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Starting from Cat Ba island means a longer cruise and a less-crowded experience than many Halong cruises. This small-group package, with breakfast, dinner, and two lunches included, starts late morning on Day 1 and finishes by midday on Day 2. You’ll visit a floating fishing village, Dark Cave, Bright Cave, Dau Be Island, and more, and kayak through Ba Ham Lake or Ba Trai Dao lagoon depending on conditions.

The Full-Day Cruise to Lan Ha Bay – Ha Long tour is an ideal choice for travelers who want to explore the majestic beauty of Lan Ha Bay and HaLong Bay in just one day from Cat Ba town. This route connects two of the most iconic bays in northern Vietnam, offering a wide range of activities including kayaking, snorkeling, swimming, cave exploration, floating village visit and enjoying freshly prepared meals on the cruise. With a well-planned schedule and professional service, it is also a perfect options for visitors staying at Hanoi old town who still wish to experience the highlights of a UNESCO World Heritage Site with hotel pick up at 6am to reach Cat Ba at 8:30 to join the trip

Explore Ha Long Bay, Lan Ha Bay, and Natural Beach on this multi-stop day tour via boat. This tour includes multiple activities packed into one day: swimming, snorkeling, trekking, and kayaking; you'll be able to do it all, as well as make a visit to a floating fishing village. Along the way, learn about the surrounding region's history and culture through guided commentary.

Luxurious Amenities: Enjoy top-tier features aboard the Dcharme Luxury Cruise, including a four-season jacuzzi, water slide, air-conditioned dining room, and beautiful photo spots. Gourmet Lunch: Indulge in a delicious meal prepared by our talented chefs. Explore Lan Ha Bay: Visit remarkable sites in Lan Ha Bay, recognized for their aesthetic and geomorphological significance.

Our Cruise is the FIRST and ONLY 5-star cruise ship in Ha Long to offer a Multi-Day itinerary exploring unspoiled spots such as Surprise Cave with the longest and most beautiful route in Ha Long Bay. With a modern design fusing a bit of delicate classic styling inspired by European ships, Amanda Cruise is created as a true beauty of harmony, luxury and charm.

With a small group for a tour to join. You can have a truly private, comfortable, quiet experience with a professional, attentive tour guide. Explore the unique natural cave with thousands of years old formation. This is the largest cave on Cat Ba archipelago An extremely unique experience in the Cat Ba National Park trekking tour is to explore the field hospital - a giant hospital located deep inside the mountain. The hospital was formed during the years of the war against America - a place to treat wounded soldiers on Cat Ba Island. This is one of the unique experiences that not every place has. In 4 hours, you can admire the beautiful natural scenery of Cat Ba National Park, and have the opportunity to learn about the cultural and historical values of Vietnam through the resistance periods. Suitable for those who love nature but do not have much time when coming to Cat Ba, this experience program is also the most suitable choice.

What makes this trekking trip special is that it satisfies the passion of those who love both the forest and the sea. It’s a tour program where guests can explore the biodiversity between the forest and marine ecosystems, along with unique and exciting activities in one day: walking, fish spa foot massage, cycling, kayaking, and more. The journey back to nature allows guests to make fascinating discoveries about the beautiful Cat Ba Island, recharge with positive energy, and conquer various challenging terrains. We hope these fresh experiences will provide guests with unforgettable memories of the people and the World Natural Heritage site of Cat Ba, writing beautiful stories on your journey to explore the world.

With so much to see in Cat Ba Island, it can be difficult for first-time visitors to know where to begin. Spending the day with a full-day boat trip allows for a custom-built sightseeing itinerary. This in-depth boat tour considers your interests, including sightseeing, fishing village, Lan Ha Bay, Ha Long Bay, Viet Hai Village, and more. With thousands of travelers trusting us every year, we are committed to delivering a top-notch, safe experience with modern facilities and a unique itinerary. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy this exciting adventure in Cat Ba –Enjoy spontaneous, unforgettable moments, culture-filled adventure. Let us provide you with the most special and unforgettable experience.

Our tour guide pick you up at your hotel or you come to our office on time. Transfer by van to Ben Beo harbor, go to the center of Lan Ha bay. Stop at a floating house – the most beautiful place in the middle of Lan Ha bay, our tour guide will give you kayak, life jackets, pedal. With new- comers, we will take a quick course and soon you will know how to use kayak (single or double kayaks are available). Start kayaking around Lan Ha bay to discover the bay’s marine ecosystems, the life of fishery and their fish farms on the sea. Continue kayaking to visit the beautiful beaches and a small cave on the bay. Come back to floating house, take a rest, get boat to a wild beach for swimming Get on boat again to come back Cai Beo harbor, our van is waiting for you and back to hotel.

1) Pick up from Ha Noi old town or Ninh Binh city at 7am or 10 am on the same day 2) Visiting the oldest floating fishing village in Lan Ha bay 3) Enjoy sunset and swim at bay which was recognised as the world heritage 4) Kayaking at night to see plankton lighting up from the water like a thousand little starts when you move your hand or paddle 5) Stay overnight at floating house in Lan Ha bay 6) Cruising at less touristic area in Ha Long bay 7) Swimming at Ba Trai Dao beach 8) Kayaking through caves and lagoons 9) Not crowded boat

Sea Star Cruise is a new, modern, built in 2023; We organize tours to explore the beauty of Lan Ha Bay and Ha Long Bay - natural wonders of the world. Diverse activities such as kayaking, swimming, diving to see coral, taking an electric car to visit the primeval forest, Viet Hai Village Lunch is cooked by experienced chefs, with fresh seafood from Cat Ba island. Professional service staff, guiding visitors through activities and introducing the landscape of Lan Ha Bay, Ha Long Bay - World Natural Heritage

Experience the attractions and landscapes of Ninh Binh your way, away from the crowds, on this private tour from Hanoi. Ninh Binh Tour from Hanoi with a Private Guide and Car • All entrance fees, boat ride, and bicycle included • Complimentary Vietnamese restaurant lunch arranged for you • Customize your experience to suit your needs with this private tour Please click the booking button. We have several other options for you to choose from, such as your preferred itinerary or time.

Choose from two scenic routes on this convenient 2-day cruise with hotel pickup included: a Ha Long Bay-focused route or a Lan Ha Bay-focused route. You won't just be limited to sightseeing on board, as activities such as kayaking, swimming, and a sunset party are also included in your package. Depending on your route, you'll cover several popular destinations in each area, such as Sung Sot Cave and Titop Island.

Discover the breathtaking beauty of Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay on an unforgettable overnight cruise. Your journey will take you through majestic limestone karsts, hidden caves, and pristine beaches – the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure. Highlights of Your Cruise Experience: - Explore iconic attractions: Sung Sot Cave, Titop Island, Luon Cave in Ha Long Bay and Lang Tra Bau, Quan Y Cave in Lan Ha Bay. - Spend 2 days & 1 night (or 3 days & 2 nights) aboard a luxury cruise. - Relax in a modern, air-conditioned cabin with private bathroom for ultimate comfort. - Choose from 4-star mid-range or 5-star luxury cruises, tailored to your budget and preferences. - Enjoy exciting activities: kayaking, bamboo boat rides, Tai Chi sessions, and Vietnamese cooking classes.

HIGHLIGHT OF THE TRIP: - We start a boat trip from Cat Ba island. It is more beautiful and more interesting than starting from Ha Long city. In the trip, you can swimming, kayak and do the challenge trekking as rock climbing to a stiff rock mountain to have a panoramic view of Lan Ha bay. - We will bring Kayaks with the boat, all food for 3 days, you can kayak whenever you want. - We will sleep in 2 different areas for 2 nights. The place we anchor to spend overnight on the boat is a quiet lagoon. No boats around, nearby our boat. - We will take you to wonderful areas where you have nice landscapes, real natural, clear water, secluded beaches, less touristy. - Our local guide will help you to discover the bay.

Unlike other tours departing later in the afternoon, this experience starts at 2:30 PM, giving you more time to fully enjoy the beauty of Lan Ha Bay. You’ll have the unique opportunity to kayak twice — once in the peaceful afternoon light and again at night, when bioluminescent plankton illuminate the water around your paddle. This thoughtfully timed itinerary allows you to admire the bay’s breathtaking scenery in both daylight and twilight, capture a stunning sunset, and immerse yourself in the rare magic of night kayaking. Combined with swimming, a visit to Cai Beo Floating Village, and a delicious onboard dinner, this tour offers an unparalleled balance of adventure, relaxation, and natural wonder — all in one unforgettable half-day experience.

Explore the beauty of the water and the dramatic karst formations as you relax on this day trip to Lan Ha and Ha Long Bays from Cat Ba. You’ll keep costs down by joining this group tour, but still have plenty of time to explore the coral reef, kayak and just relax. A traditional lunch will be served onboard, too, to keep you energized for this full day out on the water.

If you're looking for something a little different and want to see the real Vietnam then this is for you! Hanoi may be famous for its charming Old Quarter but let's be honest, it's full of tourists that you're trying to escape right? We're going to be taking you into the countryside of Hanoi and into the small villages that are well-known 'by the locals' for manufacturing the same products within each village.

Explore the beauty of the water and the dramatic karst formations and over 300 islands, on this day trip to Lan Ha and Ha Long Bays which also includes round-trip transportation from Cat Ba. You’ll keep costs down by joining this group tour, but still have plenty of time to explore the coral reef, kayak through caves, and just relax. Lunch will be served onboard, too, to keep you energized for this full day out.

Take a break from Hanoi and recharge at sea with this 2-day overnight cruise. Take your pick from three itineraries, Halong, Lan Ha Bay or Bai Tu Long Bay, and then leave everything else to the crew. This all-inclusive package covers activities, entrance fees, meals, and accommodation, so you can relax as soon as you board.

Join a sunset party, and witness the breathtaking beauty of Lan Ha Bay’s golden hour. Pass by Cai Beo, the most picturesque floating village in Lan Ha Bay. Sail on a unique cruise with the chance to swim in crystal-clear seawater. Immerse yourself in the serene, sparkling waters of the bay at dusk. Enjoy a variety of activities: kayaking, boat jumping, water slides, Jacuzzi

Amanda Premier Cruise is a 5-star steel-hull cruise, featuring 26 premium cabins with private balconies, offering breathtaking views of Halong Bay. Its modern design and expansive glass windows allow natural light to fill the space, creating an atmosphere of serenity and relaxation. Guests can indulge in a BBQ dinner on the Sundeck, enjoy an elegant afternoon tea, and savor exquisite cuisine in a refined setting. The journey is enriched with cultural performances, including traditional ethnic fashion shows and bamboo dancing, alongside exciting activities such as night squid fishing and excursions to Sung Sot Cave, Titop Island, and Luon Cave. With world-class service and meticulous attention to detail, Amanda Premier Cruise promises a luxurious, sophisticated, and unforgettable experience amidst the breathtaking beauty of Halong Bay.

Explore the untouched beauty of Cat Ba National Park on our Trekking Tour. Trek 12km through lush forests, visit landmarks like May Bau Peak, Ang Phay Peak, and Frog Pond. Enjoy a delicious lunch in Viet Hai Village and unwind with a foot massage by the stream. Explore Viet Hai Village by bike and embark on a boat adventure, including swimming and kayaking on Lan Ha Bay - Most beautiful bay in Viet Nam. Book now!!