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Group sizeUp to 14 travelers
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Overview
Traveling in a small group ensures a more intimate and personalized experience. You’ll have more opportunities to connect with fellow travelers, enjoy peaceful moments, and receive attentive service from your guide and cruise crew.Begin in the serene countryside of Ninh Binh, known for its tranquil rivers and lush landscapes, then transition to the coastal beauty of Lan Ha Bay. This tour offers the perfect blend of inland and seaside scenery, connecting two of northern Vietnam's most breathtaking areas.This tour includes a variety of curated activities, such as kayaking through hidden lagoons, swimming in pristine waters, and visiting floating fishing villages. For those seeking a cultural connection, you'll also learn about the local way of life.
What's included
Entrance fees, sightseeing fee
Lunch
Dinner
Sunrise Tai Chi
Welcome drink
kayaking
Breakfast
Cooking class on cruise
English speaking guide Luxury accommodation
Insurance on-board
Drink on boat
Pick up from Ninh Binh and Drop off in Ha Noi
What to expect
Day 1: DAY 1: NINH BINH- CAT BA ISLAND – LAN HA BAY ( L/ D)
Cat Ba
4h
7:00 - 7:30 Our bus pick you up at your hotel in Tam Coc or Ninh Binh And departure to Cat Ba Island.
10:30: Arrive in Hai Duong province, and have 20 minutes short break.
11:00 : Arrive Ben Beo Habour in Cat Ba island.
Lan Ha Bay
3h · Admission ticket included
We welcome our guests onboard the cruise and then check in, enjoy Welcome Drink, receive cruise brief and safety instruction by crew member and Cruise Manager.
12h30: We have lunch before continuing our journey via the islets.
This area is untouched, as not many cruise ships use the route via the Cat Ba Island – Coc Ngoi islet – through Cua Dong to Ba Trai Dao area.
Lan Ha Bay
4h · Admission ticket included
14h30: The Cruise sails through Lan Ha Bay. The area is surrounding of extraordinary limestone karsts landscapes. You can start your journey to visit Dark & Bright Cave and islets by kayaking which is a wild and mysterious beauty in the middle of the World Heritage, enjoy swimming in the crystal clear waters of the Bay.
15h20: Just enjoy a swim. This is a great experience, immersed in the crystal clear waters of the bay.
17h45: Returning your Cruises boat you can watch the magnificent sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin. Onboard you may join a traditional cooking class. Our chef will instruct you in the making of some Vietnam dishes. In the early evening the boat has it’s Happy Hour deal.
Lan Ha Bay
10h · Admission ticket included
19h00: Dinner is served. Enjoy delicious local food prepared and served for you by our wonderful onboard catering staff. This is a delightful meal in an intimate romantic setting.
21h00: Enjoy the landscape of the bay at night up on the top deck. Relax whilst enjoying drinks from the bar. Try your hand at night squid fishing, enjoy the funny Karaoke time with friends and family. Overnight on Cruises.
Day 2: Day 2 : VIET HAI VILLAGE - LAN HA BAY - HA NOI ( B/L/D)
Lan Ha Bay
2h · Admission ticket included
06:00: Begin your new day with a Cup of coffee , taking photos, or enjoy the sunrise from your cabin window.
Enjoy a light breakfast in the delighted and peaceful beauty of the bay
Viet Hai Village
2h · Admission ticket included
08:00 : Transfer to a tender to visit Viet Hai Village on Cat Ba Island and hop on a bicycle ride (electric car also available) through a rainforest tunnel that leads to a village nestled in a valley deep in a national park. Meet, visit a traditional house, and greet local inhabitants doing their daily work, see their homes and the village school.
Return to Cruises boat for check-out procedures.
10h45: Whilst cruising back you can enjoy a delightful lunch.
Hanoi
4h
11h45: We return to the quay side in the south of the bay, where our visitors disembark.
12h00: We bid farewell at the port, this is the end of the program. Transfer you to Ha Noi
15:00 – 15:30: Arrive in Hanoi drop at your hotel
Tour Ennd
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
Please ready at your hotel lobby. Driver will come to pick you up with your name in the list.
Additional information
Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.