Vietnam · Cruise & Sailing

1-Day Ha Long Bay Cruise from Hanoi with Cave and Fishing Village

1 Day Round trip from Hanoi Easy pace

Halong bay is a major attraction in Vietnam

Enjoy clicking pictures while cruising in Halong Bay

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Cruise through Ha Long Bay's UNESCO-listed seascape of limestone islands
02 Visit a local fishing village and learn about the fishermen's community
03 Explore Heavenly Palace Cave, one of the most beautiful caves in Ha Long Bay
04 See iconic landmarks such as Incense Burner Islet and Fighting Cock Rock
05 Travel from Hanoi through the fertile rice fields with a stop in Hai Duong

Travel to one of the world's best natural wonders and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ha Long Bay. Cruise past beautiful limestone islands rising from the sea, enjoy lunch on board, visit a local fishing village, and explore Heavenly Palace Cave. This full-day experience from Hanoi also includes photo stops at iconic bay landmarks such as Incense Burner Islet and Fighting Cock Rock.

Visit Heavenly Palace Cave, one of the most beautiful caves in Ha Long Bay.

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 Not applicable

Cities Halong, Hanoi, Hai Duong

Languages English, French, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Ha Long Bay Cruise, Fishing Village and Heavenly Palace Cave

07:30 - 08:30: Meet your Vietnamese tour guide at your hotel around Hanoi Old Quarter, then take a 3.5-hour bus drive past the fertile rice fields to Ha Long Bay. Enjoy a short break en route in Hai Duong City to relax your legs.
12:15: On arrival at the pier, board the cruise and begin sailing past the limestone islands. Take in the stunning natural beauty of Ha Long Bay and enjoy capturing some great photos.
13:00: Have lunch on board while passing the beautiful Incense Burner Islet.
14:00: Stop at a fishing village to see the local fishermen's community and learn more about their way of life. As the cruise continues, take photos of Ha Long Bay's landmark scenery and the Fighting Cock Rock.
15:00: Visit Heavenly Palace Cave, one of the most beautiful caves in Ha Long Bay.
16:15: Return to the harbour and disembark, then catch the bus back to Hanoi.
20:00: Arrive in Hanoi and end the tour.

Where this trip takes you

Ha Long Bay, Incense Burner Islet, Fighting Cock Rock, Heavenly Palace Cave

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Hanoi 3 cities · 1 Day

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel in a modern air-conditioned bus
Enthusiastic, experienced driver and English-speaking Vietnamese tour guide service
Vietnamese lunch on board and entrance fees
Beautiful boat cruise

What's Not Included

Drinks, insurance, tax, tips, and anything not clearly mentioned above

What to bring

Hat or umbrella
Sunscreen
Insect repellent
Sunglasses
Vietnam dongs

Know before you go

Optional bamboo boat or kayak: VND 100,000 per person (4 people per boat / 2 people per kayak).
Children aged 10 and above are charged as adults.
Children aged 5-9 are charged at 75% of the adult rate.
Children under 5 are free of charge.
The second child will be charged at 75% of the adult rate.

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