Ha Long Bay Day Cruise Kayaking, Cave, Island, Swimming, Lunch
Description
• Escape Hanoi and discover Halong Bay with Sung Sot Cave (Surprise Cave) and kayak at Hang Luon Cave (2 people/kayak). Discover the tranquil Ti Top Island and swim in the blue waters of the crescent-shaped Ti Top beach. • Feel the warm sunshine and the cool breeze while cruising along Ha Long Bay. • Explore the shimmering stalactites embodying unique shapes of the Sung Sot Cave. • Uncover the stunning beauty of the Hang Luon Cave while kayaking on the blue water. • Enjoy a Sunset Party on the boat with light foods. • Swimming at Ti Top beach or trek to the Titop peak for panoramic views.
Tour Options
Itinerary
• 07:20 – 08:20: Our modern Bus and guide will pick you up at Hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter and transfer to Halong Bay via highway (2.5 hours, stop ~15 minutes to restroom) (Option Pick up from Hanoi).
• 11:30AM: Arrival Tuan Chau Port, welcome drink and cruise through the turquoise waters and admire the rock formations, islets: Incense, Bunner, Cock Fighting... Soak in the breathtaking surroundings while enjoying a Vietnamese Lunch on cruise. (Be noted: If you are in Halong City, please choose Option Pick up @Halong Port. And if you prefer to return Hanoi after Halong Bay Trip, kindly add on US$10 per person)
13:30: Explore the beautiful Sung Sot Cave, known as the Surprise Cave - the longest, biggest cave of Ha Long Bay. Admire the shimmering stalactites embodying countless strange and unique shapes.
14:45: Enjoy between kayaking (02 people/kayak) or a traditional bamboo boat (10 people/boat) to Luon Cave glide through the calm waters, admire the towering limestone cliffs, and soak in the serene natural surroundings.
15:45: Feel the warmth of the sunshine as you pass by Titop Island (Dao Titop) and beach. Take a refreshing dip in the water on the beautiful beach or trek to the Titop peak for photos with a panoramic view of the bay.
16:30: Sunset Party on the sundeck with light foods and fruits. Relax on deck and capture breathtaking sunset moments over the majestic Ha Long Bay — the perfect setting to celebrate a birthday with friends or enjoy refreshing drinks at the sunset party with your group while cruise return to the Halong Port
Following your cruise drop off Halong Port 6PM, return to your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter by 9PM. Thank you!!!
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
From July 1, 2026, due to Hanoi's new traffic regulations, buses with more than 16 seats are not permitted to pick up in most areas of the Old Quarter between 6:00-9:00 AM, and drop off between 4:00-7:30 PM. Please make your way to the designated meeting point in Hanoi Old Quarter (walk 2-10 minutes). Your exact pick-up location and time will be confirmed within 24 hours after booking and reconfirmed 24 hours before departure via email or WhatsApp.
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Important Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- For the best experience, please communicate any issues or questions to us and our guide — we are always ready to assist.
- Due to the currents and tides, as well as waste from other places flowing into Ha Long Bay, sometimes you will see garbage in Ha Long Bay. The government, local people, tourism companies... are making efforts every day to clean Ha Long Bay.
- Ha Long Bay is Vietnam’s top destination and it is often crowded every day, special in summer and weekends. However, we always ensure smooth logistics and top-quality service for your best experience.
- Plastic water bottles are provided for free on the bus. However, please do not bring plastic bottles when checking in to the Ha Long Bay cruise, as they are not allowed on board.
- Extra fee: US$10/pax for Lunar New Year Holiday
- From July 1, 2026, due to Hanoi's new traffic regulations, buses with more than 16 seats are not permitted to pick up in most areas of the Old Quarter between 6:00-9:00 AM, and drop off between 4:00-7:30 PM. Please make your way to the designated meeting point. Your exact pick-up location and time will be confirmed within 24 hours after booking and reconfirmed 24 hours before departure via email or WhatsApp.
Reviews(1,365)
Ken (Hoàng) was absolutely phenomenal. Made the trip extremely enjoyable and worthwhile. Ken was so knowledgeable about all the spots we visited and it was definitely worthwhile to come to Ha Long Bay for this.
Ann excellent tour! Well organised and excellent communication from the booking to the end. Phong was funny and very helpful. The activities are always busy...Hal Long is very busy and tourists are restricted in order to protect the environment. So there are crowds, but we arrived first every time! I would highly recommend this tour.
We got to do a lot of activities in just one day. Our tour guide Ken was very friendly and helped the day run smoothly. One day felt like a lot, but was definitely enough to see everything and feel satisfied. Well worth the money!
The whole experience was amazing and our tour guide Alex was fun and spoke very good English. He explained about the islands and the caves very well and provided a good day structure from the start
Very good planning and Alex, our tour guide, is friendly and helpful throughout the whole trip. Itinerary was also well planned. Just a note maybe wet activities can be longer
We had a very great and affordable experience. Our tour guide Ken was very nice and friendly. Brief bullet points on how our day went. We were updated on when we would be picked up and then picked up on time. When we were at the stand, we were invited onto our boat and also ate there. (There was a great variety and selection, which I personally found delicious.) Then we visited islands and caves where one can decide whether to hike or go swimming. We were offered to take a speedboat for 300,000 VDN (3.30€) instead of a kayak or bamboo boat, and I would recommend it to everyone. Overall, it was a good day trip that was affordable and a great experience.
Be prepared for a fully fun packed day! We had a fab meal on the cruise ship, a walk through underground caves, swim on the beach and a ride in a bamboo boat. Fabulous guide Ken who looked after us well.
We truly appreciate your thoughtful feedback. Knowing that you had an enjoyable trip is the greatest reward for our team. Thank you for choosing Indochina Today Travel. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for another adventure in Vietnam soon. Best wishes, Indochina Today Travel Rosie – Customer Service WhatsApp: +84 888 002 409
I decided to book this tour while I was in Hanoi with my friend thinking we’d see some pretty views and it would be a good way to kill a day. Little did we know what was in store for us. After the tour we both agreed that this has been the highlight of our trip so far! Alex was our tour guide and he was AMAZING!! He was so helpful and made sure everyone was always back on the boat or back with the group if we got lost at any point or made sure we knew what was going on if we got confused. The meal that was served on the boat was amazing and the portion was huge so we were all well fed the entire time! All of the staff was so beyond kind and so much fun to do this excursion with. Generally speaking they don’t do karaoke at the end but we asked if we could and our whole tour ended up taking turns singing some classic early 2000s hits and we had a blast! I couldn’t recommend this tour or Alex as a tour guide more! This is a part of my trip I will be taking about for years to come.
We're so happy to hear that you had a great time with us! Thank you for your thoughtful feedback and for trusting us with your trip. It means a lot to our entire team, and we hope your wonderful memories of Vietnam will bring you back again one day. Warm regards, Indochina Today Travel Rosie – Customer Service WhatsApp: +84 888 002 409
The Halong Bay tour was incredible! Despite it being a packed day, we never felt rushed. Our guide, Thanh/Tiger, was responsive, punctual, accommodating and engaging. Everything from the bus (with business class-like seats), to the boat itself, the buffet, and the shore excursions (speed boat, bamboo boat, etc) was fantastic. Would definitely recommend! My family which included two seniors and a toddler had a blast!
Thank you for your wonderful review! It brings us great joy to hear that you had such a positive experience with our service. Your kind words encourage our team to keep delivering unforgettable travel experiences. We truly appreciate your trust and support. Warm regards, Indochina Today Travel Rosie – Customer Service WhatsApp: +84 888 002 409
Got lucky with a warm sunny day and had a wonderful experience. Phong was an excellent and knowledgeable guide. Would do it again
We're so happy to hear that you had a great time with us! Thank you for your thoughtful feedback and for trusting us with your trip. It means a lot to our entire team, and we hope your wonderful memories of Vietnam will bring you back again one day. Warm regards, Indochina Today Travel Rosie – Customer Service WhatsApp: +84 888 002 409
