A day trip to Cat Ba Island and Lan Ha Bay (a part of Halong & Cat Ba Archipelago heritage) is perfect trip for those who have limited time but love to experience the bay visiting cruise trip into the less touristy site. The tour is ALL in ONE to bring you a journey in comfort & luxury but ignite your adventurous spirit with kayaking, swimming, biking & local seafood journey. Last but not least, you will experience something that are only in Cat Ba Archipelago by visiting the ancient floating village, Viet Hai ancient Village, local ferry and must see the most beautiful Cat Ba coastal road, and of course you will enjoy every moment of peace time with Serenity Cruises Team.
Itinerary
07:00 - 07:30 | Picked up at hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter, departure to Cat Ba archipelago |
10:15 – 10:30 | Reach Cat Ba Island, drive on a scenic coastal from Cai Vieng Port to Beo Harbor |
11:00 | Enjoying welcomed drink while listening to safety instruction, itineraries, and notes. |
| Cruise slowly into the poetic scenery of Cai Beo ancient floating fishing village with the local houses lying along the mountainside. You will be surprised at the peaceful beauty of this 7,000-year-old village. The cruise moves further into the core of bay by passing East Gate, Tortoise island, and where you are amazed by the gift of Mother Nature by a large bay area, the phenomenal emerald water embracing hundreds of rocky islands of various sizes and shapes. |
11:30 | Savor a delicious fresh sea food lunch (Buffet lunch is served from 40 guests up) |
13:00 | Set sails to Viet Hai Port where you will take electric car/bicycle to the ancient Viet Hai Village. Experience a unique fish-foot massage, stroll through well-preserved
traditional houses, or engage in conversations with local residents for a truly memorable experience. |
14:30 | KAYAKING – SWIMMING Stop for swimming and kayaking in the bay will be chosen by captain for the group to experience interesting activities as swimming, boat-jumping, water slide, kayaking,… (We highly recommend that you must wear a life jacket when swimming/ kayaking/playing with water slide…for a safe journey) |
15:40 | The boat begins its journey back to Beo Pier. It is perfect time to relax yourself on the top deck with a cup of drink. |
16:15 | Sunset party is served with fresh fruit, biscuits & tea. |
16:45 | Return to Beo Dock, say”Goodbye” and Get on the bus back to Ha Noi. |
20:30 | Arrive at Hanoi Old Quarter, end of unforgettable journey |
Important notes:
✔ Cruise itinerary might be changed due to weather and other conditions without prior notice
✔ swimming or kayaking activity may be not possible due to bad weather. Unused services are not subjected to refund.
✔ Lunch on the cruise is served with seafood, meats & Vietnamese rice. Request for vegetarian food or diet food should be informed at least 01 day before departure.
Guests are requested to submit their personal information at least 24 hours prior to the departure for the travel declaration to the port authority, including: Full name, Birthday, nationality,…
Unique makes different to other cruises in the bay BY including benefits:
- Longest and Unique for visiting Unessco’s new treasure of Halong – Cat Ba Archipelago by Lan Ha Bay route in Cat Ba National Park.
- Longest itinerary into the core of Lan Ha Bay for enjoying local life, ancient floating fishing village, heritage’s beauty but not touristic.
- Free biking/electricity car in Viet hai ancient village and fish massage
- Free access water sport club including kayaking, swimming pool, and water slide
- Free quick shower on the cruises after kayaking and swimming.
- Professional local English speaking tour guide throughout the tour
- Welcomed drinks and sunset party on the bay and on the shuttle bus if using shuttle services
- Fresh seafood lunch, bay visiting entrance fee, Ferry and freeway tolls fees.
Excluding benefits for personal services
- Drinks and other services as not mentioned
- Gratitude for tour guide, crew team and drivers, Cable cap from Got Port to Cat Ba and VAT
