Written by the Beka Travel guide team on Cat Ba Island. We run this exact Cat Ba island itinerary for 3 days most weeks of the year, so the timings below are the ones our guides work to, not an estimate from a map.

Last updated: 31 July 2026

Three days is the sweet spot for a Cat Ba island trip. It gives you enough time to cruise Lan Ha Bay, trek through the national park, and still have a lazy beach afternoon before you leave. This Cat Ba itinerary mixes an adventure tour pace with room to slow down.