--- title: Halong Bay & Lan Ha Bay Luxury Day Cruise by The Halong Catamaran lang: en type: tour city: Hanoi country: Vietnam price: 72 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.96 reviews: 861 duration_minutes: 720 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 8 of 98 (Ha Long Bay Day Cruises) schedule_checked: 2026-10-21 data_updated: 2026-10-21 canonical: https://guidekin.com/vietnam/hanoi/tours/halong-bay-lan-ha-bay-luxury-day-cruise-by-the-halong-catamaran/ --- # Halong Bay & Lan Ha Bay Luxury Day Cruise by The Halong Catamaran In our comparison: #8 of 98 in Ha Long Bay Day Cruises, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Enjoy a carefree day on a premium catamaran, cruising through the peaceful waters of Lan Ha Bay. Feel the fresh sea breeze, admire the limestone scenery, and enjoy the day your way — whether you want to relax in the Jacuzzi, make a splash, or simply soak up the laid-back bay lifestyle. • Escape the crowds and discover peaceful Lan Ha Bay • Kayak or enjoy a bamboo boat ride through Dark-Bright Cave • Have fun with swimming, water slides, and a floating trampoline • Unwind in the onboard Jacuzzi with panoramic bay views • Capture your moments from our exclusive Catamaran net lounge above the water • Convenient pick-up from select hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter • English-speaking crew for a smooth and easy experience • Vegetarian, vegan & allergy-friendly options available ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Starts 07:30, 11:30: 2 departures a day - Food included: Complimentary drinking water in lunch,… - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €72 per person for the Pick-up from Halong option; other options up to €86 - Duration: 12h - Rating: 4.96/5 from 861 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Viland Travel - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 07:30, 11:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21 ## Reviews 4.96 from 861 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 857 of 861. - 5 stars: 835 (97%) - 4 stars: 22 (3%) - 3 stars: 3 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 1 (0%) ## 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 | |---|---|---|---| | Pick-up from Halong | €72 / person | English | Meeting point: Please go to Dock 25 Tuan Chau Harbor around 11:20-11:30 noon if you are already in Tuan Chau Island, Halong Bay. Starting point: Tuan Chau Island, Quang Ninh, Vietnam | | Pick-up from Hanoi | €86 / person | English | Note: Hotel pick-up from Hanoi Old Quarter. If your hotel is outside the Old Quarter, please meet us at 160 Tran Quang Khai. Pickup included | ## What's included - Limousine transfer highway round trip (Applied to "Pick-up from Hanoi" option) - Entrance and sightseeing fees - English speaking guide - Complimentary drinking water in lunch - Welcome drink ## Not included - Beverages not mentioned above - Food or drinks ordered at the short rest stop - Any other services not mentioned - Service tax and fees - Surcharge for Tet Holiday (5-6-7-8/02/2027) ## Itinerary 1. **Hanoi** (3h) - 07:30 – 08:00 | Our guide will pick you up from hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter. 10:00 – 10:15 | Short break along the way for snacks, coffee, or restroom use before continuing the journey. 2. **Tuan Chau Island** (2h) - 11:15 – 11:30 | Arrive at Tuan Chau Marina, board The Halong Catamaran and enjoy a complimentary welcome drink. 12:00 – 13:00 | Savor the lunch while cruising through the bay. * Water is served throughout the journey, any other drinks not mentioned will incur charges. If... 3. **Dark and Bright Cave** (2h) - 14:00 – 14:45 | Explore the famous Bright & Dark Cave by kayak or traditional bamboo boat rowed by local villagers. 4. **Lan Ha Bay** (2h; admission included) - 15:00 – 15:45 | Enjoy swimming, the water slide, trampoline, outdoor jacuzzi, or simply relax onboard and admire the stunning scenery of Lan Ha Bay. 16:00 – 16:30 | Join a fun Vietnamese cooking class and learn how to make traditional fresh summer rolls. 16:30 – 17:00 | Relax... 5. **Hanoi Old Quarter Vietnam** (pass by, no stop) - 17:15 – 17:30 | Disembark and transfer back to Hanoi via highway. A short rest stop will be made on the way back. 20:00 – 20:30 | Drop-off at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 07:30, 11:30 - 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. ## Meeting point Please head over to 160 Tran Quang Khai around 8:00 AM if your hotel is not located in Hanoi Old Quarter. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Specialized infant seats are available - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Bring sunscreen / sunglasses / hat / camera phone/ water-proof bag/ Swimwear - Changing room available onboard - Towels provided - Vegetarian or allergies dietary requests available ## Compared with other Ha Long Bay Day Cruises | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #8 of 98** | €72 | 12h | 4.96 (861) | 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 #8 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/halong-bay-lan-ha-bay-luxury-day-cruise-by-the-halong-catamaran/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/vietnam/hanoi/?format=md