Halong Serenity Cruise
7:45: Arrive Serenity Cruises Office at No. 191, 1/4 Street, Cat Ba town. Then get on board.
8:15: Welcome drink and crew greetings upon check-in on the Serenity Premium Cruise.The tour guide then provides important information about the itinerary and other notes.
8:30: Start the cruise to Lan Ha Bay. As the boat moves gently on the bay, you may first take in the picturesque view of Cai Beo ancient fishing village, where floating homes are situated along the side of the mountain.
You will be amazed at the peaceful beauty of this 7,000 year old village.It’s time to learn more about local fishermen, their way of life and the cultural values with the cruise’s knowledgeable guides.
The trip continues deeper into the bay’s center, where you can’t help being astonished by Mother Nature’s gift: a sizable bay with stunningly brilliant blue water encircling hundreds of rocky islands that vary greatly in size and shape.
10:15: The boat anchors near the area of Hang Sang – Hang Toi (Light Cave – Dark Cave). Situated at the border of Lan Ha Bay and Halong Bay, this location is unquestionably among the greatest for kayaking.
Spend an hour and a half kayaking to explore its beautiful limestone formations and interesting natural habitats.
12:00: Return to Premium Serenity Day Cruise and relax.
12:30: Traditional Vietnamese cuisine and fresh Cat Ba seafood are served for lunch. If you have any request for vegetarian meals, then let us know in advance.
13:30: Move to Ba Trai Dao beach area (also known as Three Peaches area), where you can enjoy the white sand beaches and picturesque mountain scenery, swimming among the cleanest part of Lan Ha Bay and snorkeling (snorkeling activities depend on tide levels and weather conditions).
15:00: The cruise returns to the harbor by another route, allowing you to continue to admire the poetic scenery of Lan Ha Bay.
16:00: Sunset party with fresh fruit and cookies. This will be a great opportunity for the cruise team and the tour guide to express our sincere thanks for your use of our services. In order to continuously develop, we are also delighted to hear any comments and reviews on your cruise experience.
17:00 Arrive at Ben Beo Harbor, say goodbye to Lan Ha Bay. End of your unforgettable trip.
Lan Ha Bay Serenity Cruise Price from Cat Ba Island and finish at Cat Ba Island
Note:
Please submit your personal information including full name, date of birth and address at least 24 hours before departure time to declare your itinerary to the port authorities.
The order of sightseeing sites may change. However, visitors will still visit all the locations listed in the itinerary.
The order of attractions may change but still ensures enough attractions according to the itinerary.
Unused services such as meals, sightseeing, transportation and activities in the itinerary will not be refunded or exchanged.
Tour duration is subject to change. Depending on the tides and wind direction, the excursion may conclude earlier or later than planned.
Attractions in the Lan Ha Bay Day Cruise
Situated to the east of Cat Ba Island and to the south of Halong Bay, Lan Ha Bay spans over 7,000 hectares and has the remarkable beauty of over 400 large and small islands.
Unlike the islands in Halong Bay, all of the islands in Lan Ha Bay are covered in lush green trees and feature a variety of interesting shapes , though they come with extremely small size.
Explore Cai Beo ancient fishing village
Cai Beo fishing village near Ben Beo harbor is one of the biggest and most well-known ancient villages in Vietnam. Each year, this floating village draws thousands of tourists to take in its serene ambiance as well as the picturesque surroundings and discover vibrant fishing village life.
Visit Ba Trai Dao beach area
The ancient legend of Ba Trai Dao island’s origins is still told by residents of Halong Bay.
According to the legend, a poor fisherman and the youngest daughter of the god fell in love.
She took three peaches from heaven for him, since she wanted him to be immortal and live forever with her. God became enraged upon knowing it, and turned three peaches into three rocky mountains in the sea. Therefore, local people named this island Ba Trai Dao island (means Three Peaches Island).
Come to Rua Islet
It is an islet located in Lan Ha Bay with the shape of a swimming turtle. You may see it on the way from Ben Beo Harbor to Viet Hai ancient village.
Chuong Islet
Hon Chuong also has other names such as But, Nen, and Bap Chuoi. On the route from Cat Ba town to the fishing village of Cua Van, you may view it
Explore Dark ad Bright Cave by Kayaking or Bamboo Boat
Dark Cave is a long and dark cave, so visitors must carry an electric torch before entering it. On the contrary, Light Cave is short and you can see the other bright side from this side.
Kayaking and swimming down the tunnel is the ideal way to explore Dark and Light caves.
While Light Cave is always accessible, Dark Cave is difficult to pass into and can be swallowed by the tide.
You will undoubtedly be astounded by the majestic limestone mountains and islands in this region.
Take a kayak and explore every corner of the Dark and Light caves in your own way.
There are many Benjamin fig trees shading the landscape, and a variety of orchids with their fragrant flowers. A lake which can be also found inside the cave, is home to numerous species, including cuttlefish, shrimp, fish, and crabs.
In addition, freshwater snail fossils are still present on the cliffs, indicating that the area was inhabited at one point and that this must have been a deep valley