Hanoi Pickup, Drive and Cruise Departure

Between 08:00 and 08:30, the tour guide collects guests from hotels in Hanoi’s Old Quarter. The group then drives through the Red River Delta towards Ha Long, stopping briefly along the way. Arrival at Tuan Chau Harbour takes place between 11:45 and 12:00, where guests get ready to board the cruise. At 12:30, guests board the Vega cruise, receive a tropical welcome drink, and settle into their cabins. A buffet lunch is served at 13:00 as the cruise passes by Buddhist Statue Rock, Stick Islet, Ba Trai Dao Beach, and Frog Lagoon before entering the quieter waters of Lan Ha Bay.

240 min

Kayaking and Evening Activities on Lan Ha Bay

Guests paddle in two-person kayaks guided through narrow channels bordered by karst mountains, tranquil lagoons, and traditional floating fishing communities. If the tide allows, the route includes passing under a natural tunnel grotto to access a hidden lagoon encircled by limestone cliffs. The group returns to the cruise in the late afternoon to observe the sunset over Lan Ha Bay. Later, guests may unwind on the Sun Deck during Happy Hour, participate in a Vietnamese cooking class, and enjoy a seafood barbecue dinner while the vessel is anchored in a quiet part of the bay. Following dinner, guests can relax under the stars or try squid fishing before spending the night on the bay. Included services are shared transfer by 35-seat bus or minivan, deluxe sea view cabin on the Vega Legend cruise, full-time English-speaking guide, kayak, cooking class, entrance fees for Ha Long and Lan Ha bays, and lunch plus dinner.

240 min

Sunrise, Cycling to Viet Hai Village and Trekking

At 7:45, guests start the day on the Sun Deck with sunrise viewing or light exercise, followed by a buffet breakfast. At 09:00, a tender transfers guests to Cat Ba Island for a cycling trip through forested and coastal scenery to Viet Hai Village, a traditional settlement within Cat Ba National Park. Visitors explore local life, including traditional bamboo and wood houses and may visit the village school. At 10:15, guests begin a 2.5 to 3-hour trek through primeval forest to Hai Quan Peak, following forest trails and climbing natural stone steps through dense vegetation.

480 min

Hai Quan Peak, Lunch, Cave Visit and Kayaking

After reaching Hai Quan Peak, guests observe a panoramic view that includes Ha Long Bay, Bai Tu Long Bay, and Lan Ha Bay from a single vantage point. At 12:45, lunch is served at a local restaurant, providing a break after the morning trek. At 13:45, the group continues through the forest to visit Bat Cave (Military Hospital Cave), an ancient site. At 15:00, guests take an electric buggy to Viet Hai Pier and kayak through Tai Keo Cave, Luon Cave, and quiet hidden lagoons surrounded by limestone formations. Swimming and relaxing on sandy areas are possible before returning to the cruise at 17:30. Dinner is served on board at 19:00, followed by night fishing.

480 min

Morning Leisure and Return Cruise

Breakfast is served at 07:30 on board. Guests may swim in the bay’s calm waters, fish from the cruise, or relax on the Sun Deck. Those preferring a quiet morning can enjoy tea or coffee, photography, or reading. At 10:30, the check-out process begins while the cruise sails slowly back through Lan Ha Bay and Ha Long Bay, offering views of limestone islands and islets. A farewell buffet lunch is served on board during this final scenic passage before returning to the harbour.

240 min

Disembark and Return to Hanoi

Between 11:50 and 12:00, the cruise arrives at Tuan Chau Harbour and guests disembark. The estimated return to Hanoi is between 15:30 and 16:00, concluding the 3-day tour. Included are shared transfers by 35-seat bus or minivan, a full-time English-speaking guide, and meals (breakfast and lunch). Personal expenses, drinks, and tips are not included. The itinerary may change due to tide, weather, or bay administration policies.

240 min