--- title: Ha Long and Lan Ha Bays Active Day Tour from Hanoi with Kayaking lang: en type: tour city: Hanoi country: Vietnam price: 26 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.92 reviews: 49 duration_minutes: 540 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 57 of 98 (Ha Long Bay Day Cruises) schedule_checked: 2026-10-21 data_updated: 2026-10-21 canonical: https://guidekin.com/vietnam/hanoi/tours/ha-long-and-lan-ha-bays-active-day-tour-from-hanoi-with-kayaking/ --- # Ha Long and Lan Ha Bays Active Day Tour from Hanoi with Kayaking In our comparison: #57 of 98 in Ha Long Bay Day Cruises, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Embark on a full-day adventure through the mesmerizing landscapes of Lan Ha Bay and Ha Long Bay, exploring less-touristy areas. Begin at Beo Harbor, cruising past ancient floating fishing villages and stunning limestone formations. Experience kayaking through hidden lagoons and caves like Bright and Dark Caves, with the chance to spot the endangered Cat Ba Langur. Relax with a swim and snorkel in the tranquil Ba Trai Dao Beaches, or dive into the bay from the boat deck. Enjoy a Vietnamese lunch on board, followed by a scenic cycle through Viet Hai village to experience authentic local life and a unique fish-massage. Wrap up the day with a sunset party, taking in the serene beauty of Ha Long Bay. This all-inclusive tour, with kayaking gear and a local guide, promises an unforgettable experience. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Starts 05:30, 08:00: 2 departures a day - Food included: see what is included **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €26 per person for the Start from Cat Ba Island option; other options up to €70 - Duration: 9h - Rating: 4.92/5 from 49 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Halong Dolphin Travel - Group: Shared tour · private option available - Guide languages: English - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 05:30, 08:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21 ## Reviews 4.92 from 49 ratings on Guidekin & Tripadvisor. 98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 48 of 49. - 5 stars: 48 (98%) - 4 stars: 0 (0%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 1 (2%) ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Start from Cat Ba Island | €26 / person | English | Cat Ba - Cat Ba Pickup included | | Start from Hanoi (bus) | €47 / person | English | Hanoi - Cat Ba Sharing shuttle bus Pickup included | | Start from Hanoi (private) | €70 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Hanoi - Cat Ba Private transfer Pickup included | ## What's included - English speaking local guide - Van for pick up and drop off in Catba central. - Kayaks - Bottled water - Lunch - All entrance fees across Lan Ha Bay, Ha Long Bay - Waterprof bag - Biking tour in Viet Hai village. ## Not included - Drinks and Tip ## Itinerary 1. **Hanoi Old Quarter Vietnam** (pass by, no stop) - We pick up at your hotel/stay within the Old Quarter (If you choose to start from Hanoi) 2. **Lan Ha Bay** (2h; admission included) - 8h30 to 9h00: Our boat starts cruising through Floating Fishing Village (one of ten oldest fishing village in Viet Nam and in top of the world as well), our tour guide will tell you about the life of fishermen and their families "How do they live on the sea for four... 3. **Dark & Light Cave** (2h; admission included) - Keep cruising to the kayaking area of Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay (UNESCO Heritage Site, Biosphere Reserve, Conservation areas) where you will experience kayaking activities through the caves named BRIGHT CAVE, DARK CAVE, BAT CAVE to explore the beauty of the nature in hidden... 4. **Hạ Long Bay** (1h) - After kayaking time, we cruise to private swimming areas in the middle of Ha Long Bay named Ba Trai Dao Beaches where there is tranquil area and you can swim and snorkel in half an hour with blue, clear water, jump from the deck of the boat. 5. **Halong Bay** (pass by, no stop) - 12.00-13.00 Having lunch with Vietnamese cuisine, seafood and vegetarian food on boat. 6. **Viet Hai Village** (3h; admission included) - 13.00-14.30 You can take a rest or nap on the deck of the boat and enjoy sunbathing, taking photos while we go to VIET HAI village. 14.30-15.30 At Viet Hai harbor: We will cycle to cross rice fields to Viet Hai village. Stroll around the village to meet some friendly... 7. **Cat Ba** (pass by, no stop) - 8.00-8.15: Tour guide pick up at your hotel by mini bus! Take 10 minutes to Beo harbor where we start the boat trip, and you will get the information for the boat trip again. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 05:30, 08:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-21 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap - Suitable for all physical fitness levels ## Compared with other Ha Long Bay Day Cruises | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #57 of 98** | €26 | 9h | 4.92 (49) | shared | | [PRIVATE TOUR HALONG BAY ONE DAY with Cave, Kayaking, Bamboo Boat](/vietnam/hanoi/tours/private-tour-halong-bay-one-day-with-cave-kayaking-bamboo-boat/?format=md) | €145 | 9h | 4.98 (1078) | private | | [Ha Long Bay Day Cruise – Kayaking, Sung Sot Cave & Titop Island](/vietnam/hanoi/tours/ha-long-bay-day-cruise-kayaking-sung-sot-cave-titop-island/?format=md) | €35 | 12h | 4.98 (1077) | shared | | [Private Ha Long bay day trip(From Hanoi city or Halong harbour)](/vietnam/hanoi/tours/private-ha-long-bay-day-trip-from-hanoi-city-or-halong-harbour/?format=md) | €44 | 8h | 4.98 (750) | private | Ranked #57 of 98 in Ha Long Bay Day Cruises by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €9 to €695, median €46; typical length 12h. 8 of 98 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/vietnam/hanoi/halong-bay-day-cruises-from-hanoi/?format=md ## More in Hanoi - All Hanoi tours: https://guidekin.com/vietnam/hanoi/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/vietnam/hanoi/tours/ha-long-and-lan-ha-bays-active-day-tour-from-hanoi-with-kayaking/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/vietnam/hanoi/?format=md