Around 8:00 Am: Picking up from hotel/stay at Hanoi Old Quarter and depart for Halong Bay 12:00 – 12:30 pm: You will be welcomed on Day Cruise. Lunch will be prepared and served to you on board by the crew. While having lunch, the captain will drive the cruise around the most beautiful islets among thousands of limestone islands such as Dog islet, Incense Burner Islet, Fighting Cock Islet etc. One stop of the 4-hour cruise is Dong Thien Cung (Heavenly Palace Cave), located on a remote island in the bay. As the name suggests, the cave is adorned with fantastic stalactites and stalagmites as well as colored lights, which transforms the scene into a fairytale palace. Another activity, you could expect during the cruise is the stop at Ba Hang Area, where you could either join the bamboo boat ride or kayaking (optional) for 40 minutes to feel the Bay closer. 16:00 - 17:00 pm: Return to the harbor around and we will stop for one break in the middle of the way so you have a chance to go to the restroom or have a drink. Around 19:30 Saying goodbye to you at your hotel/stay. Trip endsWalk up 10 minutes to visit Thien Cung cave "Heaven palace cave" where will feel like visiting an art museum with variety of sophisticated statues and reliefs. In the center of the grotto, there are four big pillars propping against the roof. Thien Cung is considered as one of the most beautiful caves of Halong Bay.
Vietnam · Cruise & Sailing
5star Cruise Halong Bay Day Trip: Buffet Lunch & Limousine Bus
The journey
- 01 Full-day Halong Bay cruise with optional limousine transfer from Hanoi
- 02 Buffet lunch and sunset party served on board
- 03 Visit Thien Cung Cave with striking rock formations
- 04 Cruise past limestone islets including Dog Islet and Fighting Cock Islet
- 05 Optional kayaking or bamboo boat ride at Luon Cave
- 06 Free use of the Jacuzzi pool on board
- 07 English-speaking guide during the tour
Discover the highlights of Halong Bay on a full-day cruise experience, with the option to travel from Hanoi by limousine bus. Cruise among the bay’s limestone islets, enjoy a buffet lunch on board, and take in the scenery of this UNESCO-listed landscape from the water.
During the journey, visit Thien Cung Cave, known for its dramatic stalactites and stalagmites, and enjoy time at Luon Cave for kayaking or a bamboo boat ride. Round out the day with a sunset party on board before returning.
Thien Cung is considered as one of the most beautiful caves of Halong Bay.
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What's Included
- Limousine Hanoi to Halong & return (Depend on option you book)
- 06 hours visit Halong Bay with Luxury Cruises
- Buffet lunch and sunset party onboat
- Free using Jacuzzi Pool for your relaxing time
- English speaking tour guide during the tour
- Kayaking/Bamboo Boat at Luon Cave
- Entrance fees and sightseeing as program
What's Not Included
Beverages, Personal Expenses and Tips
Know before you go
- INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
- Infant seats unavailable
- Not suitable for pets
- No public transportation nearby
- Not stroller accessible
- Not wheelchair accessible
- FOR GUESTS BOOK TRANSFER FROM HANOI ONLY: We will pick up the guests at hotels in Old Quarter Area or Hanoi Opera House if outside between 08h00 am to 8h30 am.
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Your 9 hours finish where they began, in Tuan Chau.
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