Vietnam · Cruise & Sailing

1-Day Ha Long Bay Cruise from Hanoi with Kayaking and Sung Sot Cave

1 Day Round trip from Hanoi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Sung Sot Cave, the largest and most beautiful cave in Ha Long Bay
  • 02 Cruise past limestone islets such as Dog Rock, Duck Rock, and Thumb Rock
  • 03 Kayak to the bathing area at Trinh Nu beach and enjoy a swim
  • 04 Take in panoramic views of Ha Long Bay from Ti Top Island
  • 05 Relax on board with a sunset party and a fresh spring roll cooking class

Experience the beautiful landscapes of Ha Long Bay on this full-day cruise from Hanoi, featuring limestone islands, Sung Sot Cave, Trinh Nu Cave, and Ti Top Island. Enjoy a mix of adventure and relaxation with kayaking, swimming at Trinh Nu beach, and panoramic bay views from above. Back on board, savor a delicious Vietnamese lunch, join a sunset party, and take part in a cooking class for fresh spring rolls.

Experience the beautiful landscapes of Ha Long Bay on this full-day cruise from Hanoi, featuring limestone islands, Sung Sot Cave, Trinh Nu Cave, and Ti Top Island.

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
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Hanoi to Ha Long Bay Cruise Adventure

  • 07:30 - 08:00: Get picked up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter and depart for Ha Long.
  • 10:15: Upon arrival at Tuan Chau harbour, check in and board the cruise. The cruise departs from Tuan Chau harbour for an unforgettable journey to discover the beauty of the world heritage site of Ha Long Bay. Along the way, you will pass through the grandeur of the legendary bay with thousands of limestone islands such as Dog Rock, Duck Rock, and especially Thumb Rock - a beautiful limestone islet rising from the seawater in the shape of a giant thumb. Mother Nature has placed Thumb Rock here to send a message of goodness to every passenger cruising in the old bay. Cong Cruise will stop for 5 minutes so all passengers can take pictures of the breathtaking view here. The cruise then continues its joyful journey to Sung Sot Cave.
  • 11:45: Discover Sung Sot Cave, the largest and most beautiful cave in Ha Long Bay. The cave also features a variety of uniquely shaped stalagmites that are nowhere else to be found. The path to Sung Sot Cave lies beneath the forest canopy, with stone steps perched on the rocky cliff, delighting you with the pleasure of climbing and the excitement of feeling as if you are heading to the sky.
  • 12:30: Back on board, enjoy your delicious lunch with special dishes featuring the unique taste of Vietnamese cuisine while the cruise heads toward the Trinh Nu Cave area, an unspoiled stop with very few boats passing by. This stop is usually designed for 3-day, 2-night tours.
  • 13:30: Upon arrival at Trinh Nu Cave, you will have the chance to take part in two exciting activities: kayaking and swimming. Kindly note that you need to kayak with all cruise members to reach the bathing area at Trinh Nu beach.
  • 14:30: Return on board and continue the journey to Ti Top Island.
  • 15:00: Arrive at Ti Top Island. You can climb halfway up the mountain to enjoy a panoramic view of Ha Long Bay. Looking down from high above gives you an incredible sensation while offering a spectacular view of every corner of the bay.
  • 15:30: Return to the cruise and enjoy the sunset party and cooking class while the cruise heads ashore. You will have time to relax, enjoy traditional Vietnamese tea and coffee, admire the romantic sunset scene over Ha Long Bay from the sundeck, and make delicious Pho rolls on your own.
  • 17:15: Return to the harbour, disembark, and depart for Hanoi.
  • 19:30 - 19:45: End of the trip. Thank you for choosing Cong Cruise for your holiday in Vietnam. Hope to see you on your next journey.
Dog Rock, Thumb Rock, Sung Sot Cave, Ti Top Island

Where this trip takes you

Dog Rock, Thumb Rock, Sung Sot Cave, Ti Top Island

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Hanoi 2 cities · 1 Day

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Two-way limousine transfer on the expressway
  • 01 lunch on board
  • English-speaking guide
  • Two bottles of water in the transfer vehicle
  • Activities: visiting Sung Sot Cave, kayaking, visiting Trinh Nu Cave, swimming at Trinh Nu beach, and visiting Ti Top Island
  • Onboard activities: sunset party and cooking class for fresh spring rolls
  • Entrance fees and sightseeing fees
  • 7-hour tour

What's Not Included

  • Personal expenses
  • Drinks during lunch
  • Other items not mentioned in what's included

What to bring

  • Cash in Vietnam Dong
  • Swimsuit (for kayaking & swimming)
  • Sun cream, hat & sunglasses
  • Anti-insect cream
  • Waterproof bag for smartphone
  • Passport (or copy)

Know before you go

  • One Day Halong Bay with 7 hours on a boat: the first 1-day cruise in Ha Long offering an itinerary of up to 7 hours, full of activities for guests to experience the most beautiful landscapes of Ha Long Bay, such as Sung Sot Cave, kayaking at Trinh Nu Cave for cave adventure, swimming at Trinh Nu beach, and enjoying the view of Ti Top Island. This itinerary is currently designed for 3-day, 2-night cruises only.

Logistics

Meeting & route

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

Your 1 day finishes where it began, in Hanoi.

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