Our Ha Long Cat Ba tour (3 days 2 nights from Hanoi) is one of the most relaxing and scenic journeys in Northern Vietnam. It connects Ha Long Bay, Lan Ha Bay, and Cat Ba Island—a combination of limestone karsts, calm emerald waters, and local island life. Designed for travelers who want both adventure and comfort, this private tour includes a door-to-door transfer from Hanoi, a licensed local guide, and flexible accommodation on either a cruise or a hotel on Cat Ba.
On the first day, your private driver and guide pick you up in Hanoi and take you on a scenic ride to Cat Ba Island, the gateway to Lan Ha and Ha Long bays. After check-in, you can unwind at the peaceful Cat Co beaches or enjoy a short walk to Cannon Fort for a panoramic sunset over the harbor. Dinner is arranged locally, giving you a chance to taste the island’s fresh seafood and evening atmosphere.
The second day is the heart of this Ha Long Cat Ba tour—a full exploration of Lan Ha Bay and part of Ha Long Bay, two interconnected natural wonders. You’ll board a comfortable boat and cruise through the limestone islets that have made the bay world-famous. Kayaking is one of the trip’s highlights: paddle gently into quiet lagoons, explore hidden caves, or drift beneath towering cliffs. Along the way, you’ll visit Viet Hai Village, where local life blends with lush mountain scenery, or Cai Beo fishing village, one of the oldest of its kind in Vietnam. Meals are served fresh on board or at a local restaurant near the bay. In the evening, choose to stay overnight on the boat for a unique experience under the stars or return to Cat Ba for a relaxed evening in town.
On the final day, after breakfast, you’ll explore more of Cat Ba National Park—either with a short nature walk, a light hike to a viewpoint, or a visit to Trung Trang Cave. If time and weather allow, Monkey Island makes a fun final stop before your private car brings you back to Hanoi.
This 3-day Ha Long Cat Ba tour offers more than sightseeing—it’s a smooth, private journey that lets you slow down, connect with nature, and discover the quieter side of the world-renowned Ha Long Bay. For travelers who want to learn more about this UNESCO World Heritage Site, visit our Halong Bay Guide for useful tips, best travel times, and local insights.
07:45 – 08:15: Pick up at your hotel (in Hanoi Old Quarter Area only) and depart for Ha Long City.
12:30 – On arrival at pier, you will board your Royal Palace Cruise and you are warmly welcomed by professional and friendly crew.
13:00 – Check-in cabin and enjoy specially prepared lunch while cruising through most beautiful parts of the magical bay with thousands of amazing limestone islands emerging from emerald water. Sailing with Royal Palace Cruise in very tranquil route, exploring the exotic beauty of the legendary Bay, a feeling in paradise will come to you.
14:30 – Keep cruising to the most beautiful parts of Halong Bay. This is the best time to relax after lunch and enjoy your privacy, capturing stunning photos of the legendary bay.
15:30 – Small tender brings you to visit Titop island, hiking to the top of the island from where tourists can capture panoramic view of Halong Bay.
16:30 – Kayaking & swimming 18:00 – Join the sunset party on the sundeck in warm and romantic atmosphere, making friends with other members in the group, enjoy fresh local fruit, listening soft, light music, wearing traditional costumes for kings, queens and mandarins.
19:00 – Enjoy the special dinner cooked by our professional chef.
20:30 – The moment you choose your own way to relax after dinner, listening to music, singing karaoke, relaxing on the sundeck, squid fishing available for entertainment during the night time.
06:00 – Morning exercise with our Tai Chi master, a perfect healthy way to start a new day. 07:00 – Enjoy your breakfast, coffee, tea, fruits.
08:00 – Visit Surprising Cave – the most beautiful one in Halong Bay.
09:00 – Back to Cruise for check-out. Keep cruising towards Ha Long Bay, passing by hundreds of islands and islets with different shapes depending on your imagination.
09:30 – Transfer to our daily boat, sailing through Lan Ha bay for 2 hours.
11:30 – Arrive at bungalow for check in.
12:00 – Lunch in the restaurant at the bungalow – on Nam Cat island
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13:00 – Enjoy your private time at leisure, relaxing, sunbathing on the beach or using some services available on the bungalow like playing football, volleyball, kayaking to explore untouched area near by bungalow. Optional trip (biking trip to Viet Hai village 13:30-17:00) must be booked in advance, extra U.S. $5/ person.
18:30 – Having BBQ dinner in bungalow Catba Sandy Beach
20:30 – Relax at leisure on your own or joint some activities in bungalow – Catba Sandy Beach
07:00 Breakfast served at bungalow, check out time
08:15 Pick-up at Bungalow by boat (incase you stay at the hotel in Catba Town: 07:00 Breakfast at the hotel. 07:30 Pick-up at the hotel by bus back to the boat)
09:30 Get on the cruise to attend the cooking class while cruising back Halong harbor
11:15 Farewell lunch served on the cruise before you arrive at harbor around 12:00 and get on the bus back to Hanoi
17:00 Transfer you back to your hotel. The tour ends.
Prices are in USD, per person.
| Hotel / Group | 2 guests | 3~4 guests | 5~6 guests | Joined Tour | Single surcharge |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Stars | N/A | N/A | N/A | 205 | N/A |
| 4 Stars | N/A | N/A | N/A | 250 | N/A |
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