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Explore the Halong and Lan Ha Bays , Cat Ba Island on a quiet boat on this 1 or 2-day cruise from Hanoi. Go swimming and kayaking in clear water, discover hidden caves, and enjoy a cooking class.

Highlights

• Cruise to the less touristy area of Lan Ha and Ha Long bay
• Kayak in Dark Cave and the Bright Cave area
• Enjoy swimming or kayaking in the beautiful bay
• Enjoy a cooking class demonstration onboard
• Relax in a luxury air-conditioned cabin

Description

Explore Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay, Cat Ba Island on a relaxing, quiet cruise. Choose from several options. Get picked up in Hanoi or Harbor, depending on the option you select OPTION 1-Day Cruise Sail past the Cai Beo, an 7,000-year-old fishing village with floating houses that is nestled on the mountainside. Continue further into the core of bay where deep emerald water embraces hundreds of rocky islands of various sizes and shapes. Delight your taste buds with delicious lunch. Head the to Viet Hai Por and transfer to an electric car/bicycle to the ancient Viet Hai Village. Have free time to get a unique fish-foot massage, stroll through well-preserved traditional houses, or engage in conversations with local residents for a truly memorable experience. Get back on the boat and cruise out into the bay where you can jump from a boat into crystal-clear waters, go for a refreshing swim, go down the slide into the water, and paddle around on a kayak. Begin your journey back to Beo Pier and have the option to purchase a drink while soaking up the views. End your experience with a sunset party with fresh fruit, biscuits, and tea. Return to the Beo Dock and take the bus back to your starting point in Hanoi's Old Quarter OPTION 2-Day Cruise 2-day stay on a luxury cruise to discover all the beautiful destinations of Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay. Day 1: Hanoi - Ha Long Bay - Lan Ha Bay From 8:00 AM to 8:30 AM, the limousine bus will pick you up at Hanoi. Arrive at Tuan Chau Pier and board the boat. Enjoy a lunch while the boat is cruising towards the East of Ha Long Bay. Cruise next to the Dark and Bright Caves, the ideal place to get up close to Ha Long Bay by bamboo boat or kayak. Then enter a less populated area at Tra Bau - Lan Ha Bay. Return to Cruises for changing swimming suits then join swimming time in the sea, . Enjoy a refreshing dip in the green emerald water. Onboard you may join a cooking demonstration as you learn about Vietnamese dining culture. The chef and staff will instruct you in making a traditional dish from Vietnam Sit for a deluxe dinner made with the freshest ingredients in a sophisticated space with elegant French neoclassical style and traditional oriental touches. Admire the beauty of the bay at night. You may want to try your luck with squid fishing or watch a movie in the restaurant. Day 2: Lan Ha Bay - Ha Long Bay - Hanoi Welcome a new day with amazing dawn on the Legendary Gulf of Tonkin. Refresh your body & soul by a Tai-chi lesson on sundeck. Have a breakfast in the restaurant. Then you take a bus route for about 20 minutes on Cat Ba Island from Gia Luan Pier to visit Trung Trang Grotto, a special place to save the significant of Karst in millions years. Check out of your room. Lunch will be severed A small boat will take all of us to Tuan Chau wharf 3:30 PM: The trip ends with drop-off at your Hanoi hotel.

Includes

Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected) Welcome drink and hot and cold towels (if 2-day option selected) Bottled water (1 bottle per night per person) 1-night accommodation onboard (if 2-day option selected) 1 breakfast, 2 lunches and 1 dinner on board (if 2-day option selected) Room on cruise is 2 people sharing ( double/twins). If your group is an odd number, a triple room will be arranged ( single room as per request with surcharge) (if 2-day option selected) Lunch (if 1-day option selected) Entrance fees Kayaking Tour guide Insurance WIFI (very limited, depends on the cruising area) Sunset party (if 1-day option selected) Kayak or bamboo boat tour (if 1-day option selected)

Important Information

• Please read the decription carefully before you book the tour ( we have options for 1 day tour / 2 days 1 night tour from Hanoi/ 2 days 1 night tour from the habour). Cruise itineraries and schedules are subject to change without notice, depending on the weather and operating conditions Infant rates apply provided they do not occupy a seat A current valid passport is required on the day of travel Disabled guests are unable to partake in water sports activities on the boat Please advise any specific dietary requirements at the time of booking Surcharge for New Year, Lunar New Year, Christmas, and national holidays. Surcharge of 20 USD per person (on specific holidays) This option is based on a twin/double sharing basis. If your group is an odd number, a triple room will be arranged Children policies: sharing everything with parents. A group with 2 adults and 1 child: the child under 2 years old is FOC

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund