Vietnam · Cruise & Sailing

From Hanoi: Tranquil Day Cruise through Bai Tu Long Bay

12 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Hanoi. Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Full-day cruise to the quieter Bai Tu Long Bay from Hanoi
  • 02 Enjoy a Vietnamese lunch with a special Ha Long seafood menu
  • 03 Explore Thien Canh Son Cave and climb for panoramic bay views
  • 04 Kayak through the bay’s limestone scenery
  • 05 Sail past Mat Quy islet, Teapot islet, Dragon’s Head islet, and Toad islet
  • 06 Round-trip limousine transfer from Hanoi included
  • 07 English-speaking guide on cruise
  • 08 A peaceful alternative to the busier Ha Long Bay routes

Escape the crowds on a full-day cruise to Bai Tu Long Bay, a quieter side of northern Vietnam’s famous limestone seascapes. Travelling from Hanoi, you’ll board for a scenic journey past striking islets, enjoy a Vietnamese lunch on board, and take in the peaceful beauty of the bay from the water.

The day includes time to explore Thien Canh Son Cave, climb for panoramic views, and experience the bay more closely by kayaking. With round-trip limousine transfer, an English-speaking guide, and entrance fees included, this is a relaxed and rewarding way to discover Bai Tu Long Bay in a single day.

Escape the crowds on a full-day cruise to Bai Tu Long Bay, a quieter side of northern Vietnam’s famous limestone seascapes.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 12 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Halong, Hanoi
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

8:00 - 8:20 AM: The 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.11h30 AM: Arrive at Halong International Port, the crew will warmly welcomes you aboard.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.

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.

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.The 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!

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Hanoi. 2 cities · 12 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Limousine Transfer roundtrip Hanoi - Halong
  • Discover Bai Tu Long Bay: 5.5 Hours
  • Welcome drink & Delicious Lunch
  • Activities: Kayaking/Bamboo Boat, Sightseeing
  • English Speaking Guide on cruise
  • Entrance Fees

What's Not Included

  • Personal Expenses & Beverages
  • Holiday surcharge & All other services not clearly mentioned above

Know before you go

  • PASSPORT REQUIRED
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • 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.
  • 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.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Hanoi.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Hanoi.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 12 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Hanoi..

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