Vietnam · Cruise & Sailing

Boutique Bai Tu Long Bay Cruises 2 Days Tour Transfer from Hanoi

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

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Cruise through the quieter scenery of Bai Tu Long Bay
02 Overnight stay in a cozy en-suite sea-view cabin
03 Kayak around Cap La Island and relax on the water
04 Visit the less-visited Thien Canh Son Cave
05 Join a sunset party and onboard cooking demonstration
06 Start the day with Tai Chi on the sundeck
07 Roundtrip transfer from Hanoi Old Quarter area included
08 Enjoy Vietnamese meals served on board

Escape the busier parts of Halong Bay and cruise into the quieter landscapes of Bai Tu Long Bay on this 2-day boutique experience from Hanoi. Travel aboard a traditional wooden boat, stay overnight in a cozy en-suite cabin with sea views, and enjoy a relaxed journey through limestone karsts, islands, and calm bay waters.

Along the way, kayak around Cap La Island, visit Thien Canh Son Cave, join a sunset gathering and cooking demonstration on board, and start the morning with Tai Chi on the sundeck. With roundtrip transfer from Hanoi, onboard meals, and sightseeing included, this is a comfortable way to discover a lesser-visited side of the bay.

Escape the busier parts of Halong Bay and cruise into the quieter landscapes of Bai Tu Long Bay on this 2-day boutique experience from Hanoi.

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 - Hon Gai Pier- Bai Tu Long ( L/ D)

07:30. Pick up from your hotel in Hanoi. Drive to Ha Long City through the green fields in the Red River Delta. 10:00. Stopover on the way for a refreshment break. 12:00. Embark at Ha Long wharf. Break and photography time.

12.30: Warmest welcome drinks from our staffs. Listen to a brief of safety on board then check in your cabin 13.30: Enjoying delicious Vietnamese for lunch while leisurely cruising to the core of Bai Tu Long Bay. 15.00: Leave the cruise to discover Cap La Island- the beautiful area in Bai Tu Long bay. Enjoy kayaking through the karst and breathtaking nature, swimming and relaxing 17.30: Get back to the boat and enjoy Sunset Time (enjoy tea and fresh fruits). This time is regarded as “Happy Hour” – “buy two get one free” while our cruise is sailing to the overnight anchorage. 19.00: Sumptuous set-dinner on board. 20.30: Free time for relaxing on the sundeck, listening to music, you may also try your luck with squid fishing. If you want to join in karaoke activity, please our tour guide to be supported. Overnight on board on Bai Tu Long bay

Day 02

Bai Tu Long Bay- Thien Canh Son Cave- Hon Gai Pier-Hanoi ( B/L)

06.30: Freshen up your new day with doing Tai Chi 07.00: Breakfast will be served in Western style and furthermore with Vietnamese traditional food. Tea and coffee is available 08.00: Explore Thien Canh Son cave ( the medium size and less visited cave in Bai Tu Long Bay) Thien Canh Son Cave (called Dong Co by local) is a wild cave located on Bai Tu Long Bay, in the center of Cong Do island. It attracts so many tourists both domestic and overseas by a rare natural beauty, pristine limestone stalactites and beautiful surround landscape. To visit this cave, visitors would walk up about 100 stone steps, placed under the foliages and craggy cliffs which brings in a new feeling like climbing on the heaven gate’s side.

09.30: Back to your boat by tender then finish packing. Please remove all of your belongings from your cabin, you may leave heavy luggage outside of the cabin (staff will transfer directly to the pier). 10.30: Cooking demonstration is organized by our guide at this time. You have a chance to make Vietnamese cuisine by yourself. 11.00: Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch. 12.00: Disembark in Hon Gai pier 12.30: Say goodbye Halong Bay then returns to Hanoi 16:30 Transfer back to Hanoi and trip finishes at the hotel

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

Lunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Pick Up at Hanoi Old Quarter by Shuttle Bus Roundtrip Hanoi - Bai Tu Long
Cruise in Bai Tu Long Bay, the less visited part of Halong Bay
Traditional wooden boats for small group, unique experience.
Cozy cabin with windows and en-suite bathroom
2 bottles of mineral water in the cabin
Entrance fees for sightseeing as program
English Speaking Guide in the tour
Cooking Class + Night Fishing Equipment + Morning Taichi
Welcome drink and sunset party on boat
Kayaking/Rowing Bamboo Boat, Caving, Relaxing...

What's Not Included

Other Beverages and Personal Expenses
Tips for crews/guide/driver are appreciated
Holiday Surcharged

Know before you go

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
Not wheelchair accessible
Not stroller accessible
Not suitable for pets
Infant seats unavailable
Ticket provides direct entry
FOR TOUR FROM HANOI WITH TRANSFER : We will pick up at hotels/stays inside Old Quarter Area or Hanoi Opera House or Authentic Hanoi Travel Office if outside between 8h00 AM to 8h30 AM.

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