Halong 5star Cruise Day Trip: Buffet Lunch, Jacuzzi & Kayaking
Description
Embark on a luxurious day trip to Halong Bay aboard a 5-star cruise, departing from Hanoi via the expressway for a faster and more comfortable journey. Glide through the breathtaking seascape of limestone karsts and emerald waters, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Indulge in a lavish buffet lunch featuring fresh seafood and local delicacies, relax in the onboard jacuzzi, and enjoy exciting activities like kayaking or swimming in the bay. With professional service, modern amenities, and stunning views, this all-inclusive cruise offers a perfect escape from the city for a day of relaxation and discovery.
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Itinerary
We will collect all the guests in Hanoi Old Quarter Area. Please be ready at your hotel lobby. Our driver will come and pick you up then transfer to Halong Bay by expressway. The transfer by epxress limousine bus, it is around 2.5 hours.
-Our Crew welcome guests at Tuan Chau International Port & check-in on boat. -Have buffet lunch meal on boat with seafood & vietnamese dishes. cruise will passing the most beautiful spots in Ha Long Bay such as: Stone Dog, Stone Incense Burner & The Kissing Rocks… -Discover the Luon cave by kayaking or sitting on bamboo boat rowing by local residents. -Visit Ti Top Island for swimming on beach or hiking up top mountain for see wholeview of Halong Bay. -Cruises offers Sunset Party while cruising back toward Tuan Chau harbor. There are a lot of time for sunbathing on upper deck with music, enjoy great fun of group touring fellows among world iconic natural scenery. Arrive Tuan Chau Harbor and on transfer back to Hanoi.
Stop at Sung Sot Cave -the largest and the most beautiful cave in Halong Bay. After about 200 steps under forest canopy, the entrance of the cave shows up. A paradise of appear in front of you. You will discover the cave before getting back to the cruise (For other tourists whom can’t walk much, you can stay on cruise, chilling out on the sundeck).
Stop at Luon Cave. In this area, it’s time for you to heat up with kayaking or bamboo boat. Luon Cave is a part of Bo Hon Island, which is about 14 kilometers from the mainland of Bai Chay City. Known as the island of amazing things, Bo Hon Island is an outstanding location in Halong Bay that most tourists choose as a nextstop on their way discovering Halong Bay. The surrounding area of Luon Cave comprises a lot of well-known places of interest in Halong Bay. In front of Luon Cave is Con Rua Island (Turtle Island), and on the right of this cave is the Heaven Gate. Not only that, in the area of Bo Hon Island is Sung Sot Cave, which is the most magnificent cave in Halong Bay. Tien Cave and Trinh Nu Cave are also famous caves in Halong Bay in the area near Luon Cave.
Stop at Titov Island. On this small island, you can climb halfway up the mountain to enjoy a panoramic view of Ha Long Bay. Looking down from high above gives you a wonderful sensation; at the same time offers you a spectacular view of every corner of the bay.
Boat return to Tuan Chau Harbor about 17h45 PM to 18h00 PM . Guests will get on transfer back to Hanoi City. We will arrive at Hanoi Old Quarter Area and drop off guests back to hotel/stay between 20h30 PM to 21h00 PM. End tour.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We will collect all the guests in Hanoi Old Quarter Area. Please be ready at your hotel lobby. Our driver will come and pick you up then transfer to Halong Bay by expressway.
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Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements, please indicate them when booking
Reviews(9)
5-star cruise that keeps its promises. Luxurious surroundings, many amenities (chairs and seats on the top floor). Various and hearty buffet. It was very nice to kayak in the bay. The guide was nice, and super well organized Pick up at the hotel is convenient I recommend +++
Dear Bruno Vennettilli Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re delighted you enjoyed the cruise, the food, kayaking, and our guide. Glad the hotel pick up was convenient too. Hope to welcome you again soon! Best regards Kevin (Mr)
OurHalong Bay experience was absolutely breathtaking and seamlessly organized from start to finish. The true highlight of the trip was our superb guide, Luca who was incredibly professional and charismatic throughout the entire journey. From the moment we were picked up from our hotel to drop off, he provided detailed explanation of everything we saw sharing fascinating insights into the history, culture, and geological formations of the bay. His deep knowledge made the landscape come alive. Much Mahalo🇻🇳. Cam On! Eric and Nelia
Dear Eric and Nelia, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re truly delighted to hear that your Ha Long Bay experience was breathtaking and smoothly organized from start to finish. Luca will be absolutely thrilled to know he made such a positive impression. Sharing the history, culture, and unique geology of the bay with our guests is what we love most, and your kind words mean a lot to our entire team. We hope to welcome you back to Vietnam for another unforgettable journey.
We had a great day at Halong Bay. Everything was perfect: organization, activities, meals. Thanks to Authentic Travel Hanoi 😉
Dear Mrs Laurence, Thank you very much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that you had an excellent day in Ha Long Bay and that everything—from the organization and activities to the meals—met your expectations. It was our pleasure to take care of you. Thank you for choosing Authentic Travel Hanoi, and we hope to welcome you again on your next trip to Vietnam! Best regards Kevin (Mr)
We chose this trip for the onboard pool and the activities. All tours seem to do the same things but having a family that is over 6ft, is difficult to find buses to accommodate. However the buses that this company have are recliners and the leg room is more than most. The family was very comfortable. The activities on the tour were also great! Our bus driver (Dong) and our tour guide (Day) were amazing!! We have two people who are mobility challenged, and they assisted when required (even when we said it was okay, they stepped up). I highly recommend this tour! We booked this with Cường (Kevin) and he was amazing as well! He did everything he could to make everything qonderful for us and he it was an amazing time!! Thank you to Cường, Day and Dong and everyone else who looked after us!
Dear Sonya Wurst, Thank you very much for taking the time to share such a thoughtful and detailed review! We’re delighted to hear that choosing this trip for the onboard pool and activities turned out to be a great decision for your family. We truly appreciate your comments about the recliner buses and extra legroom—it’s wonderful to know your family felt comfortable, especially with everyone being over 6ft tall. Comfort really does make a big difference on a full-day tour. We’re especially grateful for your kind words about our bus driver Dong and tour guide Day. Providing attentive and caring support, particularly for guests with mobility challenges, is something we take great pride in, and your feedback means a lot to our team. Thank you also for recognizing Cường (Kevin). He’ll be thrilled to know his efforts helped make your experience so smooth and memorable. On behalf of Cường, Day, Dong, and the entire team, thank you for your strong recommendation. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you and your family again on another wonderful journey in Vietnam! Best regards Kevin (Mr)
This day-trip/cruise to Halong bay with GAT is a wonderful experience. Our guide, Mr. Son, is very knowledgeable and explained everything so well. Also, he tend to crack jokes which made the adventure more fun. Our driver, Trung, is a safe driver. Will definitely book with them again on our next Vietnam trip.
Dear Lino Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your Ha Long Bay trip with GAT. Mr. Son and driver Trung will be so happy to know their efforts made your experience memorable and fun. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you again on your next Vietnam adventure!
Ha Long day trip was gorgeous. The views, the boat, the water (after walking up to the top of the island) and friendly staff. The trip was well organised although, a little rushed through the last cave.
Dear Belinda, Thank you so much for sharing your kind words! We’re delighted to know you enjoyed the beautiful views, the boat, and our team’s hospitality. Your feedback about the cave visit is much appreciated, and we’ll do our best to improve the timing for future trips. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another wonderful Ha Long experience! Best Regards Kevin (Mr)
Fantastic tour. Very well organised, great guide, friendly atmosphere. Lots of vegetarian options in the buffet. I loved Halong Bay cruise. I highly recommend this tour.
Dear Dorota Lorenc, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the Halong Bay cruise, the friendly atmosphere, and the vegetarian buffet options. Your kind words mean a lot to our team and guide, who always strive to make the tour well-organized and memorable. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back on another adventure soon! Best Regards Kevin (Mr)
I wanted to share some feedback from our Ha Long Bay day cruise from Hanoi :) We had an AMAZING time on the tour! :D The tour guide Mr Ben, the man was absolutely fun! He took great care of us and also made our time very enjoyable with jokes at any moment 😁 The locations were stunning and the activities were really worth it! My highlight was the speedboat, on a clear sunny day it's the best option to go deeper into the bay. The buffet lunch was also very very good, the staff were wonderful too! So all in all we had a super special day with a ton of memories to take back home! ♥️ Thank you for everything!
Dear Anindita Pal, Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful feedback! 🌸 We’re delighted to hear that you had such an amazing time on our Ha Long Bay day cruise. It’s fantastic to know that Mr. Ben made your trip extra fun and memorable with his care and humor. We’re also glad you enjoyed the stunning scenery, exciting activities—especially the speedboat adventure—and the buffet lunch prepared by our team. Your kind words mean a lot to us and our staff, who always strive to create the best experiences for our guests. We truly appreciate you choosing our tour and we look forward to welcoming you again for more unforgettable memories in Vietnam! Warm regards, Kevin (Mr)
It was such a wonderful journey. The tour company followed us well, and Henry, the guide staff, was particularly kind. I don't speak much English, but I was able to participate with peace of mind.
Dear KITO KAZUHIRO, Thank you for writing a nice review. We are very appreciated and happy know that you enjoyed your tour with us. We believe that the tour guide (Henry) had did a great job. We are looking forward to serving you and your family, your friends again when you come back to our country Vietnam in another tour. Best Regards! Kevin (Mr)
