CAT BA - LAN HA - HA LONG BAY - BONITA CRUISES 2 DAYS 1 NIGHT - CRUISING THE HERITAGE BAY
Highlights
- Explore Lan Ha & Ha Long Bay on a peaceful route less visited by big cruises, surrounded by majestic limestone mountains and emerald waters.
- Kayak & swim through hidden lagoons, Bright & Dark Cave, and Ba Trai Dao Beach.Taste authentic Vietnamese cuisine, with onboard lunch, sunset party, and romantic dinner under the stars.
- Join a fun cooking class guided by our chef and enjoy the vibrant sunset on deck.
- Stay overnight on a modern cruise, relax in the Jacuzzi, and try night squid fishing or karaoke.
- Visit Viet Hai Village, bike or ride through rainforest tunnels, meet local villagers, and discover life inside Cat Ba National Park.
- Wake up to sunrise views and enjoy morning coffee surrounded by the calm beauty of the bay.
- Comfortable transfer from Hanoi Old Quarter and back via expressway.
CB005
Itinerary
Day 1: Hanoi – Haiphong (Beo Harbour) – Lan Ha Bay – Halong Bay
(Lunch + Dinner)
07:10 – Pick up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter and transfer via the expressway to Beo Harbour, Cat Ba Town (Haiphong). Arrival around 11:30 – 11:45 AM. Relax at the waiting lounge for 10–15 minutes.
12:10 – Meet your tour guide and board Bonita Cruise after completing the check-in formalities.
12:15 – Welcome onboard with a refreshing drink and a short cruise briefing on safety and itinerary.
12:30 – Enjoy lunch while cruising past impressive limestone karst formations of Cat Ba Island, Coc Ngoi Islet, and through Cua Dong toward the Ba Trai Dao area. This route remains quiet and less visited, offering pristine natural beauty.
14:30 – The cruise continues through Lan Ha Bay to the Ha Long Bay area. Discover the breathtaking seascape of limestone cliffs rising from emerald waters.
You’ll have time for kayaking, swimming, or snorkeling at Ba Trai Dao Beach or Bright & Dark Cave, and enjoy relaxing on secluded sandy beaches.
16:45 – Return to Bonita Cruise. Relax in the Jacuzzi or have fun with the water slide system.
17:15 – Join our cooking class led by the onboard chef, followed by a sunset party on the deck as the sun sets over the bay.
19:15 – Enjoy a romantic dinner featuring local Vietnamese dishes prepared by our professional culinary team.
21:00 – Nighttime activities: enjoy cocktails on the sundeck, try squid fishing, or sing your heart out at karaoke.
Spend the night onboard Bonita Cruise.
23:00 – End of Day 1.
Day 2: Viet Hai Village – Lan Ha Bay – Hanoi
(Breakfast + Lunch)
06:00 – Start your day with coffee or tea while watching the sunrise over the bay.
07:00 – Enjoy a light breakfast amidst the tranquil scenery.
08:00 – Visit Viet Hai Village on Cat Ba Island. Take a bicycle ride (or electric car) through a lush rainforest tunnel leading to the peaceful village nestled deep within Cat Ba National Park. Meet local residents, visit a traditional house, and learn about daily island life.
10:00 – Return to the cruise for check-out procedures.
10:45 – Enjoy a delicious lunch as the cruise sails back to the harbor.
11:45 – Arrive at the pier and disembark.
12:00 – Say goodbye to the crew and board the shuttle bus back to Hanoi.
15:45 – Drop off at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter.
End of the Bonita Cruise 2D1N Tour. We hope you had a wonderful experience!
BONITA Cruise 2 days 1 night Included
- Deluxe Cabins with A/C and en-suite Bathrooms
- All meals on board as itinerary
- Complimentary bottled water in the cabin
- Welcome drink
- Kayaking
- Cooking demonstration
- Squid Fishing
- English speaking guide
- Bus Hanoi – Catba
- Bus Catba – Hanoi
Not Included
- Beverages
- Tips & Others Personal Expenses
- All other services not clearly mentioned in the inclusions.
Children’s Ticket Prices
- Under 4 years old: Free
- Ages 5 - 7: 50% of the adult ticket price
- Ages 8 - 10: 80% of the adult ticket price
- 11 years and above: Full adult ticket price
What to Bring?
- Sunscreen
- Insect repellent
- Swimwear
- Trekking shoes
- Towel
- Hat
- Some light snacks
- Drinking water
Important notes:
The program may be subject to change depending on weather conditions or specific tides without announcing to visitors in advance.
Time in the schedule is only relative. The specific time will be announced by our tour guide on the day of departure.
All activities are included in the program. Guests can choose to relax themselves and enjoy the scenery on board, without having to fully participate in activities above.
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