Vietnam · Cruise & Sailing

BOUTIQUE CRUISES Halong Bay 2 Days,1 Night Tour: Swimming,Caving, and Kayaking

2 Days Round trip from Pickup service provided in Hanoi. Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Overnight boutique cruise through Halong Bay
  • 02 Visit Surprising Cave and Titop Island
  • 03 Swim, snorkel, or hike for bay views
  • 04 Explore Luon Cave by kayak or bamboo boat
  • 05 Enjoy a sunset party on the sundeck
  • 06 Join a Tai Chi session and cooking demonstration
  • 07 Round-trip transfer from Hanoi included

Discover the natural beauty of Halong Bay on a 2-day boutique cruise from Hanoi, combining scenic sailing with some of the bay’s most popular experiences. Travel by shuttle bus or private transfer, then board your cruise to enjoy limestone landscapes, emerald waters, and an overnight stay on the bay.

During the journey, visit Surprising Cave and Titop Island, with time for swimming, snorkeling, or a short hike for panoramic views. You can also explore Luon Cave by kayak or bamboo boat, join a sunset party, try a cooking demonstration, and unwind on board with evening activities including squid fishing.

You can also explore Luon Cave by kayak or bamboo boat, join a sunset party, try a cooking demonstration, and unwind on board with evening activities including squid fishing.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days
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

Hanoi - Halong Bay-Surprising Cave –Titop Island – Sunset party – Dinner - Overnight on Boat (Lunch + Dinner)

07.45 – 08.15 approx - Our guide will meet you at your hotel. The shuttle bus or private car pick up - Enjoy the peaceful scenery as we travel through the countryside, farmlands and Red River delta - Get your camera ready to take photos. Comfort break. The time from Hanoi to Halong bay is approximately 3 ½ hours.

12 – 12.30 approx - Arriving Tuan Chau marina. Welcome aboard the cruise. Refresh with our welcome drink. Meet the captain, crew in the cruise briefing. - Check into your cabin. Time to refresh and unwind - Set sail as lunch is served - Join us for a typical local lunch in the dining room or at the outdoor dining area. Afternoon - Arrive at Surprising Cave (Hang Sửng Sốt), explore the cave and find out how the cave was named a Surprising. - Heading to Titop island area. Drop anchor in the calm water surrounded by beautiful islets. Visit Titop island for swimming and snorkeling or do the short trek to the top of island to have the overview of Halong bay from here - Heading back toward the sleeping area Early evening - Summit on the sundeck watching the sunset, enjoy Sunset party. It’s ideal time to make acquaintance with new friends, sharing your traveling experience or simply watching the sunset - An authentic Vietnamese menu is served - After dinner, reward yourself with a large selection of cocktails at our bar, or take for you one of our onboard activities: book reading, games, movies, and squid fishing…

2
Day 02

(Tai Chi - Breakfast – Luon Cave – Cooking Demonstration – Lunch – Farewell at your hotel)(Breakfast + Lunch )

06:30 : For the early risers join us for a Tai Chi session on the sundeck. Tai chi helps focus the mind and condition the body, joining Tai Chi session to full charge your energy for the day. 07:00 – 08:00 : Local breakfast is served 08:00- Mingling yourself in the stunning views of the Bay and it’s dramatic limestone islets as we sail through the calm emerald waters heading to Luon Cave (Hang Luồn) - Take your option either exploring the cave yourself on kayak or comfortably on bamboo boat rowed by the locals. 09:00 :Check out the cabins, at your leisure while our cruise taking you pass by other beautiful highlights in the bay. 10:00: You will join with our short class of Cooking demonstration, how to make spring rolls before an early lunch is served. 12:00 :Return to the shore and disembark from the cruise as our crew say farewell. Transfer to minibus or private and return to Hanoi. Arrival back at your hotel approximately 16:30

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Hanoi. 2 cities · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Shuttle Bus Transfer HANOI to HALONG & Return by expressway
  • Classic Cabin with Window and private bathroom (3 Star/4 Star Cruise)
  • Luxury Seaview Balcony Cabin with en-suite bathroom (5 Star Cruises)
  • Complimentary morning tea and coffee
  • Welcome Drinks on board
  • Entrance fees and sightseeing fees
  • English Speaking Guide in tour
  • Kayaking/Bamboo Boat, Night Squid Fishing & Relaxing
  • Visit Sung Sot Cave and Titov Island (Famous Points of Halong Bay)

What's Not Included

  • Beverages , Personal Expenses and Tips
  • Holiday Surcharge

Know before you go

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Ticket provides direct entry
  • We will pick up the guests at Hotels/Homestay/Air Bnb in Old Quarter Area or Opera House if outside between 8h00 am to 8h30 am.

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 2 days finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Hanoi..

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