



by Cat Ba Express
This full-day boat tour lasts about 12 to 13 hours and departs from Hanoi, Hai Phong, or Cat Ba Town. The trip begins with a transfer from Hanoi Old Quarter by bus and ferry to Beo Pier on Cat Ba Island, taking approximately 3.5 hours. After arriving at Beo Pier, guests board the Serenity Grandeur Cruise for a day exploring Lan Ha Bay. The luxury boat includes spacious areas, two restaurants, a rooftop bar, a floating swimming pool with a water slide, and a professional Vietnamese/English-speaking guide. The cruise starts with a welcome drink and an introduction to the itinerary. It slowly sails past Cai Beo ancient fishing village, known for its floating houses and peaceful setting. Afterwards, the boat continues deeper into Lan Ha Bay, passing numerous rocky islands including Hon Rua island, which is shaped like a turtle. A buffet lunch is served on board for groups with 40 or more guests. After lunch, the cruise docks at Viet Hai Port where guests disembark to visit Viet Hai Village. Visitors can explore traditional houses, enjoy a fish-foot massage, or speak with local residents. The group then returns to the boat for kayaking, swimming, boat-jumping, and sliding from the deck into the water at a carefully chosen location. Life jackets are recommended for these water activities. The return trip to Beo Pier includes a small sunset party with fresh fruit, biscuits, and tea served on the top deck. The tour concludes with a bus ride back to Hanoi Old Quarter or Hai Phong city.
Hanoi
The journey starts at Beo Pier, the furthest tourist pier on the island, to provide a tranquil and natural experience. The transfer from Hanoi takes around 3.5 hours and includes several steps: a bus from Hanoi to Got Pier, a short high-speed ferry to the island, and a final bus transfer to the pier. Pickup occurs between 7:00 and 7:30 from hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter or the office at No. 106 Tran Nhat Duat. The route follows the 5B expressway to Hai Phong, with a brief stop at V52 in Gia Loc. From Hai Phong, the trip continues via the sea-crossing road from Tan Vu to Lach Huyen port, passing views of Dinh Vu port before traveling to Cai Vieng from Got Pier or Dong Bai Pier.
160 min
Cat Ba Island
Upon arrival at Cat Ba Pearl Island around 10:15 to 10:30, the group drives along a scenic road between the sea and the green mountains of Cat Ba National Park.
40 min
Lan Ha Bay
At 11:00, guests board the Serenity Grandeur Cruise and receive a welcome drink. The tour guide provides information about the cruise facilities, itinerary, and important notes.
10 min
Cai Beo Ancient Fishing Village
The captain navigates the cruise slowly past Cai Beo, a 7,000-year-old fishing village known for its floating houses along the mountainside, highlighting the peaceful atmosphere of this historic settlement.
15 min
Lan Ha Bay
The cruise proceeds deeper into the bay, revealing a large area with emerald waters and hundreds of rocky islands in various sizes and shapes. Around 11:30, a buffet lunch is served for groups of 40 or more. The boat continues through the East Gate, passing numerous unique rocky islands and the turtle-shaped Hon Rua island.
90 min
Viet Hai Village
At 13:00, the cruise docks at Viet Hai Port. Guests disembark to take an electric car or bicycle to Viet Hai Village. Visitors may enjoy a fish-foot massage, walk among well-preserved traditional houses, or talk with local residents.
80 min
Lan Ha Bay
Starting at 14:30, the group participates in water activities selected by the captain and guide, including kayaking, swimming in the sea, boat-jumping, and sliding from the deck into the water. Wearing life jackets is recommended during these activities. At 15:40, the boat returns toward Beo Pier, with guests able to relax on the top deck and order drinks. At 16:15, a small sunset party with fresh fruit, biscuits, and tea is served.
120 min
Cat Ba
At 16:45, the cruise arrives back at Beo Pier where guests say farewell to the Lan Ha Bay and Serenity Cruise team.
Hanoi
The return journey to Hanoi begins by bus, arriving at Hanoi Old Quarter around 20:30, marking the end of the tour.
200 min