Amazing expérience, a must do!!! We loved everything, the kayaking, the food, Lan Ha bay is an absolute dream!! And our guide Tom was for sure the best guide we had in the three weeks we spent in Vietnam!!! Good fun, good English speaker, he even speaks French. We also did the “night kayak expérience” which I also highly recommend. We cannot think of anything that could be improved. Thanks to the staff and a big thanks to Tom!! We will never forget this.
About Activity
What's Included
Includes
- Kayaking in less tourist areas
- Happy hour
- All entrance fees, sightseeing fees
- Biking to local village
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Professtional local English tour guide
- Cooking demonstrations
- Squid fishing, funny karaoke
Excludes
- Drinks on board
- Extra 50 USD for booking of 1 guest (Single cabin)
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- Traveler pick up offered
Itinerary
Day 1
1
07:00 You will be collected from Hanoi Old Quarter to Beo Harbour (in Catba town), where we arrive at around 11:30. 12:10 Transfer by tender to the Venezia cruises (After finishing all cruise papers). 12:15 We welcome our guests onboard the cruise and then check in, enjoy Welcome Drink, receive cruise brief and safety instruction by crew member and Cruise Manager. 12:30 We have lunch before continuing our journey via the islets. These amazing limestone karst formations rise up out of the sea in an impressive manner. This area is untouched, as not many cruise ships use the route via the Cat Ba Island – Coc Ngoi islet – through Cua Dong to Ba Trai Dao area. 14:30 The Cruise sails through Lan Ha Bay. The area is surrounding of extraordinary limestone karsts landscapes. You can start your journey to visit Ba Trai Dao Beach area and islets by kayaking which is a wild and mysterious beauty in the middle of the World Heritage, enjoy swimming in the crystal clear waters of the Bay.
15:20 Just enjoy a swim. This is a great experience, immersed in the crystal clear waters of the bay. 17:15 Returning your Venezia Cruises boat you can watch the magnificent sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin. Onboard you may join a traditional cooking class. Our chef will instruct you in the making of some Vietnam dishes. In the early evening the boat has it’s Happy Hour deal. 19:00 Dinner is served. Enjoy delicious local food prepared and served for you by our wonderful onboard catering staff. This is a delightful meal in an intimate romantic setting. 21:00 Enjoy the landscape of the bay at night up on the top deck. Relax whilst enjoying drinks from the bar. Try your hand at night squid fishing, enjoy the funny Karaoke time with friends and family. Overnight on Venezia Cruises. 23:00 End of Day One program.
Day 2
2
06:00 Begin your new day with a Cup of coffee , taking photos, or enjoy the sunrise from your cabin window. Enjoy a light breakfast in the delighted and peaceful beauty of the bay 08:00 Transfer to a tender to visit Viet Hai Village on Cat Ba Island and hop on a bicycle ride (electric car also available) through a rainforest tunnel that leads to a village nestled in a valley deep in a national park. Meet, visit a traditional house, and greet local inhabitants doing their daily work, see their homes and the village school. Return to Venezia Cruises boat for check-out procedures. 10:45 Whilst cruising back you can enjoy a delightful lunch. 11:45 We return to the quay side in the south of the bay, where our visitors disembark. 12:00 We bid farewell at the port, this is the end of the program. We hope you have enjoyed your time with us and wish you a safe onward journey. 16:15 Back to your drop-off point in Hanoi. Finish Venezia cruise 2 days 1 night tour.
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Reviews
We had an amazing cruise and our Guide Tom was absolutely brilliant and helpful. Would definitely recommend this cruise to anyone travelling to Vietnam. It's a must do.
I am sorry to have to write this review but the pictures that are posted for this are so far from the truth. We paid so much money to be put on a smaller , old and dirty boat :( we thought it was a joke by our tour guide when we pulled up. The food was ok, but definitely not what you consider a luxury cruise. Also extra charges for everything, even juice of coffee. The only thing that made our trip good was our guide - Aby was amazing , so thank you for that! However I do feel like the company is advertising this as a luxury cruise which in fact is definitely not.
We did the 2N1D cruises with pickup from hotel in Hanoi. Family of 4 with two older kids (15 + 18). VIP bus was very nice with good AC and seats. We had 2 rooms on the smallest of their two boats and they were good. Not deluxe in western terms, but more than good enough with its own wc/showers and views to the ocean. The experience was chill, no stress and we enjoyed it alot. Not for the smaller kids as this would probably ruin the trip for both them and the other passengers as there is nothing for kids to do :) Our Guide was Thom and a very enjoyable guy. Wish him and our fellow passengers all the best!
The location and crew were fantastic! We did the 2 day 1 night cruise and had absolutely stunning views and great experiences, including kayaking, going through a small village, cooking class, and squid fishing. The food was diverse and delicious, and we are SO glad to have done this cruise!
Fantastic trip from start to finish, Tom and the crew were great, they went above and beyond. The food and drinks were great with lots of variety . The activities onboard included kayaking, squid fishing, and a quick cooking class. The stop off were the highlight for me, visiting the local village and sampling the 'Happy Water' Would highly recommend this tour.
What a fantastic trip away with Venezia cruises. Our days were jam packed with kayaking, squid fishing, swimming, cooking classes, biking and much more. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, specifically Tom who was a great host: funny and he made it exciting. Couldn’t recommend this trip further, we made friends along the way with both staff and visitors. Thank you Venezia Cruises! 5 stars.
Tom our guide was brilliant, spoke very good English, he was motivated and enthusiastic throughout! We had many activities in the short amount of time on the boat: Kayaking, bike tour through the village, cooking demonstration, squid fishing and time to relax on the boat. The rooms were spacious, clean and had brilliant views. Would definitely recommend this trip.
Tom was a very good host, very helpful and funny. We did kayaking, biking, visited a local village and had amazing food. The bartender made amazing drinks too, thank you everyone, would highly recommend!
We did the 1 night Halong Bay trip with Tom as our tour guide, and it was honestly amazing!!!! Tom was so lovely and such an amazing guide, so personable and attentive. The trip itself was so well organised, food was lovely, and the boat was beautiful! We had so much fun on this trip, and couldn’t recommend it more! 10/10!!!
We had a wonderful time with Tom being our guide. He was very informative and fun to be around. The service was brilliant and days jam packed with activities and yummy food. Views stunning - lots of opportunity to also take photos and relax. Great time all round.
We had the most amazing time on the cruise, Tom "Cruise" was an incredible guide and taught us so much about Vietnam and made sure had the best time. Great mix of activities Inc kayaking, cycling, cooking and karaoke. The food was fresh and delicious.
Would highly recommend this trip. All the activities were great, the food was good & Tom the guide was amazing. Would do it again.
Our boat trip was absolutely incredible, and a huge part of that was thanks to our amazing guide, Tom! From start to finish, he made sure everything was perfect, sharing his knowledge, keeping us entertained, and making the experience truly special. The kayaking adventure was breathtaking, offering stunning views that made us feel completely immersed in nature. Exploring the village by bike was also a highlight—it was such a unique and authentic experience that gave us a real feel for the local culture. One of the most memorable parts of the trip was the cooking class as well, where we had so much fun learning to make rice roll. To top it all off, the karaoke night was an absolute blast! Tom’s enthusiasm, kindness, and expertise made this trip unforgettable. I can’t recommend this experience enough—if you have the chance to do it, don’t hesitate!
The cruise was a wonderful experience! Our guide Tom made everything so fun and did an amazing job explaining everything on the excursions. The food was delicious and the scenery was stunning, highly recommend!
Tom was an amazing guide!! Funny, knowledgeable and friendly. Aside from the journey, we connected and talked about life and personal experiences. I felt like I was at home. Thank you for making me feel welcomed, great experience it was nothing less than extraordinary.
I had an amazing experience on the 2-day, 1-night Venezia Cruises tour in Lan Ha Bay. Our guide, Tom, was outstanding—knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about sharing his culture. The itinerary was well-paced, with kayaking through serene waters, biking in beautiful landscapes, and plenty of time to relax on the sundeck. The small group size made the experience feel intimate and personal. The food was delicious, and the accommodations were comfortable. If you're looking for a less-touristy, immersive adventure, I highly recommend this tour—especially with Tom as your guide!
Perfect ! Tom was a very good guide :) The cruise was good organized and the crew very kind Thanks to everyone ! Love hîmmmm
The experience was fantastic, Tung is an amazing guide and we had a lot of fun. I recommend this to everyone who wants to relax in a beautiful place and do fun activities. So awesome! :)
Tom was a great guide, the tour was very fun and had great views of the bay. We also got to learn a lot about Vietnamese culture
Great Team and Great service. 100% recommendation. Trip was Sell organized, everything went smooth. Time flied by too fast.
Small boat, so smaller group, which was perfect. Rooms beautiful with big windows and ensuite bathroom. Tom our host was informative, knowledgeable and funny.
Les deux jours avec était vrmt cool les activité au top surtout le kayak et la nourriture excellente - Two day with tom Are so cool nice activity like kayaking and biking and food was every good
Awesome cruise, can only recommend for people who are looking for a less crowded environment. Tung was a great guide and has unmatchable singing skills!
Tom is very charismatic and it was lovely to have him as our guide for the 2N1D tour. Good balance between activities and a bit of information of the islands and villages. Wish we had more time on the boat!
During the tip we did: kayaking, swimming, cooking class, squid fishing and a bike ride. All of it was super fun and Tom was a great guide! Thanks for a lovely time.
Everything was amazing! Did a lot of fun activities and saw great views. Crew on board provided amazing service - would highly recommend to everyone! Special shoutout to our guide Tom who took great care of us the whole time - made the experience that much more memorable! 10/10 karaoke skills!
Our host Tom “Cruise” was great and so was the other staff. Made for a great experience and we enjoyed it. Biking and the sites were amazing to see. It was well paced, relaxed and organised, would highly recommend.
Tom and the team were all fantastic. Tom was very funny, kind, energetic and informative (and confident singer 😌!). The views were amazing and activities super fun. Highlight of our Vietnam trip - would 100% recommend!
Tom was our tour guide. He and his crew were excellent and put great effort into their service and explanations. The kayaking and cycling were the highlights for me.
Amazing tour, really friendly guide sharing its experience. Kayak and bike tour was accessible for most of the group. Schedule fine with free time to relax.
Absolutely brilliant, the kayaking, swimming, cycling, cooking and fishing were all made brilliant by our host Tom. The views were incredible, the staff were friendly, the rooms were nice and the food was just amazing! From one Tom to another, Thank you!
It was my second time visiting cat ba and had the best time on this cruise. It was so peaceful and we were able to kayak and cycle without massive crowds. Food and drink options were perfect and the rooms super comfortable. Tom and the rest of the team were spot on and made the experience so enjoyable
The boat is beautiful, the food is excellent. We had an amazing time with our guide Tom and all the crew were funny and helpful. Would recommend 100%. Thanks a lot.
What an awesome tour! Our guide Tom Cruise was great, very friendly and entertaining. Even though the weather was not sunny, the scenery was great. The room and facilities are excellent, how lucky was I to take this cruise!! The food was delicious and plentiful, and the rest of the staff were also fun
We had a wonderful time with a great variety of experiences all made all the better due to our rep Tom. Cat Ba was very tranquil and beautiful scenery despite not being sunny .
An amazing experience, such a beautiful country & people. Our tour guide Tung & crew were excellent & most helpful. Tung was very funny & made our experience so comfortable.
Great service the boat was in excellent order, the bedrooms and bathroom were very clean and tidy, the staff where friendly and helpful, the trip around the village and the bike ride was to see it were a highlight, many thanks team
Excellent experience on the cruise and some nice experiencies along the way. Tom was a really good and pasionate guide, would defienitely recommend going.
We had a lovely cruise with excellent service from Tong and Hung , our guides. We enjoyed all the activities, kayaking, v
We traveled with friends and did the one night cruise. I had an awesome time! It had everything a bit of adventure, relaxation and even a bit of party. Our tour guide Tom was super friendly, funny and informative. Would highly suggest this tour for anyone seeking a bit of everything!
The cruise was lots of fun. The room was clean and comfortable, the crew were all good and the guide Tom was friendly, funny and informative. The views were amazing
Tom is very kind, gentle and professional tourguide. He was enthusiastic in all the activity and create a relaxed situation!
An incredible experience! The guide is very friendly and with unforgettable moments, very entertaining. The views are beautiful and the activities are incredible. I would definitely repeat it
Everything was great! The cruise, the food was a lot and very good. We were vegetarians and it was really good see that we had options. Beds were cozy and clean. Everything was really well planned, a bit too fast but great. Also our guide Tom very funny and friendly. I would definitely recommend it to everyone. We are thinking of doing this tour again in a few years.
Tom the guide was really nice and it was an amazing cruise. The crew was kind, the activities were fun and the Ha Long Bay is stunnishing !
Excellent service and lovely staff. Rooms very nice and it was a very tranquil experience with good amount of activities
Tom is a great guy. We had a beautiful cruise. The cabin is spacious and very clean. Tom knows how to entertain and to make the trip a great memory.
We had the best time on this tour! Tung (aka Tom Cruise) along with all of the other amazing staff looked after us brilliantly! Tung was a brilliant tour guide with lots of interesting facts up his sleeve and keeping us highly entertained throughout the day. We adored the food, the kayaking and the Cat Ba island tour. The rooms were spacious and incredibly comfortable and the top deck was brilliant for taking in the beautiful views! Great value for money would highly recommend!
Took this cruise as part of a family trip for my dad’s birthday. Rooms were clean, spacious, and had large windows from which to view the bay. Special shout out to Tom, our guide! He gave humorous and thorough explanations of the bay. Loved the bike ride through the rainforest and squid fishing - one of the boat staff caught a huge one.
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