Lan Ha Bay Adventure Cruise 2 Days 1 Night

Lan Ha Bay · Cat Ba 2 Days 1 Night

Lan Ha Bay Adventure Cruise 2 Days 1 Night

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Official itineraryfrom the supplied PDF

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English-speaking guideas stated in the programme

Local supportbefore and during the tour

Overview

Explore the quieter waters of Lan Ha Bay by local boat or overnight cruise, combining limestone scenery with kayaking, swimming and village visits. This 2 days 1 night programme is presented as Lan Ha Bay Adventure Cruise 2 Days 1 Night, with English-language support and the listed services included. Timing and visit order may change with weather, traffic or local operating conditions.

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AdultAge 12+

$180

ChildrenAge 6–11 · see policy below

InfantsAge 0–5 · see policy below

Free

Children’s rates & policy

A group with 2 adults and 1 child: the child under 5 years old is FOC, sharing a bed with parents.
A group with 2 adults & children: One child under 5 years old is FOC, the other children under 5 years old are charged at 75% based on adult rate, sharing a bed with parents.
Children from 5 to under 9 years old are charged at 75% based on adult rate, sharing a bed with parents.
Children from 9 years old are charged at 100% based on adult price.

Total $360

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Highlights

Enjoy an unforgettable adventure with hiking, a Lan Ha Bay day cruise, and bioluminescent night kayaking.
Explore the authentic local lifestyle and gain insight into the daily lives of people in Viet Hai Village.
Discover the most beautiful and less-touristy areas of Lan Ha Bay, offering a more peaceful and exclusive experience.
Take in authentic Vietnamese cuisine onboard and take part in a fun hands-on cooking class.
Relax, swim, and cliff-jump at one of the bay’s most pristine beaches.
A perfect combination of adventure, nature, local culture, and off-the-beaten-path experiences.

What to expect 2-day itinerary

1 Day 1 Hanoi – Lan Ha Bay – Bioluminescent Night Kayak (L, D)

07:00 — Pickup from your hotel in Hanoi's Old Quarter.

12:15 — Reach Ben Beo Pier, where your tour guide will provide entrance tickets for Lan Ha Bay.Board the boat and begin your cruise through the stunning Lan Ha Bay. Take in a freshly prepared Vietnamese lunch onboard, lovingly cooked by our local crew (vegetarian options available). Dine while taking in the breathtaking scenery of Bay.

14:30 — Explore the lagoon area of Lan Ha Bay by kayaking. There are the most stunning lagoon in Lan Ha Bay for kayaking and a conservation area. (The location may change depending on the tides).

16:30 — Stop at Ba Trai Dao Beach for swimming and jumping from the boat. This beach is remote, quiet, and less touristy.

17:30 — Explore a local floating fish farm to learn how fishermen live and work on the water. Join a making spring roll, where you'll learn to prepare traditional Vietnamese dishes.

19:30 — As the sun sets, experience the enchantment of bioluminescent plankton. Join our guide for a special kayaking session in areas glowing with natural light. You may also swim under the stars and watch your silhouette sparkle in the dark water. Dinner will be served on the boat.

20:00 — Reach Viet Hai Village, located around 10 kilometers from Cat Ba Town. Nestled in the heart of the jungle, this charming village is surrounded by lush forest, towering mountains, and serene natural beauty.

2 Day 2 Discover Viet Hai Village – Monkey Island/ Navi Peak (B, L)

06:30 — Take in a hearty breakfast at our restaurant.

07:30 — Hop on a bicycle and cycle around Viet Hai Village. Take in the fresh mountain air, scenic views, and try a fun fish massage in the natural stream.

08:30 — Check out of your room. We’ll Head back to Viet Hai Pier and set sail once more toward Monkey Island.

09:30 — Reach Monkey Island. Relax and swim on the sandy beach, interact with playful monkeys, or Join a short trek up to the island’s viewpoint for a panoramic view of Lan Ha Bay.

10:30 — Lunch is served onboard as we cruise back toward the harbor.

11:30 — Reach Cai Beo Harbor. IN CASE MONKEY ISLAND IS CLOSED BY THE LOCAL AUTHORITIES, WE WILL SWITCH TO ANTOHER AREA FOR SWIMMING/ HIKING NAVY PEAK.

What's included

Pick-up and drop-off from Cat Ba.
Entrance tickets.
English speaking tour guide.
All meals on the trip (1-breakfast, 2-lunch, 1-dinner).
Kayaking, Swimming, visit Floating village, night kayaking.
Private room jungle bungalow (2-4 people/room).

Beverage.
Taxes.
Personal expenses.
Single Supplement 25 USD (Applied for solo traveler).
Bus tickets from Hanoi/ Ninh Binh/ Ha Long... 15$/person/way.

Good to know

Please noteCancellation: Free cancellation 3 days before departure. 50% if you cancel from 1-3 days before departure. 100% charge with in 1 day before departure. Guest notes: In case Monkey Island is closed or inaccessible due to weather conditions, the itinerary will be adjusted and replaced with a trekking experience to Navy Peak, offering stunning panoramic views of Cat Ba and Lan Ha Bay. Itinerary may be changed depending on weather conditions. Guests are requested to submit their passport at least 24 hours prior to the departure for the travel declaration to the port authority. The order of sightseeing places is subject to change. However, guests will visit all the places listed in the itinerary. Unused services such as meals, sightseeing tours, transport and activities listed in the agenda will not be refunded or exchanged.
SourceOfficial tour programme supplied by the operator.

Traveller reviews

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      EXCELLENT  
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   Helen Gemmell 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Was a brilliant trip. Was able to see the real Vietnam visiting the rice fields, water wheel, market, weaving and real house.
Guide was excellent - very friendly and informative.
  
 
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   Mai Phạm 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My 3-day trip to Pù Luông was amazing! Stunning rice terraces, peaceful villages, and friendly locals made it unforgettable. The homestay was cozy, and the food was delicious. Trekking through nature was refreshing. A perfect getaway!
  
 
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   Alejandro Lopez 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I am really impressed with the way this tour operator works. I have traveled to many places in Vietnam and they supported me very well. Thank you for that. If you need a reputable place to travel, contact them. I highly recommend them :)
  
 
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   GAVIN WELCH 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I did a 3 day 2 night tour in November and Nga Lila was a great tour guide. She was caring and very knowledgeable and her English was excellent. Book a tour and you will be not disappointed. Thanks again.
  
 
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   Shirl 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A great tour in Pu Loung with Nga. She was super friendly, informative and just so nice. We had 2 days, walking through a farm, traditional village, cycling, lunch with a family, Buffalo ride, water wheels, rafting. A great experience, highly recommend the tour with Nga.

      EXCELLENT  
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   Ivan S 
 
 
 
 Verified Maravillas de Pu Luong
La experiencia fue genial, sobre todo por la atención y simpatía de Hanna. Sin duda repetía.
  
 
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   Antoine B 
 
 
 
 Verified Une belle journée
Merci a Eddie pour cette super expérience !
  
 
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   Dorte P 
 
 
 
 Verified Amazing
Amazing with a wonderful guide Eddie. We enjoyed it a lot.
  
 
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   Vladimir B 
 
 
 
 Verified Hana our tour Guide was outstanding
Hana Was my best guide while in North Vietnam . She had the best English overall, very knowledgeable and a true Nature lover . She went the extra mile to ensure an experimce of True Vietnam .
  
 
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   Sabrina R 
 
 
 
 Verified Lovely experience
My husband and I had the pleasure of meeting Eddie who kindly took us around Pu Luong to visit the villages, learning about their history and artwork, followed by trekking, wonderful lunch on a raft and a lovely swim at the waterfall. We really enjoyed our time!
  
 
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   Boyd v 
 
 
 
 Verified Fantastic
Beautiful day! Saw beautiful things, when I come back I will definitely visit it again. Hana guided the day well!
  
 
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   Explore06226362858 
 
 
 
 Verified A Wonderful Day with an Excellent Guide
We had a wonderful day with our guide. He was extremely professional, kind, patient, and pleasant throughout the entire day. He was very knowledgeable, attentive to our needs, and made sure we felt comfortable and enjoyed every moment. We truly had a lovely day with him and would highly recommend him to anyone looking for an excellent guide. Thank you for making our day so enjoyable and memorable!
  
 
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   Eve s 
 
 
 
 Verified Extraordinary
Hana was an extraordinary guide! Super attentive and friendly! The trip was super complete...from walking through the rice paddies to being able to enter a Thai house where the owners offered us tea...from seeing cotton weaving to having lunch on the raft with delicious food, it will be unforgettable! Thank you very much!
  
 
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   Lea C 
 
 
 
 Verified Half day with Hana
Great experience, thanks to Hana for her good humor, her explanations about the culture of the places visited. The group was great, we had an excellent half day! I recommend it 100% 😁