Vietnam · Cruise & Sailing

2-Day Ha Long Bay Cruise from Hanoi with Kayaking and Cave Visit

2 Days Round trip from Hanoi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Cruise through the tranquil beauty of Ha Long Bay's limestone islands
02 Explore Sung Sot Cave, one of the bay's best-known natural attractions
03 Kayak alongside dramatic limestone cliff formations
04 Join an onboard cooking class and enjoy local Vietnamese cuisine

Enjoy a 2-day cruise from Hanoi to Ha Long Bay, sailing past thousands of limestone islands rising from emerald waters. This relaxing bay experience combines scenic cruising with kayaking, swimming, a visit to Sung Sot Cave, and a cooking class onboard. Along the way, savour local cuisine and take in the tranquil beauty of one of Vietnam's most legendary seascapes.

Enjoy a 2-day cruise from Hanoi to Ha Long Bay, sailing past thousands of limestone islands rising from emerald waters.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Halong, Hanoi

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Hanoi to Ha Long Bay Cruise Experience

07:45 - 08:15: Meet your tour guide at your hotel in Hanoi for departure to Ha Long Bay. You will arrive at Tuan Chau Harbour in about two hours, where you will board your cruise for the onward journey. Enjoy the ride with the friendly crew onboard.
13:00 - Enjoy a local lunch while cruising through the most beautiful parts of the magical bay, with thousands of limestone islands emerging from emerald waters. Sail along a very tranquil route and admire the exotic beauty of this legendary bay.
15:30 - Explore kayaking options alongside limestone cliff formations.
16:30 - Indulge in a relaxing swim.
19:00 - Enjoy a specially cooked dinner prepared by the professional chef onboard the cruise.
20:30 - Rest and relax after dinner with music, karaoke, and even squid fishing.

Day 02

Sunrise, Sung Sot Cave and Return to Hanoi

06:00 - Wake up early for sunrise views, followed by breakfast.
08:00 - Visit Sung Sot Cave in Ha Long Bay.
09:00 - Continue cruising along Ha Long Bay.
10:00 - Take part in a cooking class on the cruise, followed by a farewell lunch onboard.
Arrive at Tuan Chau Harbour for bus transfers back to Hanoi.

Where this trip takes you

Ha Long Bay limestone islands, emerald waters, Sung Sot Cave, Tuan Chau Harbour

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Hanoi 2 cities · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Shuttle bus from Hanoi - Ha Long - Hanoi
Water on the bus
Free pickup and drop-off in Hanoi Old Quarter Area (Hoan Kiem District)
Welcome drink
Entrance and sightseeing fees
Kayaking and cooking demonstration
Squid fishing
English-speaking Vietnamese tour guide

What's Not Included

Airfare and visa arrangements
Beverages
Tips and personal expenses
Single supplement: 20 USD/room/night
Travel insurance

What to bring

Sneakers
Lotion
Sunglasses
Swimsuits and hats

Know before you go

Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather, tide levels, and operating conditions. Swimming or kayaking excursions may be cancelled due to poor weather. Unused services are not subject to a refund.
In case of bad weather, if the boat is not allowed to depart or is not allowed to stay overnight at sea, please choose one of the following options: 1. Stay at a hotel (3-star standard) - the tour cost will not change, and the hotel expense will be covered by the organizing company. 2. Return to Hanoi on the first day - the tour cost will be charged as a Ha Long Bay one-day trip.
All rates are in USD per person.
If guests require a shuttle bus, please note that pickup time will be around 7:45 am to 8:30 am. After 8:30 am, guests are advised to arrange their own car to Ha Long Bay.
Meals onboard include a Vietnamese seafood menu. Guests should advise of vegetarian requirements or food allergies at least one (1) day prior to the cruise date.
A surcharge of 10 USD per person applies if the travel date falls during the Lunar New Year period.
The air conditioner will be turned on between 7:00 pm and 7:00 am, as required.
Special visitors should follow the tour guide's arrangements and the rules of the landscape.