Cat Ba Lan Ha Bay Cruise 2 Days 1 Night: Kayak, Swim, Biking

Hanoi Old Quarter, Vietnam



Journey deep into a natural wonder and experience a memorable night in a calm area of the bay. Count on our staff, who are keen to take care of our guests’ requests.

Highlights

  • Enjoy kayaking and swimming
  • Join onboard activities: Cooking class, Karaoke, Squid fishing, Bar and sundeck
  • Enjoy these included activities or skip them for your absolute relaxation
  • Go biking on the island

Description

DAY 1: HANOI – LAN HA BAY– KAYAKING - SWIMMING -HAPPY HOUR ( L/D)

7:00: Pick-up at hotels if located in the Hanoi Old Quarter by shuttle bus departing to Lan Ha Bay with stopovers for refreshing en route (If you book our transportation service)

11:30: Arrive Beo Harbor, transfer by tender to Sunlight Cruise, and enjoy welcome drinks, receive cruise briefing, safety instructions then check in to your cabin

12:30 A special lunch in Vietnamese cuisine of fresh seafood and an assortment of appetizing favorites are served while sailing through these islands

14:00 The cruise sails through Lan Ha Bay and completes its entry through the Cua Van Area. The area is surrounded by extraordinary karst landscapes. Explore the bay by kayak through the Dark and Bright Caves

16:30: Enjoy Swimming in a nearby area, you can join jumping or diving from the top of the boat into water

18:00: Come back to cruise later to enjoy cooking class with fresh spring roll

19:00 Dinner is served in the restaurant. Enjoy delicious local food prepared and served for you by our wonderful onboard catering staff.

After dinner you can do squid fishing or singing karaoke

20:00-21:00: “Happy hour” - on Sundeck with group. Overnight on board

DAY 2: LAN HA BAY – BIKING VIET HAI VILLAGE– HANOI ( B/L)

06:00: Waking up enjoying beautiful moments when a blazing sunrise breaks the clouds of the island on the bay (except in winter, when there may be no sunrise)

07:00: Your breakfast will be ready in a quiet bay

08:00 Start riding bicycle 5 km to Viet Hai Village , Viet Hai is a small village in the midst of jungles, covered by high mountains range of the Cat Ba National Park.

09:30: Ride back to the boat, have a shower, then check out

11:00: Lunch is served on boat

12:00: Disembark to Beo Harbor . Get on the bus back to Hanoi, say goodbye Amazing Cat Ba Island

16:00: Back to Hanoi. Tour guide will drop you back at your hotel

Includes

  • English speaking guide
  • Shared cabin based on twin or triple occupancy: 2–3 people per cabin
  • Kayaking
  • Fishing equipment
  • Bicycle in Viet Hai village
  • Meals on-board (3 main meals + 1 breakfast)
  • Cooking class
  • A bottle of water per person on the boat

Excludes

  • Entrance ticket: 400.000 VND/person
  • Beverages
  • Tip for tour guide, crew on boat, or driver
  • Personal expenses
  • All services and items not mentioned
  • Single supplement: 1.200.000 VND/person (if you would like to take a private cabin)

Important Information

  • Advice Times of activities may vary slightly. Itinerary and Program subject to change when necessary or bad weather condition A valid passport is required upon check-in onboard.. What to bring: swimming wear, sun glasses, insect repellent Special requests on food (diet or vegetarian) please inform us before departure. Shuttle bus will pick up & drop off at the Hanoi Old Quarter

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Frequently Asked Questions

The cruise includes kayaking, swimming, onboard cooking class, karaoke, squid fishing, bar access, sundeck relaxation, and biking on Cat Ba island.
The cruise departs from Hanoi with a shuttle bus transfer to Beo Harbor, Lan Ha Bay, Vietnam.
Yes, the cruise offers optional onboard activities such as cooking classes and karaoke that guests can join or skip for relaxation.
The itinerary lasts 2 days and 1 night, including activities and transfers between Hanoi and Lan Ha Bay.
Yes, kayaking in Lan Ha Bay is a key activity included in the 2-day cruise itinerary.
No, swimming and kayaking equipment are provided onboard as part of the cruise experience in Vietnam.
Shuttle bus pick-up generally starts around 7:00 AM in Hanoi Old Quarter, but check the website for exact details.
Yes, there is a biking activity on Cat Ba Island included in the cruise itinerary.
Yes, squid fishing is one of the evening onboard activities offered during the cruise on Lan Ha Bay.
Meals included typically cover lunch and dinner on the first day, with options available onboard; check the website for current meal details.

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