How to get from Halong to Cat Ba Island?

By Ngoc Nguyen - September 10, 2024
How to get from Halong to Cat Ba Island?

What do you think about the combination of Halong Cat Ba tourism? In just one trip, you can explore two wonderful destinations in theNorth of Vietnam. So what are you waiting for without saving our shares in the article below?

1. Introduction to Halong Cat Ba 

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Halong Cat Ba tourism is increasingly attracting domestic and foreign tourists because of its cool climate, beautiful beaches, convenient services and many attractive activities and games. For those who love the sea and the forest, this will be an interesting eco-tourism destination. The weather is pleasant, and the air is fresh all year round, so tourists can come here at almost any time.

Halong belongs to Quang Ninh province, about 180km from Hanoi, known as the tourist paradise of the North. The system of rocky mountains and the enchanting landscape of the bay that nature has bestowed has helped Ha Long Bay become a national heritage of Vietnam and recognized by UNESCO as a world natural heritage.

Mentioning Cat Ba is mentioning an island belonging to Cat Hai island district, Hai Phong Province. The island is located far off the coast of Hai Phong, 30km from Hai Phong City and 25km South of Ha Long Bay.

Cat Ba Island has the poetic beauty of one of the most beautiful tourist islands near Ha Long Bay. The distance from Ha Long to Cat Ba is also very convenient, just need to go through Tuan Chau transit port. That is the reason why in recent years, Cat Ba - Ha Long tourism has been increasingly developed and promoted.

2. The right time to travel to Ha Long - Cat Ba

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Ha Long - Cat Ba is not only a place with islands but also countless entertainment opportunities, so you can come here at any time of the year. However, the best time to visit Cat Ba Ha Long is in the summer.

The climate of the two sea areas is quite cool from April to October, which is ideal for relaxing and swimming. Especially in the months of May, June, and July, Ha Long - Cat Ba is often crowded with tourists, because this is the time to avoid the heat. Traveling at this time, you will see that most of the tourists are Vietnamese because summer is the most developed season for Vietnamese sea tourism.

3. Travel to Cat Ba from Ha Long

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You can combine a cruise tour of Ha Long Bay and then go to Cat Ba Island, but you have to ask the cruise owner in advance to buy a ticket to Cat Ba.

From Ha Long City, you can take the Tuan Chau Ferry (there is a sign on Tuan Chau Island) - to Gia Luan Wharf (Gia Luan commune, Cat Ba) - then go across the island to the center of the Cat Ba tourist area. This is the route to Cat Ba by car and motorbike.

According to the experience of traveling to Cat Ba Island, each type of vehicle has different advantages. In particular, traveling to Cat Ba by motorbike or car is quite convenient and you have 2 options: Dinh Vu Ferry Terminal (Hai Phong), or Tuan Chau Ferry Terminal (Ha Long). In particular, along the car route to Cat Ba Island, you can also admire the beautiful scenery.

You can rent a motorbike or a car to go to Cat Ba. In addition, there are also bus and taxi options, you can consider to make a choice that suits your budget.

Previously, traveling to Cat Ba required three days to relax, but with more convenient travel, you can spend about two days.

Suggested two-day itinerary:

Day 1: Travel to Cat Ba - Cat Co beach - Cannon Fort
Day 2: Take a boat to Lan Ha Bay, Monkey Island, Cai Beo Fishing Village

You can buy a Cat Ba tour here. Wishing you a fun and memorable trip!

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>> Travel to Halong Bay: Complete Guide

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