Cat Ba 2 Day Tour: Lan Ha Bay – Ha Long Bay – Viet Hai Village (Start 9am)
This 2-day, 1-night Lan Ha Bay tour is an ideal choice for travelers who want to spend more time on the bay by starting at 9 am on the first day and returning at 3 pm on the second day. With this program, travelers get fully immersed in the pristine beauty of the Cat Ba archipelago. The journey combines sightseeing, kayaking, cave exploring, and an overnight stay on a cruise. With more time on the bay, guests can visit quieter, less well-known spots and gain a deeper understanding of the local culture. For those seeking an authentic Cat Ba experience, this is one of the most popular options available with Cat Ba Green Trail.
**Day 1:** Lan Ha Bay - Viet Hai Village
**8:00 – 8:15 AM**: Meet at our office or be picked up (if staying in Hanoi Old Town) at 5:45 AM to arrive at Cat Ba Island by 8:30 AM to board our cruise ship.
**8:30 – 12:00 PM**: Board a day boat to explore the serene Lan Ha Bay, passing by the oldest floating fishing village in the area. Enjoy views of hundreds of sandy beaches along the route. Stop for kayaking adventures through Bat Cave, Dark Cave, and Bright Cave before heading to one of the deserted beaches perfect for swimming.
**12:30 – 1:30 PM**: Enjoy a delightful set meal onboard the boat.
**2:00 – 5:00 PM**: Travel by boat to Viet Hai Pier, followed by a 6 km bike ride past lush rice fields to Viet Hai Village. Explore the surrounding areas, interact with locals, observe their daily activities such as farming, and enjoy a relaxing fish spa treatment using natural streams.
**5:00 – 9:00 PM**: Return to the boat for dinner and relaxation aboard. Stay overnight while enjoying stunning nighttime views of the bay.