Cozy boutique cruise - 3 days and 2 nights in Lan Ha bay
 

Cozy boutique cruise – 3 days and 2 nights in Lan Ha bay

per person

Discover Halong Bay away from mass tourism on board a comfortable boat with only 11 cabins. The Cozy junk will take you on a cruise in Lan Ha Bay, around Cat Ba Island. The program includes relaxation, kayaking in a less crowded area, biking to the village of Viet Hai, cooking classes, and even a special foot massage!

The Cozy boat is perfect for couples or groups of friends who want to explore the bay in comfort and away from the crowds. An English-speaking guide is on board to provide you with all the information you need during your stay.

This 3-day, 2-night itinerary is ideal for those who want to make the most of their time in Halong Bay during their trip to Vietnam.

3 days and 2 nights
  • Destination
  • Departure
    Hanoi
  • Departure Time
    07.30 am
  • Return Time
    4pm
  • Dress Code
    Comfortable and rainproof clothing, hiking shoes, first aid kit.
1
Hanoi - Cat Ba island - Lan Ha bay (L, D)
  • 7:30 AM - Departure by bus from your hotel in Hanoi's Old Quarter (if your hotel is not located in the Old Quarter, we will inform you of the meeting point);
  • 10:00 AM - Arrival at Pha Got, where you will board the speedboat/ferry;
  • 11:00 AM - Arrival on Cat Ba Island, where you will board the bus heading to the south of the island;
  • 12:00 PM - Arrival at Beo Port;
  • 12:30 PM - Start of the cruise. Welcome drink and briefing with your English-speaking guide. You will have the opportunity to explore fishing villages from the boat's deck. Lunch is served on board as the boat begins to sail; 1:30 PM - The junk stops in front of Van Boi Beach or another location for the midday meal, providing a chance to savor Vietnamese cuisine primarily based on seafood;
  • 2:45 PM - Time for swimming at Van Boi Beach, a completely natural and unspoiled location on the island, where you can also relax and admire the beauty of this wonder from the boat's upper deck;
  • 3:45 PM - The boat will take you further into the bay towards Ba Trai Dao or Dau Be for a scenic kayaking excursion away from the tourist routes, offering another way to explore the bay;
  • 5:30 PM - The boat returns to the middle of the bay and drops anchor for the night. Free time to enjoy an aperitif and admire the sunset in a magical setting;
  • 6:00 PM - Cooking class (the menu may change);
  • 7:15 PM - Dinner on the boat;
  • 8:30 PM - Free evening or try squid fishing. Please note: The order of activities during the cruise may be adjusted based on on-site weather conditions.
2
Lan Ha bay (B, L, D)
Wake up in the midst of nature, and why not try a Tai Chi class on the deck to start the day right!
  • 7:00 AM - Breakfast on board;
  • 7:45 AM - Explore the village of Viet Hai by bicycle;
  • 10:00 AM - Hike in Cat Ba National Park. Visit a cave in the park and then arrive at a very old traditional house where you will have lunch with the local family;
  • 1:00 PM - Return to the pier, then continue sailing on your junk towards Dau Be for a beautiful journey, providing another way to explore the bay in more detail;
  • Around 3:00 PM - Kayaking session;
In the late afternoon, the boat returns to Lan Ha Bay for the night. Enjoy the sunset on the boat's deck. Dinner and overnight stay in the middle of the bay.
3
Lan Ha bay - Cat Ba island - Hanoi (B, L)
We recommend waking up early to see the sunrise (around 5:30 AM).
  • Breakfast on board around 7:00 AM.
  • At 8:00 AM, the junk continues to sail in Lan Ha Bay, getting as close as possible to the most beautiful peaks and rocks. You visit a floating house where the residents raise fish.
  • Return to the boat around 10:00 AM. Time for a shower before checking out of your cabins when the junk returns to Beo Pier.
  • 11:00 AM - Time for a lunch-brunch on board.
  • You disembark around 11:45 AM. End of the cruise.
Back to Hanoi by bus. You will be back at your hotel at around 4pm.

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The following prices also include round-trip transportation from Hanoi:
  • Double room (1 large bed or 2 beds): 260 euros per person
  • Double room with a balcony: 270 euros per person
  • Triple room (3 small beds): 250 euros per person
  • Triple room with a balcony: 260 euros per person