1-Day Explore Halong Bay With Cave, Kayaking And Swimming
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At a glance
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Price from
- $50 / person
- Location
- Hanoi, Vietnam
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 68 reviews
- Languages
- VI, EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 99
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Old Quarter Travel
Description
This is one of the most popular Halong Bay day tours, ideal for travelers who have only one day but still want to experience the highlights of the classic 2-day, 1-night cruise route. During the trip, you'll visit Sung Sot Cave, the largest and most spectacular cave in Halong Bay, relax or swim at Titop Island, and hike to the summit for one of the most breathtaking panoramic views of the bay. You'll also have the opportunity to kayak or take a bamboo boat through Luon Cave, surrounded by stunning limestone mountains and emerald waters. Carefully designed to maximize sightseeing while minimizing travel time, this tour lets you experience the very best of Halong Bay in a single day.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 8:30 AM and 12:00 PM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 9
- Adult (ages 18–65)
- $50
- Senior (ages 66+)
- $50
- Youth (ages 8–17)
- $50
- Child (ages 4–7)
- $38
- Infant (ages 0–3)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Old Quarter
08h00 – 09h00: Our Tour guide will pick up you at the hotel in Ha Noi Old Quarter then depart to Halong Bay by Expressway Transfer.
Halong Bay
12h00 – 12h30: Arrive Tuan Chau Harbor. We will take you on 5+ hours journey via 2 day-sleeper boat cruise route which renowned for its striking, passages uninhabited islets and outcrops have been given imaginative names by the locals, due to their perceived shapes while having Buffet lunch on boat.
Sung Sot Cave
14h00: You will visit Surprising Cave to see a lot of stalagmites and stalagtiles with different shapes of sea lives.
Hang Luon Cave
15h00: Then do kayaking or bamboo boat in Luon Cave to discover the beautiful Lagoon.
Ti Top Island
15h45: Visit Titop Island with sandy beach to the towering limestone mountain with excellent backdrop of the Bay, and climb up Titop Peak for a panoramic view of the bay like paradise.
Halong Bay
16h30: Back to the boat and return to the harbor
Hanoi
18h00 – 18h30: We get on bus to back Hanoi by Expressway, have a short break for 20-30 minutes. 20h45 – 21h15: Arrive at the hotel in Ha Noi Old Quarter. Trip ends.
What's included
Included
Bottled water on the bus (Excluded if you book the options FROM HALONG)
Lunch
Transportation (Excluded if you book the options FROM HALONG)
Kayaking OR Bamboo Boat (only choose one)
Boat in Halong bay
Not included
Beverages
Travel insurance, tax
Tips for tour guide and personal expenses
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick up all customers from Hanoi old quarter area
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
68 reviews
How it compares in Hanoi
- Starting price $50 is 37% below the typical $80 for tours of similar length in Hanoi
Excurgo comparison of 9,003 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Ha Long Bay is so beautiful and it's crowded every day, especially in summer and weekends
- Follow up the policy of Halong bay administration about environment, they don't allow to bring plastic bottle water to the boat & visit spots. But tourists can bring multi-use bottle/ glass bottle/ thermos bottle...Or you can leave your plastic water bottle in your bag to pass the gate!
- Sometimes, you will see garbages on Ha Long Bay due to changes in flowing water and tides, garbages from other places come to to Ha Long Bay. Government, local people, travel companies... are trying their best to clean up Ha Long Bay.
- Tipping is entirely optional. You are under no obligation to tip, even if asked by locals. We provide this advice to help you avoid any inconvenience.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does 1-Day Explore Halong Bay With Cave, Kayaking And Swimming take?
1-Day Explore Halong Bay With Cave, Kayaking And Swimming lasts about 12 hours. The itinerary has 7 stops.
How much does 1-Day Explore Halong Bay With Cave, Kayaking And Swimming cost?
Prices start at $50 per person for this Hanoi experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does 1-Day Explore Halong Bay With Cave, Kayaking And Swimming run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:30 AM and 12:00 PM.
How much does 1-Day Explore Halong Bay With Cave, Kayaking And Swimming cost for children?
Children aged 4–7 pay from $38, adults from $50. Infants go free.
Can I cancel 1-Day Explore Halong Bay With Cave, Kayaking And Swimming for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. We pick up all customers from Hanoi old quarter area Pickup points include Splendid Jupiter Hotel, Golden Silk Boutique Hotel.
What languages is 1-Day Explore Halong Bay With Cave, Kayaking And Swimming offered in?
The experience is available in VI, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 99 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is 1-Day Explore Halong Bay With Cave, Kayaking And Swimming worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 68 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Old Quarter Travel.
Reviews(68)
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