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2-Day Cat Ba Island Adventure and Lan Ha Bay Cruise in Ha Long

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Activity provider: NINH BINH FOOTPRINT TRAVEL
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2-day tour in Ha Long, taking in Trekking in Cat Ba National Park, Lan Ha Bay one day cruise and Cruise Lan Ha Bay. Run by NINH BINH FOOTPRINT TRAVEL, booked direct rather than through a reseller.

Highlights

  • Trekking in Cat Ba National Park
  • Lan Ha Bay one day cruise
  • Cruise Lan Ha Bay
  • Runs 2 days
  • Transfer Ninh Binh - Cat Ba Island - Hanoi
  • Private room in Cat Ba New Horizon Hotel

2-Day Cat Ba Island Adventure and Lan Ha Bay Cruise: Key Facts

PriceFrom $156 per person
Duration2 days
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

Full description

This is a 2-day experience from Ha Long, built around Trekking in Cat Ba National Park, Lan Ha Bay one day cruise and Cruise Lan Ha Bay. It is run by NINH BINH FOOTPRINT TRAVEL, an operator we book with directly rather than through a reseller, which is why we can hold your place with them before we treat your booking as final.

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The price covers Transfer Ninh Binh - Cat Ba Island - Hanoi, Private room in Cat Ba New Horizon Hotel, Vintage US Army Jeep ride through the jungle and along the, Tour guide and Visit to Cat Ba National Park. It does not cover Personal expenses, Drink on cruise, Lunch and dinner on the first day and Surcharge $10 for single room, so budget for those separately. Everything included is listed in full on this page; if something is not on that list, assume it is not in the price.

NINH BINH FOOTPRINT TRAVEL sends the meeting point and time by email as soon as the booking is confirmed. We need at least one day's notice, and we confirm the date with NINH BINH FOOTPRINT TRAVEL before treating your booking as final. If they cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.

Tour Itinerary

Itineraries are customisable as per your request

The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

CAT BA ISLAND JEEP TOUR Visit Trung Trang Cave

13:30 – Vintage Jeep - Trung Trang Cave - Cat Ba National Park Hiking Our Vintage US Army Jeep will pick you at hotel. Start the journey with a scenic drive through Cat Ba Island’s lush green landscape toward the national park area. Explore the famous Trung Trang Cave, an impressive three-story cave used as a secret, bomb-proof hospital during the Vietnam War. Learn about its fascinating history and architecture, hidden deep within the limestone mountain.

Trekking in Cat Ba National Park

Enter Cat Ba National Park for a refreshing hike through tropical forest trails. Reach Ngu Lam Peak, where a panoramic viewpoint offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and jungle — a perfect photo spot. After your trek, we’ll head back to Cat Ba Town in our vintage jeep. Enjoy a scenic drive along the coastal road. If the weather is clear, witness a magical sunset over Lan Ha Bay and the limestone hills — the perfect end to your adventure.

Lan Ha Bay one day cruise

07:30 AM – Breakfast & Check-out Have breakfast, check out, and bring your luggage. 08:15 AM – Transfer to Cai Beo Harbor Meet your guide and transfer to the harbor. 08:45 AM – Lan Ha Bay Cruise Cruise through Cai Beo Fishing Village and admire the limestone islands hidden beaches. 10:00 AM – Swimming & Snorkeling Enjoy swimming snorkeling at Three Peaches Beach. 11:00 AM – Kayaking Kayak through rock arches, caves, and hidden lagoons. 12:30 PM – Vietnamese Lunch Enjoy lunch on the boat.

Cruise Lan Ha Bay

01:30 PM – Cruise through Lan Ha & Ha Long Bay Admire the spectacular limestone landscapes and islands. 02:30 PM – Beach Swimming Relax and swim at a peaceful wild beach. 03:30 PM – Return to Harbor Cruise back to Ben Beo Harbor and transfer to Hanoi by bus. 07:30 PM – Hanoi Old Quarter Drop-off in Hanoi Old Quarter. Tour ends.

Detailed Itinerary

CAT BA ISLAND JEEP TOUR Visit Trung Trang Cave

Trekking in Cat Ba National Park

Lan Ha Bay one day cruise

Cruise Lan Ha Bay

Includes

  • Transfer Ninh Binh - Cat Ba Island - Hanoi
  • Private room in Cat Ba New Horizon Hotel
  • Vintage US Army Jeep ride through the jungle and along the coastal road
  • Tour guide
  • Visit to Cat Ba National Park
  • Hike up to Ngu Lam Peak
  • Discover Hospital Cave
  • Lan Ha Bay day cruise with kayaking, swimming and snorkeling
  • Breakfast in hotel & lunch on cruise

Excludes

  • Personal expenses
  • Drink on cruise
  • Lunch and dinner on the first day
  • Surcharge $10 for single room

Important information

Meeting point

NINH BINH FOOTPRINT TRAVEL sends the meeting point and time by email as soon as the booking is confirmed.

Weather

This runs outdoors, so the operator can call it off for rain, wind or sea conditions, and that decision is usually made on the day. If they cancel, you choose: another date, or your money back in full. We do not keep a booking fee on a tour that did not run.

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration 2 days
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Starting from $156
$156
Need a custom booking or have a larger group?Contact Support via WhatsApp
Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more

Traveler Reviews

3/5
based on 6 reviews
Guide
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Value for money
3/5
Verified reviews from travelers on this operator’s experience
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Sarah
January 25, 2026

This activity was so fun and made our trip! The staff and tour guides were amazing. Justin was our tour guide and he was amazing! I would 100% recommend this activity to travelers looking for things to do in Vietnam.

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Markus
April 1, 2026

The tour felt quite different from the advertised “small group (max. 14)”. Instead of a fixed group and guide, it was more a mix of building blocks: a bus transfer, a really nice small-group caves and hike experience (we were only 3 people), and then a large boat tour with around 60 people followed by multiple transfers back to Hanoi. Day 1 was enjoyable overall, with a friendly guide and beautiful scenery, but we couldn’t visit Hospital Cave as advertised and would have appreciated more background information about the area. Day 2 felt rushed and less aligned with the description: kayaking wa

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Melissa
March 20, 2026

C’était parfait, seulement, nous étions les seuls à ne pas aller sur les aux singes à la fin : on a dû prendre une navette depuis le bateau pour rentrer à Hanoi, alors que tous les autres y aller. Ça pourrait être inclus de le tour pour faciliter l’organisation et aussi éviter de la frustration. 😅 Autrement, rien à dire c’était super !

Frequently Asked Questions

Transfer Ninh Binh - Cat Ba Island - Hanoi, Private room in Cat Ba New Horizon Hotel, Vintage US Army Jeep ride through the jungle and along the coastal road, Tour guide, Visit to Cat Ba National Park, Hike up to Ngu Lam Peak, Discover Hospital Cave, Lan Ha Bay day cruise with kayaking, swimming and snorkeling, Breakfast in hotel & lunch on cruise
The duration of the 2-Day Cat Ba Island Adventure and Lan Ha Bay Cruise is typically 2 days. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
Starting from$156