Amanda Luxury Cruise

Nestled among hundreds of limestone islets in the heart of Lan Ha Bay, Tra Bau is one of the most tranquil and breathtakingly beautiful areas in the region. Blessed by nature with crystal-clear emerald waters, soft sandy shores, and towering limestone cliffs, Tra Bau paints a picture of both majesty and serenity.

Once home to traditional floating fishing villages, Tra Bau was where local fishermen anchored their boats, farmed seafood, and lived in harmony with the sea. Today, it remains largely untouched – a peaceful haven where visitors can still sense the rhythm of life moving gently with the tides and the whisper of the wind.

A visit to Tra Bau invites you to paddle your kayak through narrow limestone passages, discover hidden lagoons embraced by sheer cliffs, or simply immerse yourself in the cool, clear waters and let your mind drift with the ocean breeze. For photography lovers, every angle here is a masterpiece — where the golden light of late afternoon dances across the water like silver, creating a dreamlike, ethereal scene.

More than just a stop on the journey, Tra Bau is a moment of reflection — a place to rediscover inner peace, where the noise of the world fades away and one can feel truly connected to the pure, timeless beauty of Lan Ha Bay.

Located about 13 kilometers from Cat Ba town, Hospital Cave is one of the most remarkable and historically significant sites hidden deep within the limestone mountains of the island. Built in the 1960s, this cave once served as a secret field hospital for the northern battlefront during the Vietnam War.

The cave’s structure is an extraordinary feat of engineering, featuring 17 functional rooms including operating theaters, patient wards, meeting rooms, and water storage areas — all meticulously designed within the natural rock formations. With its cleverly disguised entrance and solid, bomb-resistant construction, the cave provided a safe haven during intense aerial bombardments.

More than half a century later, Hospital Cave remains almost perfectly preserved. Its tunnels, stairways, water tanks, and chambers stand as a powerful testament to the ingenuity, courage, and resilience of the Vietnamese people during wartime.
Today, Hospital Cave is not only a symbolic historical landmark, but also a unique cultural and educational experience for visitors. As you walk through its cool, dimly lit corridors, you can almost hear echoes of the past — the stories of doctors, soldiers, and patients who lived, worked, and fought here with unwavering spirit.

Amidst the pristine forests of Cat Ba Island, Hospital Cave stands as a poignant reminder of human endurance and compassion — a place that is both heroic and deeply moving.

Guests joining the 3-day, 2-night itinerary with Amanda Luxury Cruise will have the opportunity to explore Viet Hai Village, one of the most memorable highlights of the voyage — where you can immerse yourself in the tranquil rhythm of island life and experience the cultural soul of Lan Ha Bay.
Nestled deep within the Cat Ba National Park and surrounded by lush green valleys and pristine mountains, Viet Hai Village is one of the most unique and enchanting destinations in Lan Ha Bay. Often described as a “timeless island village,” it preserves the simplicity and warmth of a traditional Northern Vietnamese community amid the vast seascape.
In the past, Viet Hai was almost completely isolated from the outside world — accessible only by boat or through forest trekking trails. This seclusion allowed the village to retain its authentic cultural identity: thatched-roof houses, bamboo fences, winding dirt paths, and the gentle smiles of local islanders.
Today, Viet Hai has become a symbol of eco-cultural tourism, where visitors can cycle beneath leafy canopies, visit centuries-old homes, experience traditional farming, and enjoy home-cooked dishes made from local ingredients. Every moment here brings a sense of peace and nostalgia — as if stepping back into a simpler, more harmonious time.
During your luxurious journey aboard Amanda Luxury Cruise, a visit to Viet Hai Village offers the perfect opportunity to slow down and reconnect with nature, discovering a quieter, more authentic side of Lan Ha Bay — rustic, genuine, yet full of life.