
LAN HA BAY OVERNIGHT CRUISES (Less Tourist Area,Meals,Kayak,Bike)
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 3 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is LAN HA BAY OVERNIGHT CRUISES (Less Tourist Area,Meals,Kayak,Bike) worth booking?
LAN HA BAY OVERNIGHT CRUISES (Less Tourist Area,Meals,Kayak,Bike) is a 48-hour experience in Ha Long Bay, Vietnam, from $139 per person. It scores 55 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 3 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 55 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (3)
- Duration
- 48 hours
- From
- $139 per person
Lan Ha Bay, like a hidden place, shows its scenery thanks to its unspoiled and magnificent natural beauty. For those who look for less-crowded destinations. We're not a luxury & new boat but focusing on customer services & unique route. We make sure that you will have an amazing experience with kayaking, swimming,night squid fishing, biking... at the beautiful, less touristy lagoons, beaches & places...If you're budget travelers & like to visit Halong bay with the less tourist places, let's join with us with SOME of HIGHLIGHTS: -Visiting Lan Ha Bay & go to pristine places. -Join small group tour on traditional wooden boat. -Do kayaking & swimming at the pristine area. -Squid fishing, karaoke, games, bar services... at night . -Enjoy fresh seafood & local foods during the tour. -Biking to Viet Hai where is a small village in the midst of jungles, covered by high mountains range of the Cat Ba National Park.
What you get
About this experience
Lan Ha Bay, like a hidden place, shows its scenery thanks to its unspoiled and magnificent natural beauty. For those who look for less-crowded destinations. We're not a luxury & new boat but focusing on customer services & unique route. We make sure that you will have an amazing experience with kayaking, swimming,night squid fishing, biking... at the beautiful, less touristy lagoons, beaches & places...If you're budget travelers & like to visit Halong bay with the less tourist places, let's join with us with SOME of HIGHLIGHTS: -Visiting Lan Ha Bay & go to pristine places. -Join small group tour on traditional wooden boat. -Do kayaking & swimming at the pristine area. -Squid fishing, karaoke, games, bar services... at night . -Enjoy fresh seafood & local foods during the tour. -Biking to Viet Hai where is a small village in the midst of jungles, covered by high mountains range of the Cat Ba National Park.
What's included
Included
- Kayaking/Local Rowing Boat & Biking to Viet Hai Village
- Meals on boat and Entrance fees as program
- Private seaview cabin with ensuite bathroom on first deck
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- English speaking Guide during the tour
- Explore Lan Ha Bay and Cat Ba Island on Boutique CRUISE
- Meeting Point at Beo Tourist Wharf (Option Tour from Cat Ba Island)
- Shuttle Bus Transfer Roundtrip Hanoi - Beo Harbor (Tour from Hanoi Only)
Not included
- Beverages, Personal Expenses and Tips
- Surcharge Holiday
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Ha Long Bay
FOR GUEST BOOK TOUR FROM CAT BA ISLAND: Please com by your own to Beo Harbor (Near Cat Ba Town) for meeting point and boarding cruise before 11h30 AM (If later than, you will miss the cruise).
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 20 minutes before departure.
Ends at
FOR GUEST BOOK TOUR FROM CAT BA ISLAND: Please com by your own to Beo Harbor (Near Cat Ba Town) for meeting point and boarding cruise before 11h30 AM (If later than, you will miss the cruise).
Options you can book
TOUR FROM CAT BA ISLAND/11:30
Start from Cat Ba Island: Please come by your own to Beo Tourist Wharf near by Cat Ba Town before 11h30 am for boarding cruise. Transfer on Request : Please note that, Transfer fromm HANOI/CAT BA TOWN CENTER is not included in this option. Pay extra if you use this service. Lan Ha Bay Overnight Cruises: We will use some boats for this tour : Sunlight Premium/Beka Cruise/ Daiichi Boutique/Cozy Boutique Cruise Deluxe Cabin on Boat: Double/Twin/Triple Cabins with Seaview Window and Standing Shower Bathroom on First Deck (If take upper deck, pay extra) Meals on Boat as Program Lan Ha Bay - Cat Ba Island : Beo Tourist Wharf - Lan Ha Bay - Dark & Bright Cave - Overnight Cruise - Viet Hai Village - Cat Ba Island
FROM HANOI + BIG BUS/07:00
Start & Finish at Hanoi: Pick Up all guests at hotels/stays inside Hanoi Old Quarter or Hanoi Opera House if outside between 7h00 AM to 7h30 AM. Shuttle Bus Roundtrip Lan Ha Bay Overnight Cruises: We will use some boats for this tour : Sunlight Premium/Beka Cruise/ Daiichi Boutique/Cozy Boutique Cruise Deluxe Cabin on Boat: Double/Twin/Triple Cabins with Seaview Window and Standing Shower Bathroom on First Deck (If take upper deck, pay extra) Meals on Boat as Program Hanoi - Cat Ba - Lan Ha Bay: Hanoi - Beo Tourist Wharf - Lan Ha Bay - Dark & Bright Cave - Overnight Cruise - Viet Hai Village - Cat Ba Island -Hanoi Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- LOCAL TOURS VIETNAM
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 3 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Value for money
1 mentionTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
3 verified traveler reviews for LAN HA BAY OVERNIGHT CRUISES (Less Tourist Area,Meals,Kayak,Bike). Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Lan Ha bay with Sunlight Cruise
We really enjoyed this trip, flawless pickup from Hanoi and delivery..to the harbour and cruise boat, the cruise was terrific and our guide was more than helpful and answered any questions with ease. The food and accommodation was really nice, perhaps not the flashiest looking boat but still very comfortable. We would recommend this to anyone as value for the money.
Response from the operator: Thanks so much for your feedback We are so happy that you enjoyed the LAN HA BAY OVERNIGHT CRUISES (Less Tourist Area,Meals,Kayak,Bike) Thanks again for joining us. Have a nice time in Vietnam! Best regards, Luong
via Tripadvisor
Swapped out cruise
The vendor was not able to fulfill the overnight cruise, and offered a home stay at whisper nature bungalow near viet hai instead. It was a great alternative. All other activities were the same except for sleeping on a boat.
Response from the operator: Thanks so much for your feedback We are so happy that you enjoyed the LAN HA BAY OVERNIGHT CRUISE (Less Tourist Area,Meals,Kayak,Bike) Thanks again for joining us. Have a nice time in Vietnam! Best regards, Luong
via Viator
Lovely trip
We had a lovely trip with our guide Brian. We were treated very well on the boat, with lots of great food. The boat is not the newest, but it is still very convenient. Also the different activities were a lot of fun, kayaking, Squid fishing, karaoke etc. There was also a lot of room on the boat since there were only 18 people.
Response from the operator: Dear Mrs/Mr Cecile Maan Thank you so much for your amazing review for our cruise in Halong Bay. We are also happy to know you had a wonderful time on our cruise. We really hope that we can serve you again next time. For more information, free feel contact directly to us by call/whatsApp : +84945001987, +84945201987, +84961708126. Best Regards Kevin (Mr )
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 48 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $139 to $379
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by LOCAL TOURS VIETNAM, who run 219 experiences we rank across 11 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 50.2.
See everything LOCAL TOURS VIETNAM runsWhy this scores 55
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LAN HA BAY OVERNIGHT CRUISES (Less Tourist Area,Meals,Kayak,Bike): questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Ha Long Bay.
How much does LAN HA BAY OVERNIGHT CRUISES (Less Tourist Area,Meals,Kayak,Bike) cost?
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Prices start at $139 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Ha Long Bay usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does LAN HA BAY OVERNIGHT CRUISES (Less Tourist Area,Meals,Kayak,Bike) take?
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Plan for about 48 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Ha Long Bay is not rushed.
Is LAN HA BAY OVERNIGHT CRUISES (Less Tourist Area,Meals,Kayak,Bike) worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 55 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 3 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable food & drink in Ha Long Bay, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule LAN HA BAY OVERNIGHT CRUISES (Less Tourist Area,Meals,Kayak,Bike)?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is LAN HA BAY OVERNIGHT CRUISES (Less Tourist Area,Meals,Kayak,Bike) suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 48-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book LAN HA BAY OVERNIGHT CRUISES (Less Tourist Area,Meals,Kayak,Bike)?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Ha Long Bay can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Ha Long Bay and add a light layer if any part of the 48-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does LAN HA BAY OVERNIGHT CRUISES (Less Tourist Area,Meals,Kayak,Bike) start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Ha Long Bay within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Ha Long Bay?
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On Outty we rank every Ha Long Bay experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Ha Long Bay Day Cruise – Kayaking, Sung Sot Cave & Titop Island, 2 Day 1 Night Luxury Azura Cruise through Halong & Lan Ha Bay, Lan Ha Bay & Cat Ba Island Day Tour - Nature Escape, Less Crowds. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Ha Long Bay?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Ha Long Bay?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in LAN HA BAY OVERNIGHT CRUISES (Less Tourist Area,Meals,Kayak,Bike)?
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Included: Kayaking/Local Rowing Boat & Biking to Viet Hai Village; Meals on boat and Entrance fees as program; Private seaview cabin with ensuite bathroom on first deck; Lunch; and Dinner. Not included: Beverages, Personal Expenses and Tips; and Surcharge Holiday. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does LAN HA BAY OVERNIGHT CRUISES (Less Tourist Area,Meals,Kayak,Bike) include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 820 listed pickup locations in and around Ha Long Bay. Be ready about 20 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is LAN HA BAY OVERNIGHT CRUISES (Less Tourist Area,Meals,Kayak,Bike) offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for LAN HA BAY OVERNIGHT CRUISES (Less Tourist Area,Meals,Kayak,Bike)?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
What happens to LAN HA BAY OVERNIGHT CRUISES (Less Tourist Area,Meals,Kayak,Bike) if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Ha Long Bay. Standard cancellation terms apply.
What do travelers say about LAN HA BAY OVERNIGHT CRUISES (Less Tourist Area,Meals,Kayak,Bike)?
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Across 3 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, food and drink, value for money. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
What booking options are available for LAN HA BAY OVERNIGHT CRUISES (Less Tourist Area,Meals,Kayak,Bike)?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including TOUR FROM CAT BA ISLAND/11:30, FROM HANOI + BIG BUS/07:00. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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