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Lan Ha Bay Day Cruise with Dark and Bright Caves in Hanoi

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Activity provider: Tinny Travel Co.Ltd
Lan Ha Bay Day Cruise with Dark and Bright Caves in Hanoi
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full-day tour in Hanoi, taking in Cát Bà Island, Ba Trai Dao beach, Lan Ha Bay and Lan Ha Bay. Run by Tinny Travel Co.Ltd, booked direct rather than through a reseller.

Highlights

  • Bus/coach
  • Cát Bà Island
  • Lan Ha Bay
  • Runs 1 days
  • Option 1 : Start and end from hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Hanoi's Old Quarter

Lan Ha Bay Day Cruise with Dark and Bright Caves in Hanoi: Key Facts

PriceFrom $65.2 per person
Duration1 days
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

Full description

This is a 1-day experience in Hanoi, built around Bus/coach, Cát Bà Island and Lan Ha Bay. It is run by Tinny Travel Co.Ltd, 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.

The price covers Option 1 : Start and end from hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter, Hotel pickup and drop-off in Hanoi's Old Quarter, Round-trip transfer from Ha Noi to Cat Ba Island, Vietnamese- and English-speaking guide on the boat and Lunch on the boat. It does not cover Tips for tour guide, Drinks at bar and Other personal expenses…, 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.

Hotel pickup in Hanoi. Tinny Travel Co.Ltd confirms your pickup time and the exact spot once the booking is in. We need at least one day's notice, and we confirm the date with Tinny Travel Co.Ltd 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.

2 pickup location options

Hoàn Kiếm, Cat Ba

Bus/coach

(3 hours)

Cát Bà Island

Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing (1.5 hours)

Ba Trai Dao beach, Lan Ha Bay

Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Kayaking (1.5 hours)

Lan Ha Bay

Visit, Guided tour, Swimming, Kayaking, Sunset (1.5 hours)

2 drop-off locations

Cat Ba, Hoàn Kiếm

Detailed Itinerary

2 pickup location options: Hoàn Kiếm, Cat Ba

Bus/coach: (3 hours)

Cát Bà Island: Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing (1.5 hours)

Ba Trai Dao beach, Lan Ha Bay: Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Kayaking (1.5 hours)

Lan Ha Bay: Visit, Guided tour, Swimming, Kayaking, Sunset (1.5 hours)

2 drop-off locations: Cat Ba, Hoàn Kiếm

Includes

  • Option 1 : Start and end from hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter:
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Hanoi's Old Quarter
  • Round-trip transfer from Ha Noi to Cat Ba Island
  • Vietnamese- and English-speaking guide on the boat
  • Lunch on the boat
  • Kayaking and swimming
  • 1 bottle of water
  • Option 2 : Start and end from hotels in Cat Ba Town.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cat Ba Town
  • Round-trip transfer from Cat Ba Island to Habour

Excludes

  • Tips for tour guide
  • Drinks at bar
  • Other personal expenses…

Important information

Meeting point

Hotel pickup in Hanoi. Tinny Travel Co.Ltd confirms your pickup time and the exact spot once the booking is in.

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 1 days
Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Main Tour Price
Starting from $65.2
$65.2
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

4.9/5
based on 101 reviews
Guide
5/5
Value for money
4.8/5
Verified reviews from travelers on this operator’s experience
5
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Carlos
September 3, 2026

Very great activity full of amazing landscapes. The guide was so helpful and funny and make sure everyone was taken care of

5
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Giovanna
August 14, 2026

We were really lucky with the weather, was a sunnny day. We got to see many beautiful landscape and our guide was the most adorable and precious person: see explained everything about the culture and the way of living of Hmong people! Really beautiful tour, simple and really enjoyable! I will do it again! 100% recommend

5
M
Michelle
August 2, 2026

Awesome day doing Lan Ha Bay Day Cruise. Lots of transportation to and from but actual cruise part was great.

5
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Barbara
July 31, 2026

We really enjoyed our trip. Everything went smoothly, we had a lot of fun, and it was a solid experience from start to finish—largely thanks to our amazing guide Happy, who was both super informative and entertaining. I’d definitely recommend it to anyone thinking about going.

5
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Halina
June 3, 2026

Amazing experience on Lan Ha Bay. Really good value for money and one of the highlights of my trip! The activities and food were excellent and our guide Tony was kind and informative :)

5
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Iyanla
May 30, 2026

Really loved the whole day. It was well planned. Everything was on time. Food was delicious and enough. It was fun going around kayaking, especially with our guide Happy! Happy really deserves his nickname, he really made the whole day extra special 😁

5
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Ellie
May 20, 2026

Amazing trip our tour guide Happy was amazing! So informative on the history of Cat Ba and the fishing villages!

5
M
Manuela
May 19, 2026

Tony was our guide and he was awesome. We had plenty of time to enjoy the sea, the views and all the activities. Totally recommend it!

5
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Azougar
May 14, 2026

Breakfast option since early start in the morning. else everything was good frop start to finish, to the shared informations. staff was great and dedicated, very professionnal. Activities were good too, meal was good, really a nice day and experi3nce thanks to thos wonderful team. i recommend

5
S
Steven
May 6, 2026

We had a wonderful day with awesome guides. The boat staff were sensational. The lunch was delicious & plenty of food. Everything was 5 star.

5
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Nejc
April 9, 2026

Great organization. Good food. Excellent guide. It was a very good trip, highly recommended.

5
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Jade
March 27, 2026

This full day tour was beautiful, relaxing, adventurous and fun! We did the option of a Hanoi pick up and drop off so the day was massive, 5:30am to 8:30pm with a lot of transfers between buses and boats, however the time spent in the bay was jaw-dropping! Our guide Tony was so friendly and knowledgeable, he had so much organisation to do but impressively stayed on top of it all, he also adjusted the schedule of the day so we were swimming in high tide not low tide. The lunch is incredible, so much delicious food and even accommodated our vegetarian requests :) overall this tour was absolutely

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Hotel pickup in Hanoi. Tinny Travel Co.Ltd confirms your pickup time and the exact spot once the booking is in. The collection window is usually a little wider than a fixed minute, because the driver is working a route around several hotels.
The price does not cover tips for tour guide, drinks at bar and other personal expenses…. Everything it does cover is listed in full on this page, so if something is not on that list, budget for it separately.
Overnight cruises sleep on board; day cruises do not. Cabins on the boats we book are private with an ensuite bathroom, and the grade of boat is stated in the option you choose rather than left vague. Bay conditions occasionally force an itinerary change, which the operator decides on the morning and is not something we can promise around.
We confirm your booking with the operator before we treat it as final, and we need at least one day's notice. Once it is confirmed you get the meeting point, the time and a contact number for the day. If the operator cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.
Option 1 : Start and end from hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter:, Hotel pickup and drop-off in Hanoi's Old Quarter, Round-trip transfer from Ha Noi to Cat Ba Island, Vietnamese- and English-speaking guide on the boat, Lunch on the boat, Kayaking and swimming, 1 bottle of water, Option 2 : Start and end from hotels in Cat Ba Town., Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cat Ba Town, Round-trip transfer from Cat Ba Island to Habour
The duration of the Lan Ha Bay Day Cruise with Dark and Bright Caves in Hanoi is typically 1 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$65.2