3 Days 2 Nights Beka Premium Cruise - Explore Deeper Into Lan Ha Bay
Beka Premium Cruise 3 days 2 nights on 4 star boutique cruise in Lan Ha Bay operated by Lantern Travel from Cat Ba Island. With only 11 cabins, most departures carry 20-25 guests. Choose an Ocean View cabin with bay-facing windows or a private balcony, all with en-suite bathrooms, air conditioning and hot water.
Guests can board at Cai Beo Cruise Port from Cat Ba at 12:15, or choose transfers from Hanoi, Ninh Binh or Ha Long at 07:00. The cruise returns to the port around 11:45-12:00 on Day 3. Prices start from $239 per adult, with private cabin and transfer options available. Looking for a Cat Ba cruise experience? Explore our Lan Ha Bay cruise options and choose a day trip or overnight journey that fits your itinerary.






Itinerary
Day 1Cai Beo Cruise Port - Lan Ha BayLunch · Dinner
07:00: Pick up at the hotel in Old Quarter to Ben Beo harbor
12:15: Our staff warmly welcomes you at Cai Beo Cruise Port.
12:30-13:00: Settle into your cabin on Beka Premium Cruise, enjoy a welcome drink, and get briefed about the cruise.
13:15-14:30: Relish lunch as we cruise to the enchanting Lan Ha Bay, taking in the mesmerizing formations along the route.
15:00-17:00: As Beka Premium Cruise sails deeper into the bay, we explore either Ba Trai Dao or Dau Be (optional), learn about the geography of the region. There is also the option for kayaking to get up close to the towering limestone karsts or taking a tender boat to navigate through the stunning surroundings. In the warmer temperature, may be swim in the clear and emerald waters. Dive into the tranquility of the bay, either by kayaking or simply lounging on the island's untamed beach.
17:30-19:15: Back to junk for refreshing and enjoying your relaxing time on the sundeck and experience our Vietnamese authentic cooking demonstration before having BBQ dinner on board.
After dinner: Relax on the sundeck or sip drinks at the bar. Free evening or try squid fishing. Overnight on Beka Premium Cruise.
Day 2Lan Ha Bay - Viet Hai VillageBreakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Wake up early to admire the sunrise on the bay in a magical scene around 05:00.
06:30-07:00: Morning exercise with Tai Chi lesson on sundeck
07:30-08:00: Breakfast with morning view of Bay's landscape with a cup of tea or coffee.
08:30-10:00: After breakfast, you visit the village of Viet Hai by bike.
10:00: Walk in the Cat Ba National Park, visit the TIEN DUC cave in the Park and then you arrive in a ancient house to enjoy lunch with locals.
13:30-14:00: return to the pier, Beka Premium Cruise starts sailing to the beautiful Dau Be area.
15:00: Enjoy kayaking or swimming before Beka Premium Cruise heads back to Lan Ha Bay for the night. Enjoy the sunset on sundeck.
19:20: Have dinner and overnight on Beka Premium Cruise.
Free evening or try squid fishing.
Overnight on Beka Premium Cruise.
Day 3Lan Ha Bay - Cai Beo Cruise PortBreakfast · Lunch
This morning you can start your day with a Tai Chi class on the sundeck. Breakfast on board at around 07:00.
08:00: Beka Premium Cruise continues to sail further to Lan Ha Bay, getting as close as possible to the most beautiful islets and rocks. Visit a floating house where locals raise fishes.
10:00: Return the junk. Time for a shower before checking out your cabin when Beka Premium Cruise returns to the Beo pier.
11:45-12:00: Disembark. The end!
Included
- Welcoming drinks
- Pick up & drop off Cat Ba center
- Boutique, en-suite cabin with A/C, hot water
- All meals on board
- Tour guide on board & Taichi lesson.
- Kayaking/bicycle/electric car
- Entrance, ticket, and authorized fees
- Pick up - Drop off Cat Ba: Included transfer pick up and drop off at the hotel in Cat Ba town area
- Pick up Hanoi/ Ninh Binh - Drop off Cat Ba: Included 1 way pick up from Hanoi Old Quarter or Ninh Binh ( Tam Coc) by shuttle bus - drop off at the hotel in Cat Ba town area
- Pick up - Drop off Hanoi/ Ninh Binh: Included 2 ways pick up & drop off Hanoi Old Quarter or Ninh Binh ( Tam Coc) by shuttle bus
- Single Traveler Option: Applied for solo travelers, including a private cabin on board
Not included
- Beverage
- Personal extra.
- Holiday surcharge (30/4, 1/5, 2/9, 24/12, 31/12, 1/1, Lunar New Year)
Good to know
- Free cancellation: Up to 72 hours before departure.
- 50% charge: For cancellations made between 24 and 72 hours before departure.
- 100% charge: For cancellations made within 24 hours of departure
- A group with 2 adults and 1 child: the child under 5 years old is FOC, sharing a bed with parents.
- A group with 2 adults & children: One child under 5 years old is FOC, the other children under 5 years old are charged at 75% based on adult rate, sharing a bed with parents.
- Children from 5 to under 9 years old are charged at 75% based on adult rate, sharing a bed with parents.
- Children from 9 years old are charged at 100% based on adult price.
- Itinerary may be changed depending on weather conditions.
- Guests are requested to submit their passport at least 24 hours prior to the departure for the travel declaration to the port authority.
- The order of sightseeing places is subject to change. However, guests will visit all the places listed in the itinerary.
- Unused services such as meals, sightseeing tours, transport and activities listed in the agenda will not be refunded or exchanged.
- Sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat/cap
- Bikini or swimwear
- Slippers for outdoor activities
- Beka Day Boat - full day on a wooden boat, from $30. For short schedules and budget travelers.
- Beka Premium Cruise 2D1N from $129. The shorter version on the same 4 star boat.
- Beka Adventure 2D1N from $99. Day cruise plus a night in a jungle bungalow in Viet Hai Village.
- Beka Adventure Cruise 3D2N from $239. Same length and price, but one night in a village bungalow and one night on the cruise.
- Halong Bay to Lan Ha Bay Day Tour from Hanoi, from $60. See both bays in one day.
Questions travellers ask
1. What is included in Beka Premium Cruise 3D2N?
Beka Premium Cruise 3D2N includes two nights on board, all meals, a boutique ensuite cabin, a tour guide, Tai Chi lessons, kayaking, cycling, entrance fees and the sightseeing activities listed in the itinerary. Cat Ba hotel pick up and drop off are included with the relevant transfer package.
2. How long is Beka Premium Cruise 3D2N?
The cruise lasts 3 days and 2 nights, with both nights spent on board. It departs from Cai Beo Cruise Port and returns to the pier around 11:45-12:00 on the third day.
3. Where does Beka Premium Cruise 3D2N go?
The cruise explores the deeper areas of Lan Ha Bay, including Dau Be or Ba Trai Dao, Cat Ba National Park, Viet Hai Village and the floating fishing villages. The route reaches quieter parts of the bay that shorter cruises do not have time to visit.
4. Do guests stay on the cruise for both nights?
Yes. Both nights are spent in a private cabin on board the 4 star boat. Unlike Beka Adventure Cruise 3D2N, this itinerary does not include a night in a village bungalow.
5. Does the cruise visit Viet Hai Village?
Yes. On Day 2, guests visit Viet Hai Village by bicycle, walk in Cat Ba National Park, visit Tien Duc Cave and have lunch with a local family.
6. Does the cruise visit Dau Be?
The itinerary visits either Dau Be or Ba Trai Dao on Day 1, depending on the departure. About half of departures go to the Dau Be area. Guests who specifically want Dau Be should confirm before booking.
7. How many guests are on Beka Premium Cruise 3D2N?
Beka Premium Cruise 3D2N sails in small groups of 20 to 25 guests. Activities such as kayaking, cycling and exploring the bay stay easier to manage than on larger cruise groups.
8. Is kayaking included in the cruise?
Yes. Kayaking is included in the itinerary. Guests can kayak around the limestone islands and the calm waters of Lan Ha Bay, subject to weather and local operating conditions.
9. Is swimming included ?
Yes. Swimming stops are included during the cruise, depending on weather and sea conditions. Guests can also relax on the beach or on the sundeck.
10. Is this cruise suitable for families with children?
Yes. Families are welcome. Because the trip lasts three days and two nights, it suits families whose children are comfortable spending longer periods on a boat and taking part in outdoor activities.
11. What should I bring for Beka Premium Cruise 3D2N?
Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat or cap, swimwear and comfortable slippers. A dry bag is useful for protecting phones and electronics during kayaking.
12. Is Wi-Fi available throughout the cruise?
Wi-Fi can be limited, especially when the cruise sails farther from Cat Ba Island. Travelers should expect periods with little or no connection.
13. What is the difference between Beka Premium Cruise 2D1N and 3D2N?
Beka Premium Cruise 3D2N adds one more day and night on the bay, with more time around Cat Ba National Park, Viet Hai Village, Dau Be and other quieter areas. Beka Premium Cruise 2D1N is the better choice for travelers with a shorter schedule.
14. Who operates Beka Premium Cruise 3D2N?
Beka Premium Cruise 3D2N is operated directly by Lantern Travel Company Limited, a Vietnam tour operator with offices in Hanoi and on Cat Ba Island. The cruise is part of the Beka Lan Ha Bay Tours line.
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