Ha Long Bay Day Cruise from Hanoi with Kayaking and Lunch
Description
• Escape Hanoi and discover Halong Bay with Sung Sot Cave (Surprise Cave) and kayak at Hang Luon Cave (2 people/kayak). Discover the tranquil Ti Top Island and swim in the blue waters of the crescent-shaped Ti Top beach. • Feel the warm sunshine and the cool breeze while cruising along Ha Long Bay. • Explore the shimmering stalactites embodying unique shapes of the Sung Sot Cave. • Uncover the stunning beauty of the Hang Luon Cave while kayaking on the blue water. • Enjoy a Sunset Party on the boat with light foods. • Swimming at Ti Top beach or trek to the Titop peak for panoramic views.
Tour Options
Itinerary
• 07:20 – 08:20: Our modern Bus and guide will pick you up at Hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter and transfer to Halong Bay via highway (2.5 hours, stop ~15 minutes to restroom) (Option Pick up from Hanoi).
• 11:30AM: Arrival Tuan Chau Port, welcome drink and cruise through the turquoise waters and admire the rock formations, islets: Incense, Bunner, Cock Fighting... Soak in the breathtaking surroundings while enjoying a Vietnamese Lunch on cruise. (Be noted: If you are in Halong City, please choose Option Pick up @Halong Port. And if you prefer to return Hanoi after Halong Bay Trip, kindly add on US$10 per person)
13:30: Explore the beautiful Sung Sot Cave, known as the Surprise Cave - the longest, biggest cave of Ha Long Bay. Admire the shimmering stalactites embodying countless strange and unique shapes.
14:45: Enjoy between kayaking (02 people/kayak) or a traditional bamboo boat (10 people/boat) to Luon Cave glide through the calm waters, admire the towering limestone cliffs, and soak in the serene natural surroundings.
15:45: Feel the warmth of the sunshine as you pass by Titop Island (Dao Titop) and beach. Take a refreshing dip in the water on the beautiful beach or trek to the Titop peak for photos with a panoramic view of the bay.
16:30: Sunset Party on the sundeck with light foods and fruits. Relax on deck and capture breathtaking sunset moments over the majestic Ha Long Bay — the perfect setting to celebrate a birthday with friends or enjoy refreshing drinks at the sunset party with your group while cruise return to the Halong Port
Following your cruise drop off Halong Port 6PM, return to your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter by 9PM. Thank you!!!
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
From July 1, 2026, due to Hanoi's new traffic regulations, buses with more than 16 seats are not permitted to pick up in most areas of the Old Quarter between 6:00-9:00 AM, and drop off between 4:00-7:30 PM. Please make your way to the designated meeting point in Hanoi Old Quarter (walk 2-10 minutes). Your exact pick-up location and time will be confirmed within 24 hours after booking and reconfirmed 24 hours before departure via email or WhatsApp.
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Important Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- For the best experience, please communicate any issues or questions to us and our guide — we are always ready to assist.
- Due to the currents and tides, as well as waste from other places flowing into Ha Long Bay, sometimes you will see garbage in Ha Long Bay. The government, local people, tourism companies... are making efforts every day to clean Ha Long Bay.
- Ha Long Bay is Vietnam’s top destination and it is often crowded every day, special in summer and weekends. However, we always ensure smooth logistics and top-quality service for your best experience.
- Plastic water bottles are provided for free on the bus. However, please do not bring plastic bottles when checking in to the Ha Long Bay cruise, as they are not allowed on board.
- Extra fee: US$10/pax for Lunar New Year Holiday
- From July 1, 2026, due to Hanoi's new traffic regulations, buses with more than 16 seats are not permitted to pick up in most areas of the Old Quarter between 6:00-9:00 AM, and drop off between 4:00-7:30 PM. Please make your way to the designated meeting point. Your exact pick-up location and time will be confirmed within 24 hours after booking and reconfirmed 24 hours before departure via email or WhatsApp.
Reviews(1,431)
Wonderful experience touring Halong Bay. Very comfortable coach bus with AC, wifi and water. Thang, our tour guide, was very knowledgeable and kind. The cruise boat was fabulous with a plentiful and delicious buffet lunch and beautiful, breathtaking jacuzzi. The excursions and options on the tour were very enjoyable. Most recommended for a day tour of Halong Bay. Didn't feel like we missed out on a longer tour. Five stars all the way.
10/10 tour. our Tour guide by the name of Thang was passionate and had positive energy throughout the tour. We girls loved the jacuzzi, the kayaking, cruise ship, cave and not forgetting the beautiful sights of ha long bay. This was such a well planned tour and I recommend it to anyone visiting Hanoi.
Luca amazing day with Lica he had everything in order we. Ome back halingbat next year thank you very much
Great time amazing scenery and the tour guide, staff on the boat were amazing. It is a very long day so u might want to do some local sightseeing the next day.
Excellent tour! Ken was very friendly and knowledgeable, the day goes at a nice pace with time for activities and relaxation, and the boat is well managed.
We had a wonderful experience on our cruise in Ha Long Bay. Our guide, Minh, was very friendly, professional, and attentive throughout the trip. He shared lots of interesting information and made the experience even more enjoyable. We highly recommend him!
Awesome experience. Everything arranged like a clockwork. Well worth the money. Our host Luca was very knowledgeable and funny. I liked his stories and history of Vietnam.
We really enjoyed our trip to Ha Long Bay! Ken was a an amazing tour guide and very funny! Definitely recommend
As one of the 7 natural wonders of the world, Halong Bay is a very popular travel and excursion destination. You have to share Halong Bay with a correspondingly large number of people, and it is already very crowded in places. If you are aware of this and appreciate the effort the team around our guide "Tiger" makes to provide the participants with a well-organized, varied, and beautiful day, then it was a truly successful and great day for us. Although we usually travel more independently, we felt very well taken care of throughout the day and enjoyed all the activities. The food and service on board the ship were also very good. All in all, we have by no means regretted booking this day trip from Hanoi and are happy that we were able to enjoy the beauty of this unique landscape today.
It was so nice your, I could enjoy it fully. Bus was clean and comfortable, morning pick up was very smooth and organized with close communication by whats app message. Cruise was also awesome, staffs were so kind for all services. Lunch buffet was so delicious and many various selection, although drinks (alcohol and beverage) was chargeable. Our guide Mike always took care of us and told clearly tour detail with funny jokes. We were happy to experience this tour with his guide. I can recommend all visitor who wants to enjoy one day tour from Hanoi. I am sure you can be fully satisfied with the tour. （日本語） スムーズなアレンジ、明確な旅程の説明、清潔なバスとクルーズボートは、日本人にも非常にオススメです。加え、飲み物やオプショナルツアーも比較的良心的な値段であるため、そこまでお財布を気にすることなくツアーを楽しめます。ツアーガイドのマイクは全ての乗員を常に気にかけ、完璧なガイドでもてなしてくれました。彼のおかげで非常に楽しい1日になったと感じます。日本からハノイへの旅行で、ハロン湾への日帰りツアーをご検討されている方は、このツアーであればきっと間違いなく最高の経験を過ごせると思います。
