Lan Ha Bay Cruises
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Lan Ha Bay Cruises with Origin Vietnam offer one of the most serene and untouched experiences in the Gulf of Tonkin. Located to the south of Ha Long Bay, Lan Ha Bay spans over 7,000 hectares and includes part of Cat Ba Island National Park, creating a breathtaking blend of limestone karsts, hidden lagoons, emerald waters, and peaceful fishing villages.
Unlike the more touristy areas of Ha Long Bay, Lan Ha Bay remains quiet, pristine, and perfect for travelers seeking nature, adventure, and privacy. The bay is ideal for kayaking, swimming, snorkeling, rock climbing, and deep-water soloing—making it a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts.
The best way to experience the full beauty of Lan Ha Bay is on an overnight cruise. Whether you choose a luxury cruise or a more budget-friendly option, most itineraries include meals, entrance fees, onboard activities, and an English-speaking guide. Cruises typically visit highlights such as Dark & Bright Cave, the tranquil Ba Trai Dao area, and the peaceful Viet Hai Village on Cat Ba Island.
You can also explore Lan Ha Bay independently by renting a boat from Cat Ba Island, which is only a short 30-minute journey to the heart of the bay.
Lan Ha Bay is becoming increasingly popular for its wild beauty, calm waters, and dramatic limestone landscapes—an ideal combination for travelers wanting a more exclusive and immersive cruising experience.
To plan your trip, explore our curated list of the best Lan Ha Bay cruises below. If you need a personalized itinerary, feel free to contact us for a tailor-made journey through this stunning bay.
Discover Lan Ha Bay: Vietnam’s Hidden Gem
Lan Ha Bay now is not much different from Ha Long Bay or Bai Tu Long Bay, however, it starts from Cat Ba island to discover its amazing seascapes.
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Peony Cruise
Spending a night in Lan Ha Bay Cruise with Peony Cruise, by the unique route, it takes you to the route with less populated in Lan Ha Bay on luxury and boutique services. Have the chance to discover one of the most stunning bay in Vietnam which has many amazing and uncontaminated beaches yet un-touristy.
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orchid trendy cruise
Orchid Trendy Cruise offers visitors a memorable trip to explore Halong Bay – Lan Ha Bay. This is a 5-star yacht with beautiful, modern design.
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Aspira Cruise
A 2 or 3 days itinerary on Aspira Cruise is the perfect itinerary for travelers looking for an exciting experience in Lan Ha Bay. Explore the Dark and Bright Cave by boat or kayak
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Au Co Cruise
Immerse yourself in the best of these stunning destinations while enjoying the cruise’s excellent safety standards and a wide range of fleet activities
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Aqua Of The Sea
You will enjoy rich and diverse cuisine of European and Asian dishes in a luxurious, airy restaurant. Professional, enthusiastic staff and attentive service will satisfy all visitors
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It’s great for: Family, Group of friends, Old couple, Young couple
Cruise Line:
Tuan Chau port → Halong bay → Sung Sot cave → Titov island → Lan Ha bay → Dark & Bright cave → Tra Bau area/Ba Trai Dao → Pearl village/ Luon cave → Tuan Chau port
It’s great for: Family, Group of friends, Old couple, Young couple
Cruise Line:
Tuan Chau port → Halong bay → Lan Ha bay → Tra Bau area → Quan Y cave → Cat Ba island → Viet Hai village → Ba Trai Dao beach → Tuan Chau port
It’s great for: Family with kids, Old couple, Young couple
Cruise Line:
Tuan Chau port → Halong bay → Luon cave → Titov island → Trinh Nu cave → Ba Trai Dao → Sung Sot cave → Tuan Chau port
It’s great for: Family with kids, Old couple, Young couple
Cruise Line:
Tuan Chau International Port → Lan Ha Bay → Ba Trai Dao beach → Dark and Bright cave → Cat Ba island → Viet Hai Village → Tra Bau → Tuan Chau International Port
It’s great for: Family with kids, Old couple, Young couple
Cruise Line:
Tuan Chau International Port → Lan Ha Bay → Ba Trai Dao beach → Dark and Bright cave → Cat Ba island → Viet Hai Village → Tra Bau → Tuan Chau International Port
It’s great for: Family, Old couple, Young couple
Cruise Line:
Tuan Chau port → Tung Sau pearl farm → Sung Sot cave → Trong & Trinh Nu caves → Ba Trai Dao beach → Me Cung cave → Tuan Chau port
It’s great for: Family with kids, Old couple, Young couple
Cruise Line:
Tuan Chau port → Halong bay → Titov island → Tung Sau pearl farm → Tien Ong cave → Cua Van fishing village → Me Cung cave → Tuan Chau port
It’s great for: Family, Group of friends, Old couple, Young couple
Cruise Line:
Tuan Chau marina →Halong bay→Sung Sot cave→Titov island→Luon cave→Lan Ha bay→ Viet Hai village → Tai Keo cave → Ba Trai Dao beach→ Bright & Dark cave → Tuan Chau marina
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Experience serene lagoons, emerald waters, and peaceful limestone islets in the untouched beauty of Lan Ha Bay.
Lan Ha Bay Cruise Tips & FAQs
Everything you need to know before travelling in spectacular Lan Ha Bay & Cat Ba Island!
Is Land Ha Bay interesting for Overnight Cruise?
Honestly, Lan Ha Bay is otherworldly. The seawater is green. You can see many karst islands and rocks rising from the seawater. There are many caves, secret lagoons, and beaches for relaxing and swimming. So Lan Ha Bay Cruise 2 days or 3 days is very worth for paying a visiting.
How do I get to Lan Ha Bay cruise from Cat Ba?
When you are in Cat Ba Island already, you travel to Cai Vieng Port where has most cruise land on and start tour to discover Lan Ha Bay & Cat Ba from this port.
There are some other ports such as Ben Binh, Dinh Vu, Got where have some cruises start tour from these ports.
How we can make Lan Ha Bay Cruise from Hanoi?
It’s like booking cruise Halong Bay from Hanoi. It’s quite easy and convenience booking trip. But we suggest you should book on advance to make sure that you will get space on cruise.
How about the weather in Lan Ha Bay?
Located close to Ha Long Bay, So the weather in Lan Ha Bay is same like Halong Bay. The best time to travel to Lan Ha Bay from September to end of April.
Which is better Halong Bay or Lan Ha Bay boat tour?
Halong Bay or Lan Ha Bay boat tour are all beautiful. If you would like a wealth of activities with many places to visit, Halong Bay has more activities than. However, Lan Ha Bay is the suitable one for people are seeking a quiet and contemplative time in the Gulf of Tonkin with its quiet waterways and authentic fishing villages.
How do I get to Lan Ha Bay cruise from Hanoi?
Lan Ha Bay cruise from Hanoi has many way to travel. You can travel on shuttle bus of cruise or on private transport from Hanoi to Hai Phong 2.5 hours on Express Highway (Got pier or Binh harbor). Or you travel from Hai Phong – Cat Ba island by speedboat (~ 10 minutes)
How do I get to Lan Ha Bay without a tour?
When you arrive in Cat Ba Island, it is easy for you to visit and discover by your own without booking a tour such as relax on beach, visit cave, national park. However, with Lan Ha Bay you cannot free visiting as your own.
Because to visit Lan Ha Bay, it requires you to book a boat trip tour for visiting the bay with islands and islet for half day, full day or overnight on cruise on the bay.
How far is Cat Ba Island from Hanoi?
Cat Ba Island from Hanoi is about 160 km. You travel on Express Highway around 2.5 hours to reach Hai Phong and then go ahead to Cat Ba Island. If you travel by bus you will stop in Hai Phong and then have a speedboat or ferry to arrive in Cat Ba.
How do I get from Hanoi to Cat Ba Island and make Lan Ha Bay cruise 2 nights?
When you travel from Hanoi, it’s just over a 2.5 hours drive to Hai Phong and out over the sea bridge to the tiny island of Cat Hai. From here you will take a short 10 minute speedboat ride from Got Port to Cai Vieng port on Cat Ba Island. And then you start Lan Ha Bay cruise 2 nights from the port to discover the beautiful Lan Ha Bay.
How do I get from Hanoi airport to Cat Ba Island and make Lan Ha Bay cruise Vietnam?
You can make directly by private transport from Hanoi airport to Cat Ba Island and then get on the harbor to have Lan Ha Bay cruise Vietnam.
Are there sharks in Lan Ha Bay?
No, there isn’t. Lan Ha Bay has no shark. It is the calm and safe seawater for enjoying the seascapes.
What are Lan Ha Bay cruise luxury?
Lan Ha Bay is the less touristic bay to discover now. It now has many different Lan Ha Bay cruise luxury to combine both visiting and luxury accommodation for overnight.
These cruises are Era cruise, Scarlet Pearl Cruise, Azeala Cruise, Orchid Cruise, Aspira cruise, etc. Many cruise for choice and you can reference and choose one as your wish.
Where should I stay in Cat Ba Island after Lan Ha Bay cruise 3 days?
After Lan Ha Bay cruise 3 days, you can travel to Cat Ba Island and spend more time to discover this beautiful island. They are hotels and resorts for you to choose: Catba Island Resort & Spa, Monkey Island resort, Sea Pearl hotel Cat Ba, Cat Ba Paradise hotel, etc.
There are many small hotels in Cat Ba Town for you to choose.
What makes Lan Ha Bay cruise best special?
Located in the southeast coast of Cat Ba Island, Lan Ha Bay is a quieter and more pristine than the touristy Halong Bay. Lan Ha Bay best special for its itinerary passes through the hundreds of karst island clusters with various shapes and lagoons, caves, white-sandy beaches, and floating villages.
Especially, Lan Ha Bay’s seascape is similar as attractive as Halong Bay, however, feels more seductive.
How do you get from Cat Ba to Lan Ha Bay Aspira Cruise?
When you are in Cat Ba Island, you take a ferry from Cat Ba to Tuan Chau Island where Aspira Cruise has the welcome lounge for pick up passengers. Or you can take a private transport from Cat Ba Island on the land to Hai Phong and then travel to Halong city and reach Tuan Chau Island harbor.
How far is Haiphong from Hanoi for Lan Ha Bay Cruise booking?
Hanoi to Hai Phong is 103 kilometers (64 miles). And then you take ferry to reach the harbor and get on board. When you make Lan Ha Bay booking the sales will show you directly how to reach the harbor.
How do you get from Hai Phong to Ninh Binh?
There are 4 ways to get from Haiphong to Ninh Bình. They are by bus, train, taxi or car. When you have limited time, the best way is the private transport.
Is Cat Ba island worth visiting?
Cat Ba Island is very beautiful and attractive for visitors. Therefore, you should spend one more day to discover it. You also visit Cat Ba national Park, Monkey Island, caves, nice beaches, fishing villages, etc. You can make a trekking, walking or cycling around the island for visiting.
Can we stay on Cat Ba Island and Lan Ha Bay cruise 2 nights?
Yes, you can. Some cruises have the itinerary discover Lan Ha Bay 2 nights with 1 night on cruise and 1 night on Cat Ba Island such as Unicharm cruise. Or some cruises has 2 nights on board but has the visiting Cat Ba Island in their itinerary like Era Cruise, Bhaya Cruise, Au Co cruise. Or you can choose both 2nights on cruise and then continue to spend more days in Cat Ba island.
How to get to Lan Ha Bay from Hai Phong?
To reach Lan Ha Bay from Hai Phong, you can either go by speedboat or hydrofoil from Ben Binh pier of Hai Phong city to Cat Ba Island. On the high season of tourism, the ferry lasts from June to September. Thus, You should book the ticket in advance.
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