1-Day Lan Ha Bay Cruise from Hanoi with Viet Hai Village Visit

1 Day Round trip from Hanoi Old Quarter Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Cruise past Cai Beo ancient fishing village, a peaceful 7,000-year-old floating community
02 Explore Viet Hai Village by electric car or bicycle with local encounters and fish-foot massage
03 Kayak and swim in Lan Ha Bay's emerald waters among rocky limestone islands
04 Relax on Serenity Cruises with lunch onboard and a small sunset party on deck

Escape Hanoi for a full-day adventure to Lan Ha Bay and Cát Bà Island, combining a scenic coastal drive with a relaxed cruise through emerald waters and dramatic limestone islands. Cruise past the ancient floating houses of Cai Beo ancient fishing village, enjoy lunch aboard Serenity Cruises, and head ashore to explore Viet Hai Village by electric car or bicycle. Meet local residents, enjoy a unique fish-foot massage, and spend time kayaking and swimming in the bay. The day ends with time to unwind on the top deck and a small sunset party before returning to Hanoi in the evening.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Hanoi, Cát Bà Island

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Lan Ha Bay Cruise and Viet Hai Village Experience

Pick up: 7:00 - 7:30 Get picked up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter and depart for Cát Bà Island.
Arrival: 10:15 - 10:30 Reach Cát Bà Island and drive along a scenic coastal road from Cai Vieng Port to Beo Harbour.
Welcome: 11:00 Receive a warm welcome aboard SERENITY CRUISES. While enjoying a welcome drink, your tour guide will provide key information about the cruise, itinerary, and other important notes.
Cruise: Our captain steers the cruise slowly as the poetic scenery of Cai Beo ancient fishing village comes into view, with floating houses lying along the mountainside. You will be surprised by the peaceful beauty of this 7,000-year-old village.
Cruise: The cruise moves further into the core of the bay, where you can't help but be amazed by the gift of Mother Nature: a large bay area with phenomenal emerald water embracing hundreds of rocky islands of various sizes and shapes.
Lunch: 11:30 Enjoy a delicious lunch. A buffet lunch is served for groups of 40 guests or more.
Viet Hai Village: 13:00 After lunch, the cruise sails to Viet Hai Port. Disembark and head to the pier, where you will take an electric car or bicycle to the ancient Viet Hai Village. Experience a unique fish-foot massage, stroll through well-preserved traditional houses, or engage in conversations with local residents for a truly memorable experience.
KAYAKING - SWIMMING: 14:30 Our captain and tour guide will choose the best stop for the group to enjoy interesting activities such as swimming in the middle of the sea, boat jumping, sliding from the top deck into the cool water, and kayaking. We highly recommend that you wear a life jacket when swimming, kayaking, or using the water slide for a safe journey.
Return: 15:40 The boat begins its journey back to Beo Pier. This is the perfect time to relax on the top deck with a drink you order.
Sunset party: 16:15 A small sunset party is served with fresh fruit, biscuits, and tea.
Return: 16:45 Return to Beo Dock, say "Goodbye" to Lan Ha Bay and the Serenity Cruise team, and get on the bus back to Hà Nội.
Arrival: 20:30 Arrive at Hanoi Old Quarter, ending an unforgettable journey.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Hanoi Old Quarter 2 cities · 1 Day

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Round-trip transfer Hà Nội - Cát Bà Island
Vietnamese/English-speaking guide on the boat
Welcome drink
Entrance ticket and sightseeing ticket
Lunch on the cruise
Experienced and professional tour guide
Kayaking, swimming, and cycling
1 complimentary bottle of water

What's Not Included

Tips for the tour guide and boat staff
Drinks at the bar

Know before you go

Cruise itinerary might be changed due to weather and other conditions without prior notice.
Swimming or kayaking activity may not be possible due to bad weather. Unused services are not subject to a refund.
Lunch on the cruise is served with seafood, meats, and Vietnamese rice. Requests for vegetarian food should be informed at least 1 day before departure.
Guests are requested to submit their personal information at least 24 hours prior to departure for the travel declaration to the port authority, including full name, birthday, and nationality.

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