- Sleep on a private island, right by the beach
- Private boat transfers from Tran Chau harbour
- Hang Thung cave and a trek through primeval forest to Freedom rock cliffs
- Sunset party with drinks and fresh fruit
- Dinner on the beach, campfire, billiards and happy hour
The One Island Escape 2 Days 1 Night – Private Island near Cat Ba & Lan Ha Bay
- Ha Long Bay
- 2 days
- Small group
- Hotel pickup
A night on a private island near Cat Ba: a private boat from Tran Chau harbour, beach time, kayaking and swimming, Hang Thung cave, a forest trek to Freedom rock cliffs, a sunset party and dinner on the beach.
Day by day
- 1
8:00–8:30
Day 1 · Setting off
Pick-up in Hanoi Old Quarter
Our guide and bus collect you from your hotel and drive on the Hanoi – Hai Phong expressway and the Got ferry to Tran Chau harbour on Cat Ba Island.
- 2
11:15–12:30
Day 2 · Island bound
Private boat to the island
Tran Chau is a working fishing port and storm shelter. Then a private boat to The One Island Escape for a welcome drink and a briefing from the island manager. Travelling independently? Be at Tran Chau harbour before 11:30.
- 3
12:45–14:00
Day 3 · Settling in
Lunch and check-in
Lunch of local seafood dishes, then collect your room key.
- Meals:
- Lunch
- 4
14:00–15:30
Day 4 · Beach time
Free time on the island
Drinks at the outdoor bar, a walk on the beach, billiards, beach volleyball or a rest in your room.
- 5
15:30
Day 5 · Into the rock
Hang Thung cave (tide permitting)
A 10-minute boat ride to the cave entrance and a short climb to the top of a cavern shaped by the sea over millions of years. Not possible on high-tide days.
- 6
16:30
Day 6 · Adventure
Forest trek to Freedom rock cliffs
A 45–60 minute trek with island staff through primeval forest to the Freedom rock cliffs, then swimming, kayaking or volleyball. Bring sports shoes and mosquito spray.
- 7
17:30–20:30
Day 7 · Golden hour
Sunset party and beach dinner
Drinks and fresh fruit with music at sunset, then dinner on the beach under the lights.
- Meals:
- Dinner
- 8
21:00–23:00
Day 8 · Island night
Happy hour, billiards and campfire
Buy two drinks, get one free at the bar, plus music, billiards, table tennis and a walk on the beach. Sleep to the sound of the waves.
- Overnight:
- The One Island Escape
- 9
5:30–10:00
Day 9 · Morning
Sunrise and brunch buffet
Watch the sunrise, then a combined breakfast and lunch buffet.
- Meals:
- Brunch
- 10
10:15–15:30
Day 10 · Homeward
Check-out and return to Hanoi
Check out and settle any extras at the bar. The private boat takes you back to Tran Chau harbour at 11:00, and the bus drops you at your Old Quarter hotel around 15:30.
What's included
- Shuttle bus from Hanoi Old Quarter
- Private boat transfers between Tran Chau harbour and the island
- Welcome drink
- Room on the island
- 1 bottle of water per person in the room
- 3 meals: 1 lunch, 1 dinner, 1 breakfast-and-lunch buffet
- Swimming, kayaking and billiards
- Trek to the rock cliffs
- Ticket insurance and service fees
Not included
- Drinks from the menu
- Other services and personal expenses
- VAT (8% surcharge only if you need a VAT invoice)
Good to know
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 1 day before your trip: cancel at least 24 hours before the start date and time and we refund the full amount to the card or account you paid with. Cancellations less than 1 day before the start, and no-shows, are not refunded.
What to bring
- Sports or climbing shoes
- Mosquito spray
- Swimwear
Notes
- Hang Thung cave is only possible when the tide allows.
Meeting point
Your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter (8:00–8:30), or Tran Chau harbour, Cat Ba, before 11:30.
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