Vietnam · Cruise & Sailing

Full-Day Ha Long Bay Cruise from Hanoi with Cave and Island Stops

1 Day Round trip from Hanoi Old Quarter Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Cruise through the emerald waters of Ha Long Bay past thousands of limestone islands
02 Explore Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave, the largest and most beautiful grotto in the bay
03 Visit Titop Island for swimming or hike to the peak for panoramic views
04 Try kayaking or a bamboo boat ride at Luon Cave and enjoy sunset tea with fresh fruit

Explore the stunning beauty of Ha Long Bay on this full-day tour from Hanoi. Cruise through thousands of limestone islands, visit the magnificent Sung Sot Cave, and enjoy a buffet lunch on board. Swim or hike at Titop Island, try kayaking or a bamboo boat ride at Luon Cave, and watch the sunset with Vietnamese tea, juice, and fresh fruit. With a professional English-speaking guide and convenient limousine transfers, this tour offers the perfect blend of adventure, relaxation, and unforgettable scenery.

Swim or hike at Titop Island, try kayaking or a bamboo boat ride at Luon Cave, and watch the sunset with Vietnamese tea, juice, and fresh fruit.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Halong, Hanoi

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Ha Long Bay Cruise with Sung Sot Cave and Titop Island

08:00 - 08:50 AM: Hotel pickup - Pick up from your Hanoi Old Quarter hotel for the transfer to Ha Long Bay.
09:00 - 11:30 AM: Drive to Ha Long Bay - Enjoy a comfortable expressway drive with a short rest stop along the way.
11:45 - 12:15 PM: Boarding the Phoenix Cruise - A welcome drink is served as the cruise begins.
12:30 PM: Buffet lunch on board - Enjoy traditional Vietnamese cuisine while cruising past iconic limestone islands like Dog Rock, Incense Burner, and Fighting Cock.
02:00 PM: Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave - Explore the largest and most stunning grotto in Ha Long Bay.
03:20 PM: Luon Cave area - Choose optional kayaking or a bamboo boat ride in hidden lagoons, or relax on board if you prefer.
04:00 PM: Titop Island - Swim or hike to Titop Peak for panoramic views and photos.
04:30 PM: Sunset on the bay - Sip Vietnamese tea and juice, enjoy fresh fruit, and relax while the boat sails back.
05:45 - 06:00 PM: Disembarkation and transfer - Return to Ha Long Harbor and board the limousine back to Hanoi.
08:30 - 09:00 PM: Hotel drop-off - Arrive back at your Hanoi Old Quarter hotel.

Where this trip takes you

Ha Long Bay, Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave, Titop Island

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Hanoi Old Quarter 2 cities · 1 Day

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Round-trip limousine transfer from Hanoi to Halong (pick-up/drop-off inside the Old Quarter; contact the tour operator for pickups outside).
English-speaking guide.
Buffet lunch on the cruise.
Welcome drink.
Teas, fruits, and juice during the sunset party.
All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary.
Kayaking or bamboo boat experience.
Complimentary bottle of water on the limousine journey.