Private Cabin Aboard Charming Junk
Air-conditioned cabin with private en-suite bathroom, hot shower, sea-view portholes, and quality bedding.

This three-day maritime journey offers complete immersion in the grandiose limestone karst seascapes of the Gulf of Tonkin, pairing a magical overnight cruise aboard a traditional junk in Lan Ha Bay with a relaxing seaside island stay on Cat Ba.
Featuring sea kayak explorations through the marine tunnels of Vung Kiem Lam, swimming on the secluded sandy beaches of Ba Trai Dao, night squid fishing, and relaxation in an oceanfront island hotel, enjoy an unforgettable marine adventure away from crowded tourist routes.
Morning pickup from your hotel in Hanoi in a private vehicle heading toward Cat Ba Island. Upon reaching the pier, board a charming traditional wooden junk. Warm welcome by the captain and crew as you settle into your private cabin.
The junk sets sail into Lan Ha Bay, crossing an extensive floating fishing village comprising hundreds of raft dwellings. Glide through a limestone labyrinth of dramatic karst pinnacles cloaked in highland greenery.
Anchor for lunch followed by swimming time on the wild beaches of Ba Trai Dao ("The Three Peaches"). In the afternoon, cruise toward Hang Ca where you board kayaks to paddle through semi-submerged sea caverns opening onto serene lagoons enclosed by limestone walls.
At dusk, the boat anchors in a tranquil, sheltered cove. Relax on the upper sun deck with a drink before enjoying a gourmet seafood dinner. Evening at leisure with an introduction to traditional night squid fishing with the crew.
Driving: approx. 120 km (2.5 hours). Lunch and dinner on board. Overnight on board the junk in a private cabin.
Awaken at sunrise to watch dawn light illuminate towering rocky pinnacles rising from morning mist. Enjoy breakfast on deck surrounded by sublime natural beauty.
The junk navigates toward the secluded realm of Vung Kiem Lam. Hop into kayaks to explore a fascinating network of sea caves and natural stone archways carved over eons by marine erosion.
Return on board for lunch as the junk glides gently back to the harbor. Disembark on Cat Ba Island around midday and transfer to your hotel.
Spend the afternoon at leisure relaxing on the white sand beaches of Cat Co or exploring the island's bustling waterfront. Dinner at leisure in one of the lively coastal seafood restaurants.
Lunch on board included. Dinner at leisure and overnight at hotel on Cat Ba Island.
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. Morning at leisure to take advantage of hotel amenities, swim in the sea, or take a scenic stroll along coastal cliffside pathways overlooking the bay.
Discover secluded coves and pristine sandy beaches hidden between marble cliffs, revealing the pure, untouched marine beauty of the archipelago.
In the afternoon, rejoin your French-speaking guide and private vehicle for the comfortable highway return to Hanoi, arriving in the capital in the late afternoon with drop-off at your hotel.
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Originaire de Nam Dinh, berceau de traditions au cœur du delta du fleuve Rouge, j’ai grandi avec un amour viscéral pour le Vietnam : pour la poésie de ses paysages — des pitons karstiques du Nord aux méandres fertiles du Mékong —, mais surtout pour l’infinie bonté, le sourire et la résilience de son peuple.
Du souffle majestueux des pitons calcaires du Tonkin à la douceur nonchalante des arroyos du Mékong, le Vietnam est une terre de contrastes poétiques. Mon bonheur est de vous ouvrir les portes de nos adresses confidentielles et de dessiner pour vous un itinéraire fluide, vivant et profondément humain.
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The junk drops anchor for the night in a quiet cove protected from wind and waves, guaranteeing peaceful, sound sleep amidst the serene silence of the bay.
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