From Hanoi: 3-Day Lan Ha Bay & Viet Hai 5-Star Cruise

Viet Hai, Vietnam



Discover Ha Long, Lan Ha & Cat Ba on a 5-Star cruise. Enjoy kayaking hidden lagoons, swimming, hiking, cycling traditional Viet Hai Village.

Highlights

  • Book with no hidden fees – all taxes and insurance included
  • Stay in a Lan Ha Bay 5-star cabin with private balcony and bathtub
  • Enjoy meals and onboard activities: tai chi, cooking class and kayaking
  • Encounter the traditional Viet Hai village with an enjoyable ride there by bike
  • Request meals for vegan, vegetarian, allergy and other dietary needs

Description

DAY 1: HA NOI – HA LONG – LAN HA BAY (L/D) 07:30 – 08:00: Pick-up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter for guests who book our transfer service. 11:30 – 12:00: Arrive at Tuan Chau Marina and transfer by tender (a small boat) to the cruise. 12:30 – 12:45: Check in on board, enjoy a welcome drink, and attend a safety briefing. Lunch is served while the cruise sails into the breathtaking Lan Ha Bay. 14:30 – 15:30: Visit Dark and Light Cave by traditional bamboo boat, surrounded by limestone karsts and emerald water. 16:30 – 17:30: Enjoy swimming in the bay near the cruise. 17:30 – 18:30: Join the Sunset Party & Happy Hour on the sundeck. Enjoy a drink while admiring the sunset, relax in the Jacuzzi, or capture beautiful photos of the bay 18:15: Take part in a traditional Vietnamese cooking class led by the cruise chefs. 19:15: Enjoy a delicious dinner with a selection of Vietnamese and international dishes. 20:45: Evening activities include relaxing on the sundeck, music and drinks at the bar, squid fishing, spa services (extra charge), or resting in your cabin. Special offer: Happy Hour program 'Buy 2 drinks, get 1 free at the bar'. Overnight on board. DAY 2: CAT BA ISLAND - VIET HAI VILLAGE - BA TRAI DAO (B, L, D) 06:30: Start the day with Tai Chi on the sundeck or use the gym facilities. Breakfast in the restaurant. 08:15: Take a tender boat to Cat Ba Island and visit Viet Hai Village, located in a peaceful valley inside Cat Ba National Park. 09:45: Explore the village by bicycle or electric car (about 4 km). Discover rice fields, traditional houses, and local life. 12:00 – 13:00: Return to the boat and enjoy lunch while cruising toward Ba Trai Dao Beach. 13:30: Kayaking and swimming at Ba Trai Dao Beach. Relax, swim, or sunbathe on the natural beach. 15:30: Return to the cruise and relax on the sundeck. 17:30 – 18:30: Cooking demonstration, Happy Hour, and sunset views from the Jacuzzi. 19:15: Dinner on board. 20:45: Free evening with activities such as music and drinks at the bar, squid fishing, movie watching, spa services, or relaxing in your cabin. Overnight on board. DAY 3: LAN HA BAY - HANOI 06:30: Morning Tai Chi on the sundeck. Light breakfast served in the restaurant. 07:30 – 08:30: Enjoy your final moments cruising through Lan Ha Bay with free time for kayaking among limestone islands. 09:30: Return to the cruise and check out of your cabin. 09:45: Brunch is served while the cruise sails back to the marina. 10:30 – 10:45: Transfer by tender boat to the port. 11:15 - 11:30: Disembark at Tuan Chau 11:40: Transfer back to Hanoi (for guests who booked transportation). ~ 15:30: Arrive in Hanoi. End of the trip. Special Notes Complimentary room decoration is available for Honeymoon, Anniversary, or Birthday celebrations. Please inform us at least one day before departure to arrange the setup.

Includes

Tour guide Entry and sightseeing fees in Halong 2 nights accommodation Meals onboard (Day 1: L, D + Day 2: B, L, D + Day 3: B, L). Vegetarian and vegan meals are available upon request Tender/speedboat transfer Small local boat transfer to Cat Ba Island on Day 2 Welcome drink 24-hour room service Cycling at Viet Hai Village Cooking demonstration Entry and sightseeing fees Tai Chi Kayaking/Bamboo boat Squid fishing Jacuzzi or mini pool Sunset party 2 bottles of water per day Standard accommodation for 2-3 people per room (if you wish to change this)

Excludes

Meeting point at Tuan Chau Marina. Optional transportation to/from Hanoi Old Quarter, Ninh Binh, or Hanoi Airport is available upon request for an additional fee Use of Executive Suite - like the main photo (+$130 per person), or President Suite (+$220 per person) Drinks A separate bed for the child Request an extra room Spa treatments Surcharge on Christmas; New Year's; Tet holidays

Important Information

  • 1. Advanced registration is required with full passenger details. Please also provide any dietary requirements
  • 2. Round-trip shuttle bus from the Hanoi Old Quarter (25 USD per person)
  • 3. Cabins are private. Each cabin accommodates up to 3 guests (e.g. 4 guests = 2 private cabins). Children share existing beds with their parents
  • 4. Note: Child age is based on the year of birth
  • 5. One child aged 0–4 stays free in each room. 2nd child from 0-4 years old will be charged 50% of an adult price
  • 6. Child from 5-10 years old: 75% of an adult price
  • 7. Child from 11 years old and above: Same price as an adult and get a separate bed
  • 8. Pickup and drop-off are available in Hanoi or Ninh Binh. Additional transfers are available upon request for an extra fee. You may also choose different pickup and drop-off locations (e.g. pickup in Ninh Binh and drop-off in Hanoi) if arranged in advance

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