Sightseeing Cruises

Lan Ha Bay: 4-Star La Pandora Cruise

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

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
Sep 2026
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
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!
Sep 2026
Hung was our tour guide for the trip from Hanoi to Ha Long Bay, and we couldn’t have gotten luckier. He was so friendly, really thoughtful, and just on top of things the whole way. He checked in on us a lot and worked hard to make sure we had a comfortable, special time (we were on our honeymoon), so it felt extra memorable. Loved his humor and all the effort he put into making the experience fun. Hung’s a fantastic guide and just an awesome person overall—we’d definitely tell anyone coming to Vietnam to look him up. Big thanks to Hung for making such great memories for us!
Sep 2026
Hung was our tour leader on the journey from Hanoi out to Ha Long Bay, and he honestly made the trip so much better. He was warm, always there when we needed, acted super professional, and kept the vibe relaxed. Since this was our honeymoon, he made an extra effort to help us feel special and we noticed all those small touches. His friendly attitude and sense of humor really made a difference. Hung really knows the area and just made our trip that much more enjoyable. Would recommend him to anyone heading to Vietnam. Thanks for making our honeymoon even better, Hung!
3 weeks ago
Absolutely wild in a good way—this trip was amazing from the very beginning to the last moment. The team organizing things made everything run without a hitch. Cody, our guide, kept things upbeat and made sure everyone was comfortable. He was always available and shared loads of interesting info about the bay that really added to what we were seeing. I honestly can’t think of anything that needed fixing; it was all great. Would absolutely recommend going, especially if you get Cody as your guide.

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.