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Cat Ba Island: Lan Ha Bay Full-Day with Luxury Cruise (Ha Long)

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Activity provider: CAT BA PANORAMA TRAVEL LIMITED COMPANY
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Full-day tour in Ha Long, taking in Lan Ha Bay and Viet Hai Village. Run by CAT BA PANORAMA TRAVEL LIMITED COMPANY, booked direct rather than through a reseller.

Highlights

  • Lan Ha Bay
  • Viet Hai Village
  • Runs 8 hours
  • Luxury cruise
  • Entrance tickets
  • English speaking guide

Cat Ba Island: Lan Ha Bay Full-Day with Luxury Cruise (Ha Long): Key Facts

PriceFrom $49.5 per person
Duration8 hours
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

Full description

This is a 8-hour experience from Ha Long, built around Lan Ha Bay and Viet Hai Village. It is run by CAT BA PANORAMA TRAVEL LIMITED COMPANY, 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 Luxury cruise, Entrance tickets, guide, Welcome drink and Pick up service. It does not cover Tips and Personal expenses not mentioned clearly above, 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.

Cat Ba. We need at least one day's notice, and we confirm the date with CAT BA PANORAMA TRAVEL LIMITED COMPANY 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.

Pickup location

Cat Ba

Car

(30 minutes)

Lan Ha Bay

Break time, Visit, Guided tour, Free time, Sightseeing, Scenic views on the way (75 minutes)

Lan Ha Bay

Kayaking (1.5 hours)

Lan Ha Bay

Swimming (1 hour)

Lan Ha Bay

Break time, Lunch (1.5 hours)

Lan Ha Bay

Break time, Visit, Free time, Sightseeing, Swimming, Sunset, Scenic views on the way (3 hours)

Viet Hai Village

Break time, Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour (1.5 hours)

Arrive back at

Cat Ba

Detailed Itinerary

Pickup location: Cat Ba

Car: (30 minutes)

Lan Ha Bay: Break time, Visit, Guided tour, Free time, Sightseeing, Scenic views on the way (75 minutes)

Lan Ha Bay: Kayaking (1.5 hours)

Lan Ha Bay: Swimming (1 hour)

Lan Ha Bay: Break time, Lunch (1.5 hours)

Lan Ha Bay: Break time, Visit, Free time, Sightseeing, Swimming, Sunset, Scenic views on the way (3 hours)

Viet Hai Village: Break time, Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour (1.5 hours)

Includes

  • Luxury cruise
  • Entrance tickets
  • English speaking guide
  • Welcome drink
  • Pick up service
  • Lunch on board
  • Swimming
  • Towels
  • Jacuzzi
  • Sunset party
  • Travel insurance

Excludes

  • Tips
  • Personal expenses not mentioned clearly above

Important information

Meeting point

Cat Ba

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 8 hours
Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Starting from $49.5
$49.5
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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

4.5/5
based on 192 reviews
Guide
4.7/5
Value for money
4.5/5
Verified reviews from travelers on this operator’s experience
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Patricija
August 28, 2026

Excellent day on the beautiful boat. The food was amazing. Guide was nice and helpful.

5
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Chloe
May 10, 2026

My husband and I really enjoyed this tour. Please note that in the summer (we went in May) you don’t get the sunset party on the boat. The lunch was the best lunch we have had on day tours and the other guests were really friendly. The kayaking was fun although we didn’t get to go through the caves, but the landscapes were beautiful. It was great to have such a relaxing day. We would highly recommend this tour!

5
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Lucy
April 11, 2026

Excellent boat trip with lots of fun activities and a tasty seafood lunch

5
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Jakub
March 26, 2026

i loved the tour around the ner the Cat Ba island to the Ha Long Bay

5
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Isabelle
March 25, 2026

Was amazing, so much fun and felt so luxurious! The food was so nice and such good quality! Everything felt very clean and new and the guides were so friendly and kind! Highly recommend this tour if you want to do lan ha bay

5
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Caroline
March 17, 2026

Had a very enjoyable trip. I was especially thrilled that our stop was set back from the worst of the tourism. It gave you more space, better views and an authentic feel. Plus, the guide, Minh, was really nice.

5
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Rachel
February 14, 2026

Best day ever. Minh our guide was so friendly and made an effort to speak to all the guests. Such good value for money. A must-do day trip if staying in cat ba

5
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Simon
February 11, 2026

Very nice boat tour in Ha Long Bay. The views were amazing. Our guide Minh was especially cool – friendly, relaxed, and fun. The music on the boat was very good and fit the atmosphere perfectly. Minh has a great taste of music. Everything was well organized. I would book again.

5
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Soph
February 2, 2026

Really good value for money, cannot complain with a full day boat trip, lunch, kayaking, hotel transfer and the views for £25. Would recommend to anyone staying on Cat Ba Island. guide was informative and told us information about Lan Ha Bay and Ha Long Bay and its history

5
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Paul
January 14, 2026

Cat Ba island is stunning, and this tour showcases it beautifully. From start to end the tour is orchestrated seamlessly, all running on time but not feeling rushed. This 8 hour day trip is exceptional value, with cycling, kayaking and swimming all inc., not to mention a fab lunch, we were amazed at what was included. Minh our guide really made the day even more special. This was one of the most memorably beautiful holiday experiences we've ever had! Photos don't begin to do the stunning landscape justice. Highly recommended!!

5
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Simone
December 17, 2025

Tour was amazing and all the team on the boat was super welcome, helpful and prepared. Shout out to Minh and his passion for the island was absolutely the highlight of our tour Definitely recommended!!

5
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Mateusz
December 9, 2025

I loved every detail of this excursion. it was so well organized and full of attractions. Minh is an amazing guide!

Frequently Asked Questions

Luxury cruise, Entrance tickets, English speaking guide, Welcome drink, Pick up service, Lunch on board, Swimming, Towels, Jacuzzi, Sunset party, Travel insurance
The duration of the Cat Ba Island: Lan Ha Bay Full-Day with Luxury Cruise (Ha Long) is typically 8 hours. 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$49.5