Vietnam · Cruise & Sailing

Hanoi to Ha Long Bay: 5-Star Luxury Cruise with Kayaking

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

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Cruise Ha Long Bay on a 5-star day boat with spacious decks and scenic views
  • 02 Visit Sung Sot Cave, one of the bay’s largest and most beautiful caves
  • 03 Choose between kayaking or a bamboo boat ride at Luon Cave
  • 04 Stop at Ti Top Island for swimming or panoramic bay views
  • 05 Enjoy a buffet lunch with seafood and Vietnamese dishes on board
  • 06 Relax on the sundeck with a sunset party, tea, fresh fruits, and snacks
  • 07 Round-trip transfer from Hanoi Old Quarter included

Escape Hanoi for a full-day luxury cruise through the spectacular seascapes of Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its emerald waters and dramatic limestone islands. Travel by expressway to the harbor, then board a 5-star cruise for a scenic journey with buffet lunch, sweeping bay views, and time to relax on deck.

Along the way, discover some of Ha Long Bay’s best-known highlights, including Sung Sot Cave, Luon Cave, and Ti Top Island. Paddle by kayak or take a bamboo boat ride, enjoy a swim or a short climb for panoramic views, and unwind with a sunset party before returning to Hanoi in the evening.

Escape Hanoi for a full-day luxury cruise through the spectacular seascapes of Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its emerald waters and dramatic limestone islands.

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

7:45 - 8:10 AM: Pick up at hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter, depart to Halong Bay by Expressway transfer. Please ready all thing at hotel lobby, tour guide and driver will come to the hotel check guest’s name at the receptionist then transfer to Halong Bay by expressway (Time is about 2.5 hours drive to Halong Bay) 11h30 - 12:00: Arrive at the harbor, welcome to Sunlight Grand Cruise with Welcome drink and start a day trip to discover the World’s Heritage. Along the way, you will have a chance to pass through the grandeur of the legendary bay with thousands of limestone islands while having Buffet lunch with a diverse menu.  

13h30: Stop at Bo Hon Island. Our tour guide will take you to Sung Sot Cave/Surprising Cave, the largest and the most beautiful cave in Halong Bay (For travelers who can’t walk much, you can stay on a cruise, chilling out on the sundeck) 14h30: The next stop is the Luon Cave area. Here, you can engage in one of two exciting activities: kayaking or taking a bamboo boat ride. Explore the captivating surroundings and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the area. 15h30: Arrive at Titop Island, you can choose to climb halfway up the mountain to enjoy a panoramic view of HaLong Bay or swimming on the beach of the island. 17h00: Cruising back to harbour. Enjoy Sunset Party with Vietnamese tea, fresh fruits and snacks are served when you’re relaxing on the sundeck. 17h30 - 18h00: Back to Tuan Chau Port. Get on bus back to Hanoi. From Tuan Chau Harbor, guests will say good bye crew and halong bay then get on transfer back to Hanoi City after 2,5 hours driving again by expressway. We will drop off guest at hotel in Old Quarter Area between 20h30 PM to 21h00 PM. End tour.  

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

  • Pick-up and drop-off from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter
  • English speaking tour guide
  • Buffet lunch, seafood and vietnameses dishes
  • Rowing bamboo boat or Kayaking, Relaxing
  • All sightseeing and entrance fees as program
  • Visit Sung Sot Cave, Luon Cave and Ti Top Island

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 will pick up all guests at Hanoi Old Quarter, please provide us your address and your phone number to contact with you for confirmation the tour.

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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