Traveling in a small group ensures a more intimate and personalized experience. You’ll have more opportunities to connect with fellow travelers, enjoy peaceful moments, and receive attentive service from your guide and cruise crew.Begin in the serene countryside of Ninh Binh, known for its tranquil rivers and lush landscapes, then transition to the coastal beauty of Lan Ha Bay. This tour offers the perfect blend of inland and seaside scenery, connecting two of northern Vietnam's most breathtaking areas.This tour includes a variety of curated activities, such as kayaking through hidden lagoons, swimming in pristine waters, and visiting floating fishing villages. For those seeking a cultural connection, you'll also learn about the local way of life.
10:30: Arrive in Hai Duong province, and have 20 minutes short break. 11:00 : Arrive Ben Beo Habour in Cat Ba island.
receive cruise brief and safety instruction by crew member and Cruise Manager. 12h30: We have lunch before continuing our journey via the islets. This area is untouched, as not many cruise ships use the route via the Cat Ba Island – Coc Ngoi islet – through Cua Dong to Ba Trai Dao area.
The area is surrounding of extraordinary limestone karsts landscapes. You can start your journey to visit Dark & Bright Cave and islets by kayaking which is a wild and mysterious beauty in the middle of the World Heritage, enjoy swimming in the crystal clear waters of the Bay. 15h20: Just enjoy a swim. This is a great experience, immersed in the crystal clear waters of the bay. 17h45: Returning your Cruises boat you can watch the magnificent sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin. Onboard you may join a traditional cooking class. Our chef will instruct you in the making of some Vietnam dishes. In the early evening the boat has it’s Happy Hour deal.
Enjoy delicious local food prepared and served for you by our wonderful onboard catering staff. This is a delightful meal in an intimate romantic setting. 21h00: Enjoy the landscape of the bay at night up on the top deck. Relax whilst enjoying drinks from the bar. Try your hand at night squid fishing, enjoy the funny Karaoke time with friends and family. Overnight on Cruises.
Enjoy a light breakfast in the delighted and peaceful beauty of the bay
on a bicycle ride (electric car also available) through a rainforest tunnel that leads to a village nestled in a valley deep in a national park. Meet, visit a traditional house, and greet local inhabitants doing their daily work, see their homes and the village school. Return to Cruises boat for check-out procedures. 10h45: Whilst cruising back you can enjoy a delightful lunch.
12h00: We bid farewell at the port, this is the end of the program. Transfer you to Ha Noi 15:00 – 15:30: Arrive in Hanoi drop at your hotel Tour Ennd
Please ready at your hotel lobby. Driver will come to pick you up with your name in the list.
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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