Halong Bay 2-Day Small-Group Classic Cruise with Kayaking and Biking on Ha Long Venezia
by Halong Dolphin Travel
Overview
This two-day cruise aboard Ha Long Venezia takes you through Lan Ha Bay, the quieter southern part of Ha Long Bay, starting from Beo Harbour. The boat has 10 spacious cabins and carries up to 23 passengers, creating a small-group atmosphere. The vessel’s steel exterior provides safety while the wooden interior offers a natural feel. Meals include fresh local seafood such as fish, shrimp, and squid, served during lunch, dinner, and breakfast. The itinerary features kayaking, swimming in the bay, biking through Cat Ba National Park, and fish massages. Other activities include a cooking demonstration, squid fishing, karaoke sessions, and happy hours on the sundeck during sunrise and sunset. An English-speaking guide is available throughout the trip. The cabins have air conditioning and en-suite bathrooms, and bottled water, tea, and coffee are provided in the rooms. This boat tour lasts about 48 hours and combines classic design with environmentally friendly activities to explore the natural surroundings of Ha Long Bay near Hanoi.
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Itinerary
Hanoi to Haiphong Port
Around 7.30 to 7.45 AM, the group is collected from Hanoi Old Quarter and driven via highway to Haiphong Port, arriving at around 11.30 AM.
Cai Beo Port Boarding
Around 11.30 AM, guests arrive at Cai Beo Port and transfer by tender to the cruise. Onboard, they check in, receive a welcome drink, and get a briefing on the cruise and safety instructions from the crew and Cruise Manager. Lunch is served before continuing through the islets.
90 min
Cat Ba Island Visit
After lunch, the itinerary includes visiting the less developed Cat Ba Island, traveling from Coc Ngoi islet through Cua Dong sea gate to the Ba Trai Dao area.
30 min
Lan Ha Bay Kayaking and Swimming
The cruise sails through Lan Ha Bay, surrounded by limestone karsts. Guests may kayak to explore Dark & Bright Cave and nearby islets, experiencing the area's natural environment. Swimming in the bay's clear waters is also possible.
120 min
Sunset, Cooking Class, and Dinner
Returning to the Venezia Cruises boat, guests can observe the sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin. A traditional cooking class is offered onboard, teaching how to make Vietnamese spring rolls. Happy Hour is available in the early evening. Dinner is served featuring local dishes prepared by the onboard catering staff.
180 min
Sunrise and Breakfast on Board
Guests start the day by taking photos or watching the sunrise from their cabin window or the sun-deck. Breakfast is served while enjoying the calm surroundings of the bay.
45 min
Viet Hai Village Biking
Guests transfer by tender to Viet Hai Village on Cat Ba Island, where they can take a bicycle ride or use an electric car through a rainforest tunnel to a valley village inside a national park. They visit a traditional house, meet local residents, and see the village school.
90 min
Check-out and Return Lunch
After returning to the cruise for check-out, guests enjoy lunch while cruising back. The boat docks at the southern quay of the bay where passengers disembark.
60 min
Return to Hanoi Old Quarter
The bus drops guests off at Hanoi Old Quarter, marking the end of the tour.
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Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
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