Lan Ha Bay & Cat Ba Island Day Tour - Nature Escape, Less Crowds

This journey is specially designed for those seeking an escape from the hustle and bustle, returning to the purity of nature with a perfect blend of sightseeing – relaxation – and entertainment. Aboard the luxurious 5-star Tropical Cruise, guests will indulge in a lavish buffet, unwind in the Jacuzzi, enjoy exciting water activities, and most uniquely – explore Cat Ba by electric car, an experience not found in any other one-day tour. HIGHLIGHTS Cruise through Ha Long Bay to Lan Ha Bay – the emerald gem of the Gulf of Tonkin. Experience the 5-star Tropical Cruise with a fresh seafood buffet and a romantic sunset party. Explore Cat Ba Island by electric car, visiting Trung Trang Cave – the most stunning and magnificent cave on the island. Discover Cat Ba National Park & Ecological Museum Kayak in Tra Bau Lagoon, swim freely, and enjoy the fun of water slides and floating inflatables. Celebrate the day with a romantic Sunset Party: wine, tea, sweet treats, music

Itinerary

1. 07:15 – 08:00 Bus and Tour Guide pick you up at the Old Quarter or Hanoi Opera House. Travel via the expressway with a 30-minute rest stop. (3h 0min)
2. 11:00-11:15: TUAN CHAU HARBOR Arrive at Tuan Chau Harbor – check in to the Tropical Cruise. You will be greeted with a refreshing welcome drink. (5 min)
3. 11:20: LUNCH Enjoy a 5-star buffet lunch on board, featuring a wide variety of fresh seafood and delicacies, while the cruise sails through Lan Ha Bay – Cat Ba Island. (1h 0min)
4. 12:15: CAT BA ISLAND Arrive at Cat Ba Island. Take an electric car ride along one of the most scenic forest roads in Vietnam. (20 min)
5. 12:45: TRUNG TRANG CAVE Visit Trung Trang Cave – the most magnificent cave on Cat Ba Island. With millions of years of stalactites and stalagmites, the cave is often described as a “living geological museum.” (30 min) Admission included
6. 13:15 – 13:30: CAT BA NATIONAL PARK NATUARAL HISTORY MUSEUM Continue by electric car to Cat Ba National Park – a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve. You can have chance to take photos and visit the Natural History Museum, where valuable exhibits provide deeper insights into the rare species and natural treasures of the island. (30 min) Admission included
7. 14:00 Return by electric car to the cruise and continue exploring Lan Ha Bay. (20 min)
8. 14:30: LAN HA BAY The cruise sails deeper into Tra Bau area - the heart of Lan Ha Bay, where towering limestone mountains rise from emerald waters – a landscape resembling a breathtaking ink-painting masterpiece. (45 min) Admission included
9. 15:15 – Activities on Lan Ha Bay - Tra Bau area • Kayak through limestone cliffs and mysterious hidden caves. • Swim freely in the crystal-clear waters. • Slide down the water slide for a thrilling experience. • Have endless fun with the giant floating inflatable playground on the bay. (1h 30min) Admission included
10. 16:30-16:45: SUN SET PARTY Return to the cruise and relax in the Jacuzzi on the sundeck. End your day with a lively Sunset Party: wine, tea, fresh fruits, sweet cakes, music, and dancing as the sun sets romantically over Lan Ha Bay, while the cruise comes back to the Harbor. (1h 0min) Admission included
11. 18:00 – 18:15 Cruise returns to Tuan Chau Harbor. Transfer back to Hanoi. (10 min)
12. 20:30 – 21:00 Arrive at your hotel in the Old Quarter, ending a memorable journey full of experiences. (2h 30min) Admission included

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