Lan Ha Bay 3D2N: Peaceful Journey & Hidden

Details Itinerary

07:00 – Pick up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter (if transfer service is booked with us) and depart for Cat Ba Island. Short breaks will be made along the way.

11:15 – Arrive at Ben Beo Pier. Your tour guide will provide entrance tickets to Lan Ha Bay and Ha Long Bay (included in the tour price).

11:20 – Board the boat and begin cruising through the breathtaking Lan Ha Bay. Pass by Cai Beo Floating Fishing Village, one of the oldest fishing villages in Northern Vietnam, while admiring the dramatic limestone karsts rising from emerald waters.

12:00 – Enjoy a freshly prepared Vietnamese lunch onboard with stunning bay views (vegetarian options available).

14:30 – Explore the peaceful lagoon area by kayak. Paddle through caves, natural tunnels, and hidden lagoons while discovering the untouched beauty of the bay. If lucky, you may spot the rare Cat Ba Langur.

15:30 – Continue cruising through the quieter and less-touristy areas of Ha Long Bay.

16:30 – Stop at Ba Trai Dao Beach for swimming, relaxing, or cliff-jumping from the boat. Enjoy one of the bay’s most pristine and peaceful beaches.

17:30 – Visit a floating fish farm and learn about the local fishermen’s way of life. Join a hands-on Vietnamese cooking class onboard before dinner.

19:30 – Experience the magic of bioluminescent night kayaking. Paddle through glowing waters under the stars and witness natural plankton lighting up the sea.

20:00 – Arrive at Viet Hai Village, a peaceful village hidden in the heart of Cat Ba National Park, surrounded by mountains and lush jungle.

06:30 – Enjoy breakfast at the restaurant.

07:30 – Cycle around Viet Hai Village and experience the peaceful countryside. Enjoy scenic mountain views and try a natural fish massage in the stream.

08:30 – Check out and transfer back to Viet Hai Pier for the journey to Monkey Island.

09:30 – Arrive at Monkey Island. Relax on the beach, swim, interact with monkeys, or hike to the viewpoint for panoramic views of Lan Ha Bay.

*Important note: In case Monkey Island is closed or inaccessible due to weather conditions, the itinerary will be adjusted and replaced with a trekking experience to Navy Peak, offering stunning panoramic views of Cat Ba and Lan Ha Bay.

10:30 – Check in to the cruise.

15:00 – 17:00 – Explore the quiet bay by kayaking or relax on a secluded beach.

17:30 – 19:15 – Return to the cruise to relax on the sundeck and enjoy dinner onboard.

Evening – Free time to relax, enjoy drinks at the bar, or admire the peaceful atmosphere of the bay. Overnight onboard.

08:00 – Enjoy breakfast while taking in the peaceful beauty of the bay. Head to the sundeck for panoramic views and memorable photos.

10:30 – Continue cruising through hidden caves and remote limestone islets.

12:00 – Return to the harbor and transfer back to Hanoi or continue to your next destination.

Important info

Include

Pick up and drop off Cat Ba town
1 night on Cruise + 1 night at homestay in Viet Hai Village
Electric car pick up from Viet Hai harbor to Lan homestay
Entrance tickets
All meals on the tour 2 - breakfast, 3 - lunch, 2 - dinner
English speaking tour guide
Kayaking and swimming, hiking, night kayak

Exclude

Drinks
Taxes
Personal expenses, single supplement
Round trip bus Hanoi/ Ninh Binh/ Ha Long - Cat Ba
Holiday surcharge (Xmas, new year, lunar new year, Apr 30, May 1)

Important Notes Before Booking

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation 3 days before departure
50% if you cancel from 1-3 days before departure
100% charge with in 1 day before departure

Children Policy

A group with 2 adults and 1 child: the child under 5 years old is FOC, sharing a bed with parents.
A group with 2 adults & children: One child under 5 years old is FOC, the other children under 5 years old are charged at 75% based on adult rate, sharing a bed with parents.
Children from 5 to under 9 years old are charged at 75% based on adult rate, sharing a bed with parents.
Children from 9 years old are charged at 100% based on adult price. "

Notes for guests

In case Monkey Island is closed or inaccessible due to weather conditions, the itinerary will be adjusted and replaced with a trekking experience to Navy Peak, offering stunning panoramic views of Cat Ba and Lan Ha Bay.
Itinerary may be changed depending on weather conditions.
Guests are requested to submit their passport at least 24 hours prior to the departure for the travel declaration to the port authority.
The order of sightseeing places is subject to change. However, guests will visit all the places listed in the itinerary.
nused services such as meals, sightseeing tours, transport and activities listed in the agenda will not be refunded or exchanged.