Halong Bay 5-Star Day Cruise-Titop Island, Cave, Jacuzzi & Buffet
Description
Discover the beauty of northern Vietnam on this 5-star Halong Bay day cruise. Departing from Hanoi, explore Ha Long’s stunning limestone karsts, hidden caves, and islands. Enjoy a luxury buffet, fine wine, and relax in the Jacuzzi while our local guides share insights into Vietnamese culture and history. This cruise offers a perfect blend of sightseeing, relaxation, and cultural immersion.
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Itinerary
07:45-08:40 – Hotel Pick-Up Our English-speaking tour guide will pick up guests from various hotels in Hanoi's Old Quarter, between 07:45 AM and 08:40 AM. We strive to make pick-ups as timely as possible, but due to morning traffic in the Old Quarter and the number of hotels to collect from, this time is approximate. Please be ready to help expedite the process.
11:45-12:00 – Boarding the Cruise The bus will arrive at Tuan Chau Marina and reach our pier, where our welcoming staff will be waiting for you with a big smile. For guests who have not booked transportation from Hanoi, please be at Tuan Chau International Marina by 11:45 AM.
12:00-13:30 – Lunch on Board The cruise departs from Tuan Chau harbor for a joyful journey to discover the beauty of the UNESCO World Heritage site, Ha Long Bay. Along the way, you will pass by the grandeur of the legendary bay with thousands of limestone islands, including Dog Rock, Duck Rock, and especially Thumb Rock – a beautiful limestone islet rising from the sea in the shape of a giant thumb. Enjoy a huge buffet lunch with a variety of dishes, including seafood and Vietnamese food. Vegetarian options do available in the buffet.
13:30-15:00 – Explore Surprising Cave (Sung Sot Cave) We will stop at Bo Hon Island, where our tour guide will take you to Sung Sot Cave (Surprising Cave), the largest and most beautiful cave in Ha Long Bay. After about 200 steps through the forest canopy, the entrance of the cave will appear. A paradise will unfold before you. You will explore the cave for about 45 minutes before returning to the cruise. (For tourists who cannot walk much, you can stay on the cruise and relax on the sundeck.)
15:00-16:00 – Exploring Luon Cave The cruise heads to Luon Cave. Here, you can get active with kayaking (about 30 minutes) or enjoy the beautiful scenery at Hang Luon with a rowboat, rowed by the local people of Ha Long Bay. (Note: Kayak or bamboo boat rental at Luon Cave is optional and costs 80,000 VND per person.)
16:00-17:00 – Titop Island – Titop Beach – Titop Mountain We will stop at Titop Island. On this small island, you can climb halfway up the mountain to enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of Ha Long Bay. The spectacular sight from above provides an unforgettable experience. Alternatively, you can relax and enjoy swimming at Titop Beach, where the clear, refreshing waters offer the perfect opportunity to cool off.
17:00 - 18:00 – Sunset Party Enjoy complimentary wine, Vietnamese tea, and fresh fruit as the sunset begins to set, painting the sky in deep reds, purples, and yellows. Relax in Jacuzzi and take in the scenery as we sail back to the harbor.
18:00 – 21:00 Disembark – Bus to Hanoi We will dock at the harbor, board the buses, and travel back to Hanoi via the high-speed highway, with a quick stop halfway before continuing the journey. The tour guide will drop you off at the front door of your chosen hotel in the Old Quarter. Depending on traffic conditions, the drop-off time may take a little longer. On weekends, drop-off times are often delayed due to road closures for the Walking Street.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Please ensure that you are ready to be picked up at the specified time and location. The pick-up time at hotels will be between 7:30 - 8:25 AM. The final pick-up point is at Hanoi Opera House at 8:15-8:30 AM. If you need to change your pick-up location, please inform us at least 12 hours before the scheduled tour. If there are any changes or delays in the pick-up time, we will inform you as soon as possible. The meeting point from all hotels inside Hanoi Old Quater or Hanoi Opera House. Guests staying at hotels outside the Old Quarter area will need to come to the Hanoi Opera House meeting point. We hope you have a wonderful time on the tour!
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please make sure to bring the necessary items such as water, sunscreen, and comfortable shoes for the tour.
- You will need cash for other extra service on the way to the harbor and on the cruise.
- Please note that all booking confirmed before February 1st, 2026 do not include the Halong Bay entrance fee. The ticket price is listed at 310,000 VND/person. Kindly prepare cash and ask our tour guide to purchase the ticket for you.
Reviews(1,910)
Very nice bay, but very crowded (which is noone's guilt but still). Also food and beverages on a boat are overpriced.
Great experience. Staff are incredibly friendly and accommodating.
All round a great experience.
There is a space for improvement. Quite a some. The islands indeed very beautiful, and guide try to be helpful like all staff. However speed boat/bamboo boat/kayaking are barely can be called an activity. The cave is huge, I guess nothing much to see around so they bring you here. G. Titov island (or as they call it Ti-Top island) has a nice hike, but the beach water definetly contains fuel from cruises coz its orange and oily. At the end, islands are beautiful and if you plan a trip the maximum of it, will be the video of islands from the ship. That's it! Food is generous, all drinks (even water) to be payed. And photos usually always looks better then the reality.
Jonnny is a super star guide!!
Beautiful and awesome place to enjoy nature. Crew of Arcady Cruise Premium were very friendly and accomodating. Buffet was sumptuous. Tour was worth the money and time. Highly recommended!
The food is good and the experience is great. We really enjoyed the view
Has a great time it was my first time here and Johnny was a great guide
Beautiful view, friendly crew. If can provide swimming towel, better Food is also acceptable
Organisation was top notch!!
