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The ultimate tour to discover Halong Bay aboard a traditional junk!
Over three days, you will explore Cat Ba Island, the iconic landscapes of the bay, and charming fishing villages. You’ll experience it all in different ways: on motorbike, aboard our junk, by kayak, and by bicycle. And of course, you’ll savor the fresh seafood that the bay is famous for.
Three days full of variety and surprises await you!
The Quatre Saisons junk has four cabins and can be booked privately or on a shared basis (per cabin). This tour is therefore perfect for groups (up to 8 adults privately) as well as solo travelers, couples, or friends looking for an authentic experience in Lan Ha Bay.
Your driver will pick you up at your hotel around 8:00 AM, heading towards Cat Ba Island (alternatively, you may take the bus from Hanoi to Cat Ba Island, departure between 7:30 and 8:00 AM). You will first board a ferry to reach the island. After the ferry, to get to Cat Ba town (about 30 km away), where our traditional junk is moored, we offer you a one-hour motorbike ride with driver, off the beaten track. If you prefer not to try the motorbike experience, you may continue by bus instead.
Around 12:30 PM, you will embark on our traditional wooden boat, the Quatre Saisons. The cruise first passes by the fishing village of Hang Vem in Lan Ha Bay. Sailing with the sails up is possible depending on the wind. Enjoy this cruise to relax, swim, and soak up the sun on deserted beaches (weather permitting). You will also have the chance to kayak and discover a floating fishing village.
Lunch and dinner are served on board, with delicious fresh seafood (fish, shrimp, squid, shellfish) purchased the very same day from local fishermen. Overnight stay in a comfortable cabin on the boat.
Included : transport from Hanoi (bus or private car, depending on your choice), cruise on the Quatre Saisons, lunch and dinner, kayaking, overnight on the boat.
Breakfast will be served at 7:00 AM.
This day is dedicated to relaxing and enjoying the scenery. The crew will inform you when kayaking and swimming sessions are scheduled.
Lunch and dinner are served on board.
Overnight on the junk.
An early wake-up in a magical setting around 5:00 AM to admire the sunrise over the bay – why not?
7:30 AM – Breakfast on board
8:15 AM – The boat continues its navigation through Lan Ha Bay, getting close to the most stunning limestone peaks and islets.
8:30 AM – Arrival at Viet Hai village for a beautiful cycling excursion. Take your time to admire the landscapes.
10:00 AM – Return to the junk, time for a shower, and check-out of your cabins as the boat heads back to Ben Beo.
11:00 AM – Lunch-brunch on board
11:45 AM – Disembarkation, end of the cruise
12:00 PM – Return by bus to Hanoi. Your driver will drop you off at your hotel (if located in the Old Quarter) or at the company’s office otherwise.
The Moonlight, Romance, and Quatre Saisons junks are small boats and do not have a full-time guide on board.
You can hire a English-speaking guide to accompany you on the boat. The guide will travel with you from Hanoi.
For all other junks, there is an English-speaking guide on board who will facilitate all activities during the cruise.
Everything is included except:
Yes, tipping is customary in Vietnam and depends on your level of satisfaction.
If you have a private guide, the expected tip is usually higher.
Not at all. Today, all cruise operators adapt to guests’ dietary preferences.
Just let us know in advance.
By default, transport is shared.
If you choose a cruise in Lan Ha Bay, you will take a Daiichi bus to Beo Pier, then a ferry or speedboat to Cat Ba Island.
For Halong Bay or Bai Tu Long Bay cruises, transportation is provided by the cruise company’s bus.
If you prefer, you can book a private car (7 or 16 seats).
Yes, it’s possible to go to Tam Coc (Ninh Binh) after a cruise in Lan Ha Bay, Halong Bay, or Bai Tu Long Bay.
This is usually arranged with Daiichi transport.
Note: from Cat Ba Island, the journey is quite long – allow more than 5 hours by road.
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