Vietnam · Cruise & Sailing

Hanoi 3 Days 2 Nights Luxury Cruise Escape to Lan Ha Bay

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

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 3-day luxury cruise through the serene landscapes of Lan Ha Bay
  • 02 Visit Dark & Bright Cave by bamboo boat
  • 03 Swim or kayak in calm waters beside the cruise
  • 04 Cycle through Viet Hai Village, with e-car option available
  • 05 Join onboard Vietnamese cooking classes and Tai Chi sessions
  • 06 Enjoy sunset views, happy hour, and evening squid fishing
  • 07 2 nights of onboard accommodation with included meals
  • 08 Round-trip transfer available from Hanoi Old Quarter

Leave the energy of Hanoi behind and unwind on a 3-day, 2-night luxury cruise through the tranquil waters of Lan Ha Bay. With elegant onboard accommodation, scenic sailing among limestone karsts, and a route designed to showcase quieter corners of the bay, this journey blends comfort with immersive exploration.

Over the course of the cruise, enjoy experiences such as visiting Dark & Bright Cave by bamboo boat, swimming and kayaking in calm bays, cycling through Viet Hai Village, joining Vietnamese cooking sessions, and relaxing on deck during sunset. Along the way, savor included meals on board and peaceful evenings surrounded by the bay’s striking natural scenery.

Leave the energy of Hanoi behind and unwind on a 3-day, 2-night luxury cruise through the tranquil waters of Lan Ha Bay.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Halong, Hanoi
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

HANOI – TUAN CHAU HARBOR – LAN HA BAY – DARK & BRIGHT CAVE ( Lunch, Dinner)07:40 – 08:30 Pick-up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter ( for guests booking shuttle service ). For guests outside the Old Quarter, meeting point is Hanoi Opera House.11:45 Arrival at Tuan Chau Harbor.

11:45 – 12:00: Transfer by tender to Luxury Cruise. Welcome by the Cruise Manager and crew, followed by a safety briefing.

13:15: Enjoy a delicious lunch on the 4th floor while cruising into the stunning Lan Ha Bay – an extension of Ha Long Bay with fewer boats and unspoiled scenery.14:45 Visit Dark & Bright Cave on a bamboo boat rowed by local villagers (approx. 45 minutes). Enjoy the peaceful lagoon surrounded by towering limestone cliffs.

16:45 – 17:45: Return to the cruise. You may choose to kayak or swim in the calm waters behind the ship. Life jackets and towels provided.

17:00: Sunset & Happy Hour on the sundeck – enjoy a fruit platter, drinks, and the magical sunset view.

18:00: Join our Vietnamese cooking class at the restaurant to learn how to make traditional dishes.

19:00: Indulge in a flavorful Signature Dinner (drinks excluded). 20:30: Evening activities:Try squid fishing. Enjoy cocktails or wine at the bar. Relax, book a spa treatment, or stargaze on the sundeck

Overnight on the cruiseOvernight on the cruise

2
Day 02

VIET HAI VILLAGE – VAN BOI BEACH – ONBOARD ACTIVITIES ( Light Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)06:00 Tai Chi session on the sundeck 06:45 Enjoy a light breakfast with tea, coffee, and pastries. 08:00 Transfer to Viet Hai Village by our Day Boat. Prepare your swimsuit, sunglasses, sunscreen, and small cash if you’d like to buy drinks or souvenirs. Towels are provided by the crew.10:00 Cycling to Viet Hai Village (approx. 4km). E-cars are available for guests who prefer not to cycle.14:45 Visit Vạn Bội Beach – a secluded area perfect for kayaking and swimming. Life jackets & towels provided.

16:00 Return to the main cruise and freshen up.

17:00 – 18:00 Happy Hour with drinks and sunset views. 18:00 Enjoy another cooking demonstration on board. 19:00: Savor a delightful Dinner (drinks excluded). 20:30 Relax with squid fishing, order drinks at the bar, or simply unwind under the stars.Overnight on the cruise

3
Day 03

LAN HA BAY – TRA BAU AREA – HANOI ( Light Breakfast, Brunch)06:00 Tai Chi session on the sundeck. 06:15 – 07:15 Light breakfast served at the restaurant. Tea, coffee, and juices included.

07:30 – 08:15 Last chance to swim in the emerald waters behind the ship.

09:00 Cabin check-out Leave your luggage outside your cabin door. Return the key card to reception.

09:30 – 10:00 Brunch time (drinks excluded)

10:30 Disembark from the Cruise11:30 Transfer back to Hanoi (for guests booking return transfer). 15:00 - 15:30: Drop off our guests in Hanoi Old Quarter, the end of the trip. See you on the next journey!Not included

The route

Where you'll travel

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

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Pick up and drop off from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter
  • 2 nights onboard accommodation on the Cruise
  • All meals onboard: 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners, 1 brunch
  • Entrance fees, sightseeing tickets
  • Bamboo boat/ kayaking, swimming, cooking class, squid fishing

What's Not Included

  • Personal Expenses & Beverages, Massage, spa treatments
  • 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 will pick up all the guests at the hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter or Hanoi Opera House if you stayoutside.

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

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