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Tour overview
Lan Ha Bay - Potential Tourism Destination of Halong City
Lan Ha Bay is located in the East of Cat Ba Island with the view to Van Gate, adjacent Ha Long Bay. Bay’s width is over 7,000 hectares, in which 5,400 hectares is belonged to management area of Cat Ba National Park. This is a quiet gulf with arc shape and includes about 400 large and small islands.

A private cave in Lan Ha Bay that you can explore by going kayak DIY

Bright and Dark Cave is one of the most interesting and wonderful area to go kayaking

Cat Dua Island in Lan Ha Bay is used to raise monkey

Viet Ha fishing village is one of similar destinations to explore the rural sea-life.
Overcoming Ngu Lam peak at the end of journey is Viet Hai fishing village, the most pristine village of Cat Ba Island. Tourists can experience many interesting things which are featured for Tokin fishing village in here. With its potentials, Lan Ha Bay is developing forest-sea-island ecotourism form to serve domestic and international tourists.
Cat Ba National Park - The Ecosystem of Halong Bay
Cat Ba is one of large island in Haiphong, is a place of entertainment, relaxation and leisure for many travelers to Vietnam
Scenic places of Cat Ba Island were recognized as special national relic. This is the worship of historical, cultural, scientific value and honor for precious beauty of Cat Ba Island. At the same time, it has practical significance for this archipelago as soon as possibly recognized as World Natural Heritage by UNESCO. Cat Ba National Park is the SUF (special use forests) of Vietnam, the world's biosphere reserve zone. Cat Ba National Park is situated in Cat Hai District, Hai Phong City.
Cat Ba National Park is the world's biosphere reserve zone in Cat Ba. It is a special national park with a combination of many different ecosystems: evergreen forests on limestone mountains, flooded forests on high mountains (Frog Pond), coastal mangrove forests, sea with inshore reefs, caves system with distinct characteristics (habitat of the Bat) and farming system located between the valley as Khe Sau or residential areas. Cat Ba National Park is one of the key conservation of Cat Ba.
The plants’ ingredients include 741 different species, many precious types of trees such as: trai ly, lat hoa, lim xet, de hoa, kim giao, go trang, cho dai…in the world only Himalayas has, 23 mangrove plant species, 75 seaweed species, 199 phytoplankton species.
With high biodiversity, Cat Ba Island was officially recognized by UNESCO as a biosphere reserve zone in the world in the meeting of International Council about coordination program between biosphere and human held in Paris on 29/10/2004. Cat Ba archipelago is recognized by UNESCO as biosphere reserve is a great thing for Cat Ba. It is a motivation to force economic, tourism development and promote aquaculture farming, aquaculture fishing, seafood scientific research.

The Monkey Island in Cat Ba National Park
Cat Ba is not only the largest biosphere reserve zone in the world but also includes many beautiful and pure bays as Lan Ha Bay and hundreds of bays similar to a fascinating marine park, wilderness scenic like: ao Ech (Frog Pond), vung Le (Le bay), vung Tung Gau (Tung gau bay)…In which, “vung Tung Gau” goes deeply into the island to 7,5 kilometers, entrance is about 400 meters wide, medium depth is from 4 to 5 meters with many rare marine resources. This is an ideal place for tourists to Cat Ba to take bathe with clear blue water and white sand beach formed from tiny fragments of coral. Because of biodiversity, many tourists annually arrive Cat Ba to visit. Most of tourists travel to Cat Ba in 2 days 1 night to be able to fully enjoy the beautiful scenery as well as entertainment destinations in Cat Ba.
Inclusion
- English speaking tour guide on boat
- Luxury Cruise through Halong bay – Lan Ha Bay and Bai Tu Long Bay ( apply for 3 days 2 nights).
- All meals aboard as mentioned in the itineraries, ( 03 lunches, 02 dinner, 02 breakfast) for 3 days 2 nights.
- Kayaking, Cooking class, Tai chi exercise, Bamboo boat, Swimming (if the weather permits), Fish fishing, Movies, Squid fishing, Music entertainment.
- Sightseeing entrance fees.
- Luxury cabin with A/C.
- Day boat, Exploring Sung Sot cave, Vung Vieng village, kayaking and tour guide for the 2nd day.
- Welcome drink, cold handkerchief, house wine and fresh fruits basket, two bottle of mineral water in each cabin.
- VAT.
Exclusion
- Transferring Hanoi- Haiphong- Hanoi:
- Shuttle bus: USD 40/person/2 ways.
- Private car: USD 110/4 seats; USD 120/ 7 seats.
- Airfare, visa arrangements.
- Beauty Spa Services & Massage.
- Beverages, tips, gratuities and other personal expenses.
- All other services not clearly mentioned above.
09.00. The shuttle bus picks you up directly from Hanoi Old Quarter to Dinh Vu Port, Hai Phong City. (2 hours on bus for whom also books Orchid shuttle bus/ or you can book private bus with Far East Tour).
12.00. In order to save time, guests will be guided to check-in and transfer to the main junk after arriving at the lounge.
12.15. It takes around 15 – 20 minutes cruising ahead to the main boat, you have to check in to the cabin and will be thoroughly guided by or friendly and professional crew. Welcome drink will be served on-site, then, you need to follow some instruction over safety and other matters. Let prepare to indulge yourself in the fantastic world of Halong.
12.40. The first destination of the trip is Da Chong Islet. There is a light house built by the French over 100 years ago. From there, we continue the exploring trip oriented to Con Vit & Gia Luan islets; Three Peaches Beach, Lan Ha Bay; Da Chong islet, etc. A lunch at the islets will be served, ensuring the best physical status for the next destinations. After having a nice lunch at Con Vit and Gia Luan Islets, we will continue to explore the marvelous routine of the day: Cat Ba Island – Thoi Quyt area – Coc Ngoi islet – through Cua Van to Ba Trai Dao area.
14.45. After sightseeing some beautiful islets, we orientate to Ba Trai Dao area which is belonged to Lan Ha Bay. It is an ideal place for discovering a pristine beach and enjoying the quiet atmosphere in the islet. Lan Ha Bay will bring guests the most peaceful feelings that Halong Bay cannot give.
15.00. Depending on departure time, you will experience oceanic activities in Ba Trai Dao area or visit Viet Hai Village (in Cat Ba National Park):
- From April to November: We spend two hours exploring the stunning area by kayaking and small coracles which are used by fishermen for centuries. This is an opportunities of learning fishing offshore with fishermen and trying other interesting activities like casting the nets, whilst navigating the waters in the tiny craft. The crystal clean water at the Bay allows you to swim and try kayaking.
- From December to March of each year, we arrange some tour to Viet Hai Village. Tour guide is available on demands. Visiting the Village, you are able to explore the primary beauty: bicycling along the village path, going through the rain forests and dark tunnel, enjoying an ancient local straw, mud or bamboo house. Optional cart service may be served at some charges.
Massage service available.
17.45. Don’t forget to enjoy the fascinating sunset on the way back to the boat, through the Gulf of Tonkin, you will be embarked in the stunning sunset at dusk. If you are interested in cooking demonstration by our chefs then they are willing to instruct you to make some Vietnamese traditional dishes on boat.
19.30. You have chance to experience the interesting dinner on-site with local specialties. Background music let you immerse in a romantic night with your beloved one.
21.30. The Cruise provides a top deck with extensive scenery over the skyline. You also can have some drink while relaxing on the deck. In addition, our cruise arranges various outdoor activities including night squid fishing, watching movie in the restaurant and more. Overnight on luxury Orchid.
Massage service available.
Book the tour
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Inclusion
- English speaking tour guide on boat
- Luxury Cruise through Halong bay – Lan Ha Bay and Bai Tu Long Bay ( apply for 3 days 2 nights).
- All meals aboard as mentioned in the itineraries, ( 03 lunches, 02 dinner, 02 breakfast) for 3 days 2 nights.
- Kayaking, Cooking class, Tai chi exercise, Bamboo boat, Swimming (if the weather permits), Fish fishing, Movies, Squid fishing, Music entertainment.
- Sightseeing entrance fees.
- Luxury cabin with A/C.
- Day boat, Exploring Sung Sot cave, Vung Vieng village, kayaking and tour guide for the 2nd day.
- Welcome drink, cold handkerchief, house wine and fresh fruits basket, two bottle of mineral water in each cabin.
- VAT.
Exclusion
- Transferring Hanoi- Haiphong- Hanoi:
- Shuttle bus: USD 40/person/2 ways.
- Private car: USD 110/4 seats; USD 120/ 7 seats.
- Airfare, visa arrangements.
- Beauty Spa Services & Massage.
- Beverages, tips, gratuities and other personal expenses.
- All other services not clearly mentioned above.
(+84) 3 87 86 68 52
- Admire the most stunning landscapes in both of Lan Ha Bay and Halong Bay.
- Cross over thousand forming islands & islets in Halong Bay.
- Join-in variety delightful activities as swimming, kayaking, fishing, sunset party, cooking demonstration…
- Enjoy the “off the beaten track” feeling between the ocean and islands beauty of Wonder.
- Make the most of relaxing on Orchid Cruise – a luxury Halong boat.
- Get more knowledge about the shaping history of Halong Bay and is beguiling stories and legendries.
- Taste the fresh sea-food and delicious Vietnamese dishes.
Accommodations in tour
| Hai Phong |
Orchid Cruise: Suite Balcony |
| Halong Bay |
Orchid Cruise: Premium Suite Balcony |
| Halong Bay |
Orchid Cruise: Orchid Premium Suite |
(+84) 3 87 86 68 52
- Admire the most stunning landscapes in both of Lan Ha Bay and Halong Bay.
- Cross over thousand forming islands & islets in Halong Bay.
- Join-in variety delightful activities as swimming, kayaking, fishing, sunset party, cooking demonstration…
- Enjoy the “off the beaten track” feeling between the ocean and islands beauty of Wonder.
- Make the most of relaxing on Orchid Cruise – a luxury Halong boat.
- Get more knowledge about the shaping history of Halong Bay and is beguiling stories and legendries.
- Taste the fresh sea-food and delicious Vietnamese dishes.
(+84) 3 87 86 68 52
- Admire the most stunning landscapes in both of Lan Ha Bay and Halong Bay.
- Cross over thousand forming islands & islets in Halong Bay.
- Join-in variety delightful activities as swimming, kayaking, fishing, sunset party, cooking demonstration…
- Enjoy the “off the beaten track” feeling between the ocean and islands beauty of Wonder.
- Make the most of relaxing on Orchid Cruise – a luxury Halong boat.
- Get more knowledge about the shaping history of Halong Bay and is beguiling stories and legendries.
- Taste the fresh sea-food and delicious Vietnamese dishes.
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