Bai Tu Long Bay Cruise 3 Days
Sail deep into the untouched beauty of Bai Tu Long Bay, the quieter and more pristine neighbor of Ha Long Bay. Over three days, you’ll kayak through hidden lagoons, swim in turquoise waters, and explore mystical caves like Thien Canh Son and Thay. Along the way, you’ll meet local fishing communities, discover traditional lifestyles, and even try your hand at Vietnamese cooking. Evenings bring sunset parties, fresh seafood feasts, and the peaceful stillness of the bay under a canopy of stars.
Details
| Unique Experiences: | Explore an authentic Vung Vieng fishing village and a stunning hidden cave. Discover Bai Tu Long Bay by kayak. Learn the secrets of Vietnamese cuisine while cruising. Start your days with an introduction to Tai Chi right on the deck. |
| Trip Length: | 3 Days |
| Participants: | Up to 4 travelers may book this trip. One or more components of this trip are a shared experience. |
| Physical Difficulty: | 2 out of 5 |
| Inclusions: | Meals: 2 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 2 Dinners Accommodations: 2 Night on Renea Cruise in a Deluxe Double or Twin, Deluxe Triple, or Deluxe Family Connecting Rooms Transportation: Hanoi to Halong Port by Bus, Halong Port to Hanoi by Bus Miscellaneous: English-Speaking Guide, Entrance Fees, Kayking, Tai Chi Session on Deck, Vung Vieng Fishing Village, Thien Canh Son Cave, Cooking Class |
| Exclusions: | Travel Insurance (Compulsory) Tips and Gratuities Compulsory Christmas Eve, New Years Eve, and Lunar New Year Dinners |
| Age Policy: |
Adults: 12 to 99 years of age Children: 6 to 11 years of age Infants: 0 to 5 years of age |
| Special Information: | After you've finished your cruise, you may choose to continue to Ninh Binh instead of returning to Hanoi. Please let us know when you book if you'd like to avail yourself of this alternative. |
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Itinerary
Day 1: Hanoi to Bai Tu Long Bay
In the morning, your shuttle bus will pick you up from your hotel and you'll begin your journey to the most amazing bay in North Vietnam. On the way, we'll make a quick stop to rest and arrive at Ha Long International Cruise Port just after noon. You'll have a bit of time to relax and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee while we wait for our captain and then head to our boat by tender. Once we're aboard, we'll enjoy a welcome drink and spend a couple of minutes listening to a safety briefing and an overview of the activities available. We'll check-in to our cabin and then sit down to enjoy a delicious Vietnamese set menu served while we cruise into Bai Tu Long Bay.
In the early afternoon we'll arrive at the kayaking area around Cap La Island. Enjoy kayaking through the karst and its breathtaking nature, swim, and relax. We'll return to the boat in the late afternoon and enjoy a sunset party while we sail to the overnight anchorage. A few hours later we'll enjoy a sumptuous set dinner on board. The rest of the night is free at leisure - challenge yourself with Vietnamese puzzle games or gather around for a board game. You can try your luck with squid fishing or just kick back with a cocktail and enjoy the quiet night on the bay.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Transportation: Hanoi to Halong Bay by Bus
Accommodation: Bai Tu Long Renea in a Deluxe Room
Miscellaneous: English-Speaking Station Guide, Welcome Drinks, Entrance Fees, Kayak
Day 2: Bai Tu Long
Start your day early with a Tai Chi routine on the sundeck or catch a morning view of the stunning bay’s landscape while enjoying a cup of tea or coffee. Then head over for a Western-style breakfast to prepare yourself for another day of exploration. We'll transfer to a day cruise and pass several floating hamlets including Cap La and Cong Dam and enter pristine Bai Tu Long Geology Park. In the park, we'll visit the Vung Vieng fishing village to interact with local people. We'll return to our boat for lunch around noon.
In the early afternoon, we'll spend some more time kayaking and swimming at Cong Dam or you can relax on a boat. If the weather allows, we'll head over to Thay Cave before heading back to our anchor point. In the late afternoon we'll enjoy another sunset party followed by dinner. Once again, the rest of the night is free at leisure.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Bai Tu Long Renea in a Deluxe Room
Miscellaneous: English-Speaking Station Guide, Tai Chi Session, Vung Vieng Fishing Village, Cooking Class, Entrance Fees
Day 3: Bai Tu Long Bay to Hanoi or Ninh Binh
Start your day early once again with a Tai Chi demonstration on the sundeck or sleep in a little longer. Today's breakfast will also offer Western-style options as well as traditional Vietnamese food. After breakfast, we'll explore the well-hidden Thien Canh Son Cave and enjoy a white sandy beach at Hon Co Island. Our guide will share some interesting stories of Ha Long Bay and this Cave along the way.
We'll then head back to the boat and check-out of our cabin. Once we're all ready, we'll join our traditional Vietnamese cooking demonstration. and then enjoy a slightly early Vietnamese lunch. By noon we'll be back at Ha Long International Cruise Port and start back towards Hanoi or Ninh Binh. We'll reach Hanoi or Ninh Binh in the afternoon where you'll continue your next adventure!
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Transportation: Ha Long Bay to Hanoi or Ninh Binh by Bus
Miscellaneous: English-Speaking Station Guide, Tai Chi Session, Thien Canh Son Cave, Cooking Class, Entrance Fees
In the morning, your shuttle bus will pick you up from your hotel and you'll begin your journey to the most amazing bay in North Vietnam. On the way, we'll make a quick stop to rest and arrive at Ha Long International Cruise Port just after noon. You'll have a bit of time to relax and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee while we wait for our captain and then head to our boat by tender. Once we're aboard, we'll enjoy a welcome drink and spend a couple of minutes listening to a safety briefing and an overview of the activities available. We'll check-in to our cabin and then sit down to enjoy a delicious Vietnamese set menu served while we cruise into Bai Tu Long Bay.
In the early afternoon we'll arrive at the kayaking area around Cap La Island. Enjoy kayaking through the karst and its breathtaking nature, swim, and relax. We'll return to the boat in the late afternoon and enjoy a sunset party while we sail to the overnight anchorage. A few hours later we'll enjoy a sumptuous set dinner on board. The rest of the night is free at leisure - challenge yourself with Vietnamese puzzle games or gather around for a board game. You can try your luck with squid fishing or just kick back with a cocktail and enjoy the quiet night on the bay.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Transportation: Hanoi to Halong Bay by Bus
Accommodation: Bai Tu Long Renea in a Deluxe Room
Miscellaneous: English-Speaking Station Guide, Welcome Drinks, Entrance Fees, Kayak
Day 2: Bai Tu Long
Start your day early with a Tai Chi routine on the sundeck or catch a morning view of the stunning bay’s landscape while enjoying a cup of tea or coffee. Then head over for a Western-style breakfast to prepare yourself for another day of exploration. We'll transfer to a day cruise and pass several floating hamlets including Cap La and Cong Dam and enter pristine Bai Tu Long Geology Park. In the park, we'll visit the Vung Vieng fishing village to interact with local people. We'll return to our boat for lunch around noon.
In the early afternoon, we'll spend some more time kayaking and swimming at Cong Dam or you can relax on a boat. If the weather allows, we'll head over to Thay Cave before heading back to our anchor point. In the late afternoon we'll enjoy another sunset party followed by dinner. Once again, the rest of the night is free at leisure.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Bai Tu Long Renea in a Deluxe Room
Miscellaneous: English-Speaking Station Guide, Tai Chi Session, Vung Vieng Fishing Village, Cooking Class, Entrance Fees
Day 3: Bai Tu Long Bay to Hanoi or Ninh Binh
Start your day early once again with a Tai Chi demonstration on the sundeck or sleep in a little longer. Today's breakfast will also offer Western-style options as well as traditional Vietnamese food. After breakfast, we'll explore the well-hidden Thien Canh Son Cave and enjoy a white sandy beach at Hon Co Island. Our guide will share some interesting stories of Ha Long Bay and this Cave along the way.
We'll then head back to the boat and check-out of our cabin. Once we're all ready, we'll join our traditional Vietnamese cooking demonstration. and then enjoy a slightly early Vietnamese lunch. By noon we'll be back at Ha Long International Cruise Port and start back towards Hanoi or Ninh Binh. We'll reach Hanoi or Ninh Binh in the afternoon where you'll continue your next adventure!
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Transportation: Ha Long Bay to Hanoi or Ninh Binh by Bus
Miscellaneous: English-Speaking Station Guide, Tai Chi Session, Thien Canh Son Cave, Cooking Class, Entrance Fees
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