Highlights
Explore the quiet tourist paradise of the Lan Ha Bay
Spend 2 nights in Luxury Cruise, stay in one of its 16 stylish cabins
Enjoy swimming or kayaking in the Tra Bau area, explore Viet Hai Village on bicycle
Take a boat to the Dark and Bright Cave
Itinerary
Cruise from Hanoi to the enchanting Lan Ha Bay and iconic Halong Bay aboard the luxurious La Pinta Cruise, where comfort meets discovery. Sail past emerald waters and dramatic limestone karsts, stopping to kayak or swim at secluded Vung Tra Bau. Pedal through the jungle to reach the traditional fishing village of Viet Hai, mingling with locals and experiencing rural Vietnamese life firsthand. Onboard, delight in a Vietnamese cooking class, try your hand at squid fishing, and soak up panoramic bay views. This trip’s true highlight is its exclusive route—offering the splendor of Halong Bay with fewer crowds, blending relaxation, adventure, and authentic cultural moments for an unforgettable tour package.
day 1Hanoi - Hai Phong - Ha Long Bay - Lan Ha Bay
The La Pinta Luxury service team will pick you up from a pre-arranged meeting spot in Hanoi's old quarter between 9:00 am to 9:30 am. Drive through the New National Highway 5B from Hanoi to Cat Hai island. Reach Got Pier, where you can take a tea break.
Transfer to La Pinta Cruise by afternoon. Enjoy a welcome drink and attend a cruise briefing and safety instruction session before checking in. Sit down for a delicious lunch in the cruise's restaurant (our menu mostly consists of Vietnamese specialties and some international cuisine) while enjoying the beauty of the islets on the way such as Da Chong, Con Vit and Gia Luan.
Stop at Vung Tra Bau, a small bay surrounded by stone islets, where you have the chance to either enjoy kayaking or swimming in the emerald waters. Be back in the cruise by 4:00 pm. Its time to refresh, relax and join our sunset party now.
The cruise now heads for Rang Dua, where it will drop its anchors. Rang Dua is close to both the Ha Long Bay and Cat Ba Island. Join our chefs in the evening for a cooking session and learn how to make some traditional Vietnamese dishes. You are also welcome to take part in our special activities.
Have your dinner and go to the top deck of the cruise to enjoy the view the bay at night. Try your luck at squid fishing if you want to. You can also grab some drinks and relax. Stay overnight in the cruise.
day 2Ha Long Bay - Lan Ha Bay - Viet Hai
day 3Ha Long Bay - Hanoi
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