From Hanoi: Ha Long Bay Day Cruise with Caves, Kayaking & Lunch

Hanoi, Vietnam
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Duration10h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 49 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Ha Long Bay, one of Vietnam’s most spectacular natural wonders and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, promises an unforgettable journey through dramatic limestone seascapes and emerald waters. This thoughtfully designed experience invites you to discover the bay’s iconic beauty aboard a superior cruise, combining relaxation with exciting activities such as kayaking, bamboo boat rides, scenic cruising, and cave exploration.

Paddle through tranquil waters on a guided kayaking excursion, glide close to towering karst islands, and savor a delicious seafood lunch served onboard. Continue your adventure with a visit to the enchanting Thien Cung Cave (Heaven Palace Cave), renowned for its impressive formations and magical atmosphere. Blending natural wonders, gentle adventure, and attentive service, this cruise offers a memorable way to experience Ha Long Bay up close.

What's included

  • Roundtrip shuttle bus transfer pick up & drop off in Hanoi Old Quarter
  • 4-Hour cruise explore the stunning of Halong Bay
  • Entrance fees & Sightseeing tickets
  • Friendly English speaking guide during the trip
  • Kayaking/Bamboo Boat at Ba Hang Water Cave. Discover Heavenly Palace Grotto
  • Savor delicious lunch with Vietnamese traditional dishes and seafood
  • Personal Expenses & Beverage
  • Holiday surcharge & All other services not clearly mentioned above

What to expect

  1. Old Quarter
    3h · Admission ticket included
    8:00 - 8:30 AM: We will pick up guests at hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter Area. Please ready at your hotel lobby, the guide will come and check your name at receptionist for transfer to Halong Bay by expressway. It takes about 3 hours drive included short break on the way.
  2. Halong Bay
    3h · Admission ticket included
    Bus and tour guide pick you up from hotel/stay and follow the new highway to depart for Tuan Chau Island, Halong City, stopping for a rest on the way. 11:45 – 12:00 pm: Arriving at Tuan Chau international Marina. Then welcome aboard and embark the short cruise briefing. Start cruising slowly to stunning scenery with thousands of limestone mountains and enjoy a lunch with Vietnamese traditional dishes and seafood. You will cruise through the emerald water passing among thousands of limestone islands such as the Dog Stone, the Burning Incense islet...to visit Ba Hang floating village where you have the chance to visit the beauty of Halong Bay by Kayaking or Bamboo boat. You will paddle by yourself with Kayaking (2 people in 1 kayak) or join a group of 4 – 5 people on the bamboo boat with the local rower who brings you to see the gorgeous landscape.
  3. Dong Thien Cung
    1h · Admission ticket included
    You will visit Thien Cung Cave (Heavenly Palace Cave) - one of the largest and the most beautiful cave in Halong Bay. Nestled in the mesmerizing landscapes of Ha Long Bay, Thien Cung Cave stands out for its magnificent and picturesque scenery. Here, you can easily escape the city’s chaos and immerse yourself in an exciting adventure. Read this article for more detailed information and some important local tips you should know for a well-planned Thien Cung grotto trip.
  4. Old Quarter
    3h · Admission ticket included
    At Tuan Chau Marina, you will say good bye crews and Halong Bay then get on transfer back to Hanoi City. After 2,5 hours driving by expressway, we will drop off guests at same hotel/place in Old Quarter between 19h00 PM to 19h45 PM. End trip!

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 stayoutside. Kindly provide the hotel name and address in Hanoi Old Quarter for pick-up arrangements, check your email or WhatsApp once you book the tour to confirm your pick up time.

Additional information

  • 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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