Lan Ha Bay Day Tour from Hanoi – All-Inclusive Cruise Experience

Meeting point

Departure

07:10 daily; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)

Pickup

Hotel pickup included

Operator

Hanoi Explore Travel; booking and payment are completed on Viator

1. Hanoi

   07:00 – 07:30 | Hotel Pickup – Begin Your Journey Begin your day with a comfortable pickup at your hotel in the Hanoi Old Quarter or from a designated meeting point. You’ll travel on the modern 5B Expressway toward Hai Phong, with a brief rest stop at Gia Loc. En route, enjoy picturesque views as you cross the Tan Vu – Lach Huyen sea bridge, passing Dinh Vu Port.

   Pass by, no stop
2. 2
   Cat Ba Island

   10:00 – 10:15 | Ferry Ride to Cat Ba Island Board a ferry from Got Pier to Cai Vieng Port on Cat Ba Island. Witness the landscape transition from mainland hustle to island tranquility during this short sea journey. 10:15 – 10:30 | Explore Cat Ba’s Scenic Drive From Cai Vieng, embark on a scenic drive flanked by lush forests and the tranquil sea along the edge of Cat Ba National Park. This route offers a preview of the unspoiled beauty awaiting you.

   45 min · Admission included
3. 3
   10:30 – 11:00 | Cai Beo Floating Village

   Board the cruise and glide gently through Cai Beo – one of Vietnam’s oldest floating villages, dating back over 7,000 years. Watch daily life unfold among floating homes and fishing boats framed by towering limestone cliffs.

   30 min · Admission included
4. 4
   Lan Ha Bay

   11:00 – 12:30 | Welcome Aboard + Lunch Buffet Receive a warm welcome from the crew with a refreshing drink. While cruising deeper into Lan Ha Bay, enjoy a freshly prepared Vietnamese buffet lunch, featuring local seafood and vegetarian options (buffet available for groups of 40+).

   1h 30m · Admission included
5. 5
   Viet Hai Village

   13:00 – 14:20 | Discover Viet Hai Village Disembark at Viet Hai Port and transfer by electric car or bicycle to this secluded village tucked inside Cat Ba National Park. Meet locals, try a natural fish-foot massage, or admire traditional wooden homes preserved for generations.

   1h · Admission included
6. 6
   Lan Ha Bay

   14:30 – 15:40 | Kayaking & Swimming Adventure Arrive at a quiet lagoon within Lan Ha Bay. Jump into the emerald water, kayak through hidden grottos, or enjoy the thrill of sliding from the boat deck into the sea. Life jackets are provided for a safe and fun experience. 16:15 | Sunset Party on Deck Unwind with tropical fruit, biscuits, and tea on the sundeck as the cruise returns to Beo Pier. This is the perfect time to reflect on your journey with the backdrop of a glowing sunset over the bay. 16:45 – 20:30 | Return to Hanoi Bid farewell to Lan Ha Bay and board your return bus to Hanoi.

   2h · Admission included
7. Hanoi

   Estimated arrival time at the Old Quarter is around 20:30 – just in time to enjoy dinner or a relaxing evening stroll.

   Pass by, no stop

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