From Hanoi: Day Cruise Discover the Beauty of Bai Tu Long Bay

Hanoi, Vietnam
Duration12h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 35 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Embark on a one-day cruise to Bai Tu Long Bay, a hidden gem neighboring the famous Ha Long Bay yet far less crowded. Sail aboard a boutique Indochine-style vessel designed for comfort and charm, perfect for small groups seeking a more intimate journey. Discover the bay’s highlights, from the mystical Thien Canh Son Cave to serene kayaking spots surrounded by limestone karsts. This off-the-beaten-path route, combined with warm and attentive service, offers an authentic glimpse into the bay’s natural wonders and local culture. A day on Bai Tu Long Bay promises not just sightseeing, but a truly unforgettable Vietnam experience.

What's included

  • Delicious Lunch on board with vietnamese traditional dishes
  • Activities: Kayaking, Sightseeing
  • Entrance Fees & Sightseeing tickets
  • Welcome drink
  • Friendly English Speaking Guide on cruise
  • Discover Bai Tu Long Bay: 5.5 Hours Small Group Cruise
  • Limousine Transfer roundtrip Hanoi - Halong. pick up and drop off in Hanoi Old Quarter Area
  • Personal Expenses & Beverages
  • Holiday surcharge & All other services not clearly mentioned above

What to expect

  1. Old Quarter
    2h 30m · Admission ticket included
    8:00 - 8:20 AM: Our driver will pick you up at hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter Area. Please wait in the hotel lobby from 8:00 AM. Due to traffic conditions, we aim to pick you up as soon as possible.
  2. 30m
    11h30 AM: Arrive at Halong International Port, the crew warmly welcomes you aboard.
  3. Bai Tu Long Bay
    4h · Admission ticket included
    11:50-12:00: Welcome you to Ha Long International Harbor, start your exciting journey to Bai Tu Long Bay.
    12:30 – 13:30: Lunch on board, you will be served local Vietnamese food with a special Ha Long seafood menu (Vegetarian food is available)
    The cruise sails to Mat Quy islet and Teapot islet. It’s your time to relax and enjoy the beautiful limestone seascape while passing through the bay.
  4. Thien Canh Son Cave
    1h · Admission ticket included
    14:00 – 14:30: Discover Thien Canh Son Cave and explore the bay by kayaking.

    Thien Canh Son cave is in Hon Co Island, Cong Do area (Bai Tu Long Bay), to reach the cave, you will climb up to 100 steps to the mountain. From that point, there would be a panoramic view of Bai Tu Long Bay, an opportunity for photography. Inside the cave, there are two caverns connected by a small passageway, and each cavern has unique stalactites and stalagmites that you will be amazed by.

    15:00
    Back to the boat.
    Relax on board and sail to Dragon’s Head islet, then turn to Toad islet, toward the harbor.

    17:30: Disembark and say goodbye to the crew.
  5. Old Quarter
    2h 30m · Admission ticket included
    Our driver ready at the port and welcome you get on the limousine to transfer you return Hanoi Old Quarter around 20:00 - 20:30 AM, thank you to enjoy your trip and see you in the next journey!

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We will pick up all the guests at the hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter or Hanoi Opera House if you stay outside. Kindly provide the hotel name and address in Hanoi Old Quarter for pick-up arrangements.

Additional information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We can accommodate dietary needs such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements. Please kindly indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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