Ha Long Bay Cruise Day Tour: Kayaking, Swimming, Hiking & Lunch
Ha Long Bay Cruise Day Tour: Kayaking, Swimming, Hiking & Lunch
Ha Long Bay Cruise Tour from Hanoi
Enjoy a stress-free journey with seamless round-trip shuttle transfers from your hotel in Hanoi’s vibrant Old Quarter. Sit back and relax as we handle all the logistics, ensuring you have a comfortable and full day to soak in the breathtaking sights of this UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Pickup included
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Ha Long Bay Cruise Tour from Tuan Chau
Start your adventure directly at the heart of the action by boarding your cruise at the Tuan Chau International Marina. This convenient option is perfect for travellers already staying in Ha Long City who want to maximize their time exploring the bay's stunning emerald waters.
- Starting point: Tuan Chau International Marina, WXCR+X7X, Unnamed Road, Tuần Châu, Hạ Long, Quảng Ninh, Vietnam
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Ha Long Bay Cruise Tour from International Cruise Port
Specifically designed for cruise ship passengers, this option offers a quick and easy 5-minute walk from your ship to our designated boarding point. Experience the very best of Ha Long Bay's iconic landscapes with a schedule perfectly tailored to your ship's arrival and departure.
- Starting point: Halong International Cruise Port, X334+99W, Bãi Cháy, Ha Long, Quảng Ninh, Vietnam
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Highlights
Embark on a thrilling full-day adventure to the world-renowned Ha Long Bay, departing directly from Hanoi’s Old Quarter. This tour is designed for travelers who want to experience the magic of Vietnam’s limestone karsts and emerald waters even if they are short on time. From the moment you board your cruise, you will be surrounded by one of the most unique landscapes on Earth.
Get ready for an action-packed day featuring a hike to the summit of Titop Island for breathtaking 360-degree views and a visit to the magnificent Surprise Cave. You will also have the chance to kayak through tranquil lagoons or swim in the refreshing bay. Enjoy a delicious Vietnamese seafood lunch onboard while soaking in the sun and scenery from the top deck.
- Panoramic Views from Titop Island: Hike to the island's peak for a stunning bird’s-eye view of the limestone karsts.
- Surprise Cave Exploration: Discover the dramatic stalactites and colorful rock formations of Ha Long’s most famous cave.
- Kayaking & Swimming: Paddle through peaceful lagoons or take a refreshing dip in the bay’s emerald waters.
- Seafood Lunch Onboard: Savor authentic Vietnamese seafood while cruising past iconic limestone formations.
- Convenient Hanoi Transfers: Enjoy stress-free round-trip transportation from hotels in the Hanoi Old Quarter.
Itinerary
Duration: 6–13 hours (approx.)
Hanoi Pickup (8:15 AM)
3.5 hoursTransfer IncludedPickup from hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter or the Hanoi Opera House to begin the journey to Ha Long Bay.Tuan Chau Marina (12:00 PM)
30 minsAdmission Ticket FreeArrive at the harbor, check-in, and board the cruise boat for the afternoon adventure.Cruise & Lunch(Pass by)
1 hourLunch IncludedEnjoy a Vietnamese seafood lunch while cruising past the spectacular limestone karsts of Ha Long Bay.Surprise Cave (Sung Sot)
45 minsAdmission Ticket Not IncludedHike through the most beautiful and largest cave in the bay, featuring impressive stalactite formations.Titop Island
45 minsAdmission Ticket Not IncludedSwim at the beach or climb to the top of the island for panoramic views of the entire bay.Kayaking or Bamboo Boat
30 minsAdmission Ticket Not IncludedExplore the bay's hidden corners by kayak or enjoy a peaceful bamboo boat ride.Return to Hanoi
4 hoursTransfer IncludedCruise back to the port and board the bus for the return trip, arriving back in Hanoi in the evening.
What's included
INCLUDED
NOT INCLUDED
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- Hanoi Pickup: Available for hotels in the Hanoi Old Quarter between 7:50 AM – 8:40 AM.
- Alternative Meeting Points: Hanoi Opera House (before 8:00 AM), Hanoi Aira Boutique Hotel (8:20 AM), or CIS Coffee Shop (8:50 AM).
- Harbor Meeting: For those choosing the 11:30 AM option, meet at Tuan Chau International Marina or Halong International Cruise Port.
- Please contact the operator via WhatsApp/Zalo/Email to confirm your exact pickup location and time.
- Ha Long Bay administration prohibits plastic water bottles on boats and at sightseeing spots; please bring multi-use or glass bottles.
- A surcharge of USD 10 per person applies during the Lunar New Year holiday (Feb 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 2026).
- Itinerary may be subject to change due to weather or tide conditions.
- Do not tip if asked by local people outside the tour staff.
- This tour is suitable for most travelers.
- Adult: 18–65 years; Senior: 66–80 years; Youth: 8–17 years; Child: 3–7 years.
- Maximum group size: 45 travelers.
- Infants (0–2 years): Free of charge.
- Children (3–7 years): Child ticket price applies.
- Youth (8–17 years): Youth ticket price applies.
- All children must be accompanied by a paying adult.
- Valid passport or ID.
- Swimwear, towel, and a change of clothes.
- Sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses.
- Comfortable walking shoes or sandals for hiking.
- Raincoat or jacket (for winter months).
- Reusable water bottle (plastic bottles are restricted on the bay).
- Not wheelchair accessible.
- Service animals are allowed.
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems or serious medical conditions.
- Near public transportation.
- Your booking will be confirmed instantly upon completion.
- Please check your email for the mobile ticket.
- You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start time are non-refundable.
- Please present your mobile ticket to the guide or at the harbor check-in counter.
- Ensure you have your passport information ready for port registration.
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Nice experience and our guide Phong was patient and nice. Lunch was decent with quite a good spread. Drinks on board was reasonably priced too. The tour includes a short 20-25mins to a Pearl Museum. The pearls are pretty but a bit pricey. Highly recommend this day trip to anyone visiting Hanoi.
Very nice experience
Very modern and comfortable boat plus yummy lunch provided on board.
Join only if you like to be brought to some pearl factory, art gallery. My aim is to spend more time in Halong Bay. Bus sat 33 pax, was uncomfortable. Food was served instead of buffet, just in a smaller group is my advice. Should have signed up Hercules cruise, saw the guests were having buffet lunch in the more premium cruise.
Activities were good and enjoyable. Servers should be mindful when serving food as at times, the people seating on the same table may not be friends or family known to each other, Dishes served were far from others - eg vegetarian and normal dishes were mixed up and some people could not get access to the food or did not know which was vegetarian or not.