Vietnam · Cruise & Sailing

Halong Bay Luxury Escape: 5-Star Day Cruise & Scenic Discovery

7 Hours Round trip from Hanoi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Cruise through the UNESCO-listed landscapes of Ha Long Bay
  • 02 Enjoy a fresh seafood buffet lunch with traditional Vietnamese dishes
  • 03 Explore Sung Sot Cave, one of the bay’s largest and most beautiful caves
  • 04 Kayak or take a bamboo boat through the serene Luon Cave area
  • 05 Relax or swim at Ti Top Island
  • 06 Unwind on the sundeck with snacks during the sunset party
  • 07 Pass the iconic Fighting Cock Islet during the return cruise

Set sail on a luxurious day cruise through the spectacular seascape of Ha Long Bay, where emerald waters and dramatic limestone islands create one of Vietnam’s most iconic natural settings. This 5-star experience combines scenic cruising, elegant onboard comfort, and immersive stops at some of the bay’s best-known highlights.

Enjoy a welcome drink, a fresh seafood buffet lunch with traditional Vietnamese dishes, and time to explore Sung Sot Cave, Luon Cave by kayak or bamboo boat, and Ti Top Island for relaxing or swimming. Back on board, unwind on the sundeck, take in views of Fighting Cock Islet, and enjoy a sunset party as your cruise returns to port.

Set sail on a luxurious day cruise through the spectacular seascape of Ha Long Bay, where emerald waters and dramatic limestone islands create one of Vietnam’s most iconic natural settings.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Halong, Hanoi
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

9:00 - 9:30 AM | You will board the ship to enjoy a welcome drink and the majestic beauty of thousands of stunning pristine limestone islands floating in the heart of Halong Bay - a UNESCO World Heritage Site.11:15 | You will enjoy a fresh seafood buffet lunch from the famous Halong Bay with traditional Vietnamese dishes while cruising in the magnificent Ha Long Bay, admiring the fascinating nature of Ha Long Bay - World Natural Heritage.

  Stop at Sung Sot Cave -the largest and the most beautiful cave in Halong Bay. After about 200 steps under forest canopy, the entrance of the cave shows up. A paradise of appear in front of you. You will discover the cave before getting back to the cruise (For other tourists whom can’t walk much, you can stay on cruise, chilling out on the sundeck).   Embark on a rowing boat or kayak to explore the serene and secluded valley of Luon Cave. You will have about 45 Minutes for kayaking or bamboo boat

You enjoy about 45 -60 minutes at the Ti Top Island to relax or swim in the refreshing waters of Halong Bay. Ti Top Island holds historical significance, having been chosen as a stopover during President Ho Chi Minh's visit.15:30 | Return to the ship for the Sunset Party, relax in the mini pool on the sundeck, enjoy snacks, and sip a drink to watch the beautiful sunset tenderly, poetically to peace over Halong Bay. Relaxing on the sun deck or photo hunting while the cruise goes passing the Fighting Cock islet - the iconic of Halong Bay.

17:00 - 17:30 | At the end of the journey to explore Ha Long Bay, the ship cruises to Halong International Cruise Port to bring you to the mainland. Thank you very much! See you again!

Note: * Itinerary and time may change without prior notice depending on force majeure, weather conditions, or policies of Ha Long Bay Management Board.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Hanoi 2 cities · 7 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • 7 hours on luxury cruise exploring the beauty of Ha Long Bay
  • Activities: Kayaking or Bamboo Boat, Swimming or Hiking
  • All entrance fees, sightseeing tickets
  • Fresh fruit and snacks during the Sunset Party, Outdoor pool area
  • Welcome drink & Lunch on Cruise
  • English Speaking Guide on cruise

What's Not Included

  • Personal Expenses & Drinks
  • Holiday Surcharge & Other services are not listed 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 restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements. Please indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Hanoi, VN
Tour start
Hanoi, VN
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 7 hours finish where they began, in Hanoi.

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