Vietnam · Cruise & Sailing

From Hanoi: 2-Day Lan Ha Bay & Viet Hai Village Discovery Cruise

2 Days Round trip from Pickup service provided in Hanoi. Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 2-day cruise through the tranquil scenery of Lan Ha Bay
  • 02 Kayak through Dark and Bright Cave and swim at Ba Trai Dao beach
  • 03 Visit Viet Hai Village by bicycle or electric car
  • 04 Enjoy a Vietnamese cooking demonstration on board
  • 05 Start the morning with Tai Chi and sunrise views over the bay
  • 06 See landmarks including Pen Islet, Turtle Islet, and Monkey Island
  • 07 Round-trip shuttle transfer from Hanoi Old Quarter included

Discover the quieter beauty of Lan Ha Bay on this 2-day cruise from Hanoi, combining scenic sailing, outdoor adventure, and local culture. Travel via Cat Ba Island and cruise among limestone formations, with time to kayak through Dark and Bright Cave, swim at Ba Trai Dao beach, and relax on board as you take in the bay’s peaceful atmosphere.

The experience also includes a visit to Viet Hai Village, where you can explore island life by bicycle or electric car, plus onboard moments such as a Vietnamese cooking demonstration, meals on the cruise, Tai Chi at sunrise, and evening activities including squid fishing. With transport from Hanoi Old Quarter included, this is an easy and memorable way to experience one of northern Vietnam’s most scenic coastal regions.

Discover the quieter beauty of Lan Ha Bay on this 2-day cruise from Hanoi, combining scenic sailing, outdoor adventure, and local culture.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Hanoi, Hai Phong, Cát Bà Island
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Hanoi – Cat Ba Island – Lan Ha Bay ( L/D)7:00 - 7:30: Pick-up at hotels if located in the Hanoi Old Quarter by shuttle bus departing to Lan Ha Bay with stopovers for refreshing en route.

On the way, we will make some stops for a short break. Transferred by a ferry from Hai Phong City to Cat Ba Island and keep going to the Ben Beo Pier.12.00 – 12.10: Welcome by your staff at the Cai Beo Cruise Port 12.30 – 13.00: Check-in the cruise, enjoy a welcome drink & cruise briefing. 13.30: Visit Pen Islet, a landmark associated with the image of a giant pen on the sea in the middle of Lan Ha Bay. 13.30 – 14.30: Have lunch while cruising to charming Lan Ha bay; admire the fascinating formations on the way. 15.00 – 17.00: Explore the magnificent quiet bay by kayaking through Dark and Bright Cave or just relaxing on a wild beach on the island. Swimming at Ba Trai Dao beach. 17.30 – 19.15: Return to your vessel for rejuvenation, relishing a serene time on the sundeck, and participating in an authentic Vietnamese cooking demonstration before savoring dinner onboard.

Post-dinner: Have dinner BBQ onboard. Join squid fishing tour. Relax on the sundeck, or enjoy drinks at the bar. Sing karaoke and experience the wonderful sensation of soaking your feet in Himalayan salt rock. Overnight on board. Overnight on board

2
Day 02

Lan Ha Bay – Viet Hai Village – Hanoi (B/L )06.15 – 07.00: Greet the bay with a refreshing Tai Chi session. Admire the sunrise on Lan Ha Bay. 07.00 – 07.50: Savor the morning vista of the bay’s landscape with a cup of tea or coffee. Enjoy breakfast in your cozy, Vietnamese-decorated dining area as we set course for Viet Hai fishing Village within the bay.

10.00: Check out of your cabin. Begin the cruise back to the port while savoring a set lunch. 11.00 – 11.30: Visit Turtle Islet, the icon of Lan Ha Bay, then you will marvel at Monkey Island, an extremely famous landmark in the Cat Ba Archipelago.

11.45 – 12.00: Disembark. 08.00 – 09.30: Embark on a cycling tour or electric car ride to explore the local life of a fishing village nestled on the island. Immerse yourself in the invigorating air, lush greenery, and the charming local life in the village of Viet Hai. 16:30: Back to Hanoi Old Quarter. The tour guide will drop you back at your hotel Note: The order of visits during the cruise may be changed depending on local weather conditions.Not Included

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Hanoi. 3 cities · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Dinner
  • Lunch
  • Breakfast
  • Shuttle Bus pick up & drop off at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter
  • Entrance and sightseeing fees
  • En-suite cabin with A/C and hot water. Cabin sharing 2,3 person sharing base on Twin/ Double/Triple
  • Swimming, Kayaking, bicycle/electric car, Cooking Class, Night squid fishing
  • Entrance tickets, Welcome drink, Friendly Tour guide on board

What's Not Included

  • Personal expenses & Drinks
  • Holiday Surcharge & Other services are not listed above

Know before you go

  • PASSPORT REQUIRED
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements. Please indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.
  • We will pick up all the guests at the hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter or Hanoi Opera House if you stay outside.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Hanoi.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Hanoi.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 2 days finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Hanoi..

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