Cycling Cat Ba & Lan Ha Bay Cruise Escape

2 days

Easy

Cat Ba Discovery & Lan Ha Bay Overnight Cruise 2 Days / 1 Night

Journey from Hanoi to Cat Ba Island and uncover its rural charm and hidden wartime history. Cycle through peaceful villages, visit Hospital Cave, and then board your traditional wooden junk for an overnight cruise in Lan Ha Bay. Kayak through lagoons, enjoy fresh seafood, and wake up surrounded by limestone cliffs before returning to Hanoi.

Highlight

  • Cycle through rural Cat Ba – Visit peaceful villages, stop at a local bee farm, and experience authentic island life.
  • Explore Hospital Cave – A secret wartime hospital hidden in the limestone hills, with fascinating historical stories.
  • Overnight on a traditional junk boat – Cruise through Lan Ha Bay, enjoy sunset views, and sleep in your private cabin on the water.
  • Fresh local meals – Savor lunch in a village home, and seafood feasts onboard the boat.
  • Kayak hidden lagoons & caves – Paddle into tranquil corners of Lan Ha Bay, away from the crowds.
  • Peaceful bay atmosphere – Swim, relax, and enjoy the quiet beauty of emerald waters and limestone karsts.
Qu'est-ce qui est inclus ?
    • Transfers: Round-trip shuttle bus transfer between Hanoi and Cat Ba, and all transfers around Cat Ba Island.
    • Accommodation: One night in a private cabin on the cruise  based on TWIN/DBL sharing room.
    • Meals: 2 lunches, 1 dinner, and 1 breakfast.
    • Activities: Cycling on Day 1, and a full-day boat trip with kayaking on Day 2.
    • Guide: An English-speaking tour guide for all activities on the island and in the bay.
    • Equipment: All biking and kayaking equipment.
    • Tickets: All entrance fees as per the itinerary.
    • VAT

    Note

    • Start/ Finish in Hanoi: 07:30/ 16:00
    • Complimentary pickup & drop off around Hanoi Old Quarter only
    Exclusions
      • Personal expense
      • Private transportation 
      • Tips
      Veuillez noter
        • If you are active travelers & nature lovers – you will take cycling, kayaking, and light hiking while being surrounded by beautiful landscapes.
        • If you like history & culture enthusiasts – there will be visiting to historic site and local commune.
        • Visiting spots: Military Hospital Cave - Hien Hao commune - Lan Ha Bay
        • Riding area: Cat Ba Ecolodge – Hien Hao commune – Cat Ba National Park – Khe Sau
        • Boat trip and Kayaking on Lan Ha Bay
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          • Passport & Visa (if required) – keep a copy in case of loss.
          • Cash & Cards – Vietnam is still cash-friendly; small bills for taxis, street food, and local markets.
          • Travel Insurance – highly recommended.
          • Summer clothes from April to November, warm clothes from December to March)
          • Comfortable clothing, arm cover sleeves and closed toed shoes for cycling
          • Swimwear, sandals, towel and clean clothes for swimming and kayaking
          • Sunscreen & hat – strong sun, especially in central & southern Vietnam.
          • Insect repellent – for mosquitoes (dengue & malaria risk in some areas).
          • Basic medicines – stomach relief, painkillers, motion sickness pills.
          • Reusable water bottle – stay hydrated; bottled/filtered water is safest.
          • Universal travel adapter – Vietnam uses 220V, plugs A, C, D, G.
          • Phone & power bank – maps, Grab (ride hailing), translation apps are very useful.
          • Camera – for landscapes, markets, temples.
          • Daypack – for daily trips.
          • Tissues & hand sanitizer – not always available in public toilets.
          • Travel guide or offline map – in case of weak internet.