Heritage Cruises Binh Chuan Cat Ba Archipelago

Heritage Cruises' Binh Chuan Cat Ba Archipelago, built with great pride and inspired by the legacy of the King of Ships, Bach Thai Buoi, commemorates the centenary of its launch in Hai Phong. A century ago, Bach Thai Buoi successfully inaugurated the Binh Chuan ship.

Heritage Binh Chuan offers an authentic experience, accommodating a range of 40 to 60 passengers, ensuring an intimate and refined cruise through the Gulf of Tonkin. Passengers immerse themselves in Vietnam's culture, history, art, and its people while voyaging amidst the awe-inspiring natural wonders.

The excellence of Heritage Binh Chuan has been acknowledged with the prestigious TripAdvisor 2023 Travelers’ Choice ``Best of The Best`` award. Furthermore, it has been nominated for the title of World’s Best Boutique Cruise Line 2023 by the esteemed World Cruise Awards.

Heritage Discover Cruise 2 Days 1 Night

Cat Ba Archipelago is an exotic destination with pristine beaches, secluded lagoons, coves, tropical forest and lakes. On this program, find the best places for kayaking and boating. Experience, discover, explore, immerse and relax!

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Heritage Explorer Ocean Cruise 3 Days 2 Nights

The Heritage Explorer Ocean Cruise is a program particularly designed for those who love exploring. Venture off the beaten track, go kayaking and visit floating fish farms and villages. Discover secluded beaches, lagoons, coves and caves.

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Heritage Expedition Cruise 4 Days 3 Nights

Heritage Expedition is a program particularly designed for those who love exploring and immersing themselves in local life, nature, culture and adventure to discover the authenticity of the destination.

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Testimonials

“Travel is all about places, experiences, and memories. I would like to introduce you to the rich cultural heritage of the Gulf of Tonkin and the ...”

Pham Ha - Founder and CEO of Heritage Cruises

“This authentic experience offers the chance to cruise the Gulf of Tonkin (Lan Ha Bay, Bai Tu Long Bay, and Halong Bay) in an authentic and unique...”

Colm Hutchinton - Director of Halo Digital Marketing Agency

“Like boutique hotels, boutique cruises are characterized by their intimate atmosphere and idiosyncratic style. They distinguish themselves from l...”

Huong Pham - Operation Manager - Luxury Travel

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Beyond offering a cozier atmosphere, the small size of these cruise ships creates a whole different experience, b...”

Nguyen Tien Hiep - Director of Halucom

Frequently Asked Questions

When Is The Best Time to Visit?

Halong Bay, Bai Tu Long Bay or Cat Ba Archipelago in the Gulf of Tonkin can be visited all year round. The best time to visit is September to April. Expect hot weather and some tropical rain in the summer from May to August, but the sun and blue skies reappear after the rain before a magical sunset and the moon rising high into the night sky. Be the first to cruise with us on board Heritage Cruises where our team ensures you enjoy every experience whatever the weather conditions.

Is a one-night cruise with Heritage Cruises enough to experience everything?

Some of our clients have told us that one night is too short, so if you want a trip that offers both activities and time to relax, the two-night Heritage Explorer or the three-night Heritage Expeditions options are recommended.

With an extra day, guests can relax in the stunning environment, spend time at a beach, or take a more active approach with swimming, kayaking or cave exploring The boat is a destination in itself with many experiences to offer. Each cabin has a private balcony, and the bathroom has a Jacuzzi allowing guests to enjoy spectacular views while soaking in the tub.

How To Decide Between Halong Bay, Lan Ha Bay, Or Bai Tu Long Bay?

No trip to the North of Vietnam can be considered complete without a visit to the absolutely stunning Halong Bay region. But it’s not always that simple to choose your ideal cruising journey: The Tonkin Gulf actually includes 3 bays: Bai Tu Long, Lan Ha and last but not least, Halong Bay.

Halong Bay is by far the most well known by tourists, who come from all over the world to see its stunning beauty. But here’s the catch: Lan Ha Bay and Bai Tu Long Bay have the same scenic beauty as Halong Bay, in fact, some people say more so.
Travelers are seeking new and exotic experiences and plus value, whether it is in terms of personal value or value for money. They are looking for new destinations, new hotels, and new cruising experiences. They search for exclusivity and want to be the first to discover a destination. Many have moved towards a quieter understated luxury and plan their trips with a focus on authenticity and experiential travel, searching for particularly enriching once-in-a-lifetime experiences. For us, it is essentially about creating an experiential type of travel that is personal as well as authentic and memorable.

Halong Bay is understandably popular and crowded, but if you want to come experience it alone without other tourists, be sure to book our private charter boat that will sail where you want, cruising on your own itinerary. Go deep into the bay. Explore the caves and grottoes. Head over to Bai Tu Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay. Go trekking in the Cat Ba National Park, rock climbing, kayaking, and, watching some of the most amazing sunsets that you’ll ever set eyes on. The choice is yours.