Hanoi/Ninh Binh: 2-Day Lan Ha Bay & Cat Ba with Small Cruise

Duration2 days

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesVietnamese, English

Group sizeUp to 35 travelers

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Enjoy the sunset with a cup of tea and explore caves by bamboo boat on a 2D1N cruise from Hanoi to Cat Ba Island & Lan Ha Bay. Kayak, swim in the cool waters of the bay, start your new day with a cup of coffee, take photos, or enjoy the sunrise. Visit the ancient fishing village of Viet Hai and immerse yourself in the local life. Savor fresh seafood caught directly from the bay.

Options

Without transfer

CABIN: : Basic but comfortable cabin with standard amenities. Complimentary tea, coffee, and bottled water.

ALL MEALS:: Decent service with vegan, vegetarian, halal, and Western meal options available during the trip.

NO TRANSFER: : PICK UP-DROP OFF at cruise dock, please be at dock before 11:30 noon, we will advise location map later easily.
Pickup included

With tranfer

CABIN:: Basic cabin with big window and private shower. No pool or jacuzzi available.

ALL MEALS:: Decent service with vegan, vegetarian, halal, and Western meal options available during the trip.

TRANSFER: : SHARED shuttle bus round trip from Hanoi; 1-way or 2-way transfer from Ninh Binh/Haiphong available with additional charges.

Pickup included

What's included

2 mineral water bottles everyday in cabin
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Kayaking
Cooking class on cruise
Shuttle bus transfer
Licensed Tour Guide

Beverages, Tips, and Other Personal Expenses
Gratuities

What to expect

Day 1: Hanoi/Ninh Binh - Cat Ba Island - Lan Ha Bay

Hanoi
30m

7:00: Pickup at 5 inner districts of Hanoi (for guests using our transfer service) or Ninh Binh (Tam Coc, Trang An area). Then, start the 3.5-hour journey on the highway to Cai Beo Port.
Bến Beo Cat Ba
30m · Admission ticket included

12:00 - 12:10: Welcome by our staff at the Cai Beo Cruise Port.
Lan Ha Bay
2h · Admission ticket included

12:30 - 13:00: Check-in the cruise, enjoy a welcome drink & cruise briefing.
13:30: Visit Pen Islet, a landmark resembling a giant pen in the middle of Lan Ha Bay.
12:30 - 13:00: Meet the crew and enjoy a welcome drink at the onboard restaurant. Enjoy a buffet lunch at the restaurant before checking into your cabin.
Dark & Light Cave
2h · Admission ticket included

14:00 - 14:30:
Option 1: Discover Dark and Bright Cave by kayaking or bamboo boat for about an hour. After visiting the cave, return to the cruise for swimming.
Option 2: Cruise toward Lan Ha Bay and explore Ba Trai Dao Beach. This is an excellent destination for kayaking around limestone islets and swimming in crystal-clear waters.
Lan Ha Bay
6h · Admission ticket included

Return to the cruise. The sunset over the bay is one of the most beautiful moments of the day, so don’t miss it! Learn how to make traditional Vietnamese spring rolls during a cooking demonstration. Dinner will be served, featuring a seafood menu at the restaurant.

After dinner, enjoy cocktails at the panoramic bar or try your hand at squid fishing. Spend the rest of the night in your cabin.

Day 2: Viet Hai Village - Cat Ba Island - Hanoi/Ninh Binh

Viet Hai Village
3h · Admission ticket included

6:00: Begin your day with a cup of coffee, take photos, or enjoy the sunrise from your cabin.
Enjoy a light breakfast while taking in the peaceful beauty of the bay.
8:00 - 9:30: Embark on a cycling tour or take an electric car to explore the local life of Viet Hai fishing village. Enjoy the refreshing air, lush greenery, and charming village life.
Lan Ha Bay
2h · Admission ticket included

10:00: Check out of your cabin and begin the cruise back to the port while enjoying a set lunch.
11:45: Disembark at the quay in the south of the bay.
Bến Beo Cat Ba
4h · Admission ticket included

12:00: Farewell at the port. We hope you’ve enjoyed your time with us and wish you a safe onward journey.
15:45 - 16:30: Drop-off in Hanoi or Ninh Binh (arrival time: 17:00 - 18:00).

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Details of port pick up location will be updated upon service confirmation.

End point

Details of port pick up location will be updated upon service confirmation.

Pickup details

In Hanoi, we pick you up from hotels located in the Old Quarter area.
In Ninh Binh, we offer pickup from hotels in the Trang An, Tam Coc, and Ninh Binh city center areas.
If your hotel is outside the pickup area or located on a road restricted to buses during peak hours, please make your way to the nearest meeting point. We will inform you of the exact meeting point one day before departure.

Additional information

Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please inform us if there is any special request on food such as vegetarian, food allergy... for our best arrangement
In case of full availability on the date you booked, we will try to make arrangements and contact you, and there may be an additional charge for upgrading.
As long as you can board the cruise ship, you can stay on the ship if you do not want to or are unable to participate in any outdoor activities.

Cancellation policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.