The day begins at 07:00 with hotel pickup in Hanoi (if arranged), followed by travel through Hai Phong and a ferry to Cat Ba Island. At Ben Beo Pier (11:15), you receive entrance tickets and board the boat to cruise Lan Ha Bay, passing Cai Beo Floating Village and limestone karsts. At 12:00, enjoy a freshly cooked Vietnamese lunch on board. At 14:30, kayak through Dark & Bright Caves and lagoons, with a chance to spot the rare Cat Ba Langur. At 16:30, swim and jump from the boat at Ba Trai Dao Beach. At 17:30, visit a floating fish farm and take part in a Vietnamese cooking class. At 19:30, paddle under the stars to see glowing bioluminescent plankton. Optional night swim. Arrive at Viet Hai Village at 20:00.
At 06:30 the next morning, enjoy breakfast before a 07:30 cycle around Viet Hai Village, with peaceful scenery and an optional fish massage. At 08:30, check out and cruise to Monkey Island. At 09:30, relax, swim or hike for bay views. At 10:30, check in to the cruise. From 15:00–17:00, kayak or unwind on a quiet beach. Dinner is served from 17:30–19:15, with free time to follow. Overnight on the boat.
On day three, enjoy breakfast at 08:00 and take photos from the deck. At 10:30, explore remote caves and islets. Return to harbour by 12:00 and transfer back to Hanoi or your next stop.
