Vietnam · Cruise & Sailing

12-Hour Halong Bay Luxury Cruise from Hanoi with Cave and Island Visit

12 Hours Round trip from Hanoi Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Enjoy the elegance and comfort of a 5-star cruise on Halong Bay
02 Relax on the sun deck or in the onboard Jacuzzi with panoramic bay views
03 Explore Sung Sot Cave, Ha Long Bay's longest, biggest, and most beautiful cave
04 Discover Luon Cave by kayaking or rowing bamboo boat
05 Visit Titop Island for swimming or a hike to Titop Peak

Embark on a 12-hour journey aboard the 5-star Apollo Cruise for a luxurious exploration of Halong Bay. This experience combines relaxation and adventure with access to a Jacuzzi, an expansive sun deck, and a buffet lunch on board. Visit the awe-inspiring Sung Sot Cave, discover Luon Cave by kayak or bamboo boat, and enjoy time at Titop Island with its panoramic bay views. It is a premium choice for travellers seeking both comfort and exploration amid Vietnam's natural wonders.

Embark on a 12-hour journey aboard the 5-star Apollo Cruise for a luxurious exploration of Halong Bay.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 12 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Halong, Hanoi

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Hanoi to Halong Bay Cruise with Sung Sot Cave and Titop Island

8:10 am to 8:50 am - Our guide will pick you up at your hotel around the Old Quarter area. (This is for guests booking a limousine or shuttle bus only.)
9:00 am to 11:30 am - Enjoy a two-and-a-half-hour road journey to Quang Ninh Province via the expressway, with a stop en route to stretch your legs.
11:45 am to 12:15 pm - Arrive at Ha Long Bay and board your cruise at Tuan Chau Marina. A complimentary welcome drink will be served as the boat begins cruising.
12:30 pm - Enjoy a delicious lunch served on board.
1:30 pm - Explore Sung Sot Cave, Ha Long Bay's longest, biggest, and most beautiful cave.
2:45 pm - The boat will move to the Luon Cave area, a water cave where you can go kayaking or take a rowing bamboo boat, or simply stay on board and relax.
3:45 pm - Visit Titop Island to swim or hike to Titop Peak for photos with a panoramic view of the bay.
4:30 pm - Rest and capture the sunset over the bay. Enjoy complimentary Vietnamese tea, fresh juice, fruit, and a little cake.
5:45 pm to 6:00 pm - Reboard the cruise and return to Ha Long Harbour.
Disembark and get on the bus for the journey back to Hanoi.
8:30 pm to 9:00 pm - Our guide will drop you off at your hotel around the Old Quarter area.

Where this trip takes you

Halong Bay, Sung Sot Cave, Titop Island

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

Round-trip bus transfer via the highway (pick-up/drop-off point is inside the Old Quarter area)
Complimentary bottle of water on the bus journey
English-speaking guide
Tea, fruit, and juice at the sunset party
Welcome drink
Buffet lunch with 30 authentic dishes
All entrance fees as per the itinerary
Kayaking or bamboo boat

What's Not Included

Tips for the tour guide and driver, and personal expenses
Surcharge for public holidays
Tax in case of issuing a VAT invoice
Other things not mentioned in the program

What to bring

Hat
Sun cream
Sunglasses
Long-sleeved shirts
Comfortable walking shoes

Know before you go

Children's Policy:
- For children aged 1-4: free of charge when sharing the service with parents. Two adults may share with one child only. The second child will be charged 50%.
- For children aged 5-8: 75% of the charge.
- For children aged 9 and above: 100% of the adult price.
Due to weather conditions, programs and schedules are subject to change without prior notice.
The tour price is subject to change based on the entrance ticket price for visiting Halong Bay.
Some roads are closed to vehicles on weekends to make room for the Walking Street. Therefore, our limousine will drop you off at the closest and most suitable point in the Old Quarter instead.

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