Sightseeing Cruises

Lan Ha Bay: 4 Star Cruises - 2D1N & 3D2N

Spend 1 or 2 nights in a comfortable cabin with bay views and access to onboard restaurants, bars, and spacious outdoor decks. Choose from multiple cabin categories, all featuring balcony access and modern onboard comforts.

Cruise through Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay, exploring quieter waterways, hidden lagoons, caves, and secluded beaches. Guests choosing the 3-day-2-night option will also visit Viet Hai Village and Van Boi Beach.

Kayak through calm waters, ride a traditional bamboo boat, swim in secluded bays, explore Dark & Bright Cave, join a cooking demonstration, enjoy a sunset party, and try squid fishing in the evening.

Enjoy Vietnamese seafood and local specialties throughout your cruise, including onboard lunches, dinners, breakfasts, tea, and coffee. Indian, halal, and vegetarian options are available.

Choose the 2-day-1-night cruise for a classic Lan Ha Bay getaway, or upgrade to the 3-day-2-night option for additional time exploring Viet Hai Village, Van Boi Beach, and the quieter corners of Lan Ha Bay.

2D1N

Welcome drink and safety briefing

1 night accommodation in a cabin with balcony, A/C and WiFi

Access to Suite Balcony or Panorama Suite (as per option selected)

Breakfast, lunch, dinner, coffee, and tea (View Menu 1 | View Menu 2 | View Indian Halal Menu)

In room: Cold towel, fresh fruits basket, two bottles of mineral water

Sunset party with local wine and fresh fruit

Cooking demonstration and squid fishing

Guided visit to Dark & Bright Cave

Kayaking, swimming, or bamboo boat ride in Ong Cam Area

English-speaking tour guide

Round-trip transfers from Hanoi (as per option selected)

Entry and sightseeing fees

3D2N

Day boat excursion through Lan Ha Bay

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner on Day 2

Visit to Viet Hai Village

Bicycle ride through the village and surrounding countryside

Visit to Van Boi Beach

Round trip transfers from Ha Long city

Beverages

Personal expenses

Travel insurance

TOTAL DURATION24 hours - 32 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERCruise Ship
Start point
2 starting points available
45 min by cruise ship
15 km
1. Ong Cam Area (Kayak, Swim, or Bamboo Boat)
1 hr 15 min
Choose between kayaking, a traditional bamboo boat ride, or swimming in the calm waters of Ong Cam Area, surrounded by secluded beaches and towering limestone cliffs.
45 min by cruise ship
2. Sunset Party & Evening Onboard
2 hr 30 min
2 activities
Passes By
Day 2: Morning Tai Chi & Breakfast
3. Dark & Bright Cave (Kayaking)
1 hr
Passes By
Check-out, Farewell Lunch & Disembarkation
End point
2 ending points available
Your ending point would be same as your start point
TOTAL DURATION48 hours - 50 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERCruise Ship
Start point
2 starting points available
45 min by cruise ship
15 km
1. Ong Cam Area (Kayak, Swim, or Bamboo Boat)
1 hr 15 min
Choose between kayaking, a traditional bamboo boat ride, or swimming in the calm waters of Ong Cam Area, surrounded by secluded beaches and towering limestone cliffs.
45 min by cruise ship
2. Sunset Party & Evening Onboard
2 hr 30 min
2 activities
Passes By
Day 2: Morning Tai Chi & Breakfast
3. Day Boat Excursion through Lan Ha Bay
1 hr
4. Viet Hai Village & Bicycle Ride
1 hr 30 min
1 activity
5. Van Boi Beach
1 hr 30 min
Passes By
Return to Main Cruise & Second Evening Onboard
6. Dark & Bright Cave (Kayaking)
1 hr
Passes By
Check-out, Farewell Lunch & Disembarkation
End point
2 ending points available
Your ending point would be same as your start point

You can cancel these tickets up to 30 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
2 weeks ago
Ha Long Bay & Lan Ha Bay Cruise was out of this world! Our whole group had a blast, and Victor Hui made it awesome from the get-go. He was super approachable, knew his stuff, and jumped in to help any time we needed anything. Victor made the whole thing more special for everyone. The boat trip itself was great—loved paddling around in kayaks, swimming, and we got to go through caves on a little rowboat. The views in Lan Ha Bay are unreal. Food on board was so good, and the cooking session was a fun addition. The transfer from Hanoi was smooth, with cool stops to see pearls and art exhibits, plus we learned about bamboo crafts on our way back. Really though, Victor was what made it. He’s a top-notch guide and just a great person in general. If you get him, you’re lucky. Would absolutely suggest this cruise to others!
2 weeks ago
5 stars, no doubt! Spent two brilliant days cruising Ha Long and Lan Ha Bay, and everything was taken care of, from the Hanoi pickup to when we got back. Victor is awesome—super friendly, funny, really knows his stuff, and always checked in to see if we were happy. Loved the bays, kayaking and swimming were a blast, and cruising through the caves on a paddle boat was so cool. The food on board was top notch and service was spot on, plus the cooking class was a fun bonus. The bus ride had some neat stops, like the pearl/art place and bamboo spot. All in all, gorgeous places, lots to do, and awesome food—Victor really made the difference, he deserves the shoutout. Highly recommend this trip!
3 weeks ago
Spending a night on La Pandora Cruises was honestly one of the best things we did in Vietnam. The bay views are unreal—totally untouched—and the crew couldn’t have been more welcoming. Our guide, Hung (Kevin), brought so much energy and made everybody laugh, plus he told us cool stuff about Vietnam’s culture and the area. The food was excellent. The schedule was just the right mix—kayaking around those wild limestone formations, gliding through Dark and Bright Cave in a bamboo boat, catching the sunset, and even taking part in a cooking session. If you want a peaceful but exciting break from the usual crowds, I really think La Pandora Cruises with Kevin is a great choice.
Last week
Did a 2-day, 1-night cruise with La Pandora around Ha Long Bay and it was incredible. The boat itself looked great and our room was tidy and comfy. The scenery was something else—just gorgeous everywhere you looked. We loved the activities most—kayaking and swimming were so fun, caves were cool to see, and watching the sunset from the boat was unreal. The meals were super tasty and everything ran really smoothly. Victor, who led our group, deserves a shoutout for being approachable, helpful, and always around if anyone needed anything. He explained things well and kept it fun for all. Easily one of the best parts of our Vietnam getaway—totally recommend it!
2 weeks ago
I stumbled onto this trip while sorting out my Vietnam vacation and it turned out to be one of my favorite parts of the whole visit. The whole thing ran super smoothly from pickup all the way through, and our group especially appreciated how Eric, our travel master (a.k.a. tour guide), kept us on track. Big thanks to the La Pandora gang and a shoutout to Mr Ric for making it such a good memory. Eric stayed calm and friendly the whole time and knew lots about the places we stopped at, so we learned a ton. There are some inside jokes and phrases you’ll only pick up if you go with La Pandora – my top thing was the so-called 'Happy water'!

What to bring

Bring a digital or printed voucher and a valid passport or valid photo ID.

Carry swimwear, sun protection, comfortable footwear, and any personal essentials needed for water activities and village visits.

For the 3D2N itinerary, trekking shoes and mosquito repellent are recommended.

What's not allowed

Outside food and beverages may be restricted on board.

Accessibility

This experience includes boat transfers, kayaking, bamboo boat rides, cycling (3D2N itinerary), and village exploration. Guests should be comfortable participating in light outdoor activities.

Additional information

The itinerary may change due to weather, sea conditions, or operational requirements.

Passenger details may be required before departure for cruise registration.

Wi-Fi is available on board, though connectivity may be affected while cruising.

Meals include Vietnamese and international cuisine, with dedicated Indian halal and vegetarian menu options available.

The operator will contact you via email or WhatsApp with your tour and departure details after booking.

Cabin occupancy and child policy

Cabins are designed for 2 adults and can accommodate an additional adult or child with an extra bed.

2 adults and 1 infant (0–4 years) may share a cabin, with the infant sharing existing bedding free of charge.

2 adults and 1 child (5–11 years) may share the same bed.

An additional child requires a Child ticket.

Groups of 2 adults and 2 children, or 4 adults, require two cabins.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.