Vietnam · Cruise & Sailing

1-Day Halong Bay Cruise from Hanoi with Cave and Village Visit

1 Day Round trip from Hạ Long Bay Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Discover stunning limestone karsts and emerald waters on a Halong Bay cruise
02 Explore the breathtaking Thien Cung Grotto with its intricate stalactite formations
03 Paddle through Ba Hang Floating Village by kayak or bamboo boat
04 Enjoy a special lunch featuring traditional Vietnamese dishes and seafood

Explore the stunning Halong Bay on a full-day tour from Hanoi. Cruise through emerald waters past striking limestone islands, visit Ba Hang Floating Village, and choose between kayaking or a bamboo boat ride to experience the bay up close. Discover the magnificent Thien Cung Grotto, known for its intricate stalactites and stalagmites, and enjoy a delicious seafood lunch with traditional Vietnamese dishes on board.

Cruise through emerald waters past striking limestone islands, visit Ba Hang Floating Village, and choose between kayaking or a bamboo boat ride to experience the bay up close.

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 No

Cities Halong, Hanoi

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Halong Bay Cruise, Ba Hang Village and Thien Cung Grotto

8:00 - 8:45 am
Pick up from your hotel in the Hanoi Old Quarter by bus and tour guide. Begin your journey on the new highway towards Tuan Chau Island, Halong City, with a brief rest stop along the way.
11:45 - 12:00 pm
Arrive at Tuan Chau International Marina and embark on a short cruise after a briefing. Set off to explore the stunning limestone islands of Halong Bay while enjoying a delicious Vietnamese lunch with traditional dishes and fresh seafood. Cruise past unique islets such as Dog Stone and Burning Incense Islet.
12:30 - 2:00 pm
Visit Ba Hang Floating Village, where you will have the chance to explore Halong Bay's picturesque landscape by kayaking (two people per kayak) or aboard a bamboo boat (with 4-5 people in a group, rowed by a local). Paddle through crystal-clear waters and discover the breathtaking beauty of the bay.
2:15 - 3:30 pm
Explore Thien Cung Grotto (Heavenly Palace Cave), a spectacular grotto famous for its intricate stalactites and stalagmites. Colorful lighting enhances the cave's magical atmosphere.
4:00 pm
Return to Tuan Chau Harbor and board the bus for the journey back to Hanoi.
7:00 - 7:15 pm
Arrive back at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter, where the tour concludes.

Where this trip takes you

Hạ Long Bay, Vietnam, Ba Hang Floating Village, Thien Cung Grotto

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Hạ Long Bay 2 cities · 1 Day

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Round-trip standard bus transfer on the expressway
4-hour cruise on Halong Bay
Visit to Thien Cung Grotto and Ba Hang water cave
English-speaking guide during the trip
Entrance fees
Lunch with seafood
2 bottles of water per person

What's Not Included

Beverages, travel insurance, and government tax
Kayak or bamboo boat: 100,000 VND per person
Tips for the tour guide and personal expenses

Know before you go

Please note that itineraries and schedules are subject to change without notice, depending on the weather and operating conditions.
Customers should provide their hotel name and address in the Hoan Kiem district for pick-up arrangements.
All passengers should provide a mobile phone number 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 will not be able to take part in water sport activities on the boat.

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