Vietnam · Cruise & Sailing

Halong Bay In Just One Day with Ti Top Island

12 Hours Round trip from Hanoi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Full-day Halong Bay cruise from Hanoi
  • 02 Explore Sung Sot Cave, one of the bay’s most impressive grottoes
  • 03 Discover Luon Cave by kayaking or bamboo boat
  • 04 Visit Ti Top Island for swimming and hiking
  • 05 Climb Ti Top Peak for panoramic views over the bay
  • 06 Enjoy a Vietnamese traditional seafood lunch on board
  • 07 Cruise past striking limestone rock formations

Make the most of a single day in Vietnam with a full-day cruise through the dramatic seascapes of Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Travel from Hanoi to the bay, board your cruise, and enjoy a Vietnamese lunch with seafood as you sail past striking limestone formations.

During the day, explore Sung Sot Cave, discover Luon Cave by kayaking or bamboo boat, and head to Ti Top Island for swimming, hiking, and panoramic bay views from the peak. With transport, sightseeing, and key activities included, this itinerary is designed for travellers who want to experience Halong Bay’s highlights in just one day.

Make the most of a single day in Vietnam with a full-day cruise through the dramatic seascapes of Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

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

07h15-07h45. Pick up at your Hotel (around the old quarter) and  start the trip with 3,5 hours to Ha Long bay,short break half way about 20 minutes.

11:45. Arrival Tuan Chau island.

Check on Boat and have Vietnamese traditional Lunch with seafood while cruising though the amazing rocks:Insence Bunner,Stone Dog,Cock fighting …

13:30:  Explore the longest,biggest and the most beautiful grotto of Ha Long bay(Sung  Sot grotto-Surprising grotto).

14:45:  Discover Luon Cave(water cave)with some options: do kayaking/ bamboo boat

15:45: Visit Titop island: - Swimming and hiking -Trekking Titop peak for taking photos with panoramic view of the bay.

17:45: Back to Ha Long habour.

21:30: Arrival to Ha Noi-Drop you off at your hotel (around the old quarter).

End the trip!Tuan Chau Island, Tuan Chau Island, VietnamSung Sot Cave, Halong Bay, Vietnam

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Hanoi 2 cities · 12 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transfer from hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter to Halong Bay & return by A/C modern bus
  • English speaking guide on the cruise
  • Kayaking or bamboo boat
  • Vietnamese traditional food with seafood.
  • Sightseeing and entrance fees as per the mentioned itinerary.
  • Entry/Admission - Halong Bay
  • Entry/Admission - Ti Top Island
  • Entry/Admission - Sung Sot Cave
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • WiFi on board
  • A small bottle of water on bus.

What's Not Included

  • Beverages, tax & Travel insurance
  • Tips for tour guide, driver & personal expenses

Know before you go

  • STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
  • PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
  • INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
  • PASSPORT REQUIRED
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • From 1 - 3 years old and height ≤ 120cm: Free of charge(sharing with their parent). Children over 1.2m tall must pay the additional ticket costs, pay onsite.
  • 2 adults can carry only 1 child from 1 to 3 years old. From the 2nd child will be charged 50% price, pay onsite.
  • Important note: With any age, if the child is taller than 120cm must be charged 100% price as adult (pay onsite).
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Please note, the itineraries and schedules are subject to change without notice, depending on the weather and operating conditions.
  • The itinerary above is corresponding to the transferring option from Hanoi - Halong Bay& return by bus. You can choose other options suitable for you by the way transfer and location pickup/drop off
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Customers should provide their hotel name and address in the Hoan Kiem district for pick-up arrangements.
  • All passengers should provide mobile phone or email address to the tour operator. The company will contact you directly after you make your reservation.
  • If you are vegetarian or have any special food requirements, please advise the local operator in advance.
  • Disabled guests are unable to partake in water sport activities on the boat
  • Pick up guests from the hotel at Hanoi Old Quarter or the meeting point at: No 1 Trang Tien Str, Phan Chu Trinh, Hoan Kiem Dist, Hanoi. If you arranged a transfer to Halong Bay, From Halong: Pick up at Tuan Chau Island at 11:45-12:00 at 'Ông Bầu Cafe Shop'.

Logistics

Meeting & route

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

Your 12 hours finish where they began, in Hanoi.

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