Vietnam · Cruise & Sailing

Aspira Luxury Cruises -Halong Bay & Lan Ha Bay Route-2days/1night

2 Days Round trip from Bai Chay Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Cruise through Ha Long Bay and the quieter Lan Ha Bay
  • 02 Overnight stay in a private junior suite cabin with balcony and bathtub
  • 03 Kayaking, swimming, and snorkeling in emerald bay waters
  • 04 Join onboard activities including Tai Chi and a cooking demonstration
  • 05 Enjoy Vietnamese seafood meals with vegetarian options available
  • 06 Visit Viet Hai village on Cat Ba Island
  • 07 Relax in the quiet overnight anchorage area of Lan Ha Bay
  • 08 Use the jacuzzi pool on board at any time

Spend two days cruising through Ha Long Bay and the quieter waters of Lan Ha Bay on a relaxing overnight journey that blends scenic sailing with soft adventure. Designed for travellers seeking a more peaceful bay experience, this cruise combines comfortable accommodation with time to kayak, swim, unwind on board, and take in the dramatic limestone landscapes.

Along the way, enjoy Vietnamese meals on board, join activities such as a cooking demonstration and morning Tai Chi, and visit places such as Viet Hai village on Cat Ba Island. With an overnight stay in a private junior suite cabin with balcony and bathtub, this experience offers a comfortable way to explore one of Vietnam’s most beautiful coastal regions.

Spend two days cruising through Ha Long Bay and the quieter waters of Lan Ha Bay on a relaxing overnight journey that blends scenic sailing with soft adventure.

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, Cát Bà Island
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

HANOI – HALONG BAY – LAN HA BAY ( L/D)

7h45 - 8:15 am: Pick-up time For those who book our transfer service will be collected from hotels around Hanoi Old Quarter. Instead of spending 4 hours on the traditional road to Ha Long city, we will shortly arrive at Tuan Chau Wharf by express way after 2,5 hours driving.

11:00 – 11:15 | Arrive in Tuan Chau Wharf Cruise anchors far from crowded and touristy area in the calm water surrounded by beautiful islets

12:15 – 12:30 | Embark on Serenity Cruises Warmly welcome to Serenity Cruises! While enjoying welcome drink, our cruise manager will deliver cruise briefing and safety introduction. After that you will check in your cabin 13:00 | Enjoy fabulous lunch Fabulous lunch is served while Serenity Cruises starts her sails into to magnificent Lan Ha Bay – an extension of Ha Long Wonder which is much quiet and less touristic. She will pass famous Finger Islet, Frog Islet and thousands of uniquely shaped limestone towers and islands.

15:00 | Explore Lan Ha – Ha Long bay, hit the green emerald water for kayaking or swimming (if the weather permits) Option 1: Serenity Cruises reaches Dau Be Island, one of the most beautiful islands located in the South East of Halong bay. It is time to discover Halong bay yourselves with your travel buddy on sharing kayak. Go explore the beauty of nature in hidden lagoon with lots of stalactites hanging down from the cave ceiling. This activity might depend on the tide level of the bay. In case the tide level is too high or too low, we will do kayaking in Dark Cave, Bright Cave area. There is a stop for those who wish to swim and go snorkeling in the lush green water. Option 2: In the days of too high tide (usually seasonal), Serenity Cruises will take you to visit the giant fish and the floating village. We will do kayaking in the water body that embraces one of the most beautiful floating villages of the bay. While kayaking, you will have opportunities to learn more about another typical value of the region: the daily life of local fishermen. You will also have a brief look at the geology of the karst mountains that beautify the surrounding. (Our cruise manager/tour guide will inform you which option we will follow based on their experience and weather conditions) 16:30 | Cooking demonstration Back to Serenity Cruises and relax on cruise. Enjoy our Happy Hour Deal in all bars on cruise. On board, you may join a traditional cooking class presented by our crew. Before dinner, our experienced captain will choose the most tranquil area to anchor for overnight 19:00 | Savor deluxe Dinner Set Menu After the incredible dinner, take your leisure time to chat at the bar, watch the movie in the restaurant, enjoy Spa treatment.You will stay overnight on cruise.

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Day 02

LAN HA BAY – VIET HAI CAT BA – HANOI ( B/L)

6:00 | Sunrise Tai-chi section on sundeck Be an early bird for photo hunt and join our Tai-chi session on the sundeck to refresh your body and mind. 6:30 | Have light breakfast Serenity Cruises continues her sail to Cat Ba Island, passing amazing karst towers. Tea, coffee and light breakfast is served with fresh air and peaceful surroundings. 7:15 | Visit Viet Hai village Our crew will take you to Viet Hai, a small village located in the midst of jungles, covered by high mountains range of Cat Ba National Park. Spending around 30 minutes for biking along, you will feel the peaceful atmosphere, charming scenery of a typical village in the North of Vietnam

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Bai Chay 3 cities · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Bus Transfer Roundtrip Hanoi - Halong (Option from Hanoi Only)
  • JUNIOR cabin with private seaview Balcony and En-suite Bathroom
  • English Speaking Guide & Entrance Fees for the bay
  • Kayaking/Bamboo Boat, Cooking, Night Squid Fishing & Morning Tai Chi

What's Not Included

  • Spa, Massage, Beverages, Personal Expenses & Tips

Know before you go

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Ticket provides direct entry
  • For tour from Hanoi : We will pick up you at hotels/stays inside Old Quarter Area or Hanoi Opera House if outside

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Bai Chay, VN
Tour start
Bai Chay, VN
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 2 days finish where they began, in Bai Chay.

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