Lan Ha Bay & Cat Ba Island Day Tour - Nature Escape, Less Crowds
Description
This journey is specially designed for those seeking an escape from the hustle and bustle, returning to the purity of nature with a perfect blend of sightseeing – relaxation – and entertainment. Aboard the luxurious 5-star Tropical Cruise, guests will indulge in a lavish buffet, unwind in the Jacuzzi, enjoy exciting water activities, and most uniquely – explore Cat Ba by electric car, an experience not found in any other one-day tour. HIGHLIGHTS Cruise through Ha Long Bay to Lan Ha Bay – the emerald gem of the Gulf of Tonkin. Experience the 5-star Tropical Cruise with a fresh seafood buffet and a romantic sunset party. Explore Cat Ba Island by electric car, visiting Trung Trang Cave – the most stunning and magnificent cave on the island. Discover Cat Ba National Park & Ecological Museum Kayak in Tra Bau Lagoon, swim freely, and enjoy the fun of water slides and floating inflatables. Celebrate the day with a romantic Sunset Party: wine, tea, sweet treats, music
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Itinerary
07:15 – 08:00 Bus and Tour Guide pick you up at the Old Quarter or Hanoi Opera House. Travel via the expressway with a 30-minute rest stop.
11:00-11:15: TUAN CHAU HARBOR Arrive at Tuan Chau Harbor – check in to the Tropical Cruise. You will be greeted with a refreshing welcome drink.
11:20: LUNCH Enjoy a 5-star buffet lunch on board, featuring a wide variety of fresh seafood and delicacies, while the cruise sails through Lan Ha Bay – Cat Ba Island.
12:15: CAT BA ISLAND Arrive at Cat Ba Island. Take an electric car ride along one of the most scenic forest roads in Vietnam.
12:45: TRUNG TRANG CAVE Visit Trung Trang Cave – the most magnificent cave on Cat Ba Island. With millions of years of stalactites and stalagmites, the cave is often described as a “living geological museum.”
13:15 – 13:30: CAT BA NATIONAL PARK NATUARAL HISTORY MUSEUM Continue by electric car to Cat Ba National Park – a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve. You can have chance to take photos and visit the Natural History Museum, where valuable exhibits provide deeper insights into the rare species and natural treasures of the island.
14:00 Return by electric car to the cruise and continue exploring Lan Ha Bay.
14:30: LAN HA BAY The cruise sails deeper into Tra Bau area - the heart of Lan Ha Bay, where towering limestone mountains rise from emerald waters – a landscape resembling a breathtaking ink-painting masterpiece.
15:15 – Activities on Lan Ha Bay - Tra Bau area • Kayak through limestone cliffs and mysterious hidden caves. • Swim freely in the crystal-clear waters. • Slide down the water slide for a thrilling experience. • Have endless fun with the giant floating inflatable playground on the bay.
16:30-16:45: SUN SET PARTY Return to the cruise and relax in the Jacuzzi on the sundeck. End your day with a lively Sunset Party: wine, tea, fresh fruits, sweet cakes, music, and dancing as the sun sets romantically over Lan Ha Bay, while the cruise comes back to the Harbor.
18:00 – 18:15 Cruise returns to Tuan Chau Harbor. Transfer back to Hanoi.
20:30 – 21:00 Arrive at your hotel in the Old Quarter, ending a memorable journey full of experiences.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
- Due to new Hanoi regulations, tourist vehicles cannot pick up or drop off guests directly in the Old Quarter. Please select your hotel during checkout, and the operator will arrange the nearest meeting point before departure. Thank you for your understanding. - We will pick up at meeting point Hanoi Opera House at 07:45-7:50am - We will pick up at meeting point in Hanoi Old Quarter around 07:10 -7:40 am - Pick up from Tuan Chau Port at 11:00am if you choose depart from Tuan Chau Port
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(571)
Max, our tour guide, was very nice and cheerful. I recommend this tour if you want to relax and enjoy the view!
Max was out hist and we had a Great experience, highly recommended!
We had an amazing experience! Our tour guide, Nghiep, was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and always made sure everyone felt comfortable and enjoyed the trip. The food on the boat was delicious, fresh, and beautifully prepared. The onboard service was also excellent—the staff were attentive, professional, and welcoming throughout the journey. I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a memorable experience!
Jobs is amazing!! He guided us and take care us a lot, fulfilled the trip with his energy and enthusiasm. The food was delicious as well. The weather was good, we enjoy the trip. Thank you Jobs, you are the best, will recommend this trip!!
It feels great to be traveling with friends and being guided by a great instructor, his name is Trade. I like the trip.
We had a wonderful day. The guide Tea was great, very energetic and bubbly! I recommend this excursion.
Very good, attentive, and friendly service.
Overall trip is so aood! The dav tour is well organized. We can go through the itinerary smoothly. They can also accomodate me with halal food and they also separate the veg and non veg The tour guide (Max) is really helpfull during the trip. He was always checking his team. If you come visit Hanoi, don't forget to book this trip. All admision fees are included to this trip (except additional speed boat experience which is super great)
This cruise is wonderful and the staff showed at-most hospitality
Good cruise experience overall
