DAY 1: HANOI/ CAI BEO CRUISE PORT – LAN HA BAY
The schedule will be arranged according to your transfer from/to Hanoi City or Ninh Binh. You can choose to be picked up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter/ or Ninh Binh or present at our meeting point at 237-239 Cai Beo Street. Please contact our staff for details.
07.00-07.30 You will be picked up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter and transferred to our meeting point for embarkation at Cai Beo cruise port (or 6:45-07:00 for guests who depart from Ninh Binh) (For guests booking Limousine Bus or shuttle bus only).
For those who have your own transportation, please present at our meeting point at 237-239 Cai Beo street at 11:30 to maximum 11:45.
11: 30-11:45 Upon arrival at 237 Cai Beo, our meeting point, our staff will be here guiding you to the embarkation.
12:30-13:00 You will enjoy a warm welcome with a welcome drink from our cruise staff in the waiting lounge and complete check-in procedure. You will then guided to your cabin(s) before heading to the restaurant for a briefing of program.
13:15-14:30 Enjoy lunch as the boat cruises towards enchanting Lan Ha Bay.15:00-17:00 As the cruise sails deeper into the bay, we feel like disconect with the city life and emerge ourselves in a diffirent land with an amazing nature creature. We explore either Ba Trai Dao or Dau Be (optional depending on the water level and the weather permission). There is also the option for kayaking to get close to the towering
limestone karsts or taking a tender boat to navigate through the stunning surroundings. In warmer temperatures, maybe swim in the clear and emerald waters. Dive into the tranquility of the bay, either by kayaking or simply lounging on the island’s untamed beach.
17:00 Return to the boat and free time before evening’s activities.
17:30 Don’t miss out on the stunning view of sunset over the enchanting Lan Ha Bay from the sundeck of the boat. Our staff prepare some snacks in the theme of Vietnamese touche with some treats for you to enjoy your tranquil night before dinner time. Join the exciting demonstration of Traditional Vietnamese Spring rolls as one of the treats on the sundeck.
19:15 Enjoy delicious BBQ dinner prepared by our kitchen team with fresh local ingredients.
After dinner, enjoy a peaceful time of the Bay at night on the deck. You can also just relax with some drinks at Bar. And why not try your luck with squid fishing.
DAY 2: LAN HA BAY – VIET HAI VILLAGE
The Sun rises at around 5 am. If you are early bird then this is an experience in just letting you go in the peaceful early morning on the sundeck, surounded with nature beauty.
06:30-7:00 Rejuvenate the body and mind with a refreshing Tai Chi lesson (on sharing boat only) during sunrise on the sundeck. After the Tai Chi movement, why not have a cup of tea or coffee which is served in the restaurant and tranquilly enjoy the view from the deck.8:00 Breakfast is served in the restaurant. Having breakfast and complimentary tea and coffee is served in the restaurant.
09:00-09:30 : Check-out the cabin. You should prepare your necessary belongings for one night spent in a bungalow in Viet Hai fishing village. Other luggages can be stored at the main boat. At 09:30 you will take our daily boat and cruise to discover the natural area of Lan Ha Bay by kayaking through Dark & Bright Caves, exploring lagoons, tunnels, and archways. You might have the chance to see families of golden-headed langurs, a rare and protected species. Currently, only about 90 individuals live in Cat Ba National Park.
12:00-13:00 Lunch on board at the border of Lan Ha & Ha Long Bay, admiring the fascinating rock formations in the bay. Freshly cooked Vietnamese dishes, vegetarian options are included. Continue sailing Southern Ha Long Bay while cruise pass by beautiful islets.
13:30-15:00 Relaxing with activities of swimming. You can enjoy jumping from the boat into the water at Ba Trai Dao Beach in a remote, and less-touristy spot.
16:00 You will check in homestay in the village Viet Ha. Walking around the village at your leisure. Dinner will be served at the homestay with local Vietnamese dishes at around 19:00.
You have free time to explore the village by bike or on foot before dinner.
Overnight at homestay (private room)
DAY 3: LAN HA BAY – CAI BEO CRUISE PORT
7:00-09:00 Breakfast is served at homestay then free time before returning to the junk
09:30 Back to the main boat. Time for again admiring the lanscape on deck while the boat slowly sails on the bay.
10:45 Enjoy the set lunch served in the restaurant while the cruise back to the port and passing by the rare authentic old floating fishing village, which still holds about 400 families living with fishing activities and fish farms. 11:45-12:00 Arrive at the port, check out of the boat with the help of our staff.
The trip is over.
Thank you for using the services of Cat Ba Oceac Cruises.
We look forward to welcoming you once again on our journey.
Goodbye and see you on your next trip!
- These include:
- 01-night stay on boat.
- 01-night stay in a homestay (private room) at Viet Hai Village.
- Welcome drink.
- Bottled mineral water in room and standard amenities.
- All meals mentioned in the itinerary (2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners)
- Taichi lession (for sharing boats), tour guide on board
- Daily boat on the 2nd day, Kayak, bicycle, electrical car
- Afternoon treats on sundeck before dinner time
- Activities:
- Visit Viet Hai fishing village
- Walking in Cat Ba National Park
- Swimming, kayaking, cycling
- Squid fishing as mentioned in the program
- Onboard Wi-Fi (limited due to low service of provider company at remote area)
- Entrance tickets and authorized fees
- These do not include:
- Personal expenses
- Extra drinks on board
- Bank charge (for payment by cards)
- Transfers from/to Hanoi or Ninh Binh to Cai Beo embarkation
- Guests should bring:
- Swimwear for kayaking and swimming
- Waterproof bag for smartphone
- Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses
- Passport (or photo of your passport) / Citizen ID for Vietnameses / Birth certificate (for Vietnamese infants without identity card)
Note: The order of visits during the cruise might change depending on weather conditions and the local authority management instruction.
