Vietnam · Cruise & Sailing

From Hanoi: Halong Bay aboard the Hercules Premium Luxury Cruise

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

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Full-day Ha Long Bay cruise from Hanoi
  • 02 Explore Sung Sot Cave, one of the bay’s most impressive caves
  • 03 Kayak or take a bamboo boat at Luon Cave
  • 04 Visit Titov Island for panoramic bay views
  • 05 Enjoy a Vietnamese lunch served on board
  • 06 Relax at a sunset party with wine, fries, and fruit
  • 07 Round-trip transfer from Hanoi Old Quarter included

Discover the beauty of UNESCO-listed Ha Long Bay on a full-day cruise from Hanoi aboard the Hercules Premium Luxury Cruise. Travel by road from Hanoi, then sail through emerald waters framed by dramatic limestone formations, sandy beaches, and striking caves.

During the day, explore Sung Sot Cave, enjoy time on the water by kayak or bamboo boat at Luon Cave, and visit Titov Island for sweeping bay views. A Vietnamese lunch is served on board, and the experience ends with a sunset party as you cruise back before returning to Hanoi.

Discover the beauty of UNESCO-listed Ha Long Bay on a full-day cruise from Hanoi aboard the Hercules Premium Luxury Cruise.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 12 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Halong, Hanoi
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

8:00 - 8:30 AM: The shuttle bus will pick you up from Hanoi Old Quarter and transfer to Halong Bay by highway only 2,5 hours.

Enjoy a full-day trip to Ha Long Bay and get immersed in the beauty of the stone mountains, caves, sandy beaches, and more. Board a vehicle from the hotel and enjoy a scenic drive through the green fields.Arrive at the Tuan Chau Habour and cruise through the turquoise waters and amazing rock formations. Soak in the beauty of the surroundings while enjoying a traditional Vietnamese lunch on board.

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).

Take a kayak or bamboo boat to spend some time in the water and discover the stunning Luon Cave.Stop at Titov Island. On this small island, you can climb halfway up the mountain to enjoy a panoramic view of Ha Long Bay. Looking down from high above gives you a wonderful sensation; at the same time offers you a spectacular view of every corner of the bay.

Relax for a while before going back to the boat to enjoy a sunset party with red wine, french fries and fruits. After reaching Ha Long harbor, the driver will transfer you back to Hanoi.8:30 - 9:00 PM: The end trip and drop you back at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter Area.

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

  • 06 Hours Explore Stunning Halong Bay on Luxury 5 Star Cruises
  • All entrance fees for sightseeing: Sung Sot cave, Luon Cave, Titop Island
  • Activities: Kayaking or Rowing Boat, Swimming/Hiking, Cave Exploring
  • Experienced English Speaking Guide with best care
  • Savor a delicious lunch with Seafood and Vietnamese Food
  • Sunset Party onboard to see Halong Bay's Romantic View
  • Limousine Bus pick-up and drop-off from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter

What's Not Included

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

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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