Hanoi : Ha Long Bay to Lan Ha Bay - Cat Ba Island Day Tour

Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay Day Cruise with Cat Ba Island Exploration

This full-day cruise from Hanoi suits travelers interested in nature, caves, kayaking, and local culture on Cat Ba Island and Lan Ha Bay.

Highlights

• Explore Trung Trang Cave and Cat Ba National Park Museum
• Buffet lunch featuring over 40 premium Asian and Western dishes
• Relax in a heated Jacuzzi with multicolor lighting on the cruise
• Enjoy a 2-level water slide and floating pool in the sea
• Kayak, swim, and attend a sunset party on the sundeck

Description

07:15 – 08:00: Pick-up
Hotel pick-up in Hanoi Old Quarter or near Hanoi Opera House by bus with a tour guide. Travel on the Hanoi–Hai Phong–Halong Expressway with a 20–30-minute rest stop.

11:00 – 11:15: Tuan Chau Harbor
Arrive at Tuan Chau Harbor and check in for the Tropical Cruise. Receive a welcome drink on board.

11:15: Lunch
Enjoy a 5-star buffet lunch on board featuring fresh seafood and delicacies while cruising from Ha Long Bay to Lan Ha Bay near Cat Ba Island.

12:15: Cat Ba Island
Arrive at Cat Ba Island and take an electric car ride along a scenic forest road.

12:45: Trung Trang Cave
Visit Trung Trang Cave, known for millions of years of stalactites and stalagmites, described as a geological museum.

13:15 – 13:30: Cat Ba National Park Natural History Museum
Continue by electric car to the UNESCO-designated Cat Ba National Park. Visit the Natural History Museum to learn about the island’s rare species and natural treasures.

14:00
Return by electric car to the cruise and continue exploring Lan Ha Bay.

14:30: Lan Ha Bay
Cruise into the Tra Bau area of Lan Ha Bay, known for its limestone mountains rising from emerald waters.

15:15: Activities on Lan Ha Bay

• Kayak through limestone cliffs and hidden caves
• Swim in clear waters
• Use the two-level water slide
• Play on the floating inflatable playground

16:30 – 16:45: Sunset Party
Relax in the Jacuzzi on the sundeck, then enjoy a sunset party with wine, tea, fresh fruit, cakes, music, and dancing as the cruise returns to harbor.

18:00: Tuan Chau Harbor
Arrive back at Tuan Chau Harbor and transfer to Hanoi.

21:00: Drop-off
Return to your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. Tour ends.

Includes

• Admission to Trung Trang Cave, Cat Ba National Park Museum, Lan Ha Bay
• English/Vietnamese-speaking guide
• Buffet lunch on the cruise
• Round-trip transfers from Hanoi Old Quarter or Hanoi Opera House (depart from Hanoi only)
• Kayaking and swimming experience
• Sunset party on board
• Welcome drink and one bottle of water per person on the bus
• Access to swimming pool, Jacuzzi, and water slide
• Electric car rides on Cat Ba Island
• Entrance tickets to all attractions
• Freshwater shower on the cruise
• Giant inflatable swimming pool (subject to operational conditions)

Excludes

• Personal expenses
• Tips and gratuities
• Drinks at the bar and during meals
• Holiday surcharges

Important Information

• Children Policy: One child aged 0–2 sharing a room is free. From the second child aged 0–2 in the same room, 50% of adult price applies. Children aged 3–5 pay 50% of the adult price. Children aged 6 and above are charged full price. Child age is calculated by birth year.
• Holiday Surcharges: Tet Holiday (16-19 Feb 2026) surcharge: 150,000 VND per person for shuttle bus or no transfer; 250,000 VND per person for limousine bus. Additional surcharges of 100,000 VND apply on 30 April, 1 May, 24 Dec, and 31 Dec.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund.

For best experience, bring swimwear, a towel, and sunscreen. The cruise operates year-round but is best between spring and autumn for calmer waters and pleasant weather.