The Quieter Way to See Lan Ha — Serenity Boutique Cruise
Boutique 3-deck cruise · less-touristy Lan Ha & Ha Long Bay
A quieter boutique day cruise on Lan Ha Bay — small enough for a calm pace, large enough for three decks of bay views. Best for couples, families, and travellers who want a refined-but-easygoing day on the bay.
Highlights
- Pass through one of the most ancient and beautiful floating villages in northern Vietnam (Cai Beo)
- Cruise the less-touristy areas of Lan Ha Bay and a part of Ha Long Bay
- Kayak the Phreatic Karst Cave System at Tai Keo
- Swim and jump into the emerald waters at Ba Trai Dao
- Boutique cruise with 3 decks offering stunning bay views
- Afternoon tea on the way back to Beo Pier
Daily itinerary
Times are approximate and may shift slightly with weather, tide, and group pace. The order of activities stays the same.
- 08:30
Pick-up from your hotel
Our shuttle picks you up from your hotel in Cat Ba Town and drives you down to Beo Harbour, where Serenity Boutique is waiting.
- 09:00
Check-in · welcome drink · cruise through Cai Beo
Step onboard, settle in with a welcome drink, then sail out through Cai Beo Fishing Village — one of the oldest floating villages in northern Vietnam — past Hon Rua, Hon Guoc, and Van Boi Island.
- 10:30
Kayak the Tai Keo Phreatic Karst Cave System
Arrive at the Ha Long–Lan Ha boundary and break out the kayaks. Paddle into the Tai Keo cave system — narrow tunnels, hidden lagoons, and karst overhangs you can only reach by kayak. Two-person sit-on-top kayaks, life jackets, and dry-bags provided.
- 12:30
Seafood lunch onboard
Lunch is served onboard — fresh seafood and Vietnamese specialties with floor-to-ceiling views of the bay.
- 14:00
Ba Trai Dao · swim & boat jumping
We anchor near Ba Trai Dao, a quiet three-cone island spot. Swim straight off the boat, jump from the deck, or just float in the emerald water. (Depending on tide and sea conditions, the kayaking and swim spots may shift to nearby coves.)
- 15:45
Afternoon tea · cruise back to Beo Pier
As the boat heads back toward Beo Pier, afternoon tea is served on the deck — tea, light snacks, and bay views to close out the day.
- 17:00
Transfer back to Cat Ba Town
Arrive at Beo Harbour and our shuttle takes you back to your accommodation in Cat Ba Town. (Itinerary may change due to weather and other factors.)
What's included
Not included
Quick facts
- Pick-up
- 08:30
- Return
- 17:00
- Duration
- 8.5 hours
- Group size
- 48 pax · boutique cruise
- Food
- Seafood lunch served onboard · Welcome drink and one bottle of water per person · Afternoon tea on the way back. Vegi/Vegan options on request.
- Children's policy
- 0–2: free (1 child / 2 adults; 2nd child 50%) · 3–4: 300,000đ (meals shared with parents) · 5–12: entrance ticket reduced 60,000đ
Cancellation policy
- More than 14 days before: 100% refund
- 5–14 days before: 100% refund (processed within 48 hours)
- Less than 5 days before: non-refundable
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Plan the rest of your trip
Pair this tour with where to sleep and how to get to Cat Ba — booked through one operator, all in one place.
Lan Ha Floating Homestay
Sleep on the bay — limestone cliffs all around. 6 rooms · free kayak & SUP for guests · 2km from Cat Ba town.
See the homestay →Hanoi → Cat Ba in 3.5 hours
Bus + speedboat combo from Hanoi Old Quarter. Three daily departures · pickup from your hotel · drop-off at Cat Ba Town.
See route & vehicles →