat Hai Village, Hai Phong city, where you will be welcomed by our crew.
- 12:30: Embark Mon Chéri Cruises. You will be served a welcome drink and provided with a cold towel. This will be followed by a cruise briefing where you will also be given safety instructions before checking in to your cabin. We will set sail and you will have lunch in Mon Cheri's luxury restaurant while enjoying the beauty of the canals on our way to Halong Bay.
- 15:30: We arrive at Light and Dark Cave, where you can do kayaking or bamboo boat rowed by local people. Then return to Mon Chéri Cruises, followed by swimming near the ship.
- 17:30: Return to Mon Chéri Cruises, where you can admire the magnificent sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin and enjoy a complimentary sunset party.
- 18:30: Then take part in cooking demonstration to learn about our Vietnamese cuisine. You can also enjoy the massage service which is available onboard. (Please book directly with the Cruise Manager on the boat)
- 19:00: A great dining experience awaits you.
- 20:45-0:00: After finishing dinner, you can enjoy the landscape of the bay at night up on the top deck, relax with romantic ballad music, enjoy drinks from the bar try your luck at squid fishing, watch a movie or relax in your room.
- Overnight on board.
Activities: kayaking, bamboo boat, swimming, sunset party, cooking demonstration, squid fishing
DAY 2: CAT BA ISLAND – HAI PHONG - HANOI
- 6:15: Wake up early to start your perfect day with Tai Chi class or watch the sunrise on the top deck.
- 7:00: Light breakfast is served. in the restaurant.
- 8:00: Visit Cat Ba Island. You are taken by bus to visit the most beautiful stalagmite and stalactite cave, located in Cat Ba National Park.
- 10:00: Return the boat and check out the cabin. Then have brunch in restaurant while the boat sails back to pier. We settle the bill at the end of trip.
- 11:30: Disembark the boat and return to port.
- 12.15: Get on the D-car transfer and return to Hanoi (with the surcharge if required).
- 15:00: Arrive at Hanoi. End of the trip
- Special note: Cruise itineraries and schedules are subject to change without pre-notice depending of the weather and operating conditions. Some outside activities would not be recommended for the elderly (above 70 years old), the handicapped, the kids and pregnant women. Guests should wear sport shoes when go sightseeing the Trung Trang cave.
Activities: Tai Chi
Overview: Explores Halong Bay, Light and Dark Cave, Cat Ba National Park, Monkey island, Cat Ba Island, Hospital Cave, Trung Trang Cave with activities including kayaking, bamboo boat, swimming, sunset party, cooking demonstration, squid fishing, Tai Chi, biking, paired with luxury accommodations and curated experiences.
DAY 1: HANOI – HAI PHONG - HALONG BAY - LAN HA BAY
- Leave Hanoi at 9:30 AM if you take the private transfer or from 8:30 AM to 9:00 AM if you take the shuttle bus and arrive in Got Ferry Terminal – Cat Hai City around 12:00PM (transportation service on your request).
- 12:00: We arrive at the office in Got pier, Cat Hai Village, Hai Phong city, where you will be welcomed by our crew.
- 12:30: Embark Mon Chéri Cruises. You will be served a welcome drink and provided with a cold towel. This will be followed by a cruise briefing where you will also be given safety instructions before checking in to your cabin. We will set sail and you will have lunch in Mon Cheri's luxury restaurant while enjoying the beauty of the canals on our way to Halong Bay.
- 15:30: We arrive at Light and Dark Cave, where you can do kayaking or bamboo boat rowed by local people. Then return to Mon Chéri Cruises, followed by swimming near the ship.
- 17:30: Return to Mon Chéri Cruises, where you can admire the magnificent sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin and enjoy a complimentary sunset party.
- 18:00: Then take part in cooking demonstration to learn about our Vietnamese cuisine of traditional spring rolls. You can also enjoy the massage service, which is available on board. (Please book directly with the Cruise Manager on the boat)
- 19:00: A great dining experience awaits you.
- 20:45-0:00: After finishing dinner, you can enjoy the landscape of the bay at night up on the top deck, relax with romantic ballad music, enjoy drinks from the bar try your luck at squid fishing, watch a movie or relax in your room.
- Overnight on the board.
Activities: kayaking, bamboo boat, swimming, sunset party, cooking demonstration, squid fishing
DAY 2: LAN HA BAY – VAN BOI BAY - CAT BA ISLAND
- 6:15: It is perfect to prepare for your energetic day in the early morning to admire the marvelous sunrise while attending the Tai Chi class on the top deck.
- 7:00: Light breakfast is served in the restaurant.
- 8:00: Start to go sightseeing. After about 15 minutes moving by bus, you will have 20 to 30 minutes involved in biking activity through Cat Ba National Park (optional). Bus is available for those do not want to join or cannot be capable to join this activity.
- 9:30: Visit Cat Ba Town to see the local people activities. After biking through Cat Ba National Park, the car will transfer you to the center of Cat Ba Town.
- 11:30: Return to the boat, where a Vietnamese local lunch is served on the day boat.
- 14:00: Kayaking to explore Van Boi Bay (or Monkey island) and visiting the local people who live in the floating village, followed by swimming at a pristine beach and kayaking.
- 16:00: Back on board Mon Chéri Cruises. You are free to take a shower before enjoying the sunset party with a new group of guests.
- 19:00: Another great dining experience awaits you.
- 20:45 – 00:00: After finishing dinner, you can enjoy the landscape of the bay at night up on the top deck, relax with lovely music, enjoy drinks from the bar, try your luck again at squid fishing, watch a movie or retire to your room.
- Overnight on the board.
Activities: Tai Chi, biking, kayaking, swimming, sunset party, squid fishing
DAY 3: CAT BA ISLAND – HANOI
- 06:00: Wake up early to start your perfect day with Tai Chi class or watch the sunrise on the top deck.
- 7:00: Light breakfast is served in the restaurant.
- 8:00: Visit Cat Ba Island. You are taken by bus to visit the most beautiful stalagmite and stalactite cave (Hospital Cave), located in Cat Ba National Park.
- 10:00: Return the boat and check out the cabin. Then have brunch in restaurant while the boat sails back to pier. We settle the bill at the end of trip.
- 11:30: Disembark the boat and return to port.
- 12:15: Get on the D-car transfer and return to Hanoi (with the surcharge if required).
- 15:00: Arrive at Hanoi. End of the trip
- Special note: Cruise itineraries and schedules are subject to change without pre-notice depending of the weather and operating conditions. Some outside activities would not be recommended for the elderly (above 70 years old), the handicapped, the kids and pregnant women. Guests should wear sport shoes when go sightseeing the Trung Trang cave.
Activities: Tai Chi
- No of suites 05 Location
- 1st deck
- Cabin size 35 m2
- Type of bed Double or Twin
- Capacity 02 people
- Extra bed Yes
- Private Balcony Yes
- Jacuzzi No
- View Ocean view
II. Family Suite Balcony
- No of suites 02
- Location 1st deck
- Cabin size 45 m2
- Type of bed 01 double & 01 single
- Capacity 03 people
- Extra bed Yes
- Private Balcony Yes
- Jacuzzi No
- View Ocean view
III. Family Suite Connecting Door
- No of suites 02 pairs
- Location 1st deck
- Cabin size 70 m2
- Type of bed 01 double & 01 twin
- Capacity 04 people
- Extra bed Yes
- Private
- Balcony
- Yes
- Jacuzzi No
- View Ocean view
IV. Elegance Suite Balcony
- No of suites 06
- Location 2nd deck
- Cabin size 45m2
- Type of bed Double or Twin
- Capacity 02 people
- Extra bed Yes
- Private
- Balcony
- Yes
- Jacuzzi Yes
- View Ocean view
V. Mon Chéri Suite Balcony
- No of suites 02
- Location 2nd deck
- Cabin size 50 m2
- Type of bed 01 double (King size)
- Capacity 02 people
- Extra bed Yes
- Private
- Balcony
- Yes
- Jacuzzi Yes
- View Ocean View
offer Free drinks in minibar in room
VI. President Suite Balcony
- No of suites 01
- Cabin size 70 m2
- Type of bed 01 double (King size)
- Capacity 02 people
- Extra bed Yes
- Private
- Balcony
- Yes
- Jacuzzi Yes
- View Ocean View
Wine Yes
Special offer: Free drinks in minibar in room, dinner in cabin on request.
- A deposit of 30% of the tour price per person by credit card or bank transfer plus bank charges is required upon confirmation of your booking (if this amount is less than US$ 500, the full payment will be applied).
- The balance will be paid 15 days prior to the check in date, or you can pay us upon arrival in cash or credit card when we meet in Hanoi.
- Deposit or full payment could be settled via our secured online payment system (SSL).
Cancellation & Refund:
• Cancellation will be charged as follow:
- From 1-3 cabins:
+ 7 days prior to the arrival: No charge.
+ Less then 7 days prior to the arrival: 100% of the total rate charged.
+ No-Show: Will be charged in full.
- From 4-6 cabins:
+ More than 21 days prior to the arrival: No charge.
+ From 20 to 7 days prior to the arrival: 50% of the total rate charged.
+ Less than 7 days prior to the arrival: 100% of the total rate charged.
+ No-Show: Will be charged in full.
- From 7-10 cabins:
+ More than 45 days prior to the arrival: No charge.
+ From 45 to 31 days prior to the arrival: 25% of the total rate charged.
+ From 30 to 21 days prior to the arrival: 50% of the total rate charged.
+ From 20 to 10 days prior to the arrival: 75% of the total rate charged.
+ Less than 10 days prior to the arrival: 100% of the total rate charged.
+ No-Show: Will be charged in full.
• Cancellation must be sent to and confirmed by Vietnam Travel's cruise specialist in writing (by email or fax).
Child Policy (to be confirmed upon reservation and subject to availability):
- Only 01 child under 13 years old is allowed to share cabin with parents, details as below:
+ FOC for 01 child under 5 years old, or
+ Surcharge US$ 105 for 01 child from 5-12 years old (sharing bed with parents).
- In case of Extra bed/ Mattress is required, the following surcharge will be applied accordingly/ US$ 25 for 2D/1N program & US$ 35 for 3D/2N Program.
- FOC baby cot for infant.
Other Policies:
- Check-in time starts at 11:30 AM. Check-out by 10:30 AM.
- Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
- Advance registration is required with full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport number and visa expiry date for all passengers. A valid passport is required upon check-in. Otherwise, boarding may be denied by the port authority.
- A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification/ passport are required upon check-in.
- Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- Promotion or Early Bird comes with tight booking conditions and they will be notified separately by Vietnam Travel.
Notes: Due to cruising conditions, itineraries may change without prior notice. Wi-Fi is available in the restaurant/bar area, but internet connectivity is limited due to the geography of Halong. Thank you for your understanding.

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
I'm really intested in booking one night on board on the 30th of August. I would like to know if the transfer after the cruise could be to Ninh Binh - instead of Hanoi - if so, how much will it cost ?
Thanks in advance for your answer,
best regards
Mai-Thi
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