Ha Long and Cat Ba Island Cruise
Being a World Heritage site, Ha Long Bay is famous for its stunning caves and islands, and is the must-see destination in Vietnam. Enjoy Ha Long but then travel in a different direction to explore the equally beautiful but less famous Lan Ha Bay, situated to the east of Cat Ba Island. This so-called "Twin of Ha Long" is offers a different and less-frequented side to this marvel of the world.
Details
| Unique Experiences: | Hike the lush and beautiful Cat Ba National Park. Stop at Trong Cave for a bit of kayaking and get closer to the inlets. Enjoy a night onboard and stargaze on the upper deck with a cool drink in hand. Visit Sung Sot Cave - one of the most spectacular and largest grottoes in Ha Long Bay. Go swim on Monkey Island. |
| Trip Length: | 3 Days |
| Participants: | Up to 16 travelers may book this trip. One or more components of this trip are a shared experience. Each cabin can accommodate up to 2 travelers. |
| Physical Difficulty: | 1 out of 5 |
| Inclusions: | Meals: 2 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 2 Dinners Accommodation: 1 night onboard the Fantasea in a Deluxe Room, 1 night at Cat Ba Hotel in a Deluxe Room Transportation: Hanoi to Ha Long Pier by Shared Van, Ha Long Pier to Hanoi by Shared Van |
| Exclusions: | Travel Insurance (Compulsory) Tips and Gratuities Compulsory and Peak Season Surcharges |
| Age Policy: |
Adults: 12 to 99 years of age Children: 3 to 11 years of age Infants: 0 to 2 years of age |
| Special Information: | Each cabin can accommodate up to 2 travelers. If you stay in your own cabin, an additional fee will be charged. The itinerary is subject to change without prior notice according to prevailing weather conditions. |
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Itinerary
Day 1: Hanoi to Ha Long Bay
At around 07:45 and 08:30, start your exciting journey with a morning pickup from your accommodation in Hanoi's Old Quarter, followed by a scenic drive to Ha Long Bay. Along the way, you'll pass the historical Bach Dang Bridge and enjoy a brief rest stop. Upon arriving at Tuan Chau Harbor at around 12:00, board the Fantasea boat where a welcome drink awaits you. After checking into your room, begin your cruise and enjoy a traditional Vietnamese seafood lunch while admiring iconic rock formations like Incense Burner, Stone Dog, and Fighting-cock.
The afternoon and following morning are filled with enriching activities onboard. Explore the stunning landscapes of Titov Island, where you can swim, trek, and take photos. Discover the mysteries of Sung Sot Cave, kayak around Trong Cave if time permits, and learn how to make fresh spring rolls in a cooking class. As the day ends, revel in a sunset party followed by a buffet dinner, enjoy optional karaoke and squid fishing, and spend the night on the boat.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Fantasea Cruise in a Deluxe Room
Transportation: Hanoi to Ha Long Pier by Shared Van
Day 2: Ha Long Bay to Cat Ba
Wake up early to enjoy the amazing sunrise on the bay. Continue with your ongoing activities and in the afternoon, at 12:00 enjoy lunch onboard before arriving at Tuan Chau Harbor. From there, take a brief speedboat ride to Gia Luan Pier on Cat Ba Island. Transfer by bus to your hotel. Have free time to discover Cat Ba island by yourself. Recommended visiting places around Cat Ba island: Beautiful beaches like: Cat Co 1, Cat Co 3, Tung Thu; Hospital cave; Trung Trang cave; Cat Ba National Park etc., Or have swimming at the hotel’s swimming pool. Around 18:45, enjoy dinner at hotel restaurant, and stay overnight in Cat Ba.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Cat Ba Hotel in a Deluxe Room
Day 3: Cat Ba to Hanoi
Around 07:00 - 07:47, have breakfast at the hotel restaurant, then get on bus and head to Cai Beo habor to have full day visit to Lan Ha bay. Get the cruise and start discovering the bay: passing fishing village, swimming and high jumping at Ba Trai Dao; kayaking ay Dark and Bright caves. Lunched served on cruise. At 16:00, cruise back to Cai Beo harbor. At 16:30, get on local bus to come to Hanoi Old quarter with short break on the way. Around 20:45, you will be dropped off at hotels (week days) or bus office (at the weekend) around Hanoi Old quarter.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Transportation: Ha Long Pier to Hanoi by Shared Van
At around 07:45 and 08:30, start your exciting journey with a morning pickup from your accommodation in Hanoi's Old Quarter, followed by a scenic drive to Ha Long Bay. Along the way, you'll pass the historical Bach Dang Bridge and enjoy a brief rest stop. Upon arriving at Tuan Chau Harbor at around 12:00, board the Fantasea boat where a welcome drink awaits you. After checking into your room, begin your cruise and enjoy a traditional Vietnamese seafood lunch while admiring iconic rock formations like Incense Burner, Stone Dog, and Fighting-cock.
The afternoon and following morning are filled with enriching activities onboard. Explore the stunning landscapes of Titov Island, where you can swim, trek, and take photos. Discover the mysteries of Sung Sot Cave, kayak around Trong Cave if time permits, and learn how to make fresh spring rolls in a cooking class. As the day ends, revel in a sunset party followed by a buffet dinner, enjoy optional karaoke and squid fishing, and spend the night on the boat.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Fantasea Cruise in a Deluxe Room
Transportation: Hanoi to Ha Long Pier by Shared Van
Day 2: Ha Long Bay to Cat Ba
Wake up early to enjoy the amazing sunrise on the bay. Continue with your ongoing activities and in the afternoon, at 12:00 enjoy lunch onboard before arriving at Tuan Chau Harbor. From there, take a brief speedboat ride to Gia Luan Pier on Cat Ba Island. Transfer by bus to your hotel. Have free time to discover Cat Ba island by yourself. Recommended visiting places around Cat Ba island: Beautiful beaches like: Cat Co 1, Cat Co 3, Tung Thu; Hospital cave; Trung Trang cave; Cat Ba National Park etc., Or have swimming at the hotel’s swimming pool. Around 18:45, enjoy dinner at hotel restaurant, and stay overnight in Cat Ba.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Cat Ba Hotel in a Deluxe Room
Day 3: Cat Ba to Hanoi
Around 07:00 - 07:47, have breakfast at the hotel restaurant, then get on bus and head to Cai Beo habor to have full day visit to Lan Ha bay. Get the cruise and start discovering the bay: passing fishing village, swimming and high jumping at Ba Trai Dao; kayaking ay Dark and Bright caves. Lunched served on cruise. At 16:00, cruise back to Cai Beo harbor. At 16:30, get on local bus to come to Hanoi Old quarter with short break on the way. Around 20:45, you will be dropped off at hotels (week days) or bus office (at the weekend) around Hanoi Old quarter.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Transportation: Ha Long Pier to Hanoi by Shared Van
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