Vietnam · Cruise & Sailing

Halong Catamaran Premium: Lan Ha Bay Luxury Day Cruise

6 Hours Round trip from Bai Chay Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Cruise through the scenic limestone landscapes of Lan Ha Bay
  • 02 Enjoy lunch on board prepared by an award-winning chef
  • 03 Kayak or ride a bamboo boat to visit Bright - Dark Cave
  • 04 Swim and relax at Frog Pond in Lan Ha Bay
  • 05 Join a Vietnamese summer roll cooking demonstration
  • 06 Take in sunset views with tea, fruit, and cakes on board

Set sail on a premium day cruise through Lan Ha Bay, a quieter and equally spectacular neighbor of Halong Bay. Aboard a modern catamaran, enjoy a relaxed journey past dramatic limestone scenery with time to dine, explore, and unwind on the water.

The experience combines a gourmet lunch, kayaking or a bamboo boat ride to Bright - Dark Cave, swimming at Frog Pond, and a hands-on Vietnamese cooking demonstration. Round off the day with tea, cakes, and sunset views as you sail back to the harbor.

It's a peaceful little corner of Halong Bay all to ourselves.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Halong, Hanoi
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

11:00 – 11:20 Boarding the Cruise

The bus will arrive at Tuan Chau marina and reach our pier, where our welcoming staff will be waiting for your arrival with a big smile. A complimentary welcome drink will be served, and a quick briefing as we set off into the bay.

12:00– 13:00 Lunch On Board

Our award-winning chef will be serving up amazing delights for guests to indulge.14:00 - 15:00 Kayaking or sitting on Bamboo Boat to Visit the Bright - Dark Cave We will spend 1-hour round trip paddling through a little grotto and into our private lagoon, surrounded by rock walls in all directions. It's a peaceful little corner of Halong Bay all to ourselves. The tour guide will tell the folklore of Halong Bay before paddling back to the boat. 

15:15 - 15:45 Frog Pond, Swimming-Lan Ha Bay Enjoy in the trampoline, water slide , go for a swim, or just stay on the boat and relax in Lan Ha Bay. So, relax and take a few moments to reflect on the absolute beauty of this natural wonder of the world.

16:00 Cooking Demonstration Learn the history of a traditional Vietnamese dish that is the most famous. From the fresh ingredients to the preparation method, and then have a try at making them yourselves. You’ll be able to make Vietnamese summer rolls in your own kitchen after this informative and fun course. Excite all your friends and family at home with your new skills! 16:30 Sunset Ceremony - Tea, Cakes Complimentary Vietnamese teas, fresh fruit, and little cakes to keep you satisfied until you return to Hanoi. While the sunset starts to drop and the sky fills with deep red, purple, and yellow, enjoy the return sail back.

17:45 – 18:00 Disembark - Limousine We dock at the harbor. Tour end.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Bai Chay 2 cities · 6 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Welcome drink & tasty Lunch
  • Kayaking or Sitting on Bamboo Boat
  • Cooking demonstration & Sunset Ceremony
  • English speaking guide
  • Entrance and sightseeing fees

What's Not Included

  • Personal expenses & Beverages
  • Holiday surcharge & All other services not clearly mentioned above

Know before you go

  • PASSPORT REQUIRED
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements, please indicate them when booking.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Bai Chay, VN
Tour start
Bai Chay, VN
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 6 hours finish where they began, in Bai Chay.

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