This 3- day adventure will take you through the karst-studded waters of Lan Ha Bay to the stunning Cat Ba Island. As well as taking in some of the most incredible areas in the north of Vietnam, this action-packed trip is full of unforgettable experiences including cruising on a traditional wooden sailboat, hiking through a beautiful national park, staying with local families, discovering cave systems and kayaking. This tour takes you away from the crowded tourist areas so you get to truly enjoy the beauty of this stunning bay.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ No extra charge after confirmation
✔ Experienced English speaking guide.
✔ Lunch
✔ Dinner
✔ All sightseeing tickets.
✔ Breakfast
✔ Kayaking
✔ 24/7 hotline support guaranteed
✔ Meals as stated in the itinerary (B: Breakfast; L: Lunch; D: Dinner)
✔ Private door-to-door pick-up & -off services.
✔ All private transfer and transportation
✖ Personal expenses, tips and gratuities
✖ Travel insurance
✖ Beverage
✖ Other services not mentioned above.
Pickup Locations
1. Splendid Jupiter Hotel
2. Pearl Suites Hanoi Hotel
3. Vietnam Bravo Hotel
4. Hotel Emerald Waters Classy
5. Serenity Villa Hotel
6. Rising Dragon Cathedral Hotel
7. Pearl Suites Hotel
8. La Aurora Hang Hanh
9. 7S Hotel Merci Hanoi
10. Nam Hai 1 Hotel
11. The Queen Hotel & Spa
12. Viet Fun Hotel
13. Quang Hiep Hotel
14. Sky Hotel & Suites
15. Zephyr Suites Boutique Hotel
16. Thuy Lam Hotel
17. Old Darling Hotel II
18. Sunflower Hanoi Hotel
19. Hanoi Rose Hotel
20. Melia Hanoi
Additional Info: Pick up at hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter
Itinerary
Hanoi - Cat Ba National Park
1
Cat Ba
You will be collected from your hotel in Hanoi's Old quarter at 08:00 to begin the drive to Dinh Vu Harbour. You will then take a 45-minute high-speed boat to Cat Ba Island. After that, you will go to Cat Ba town for lunch.
Shuttle bus (Bus - Boat - Bus)
Duration: 3 hours
2
Viet Hai Village
In the afternoon, you will trek to Viet Hai Village through Cat Ba National Park which is a haven for both bird watching and sightseeing amidst the pristine forest and at Frog Lake. Along the way, you will have the chance to see native cats, squirrels, spotted deer, snakes, thousands of butterflies, and if you’re lucky, one of the rare Cat Ba Langurs.
Rounding out the day, you’ll enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in a bungalow in the local village of Viet Hai.
a 10-12km trek.
Duration: 4 hours
Lan Ha Bay
1
Lan Ha Bay
Breakfast will be served at 07:30 followed by a walk to the top of Marine Hill which offers panoramic views of both Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay. On returning to Viet Hai Village, you can try a fish massage or take some time to relax before cycling to Viet Hai Harbour. From here you will board the boat to explore the beauty of Lan Ha Bay. Lunch will be served on-board followed by kayaking excursion around Hang Luon Cave, and if it is hot, the boat will take you to some beautiful wild beaches where you can spend some time swimming and snorkelling before having dinner on-board and spending the night on the boat.
a 3-5km trek, and 1 hour of kayaking.
Duration: 8 hours
Lan Ha Bay - Cat Ba - Hanoi
1
Cat Ba
After enjoying breakfast on the boat with the sun rising in the background you will continue the cruise around Lan Ha Bay, weaving among the myriad of limestone peaks. On this last day you will also get to visit a fish and shellfish farm and the colourful floating village of Cai Beo. Lunch will again be served on-board (or on land if we have new passengers waiting to embark). You will disembark at around 11:30, return to Hanoi, ending your tour of Lan Ha Bay and Cat Ba Island.
Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Additional info
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
