Halong Bay & Cat Ba Islands Travel Guide

Vietnam Recognized as World's Leading Heritage Destination for 6 Consecutive Years

On November 24, 2024, at the World Travel Awards (WTA) ceremony in Madeira, Portugal, Vietnam was honored as the "World's Leading Heritage Destination" for the 6th consecutive year. This remarkable achievement saw Vietnam surpass strong contenders like Armenia, Brazil, Egypt, Greece, Japan, and Saudi Arabia.

Cat Ba Island information

Cat Ba island is located on the southeastern side of the UNESCO Heritage of Ha Long Bay, in Hai Phong City, which has long been seen as an overlooked destination for the locals yet a stunning must-visit spot for all sorts of travellers to Northern Vietnam.

Experience the serene magic of world famous Halong Bay with 2 days 1 night onboard

The boats built in traditional and elegant style. With spacious cabins, tastefully furnished, its topside bar, a gourmet restaurant and a relaxed sundeck in fresh air, not to mention extraordinary levels of service.

Halong Bay Cruises: Before you go

Before you depart for your Halong Bay cruise, there are a few things you should be sure to do.

During The Halong Bay Cruise

During your cruise you will have the option to join a number of activities, depending on your specific itinerary and local conditions

Halong Market

Coming to Halong market, tourists can buy handicrafts as gifts or enjoy some snacks very attractive here.

Unwind on a Halong Bay overnight cruise

One of the reasons that make Halong Bay a top choice for the holiday break is the peace and relaxation throughout the trip.

Halong Bay Travel Season

There are two peak seasons on Halong Bay: June & July for local and Asian travellers and December to February for tourists from frigid and temperate zone.

Halong Bay & Cat Ba Islands Over View

No trip to northern Vietnam would be complete without visiting Halong Bay (Vinh Ha Long), one of the natural wonders of the world and truly one of the most stunning places in Southeast Asia.