Vietnam · Cruise & Sailing

From Hanoi: 2-Day Lan Ha Bay Cruise to Discover Hidden Beauty

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

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Cruise through Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay on a 2-day journey from Hanoi
02 Stay overnight in a luxury en-suite cabin with private balcony
03 Enjoy kayaking, bamboo sampan, swimming, and squid fishing
04 Join a Vietnamese cooking demonstration and sunset party
05 Start the morning with Tai Chi on the sundeck
06 Round-trip limousine transfer from Hanoi Old Quarter included

Set off from Hanoi on a 2-day cruise through the dramatic seascapes of Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay, where emerald waters and limestone karsts create one of Vietnam’s most memorable natural settings. With transport, meals, and overnight accommodation on board included, this journey makes it easy to relax and enjoy the bay at an unhurried pace.

Along the way, take part in activities such as kayaking, a bamboo sampan ride, swimming, squid fishing, Tai Chi, and a Vietnamese cooking demonstration. Between excursions, unwind in your en-suite cabin with private balcony, enjoy freshly prepared meals, and soak up the peaceful atmosphere on the water.

Set off from Hanoi on a 2-day cruise through the dramatic seascapes of Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay, where emerald waters and limestone karsts create one of Vietnam’s most memorable natural settings.

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 Halong, Hanoi

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Hanoi - Halong Bay - Lan Ha Bay (Lunch/Dinner)We will pick up guests at hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter Area. Please ready at your hotel lobby, our guide will come and check your name at receptionist for transfer to Ha Long Bay by expressway. It takes about 3 hours drive included short break on the way. 11:30 – 11:45 AM: Arrive at our waiting lounge at Tuan Chau International Marina, Halong Bay, you will have a bit of time to relax and wait for our captain to finish the registration and transfer by tender to our Cruise. 12:30 – 13:00: Welcome on the Cruise. You will be given a short briefing about your cruise while sipping your welcome drink in the restaurant.

13:00 – 13:15: Enjoy a lunch in the luxury dining room while Cruise slowly glides between the numerous small islands. 15:00: Drop anchor for swimming or just simply sunbathe on our cruise (private, wild and fresh air). Also, you can do kayaking under our tour guide’s instructions to explore many beautiful spots. 16:30: Come back to Cruise for taking relaxing. 17:30 : Join sunset party happy hours & cooking class. 19:15: The delicious dinner is served with fresh food set menu. 21:00: After dinner, reward yourself with a large selection of cocktails at panoramic bar or go down to the entrance of the cruise for the squid fishing (We open the light and preparing the squid fishing rods). Overnight on board

Day 02

Lan Ha Bay - Halong Bay - Hanoi (Breakfast/Lunch)06:00 – 06:30: Wake up early for the sunrise (depends on the season and the weather) Enjoy Tai Chi session on the sundeck (If it is not raining). Tai Chi helps focus the mind and condition the body. 06:30: Light breakfast is served in the dining room with the morning view of bay’s landscape.

07:00-7:15: Traditional bamboo sampan or kayaking activities in the Light cave area – a perfect destination for the adventurous visitor who would love to row or kayak on calm water surface while enjoying the cave’s impressive stonewalls. 08:30: Come back to the Cruise and pack your luggage. 09:15: Check-out, settle your bills and return the room keys at the reception area.

09:30: Delicious brunch is served at the restaurant. 10:45: After disembarking from Cruise, you will be transferred speedboat to Tuan Chau Marina at 11h00 AM to 11h30 AM. 11:30: Return to Hanoi by comfortable air-con shuttle limousine when you arrived the harbour.

Guests will say good bye crews and Halong Bay then get on transfer back to Hanoi City. After 3 hours driving by expressway, we will drop off guests at same hotel/place in Old Quarter between 15h00 PM to 15h30 PM. End Trip! Not included

The route

Where you'll travel

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

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Limousine Bus Pick up & drop off at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter
Entrance and sightseeing fees
Full equipped luxury en-suite cabin with a private balcony, multi A/C, private bathroom
Welcome drink onboard & Cookery demonstration
Activities such as kayaking, bamboo sampan, squid fishing, Tai Chi, seasonal jacuzzi and library
Friendly English Speaking Guide

What's Not Included

Personal Expenses & Drinks, Spa
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 stayoutside. We will pick you up at the arrival hall. The driver will be waiting for you with a sign with the lead traveler's name.

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