1-Day Explore Halong Bay With Cave, Kayaking And Swimming
Description
This is one of the most popular Halong Bay day tours, ideal for travelers who have only one day but still want to experience the highlights of the classic 2-day, 1-night cruise route. During the trip, you'll visit Sung Sot Cave, the largest and most spectacular cave in Halong Bay, relax or swim at Titop Island, and hike to the summit for one of the most breathtaking panoramic views of the bay. You'll also have the opportunity to kayak or take a bamboo boat through Luon Cave, surrounded by stunning limestone mountains and emerald waters. Carefully designed to maximize sightseeing while minimizing travel time, this tour lets you experience the very best of Halong Bay in a single day.
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Itinerary
08h00 – 09h00: Our Tour guide will pick up you at the hotel in Ha Noi Old Quarter then depart to Halong Bay by Expressway Transfer.
12h00 – 12h30: Arrive Tuan Chau Harbor. We will take you on 5+ hours journey via 2 day-sleeper boat cruise route which renowned for its striking, passages uninhabited islets and outcrops have been given imaginative names by the locals, due to their perceived shapes while having Buffet lunch on boat.
14h00: You will visit Surprising Cave to see a lot of stalagmites and stalagtiles with different shapes of sea lives.
15h00: Then do kayaking or bamboo boat in Luon Cave to discover the beautiful Lagoon.
15h45: Visit Titop Island with sandy beach to the towering limestone mountain with excellent backdrop of the Bay, and climb up Titop Peak for a panoramic view of the bay like paradise.
16h30: Back to the boat and return to the harbor
18h00 – 18h30: We get on bus to back Hanoi by Expressway, have a short break for 20-30 minutes. 20h45 – 21h15: Arrive at the hotel in Ha Noi Old Quarter. Trip ends.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick up all customers from Hanoi old quarter area
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Ha Long Bay is so beautiful and it's crowded every day, especially in summer and weekends
- Follow up the policy of Halong bay administration about environment, they don't allow to bring plastic bottle water to the boat & visit spots. But tourists can bring multi-use bottle/ glass bottle/ thermos bottle...Or you can leave your plastic water bottle in your bag to pass the gate!
- Sometimes, you will see garbages on Ha Long Bay due to changes in flowing water and tides, garbages from other places come to to Ha Long Bay. Government, local people, travel companies... are trying their best to clean up Ha Long Bay.
- Tipping is entirely optional. You are under no obligation to tip, even if asked by locals. We provide this advice to help you avoid any inconvenience.
Reviews(68)
Dylan was amazing. Had an awesome day! ☀️, we loved him so much, he was so helpful, professional guide, surely recommended to everyone, thanks.
Dear Reinhard, Thanks for the 5-star shoutout! We’re so glad you loved your day with Dylan. He’s a valued member of our team, and your recommendation means the world to us. Safe travels! Regards, Viet Old Quarter Travel
I had an amazing day tour in Ha Long Bay, and a big reason was our guide, Tom. From the start, Tom was friendly, professional, and very knowledgeable about the history and legends of Ha Long Bay. He explained everything clearly and made the trip both informative and fun. The itinerary was well organized, with enough time to enjoy the stunning limestone islands, take photos, and relax on the boat. Tom was always attentive to the group, making sure everyone was comfortable and answering all our questions with patience and enthusiasm. What I appreciated most was his positive energy and sense of humor, which really brought the group together and made the experience even more enjoyable. The lunch on the boat was also great, with a good variety of local dishes.
Dear akshat, Thank you so much for your heartwarming and detailed review! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that you had an amazing day in Ha Long Bay. Tom is indeed a star on our team, and we’re so glad his passion for the bay's history and his positive energy made your trip even more special. It’s also great to know that you enjoyed the well-organized itinerary and the local lunch on board. We strive to create a fun and comfortable atmosphere for everyone, so your kind words mean a lot to us. We will certainly share your praise with Tom. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon! Regards, Viet Old Quarter Travel
We booked directly with Old Quarter to arrange the transport and boat tour in Halong Bay. It was a great experience offered at really competitive prices when comparing
Thank you for such kind words, Victor! I am truly happy that you enjoyed your trip so much. I’ve worked hard to offer my customers the best services possible, and comments like this make it all worthwhile. If you’re ever visit Vietnam I’d love to serve you and your family again! Regards, Viet
Great day spent inhaling bay. The food on the boat was delicious and plentiful. The hike for the views was long but worth the effort. Then we did the kayaking through the cave rather than going on a bamboo boat. Then the walk into the cave. We even got to watch the sunset on the way back to the marina. Excellent tour with guides that speak good English.
Thank you for such kind words, Janet! I am truly happy that you enjoyed your trip so much. I’ve worked hard to offer my customers the best services possible, and comments like this make it all worthwhile. If you’re ever visit Vietnam I’d love to serve you and your family again! Regards, Viet
Excellent Tour with Ken! I had an amazing experience on the tour led by Ken. He was incredibly knowledgeable about the area, sharing fascinating facts and stories that really brought the sights to life. His passion for the local culture and history made the tour engaging from start to finish. Ken was also very friendly and approachable, always willing to answer questions and make sure everyone in the group was comfortable. What stood out the most was his attention to detail and his ability to cater the tour to the group’s interests. Whether it was taking us to hidden gems or recommending the best local spots to eat, Ken went above and beyond. I highly recommend booking a tour with him if you want a memorable and insightful experience!
Thank you for such kind words, Rafael! I am truly happy that you enjoyed your trip so much. I’ve worked hard to offer my customers the best services possible, and comments like this make it all worthwhile. If you’re ever visit Vietnam I’d love to serve you and your family again! Regards, Viet
The Herculus Luxury tour was above expectation. The tour guide, Ken is very entertaining and fluent in english. Request Ken as your tour guide for your incoming trip! The cruise and the crew also very friendly and helpful. I had so much fun and will return back for sure!!
Thank you for such kind words, Ahmad! I am truly happy that you enjoyed your trip so much. I’ve worked hard to offer my customers the best services possible, and comments like this make it all worthwhile. If you’re ever visit Vietnam I’d love to serve you and your family again! Regards, Viet
I really liked everything. Tour guide Ken is very attentive and helpful so as all the stuff. Had an amazing trip and enjoyed the beauty of Ha Long Bay!
Thank you for such kind words, Anastassiya! I am truly happy that you enjoyed your trip so much. I’ve worked hard to offer my customers the best services possible, and comments like this make it all worthwhile. If you’re ever visit Vietnam I’d love to serve you and your family again! Regards, Viet
Amazing trip! The guide was so helpful, informative, and kind. The services for the guest are properly. The foods is very beru delicious. When you guys go to vietnam and plan to visit ha long bay, u should try to contact this trip. My guide's name is Ken btw. Thankyouuuu, i really enjoy it!
Thank you for such kind words, Fachrizka! I am truly happy that you enjoyed your trip so much. I’ve worked hard to offer my customers the best services possible, and comments like this make it all worthwhile. If you’re ever visit Vietnam I’d love to serve you and your family again! Regards, Viet
Tour was amazing with our tour guide named Ken. Beautiful and informative tour. Ride a bamboo boat and the view was incredible
Thank you for such kind words, Sheh! I am truly happy that you enjoyed your trip so much. I’ve worked hard to offer my customers the best services possible, and comments like this make it all worthwhile. If you’re ever visit Vietnam I’d love to serve you and your family again! Regards, Viet
We enjoyed the tour thou the weather is unpredictable but our tour guide Ken did a good job to handle and made us feel comfortable. The buffet food is great too! We tried the bamboo boat and surprising cave hike! Tiptop island was fantastic. Thank you for today Ken and the rest of the crew!
Thank you for such kind words, Kim! I am truly happy that you enjoyed your trip so much. I’ve worked hard to offer my customers the best services possible, and comments like this make it all worthwhile. If you’re ever visit Vietnam I’d love to serve you and your family again! Regards, Viet
