From Hanoi: Halong Bay 1 Day Cruise with Kayak & Titop Island

Hanoi, Vietnam
Duration9h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 100 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Discover the UNESCO World Heritage beauty of Halong Bay on a seamless. Travel quickly and comfortably via the modern expressway (saving 2 hours round-trip). Board a modern luxury cruise to sail past thousands of towering limestone karsts. Marvel at the magical chambers of Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave, paddle a kayak or bamboo boat through Hang Luon, hike Titop Island for panoramic 360-degree views, savor a lavish Vietnamese buffet lunch, and unwind with a scenic Sunset Party.

Highlights:
Fast transfer via modern expressway between Hanoi and Halong Bay (only 2.5 hours).
Cruise past iconic limestone karsts aboard a modern, spacious luxury day boat.
Explore Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave — the largest and most magnificent cavern on the bay.
Kayak independently or ride a local bamboo rowed boat through serene Luon Cave.
Hike to the peak of Titop Island for iconic panoramic photos or swim at the beach.
Indulge in a freshly prepared Vietnamese buffet lunch with seafood delicacies on board

What's included

  • Kayaking or bamboo boat
  • Entrance fees
  • -Helpful English speaking tour guide.
  • Round-trip transportation (limousine/comfortable vehicle)
  • Vietnamese buffet lunch
  • Cruise experience in Ha Long Bay
  • Hotel pick-up & drop-off (Hanoi Old Quarter)
  • -Other meals not mentioned in itinerary.

What to expect

  1. Hanoi
    3h
    Stop 1: Hanoi Old Quarter Pickup & Expressway Transfer
    Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes | Admission: Free
    Description: Pick up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter (8:00 AM – 8:45 AM). Enjoy a comfortable transfer in a modern AC vehicle via the new expressway to Halong Bay with a short comfort break along the way.
  2. Hạ Long Bay
    30m
    Stop 2: Tuan Chau Marina & Welcome On Board
    Duration: 30 minutes | Admission: Free
    Description: Arrive at Tuan Chau International Marina (11:30 AM). Board your luxury day cruise, receive safety briefings from your guide, and sip a complimentary welcome drink as the boat begins sailing into the bay.
  3. Hạ Long Bay
    1h
    Stop 3: Buffet Lunch Cruise past Iconic Karsts
    Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes | Admission: Included
    Description: Savor a sumptuous buffet lunch featuring fresh seafood and traditional Vietnamese dishes while cruising past famous islets including Stone Dog, Incense Burner, and Fighting Cocks.
  4. Sung Sot Cave
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Stop 4: Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave Exploration
    Duration: 1 hour | Admission: Included
    Description: Walk up shaded stone steps to discover the massive stalactites and stalagmites inside Sung Sot Cave — the most spectacular and expansive cavern in Halong Bay.
  5. Hang Luon Cave
    2m · Admission ticket included
    Stop 5: Hang Luon (Kayak or Bamboo Boat) & Titop Island
    Duration: 2 hours | Admission: Included
    Description: Choose to paddle a double kayak yourself or ride a bamboo rowboat through the tranquil lagoon of Luon Cave. Head to Titop Island to swim at the crescent sandy beach or hike 400 stone steps to the summit for iconic 360-degree panoramic views.
  6. Hanoi
    3h
    Stop 6: Sunset Party & Expressway Return to Hanoi
    Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes | Admission: Free
    Description: Relax on the cruise sundeck for a delightful Sunset Party with complimentary tea, wine, and tropical fruits as the sun sets over the limestone mountains. Disembark at the marina and travel back via expressway, arriving at your Hanoi hotel around 8:00 PM – 8:30 PM.

Meeting and pickup

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Pickup details

We will pick up and drop off at hotel in Ha Noi Old Quarter or meeting point at Operahouse Ha Noi

Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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